Padel 26

Padel 26 is a dedicated padel facility at Warehouse 2, Street 1, Al Quoz Industrial Area 1, Dubai. Founded in 2021 by Yousif Al Arif alongside partners Saood Al Arif, Saeed Al Arif and Mohammad Bastaki, Padel 26 padel was one of the earlier purpose-built padel venues in the city.

The project received backing from Mohammed Bin Rashid’s SME fund and raised AED 106,560 through the Dubai Next crowdfunding platform. Al Quoz sits between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, making it accessible from most parts of Dubai by car.

The club operates under the registered name Padel26 Sports and Amusement Tracks LLC. It runs daily from 8 am to 1 am and focuses exclusively on padel rather than mixing in other racquet sports, which keeps the scheduling and court availability straightforward.

The padel courts

Padel 26 has four indoor panoramic courts built to World Padel Tour specifications. All four are doubles courts with full glass walls, housed inside a converted warehouse that keeps conditions consistent year-round. Indoor play removes the wind and heat factors that affect outdoor courts in Dubai.

The courts use synthetic grass surfaces with sand infill, standard for professional-grade padel. LED lighting covers all four courts evenly, and the panoramic design allows spectators to watch matches from comfortable stadium-style seating arranged around the playing area.

Booking and access

Courts can be booked through Playtomic in 90-minute sessions. Court hire at Padel 26 is around AED 266 for 60 minutes and AED 400 for 90 minutes per court, with live rates for each slot shown directly on the booking platform. Peak evening slots tend to cost more than morning or afternoon sessions.

The venue is open seven days a week from 8 am to 1 am, giving plenty of room for early morning hits or late night matches. Free parking is available on site in Al Quoz. For enquiries, call +971 4 547 4838 or message the same number on WhatsApp.

Separate changing rooms for men and women are provided, along with lockers for personal items. A prayer room is available within the facility. The venue has WiFi throughout, so players can stay connected between matches or while waiting for their court slot.

Programme and social

Padel 26 runs a coaching programme with certified instructors for players at all ability levels. Private and group lessons are available, and the venue runs kids camps designed to introduce younger players to the sport. Coaching enquiries can be directed to the venue by phone or through their Instagram page.

The club hosts regular tournaments with prizes and trophies, alongside social games that pair players of similar abilities. These community events run throughout the year and help build connections between players across the wider Dubai padel scene.

An on-site padel shop stocks rackets, balls, grips and other accessories, so players can pick up equipment before or after a session. A juice bar and coffee shop operates inside the venue, giving players somewhere to refuel between matches or catch up with other regulars.

Best for

Padel 26 suits players who want consistent indoor conditions without the seasonal heat affecting their game. The four panoramic courts and long operating hours give flexibility for early morning or late night sessions. Al Quoz is straightforward to reach from Dubai Marina, JLT, Business Bay and Downtown.

The coaching setup and kids camps make it a solid choice for families and beginners picking up the sport. Competitive players benefit from the tournament schedule and courts matching World Padel Tour specs. The venue is less suited to anyone specifically wanting outdoor play or access to a multi-sport club with pools or gyms.

Certified coaches offer private and group padel lessons for adults and children at all ability levels. Kids camps run during school holidays.