Our judging process will be rigorous and transparent and taken very seriously by an independent, objective group of industry experts.
Each category will be judged by experts in the category being judged and the names and profiles of those judges will be shared with the public.
We pride ourselves in ensuring there is no conflict of interest, which will be strictly monitored.
You can enter by submitting your application (submissions open on October 16th, 2023) or through nomination by someone, followed by accepting the nomination and completing the application process.
Personal Trainer of the Year
Open to registered Personal Trainers in the UAE, whether freelance or facility-based.
Requires a minimum of two years of active experience as a Personal Trainer with a thriving client base.
Transformation Coach of the Year
Open to Personal Trainers, Life Coaches, Nutritionists.
Must have mentored, supported, or trained a minimum of two clients through transformational journeys between 2021-2023.
Group Exercise Instructor of the Year
Open to Group Fitness Instructors teaching any style of group fitness.
Exemplary GX Instructors who provide a safe, effective, and motivating experience.
Pilates Instructor of the Year
Open to registered Pilates Instructors teaching any style of mat, reformer, or other Pilates apparatus group or private classes with a minimum of two year's experience.
Yoga Teacher of the Year
Open to registered Yoga Teachers with a minimum of two year's experience, teaching in group or private settings.
Fitness Manager of the Year
Open to all Fitness Managers with a comprehensive understanding of the fitness industry.
Must demonstrate team support, team building, revenue growth, and crisis management with a minimum of one year in this role.
General Manager of the Year
Open to all General Managers responsible for managing the entire operation of a facility.
Must show evidence of gym profitability, impeccable management skills, customer service excellence, maintenance, and policy setting.
Best Front of House Experience-Reception Team
Recognises the pivotal role of the first point of contact in facility success.
Honours teams for exceptional customer service, confidence, and knowledge.
Mind and Body Studio of the Year
Open to studios dedicated to delivering Yoga, Pilates and Mind and Body classes and services.
Boutique Studio of the Year
Open to small boutique studios offering specialised fitness experiences.
High-Value, Low-Price Club of the Year (HVLP)
Open to clubs offering ample amenities at an affordable price without contracts.
Super Club of the Year
Open to both franchised and stand-alone gyms.
To qualify, gyms must offer at least six of the following amenities/services: Classes, Personal Training, Swimming Pool, Sauna, Recovery Facilities, Kids Fitness Programs, Kids/Adults Sports Programs, and Outdoor Training Areas, Restaurant/Cafe.
Best Group
Fitness Class
Experience/Activation
Open to facilities, studios, and events that have conducted group fitness activations promoting community engagement and physical activity in the UAE.