The Emirates Golf Club Dubai is fondly referred as ‘The Desert Miracle’, for it was the name given to it when it became the first all-grass championship golf course in the Gulf region in 1988. The club is the brainchild of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai. It has earned the reputation as the leading golf club in the region and meets the exacting international standards.
Emirates Golf Club has two beautiful championship courses, a 9-hole Par-3 course, the Emirates Golf Academy, two driving ranges, other practice facilities, and a number of recreational amenities apart from excellent dining options. The championship courses are named as The Majlis and The Faldo championship courses.
Emirates Golf Club offers an excellent selection of restaurants and bars, which proffer a variety of traditional and international cuisine from all over the world. The Le Classique has earned name and fame since its inception 21 years ago. It comes out with traditional French fare, which you are bound to fall in love with. Experience the friendly relaxed atmosphere at the Spike Bar which hosts an international menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Conservatory which gives you amazing views of the golf course is very popular for its Friday Family Brunches. Of course, you can also enjoy an evening meal with your family or friends. The Sports Bar is a virtual paradise for sports lovers. You will find a large round bar with seven flat screen TVs and a great selection of snacks and beverages. You will find all sports lovers glued to the screen during international tournaments. As much as you would love to relax in the beautiful and serene surroundings in your casual outfit, most of the restaurants have a dress code and so you will have to dress up for your meals.
Emirates Golf Club boasts of a number of recreation facilities that would rival any club in the Middle East. The Gymnasium is one of the very popular areas of the club and you will find that it has a number of fully equipped state-of-the-art equipment, which include cardiovascular equipment, life steppers, and rowing machines. Fitness assessment programs and fitness professionals are in place here to guide you and help you meet your goals. Expert dieticians are also available at the club to offer you proper nutritional advice and ensure that you eat the right diet.
You have excellent tennis facilities here to hone up on your tennis skills. The Equelite Juan Carlos Ferrero Tennis Academy of Dubai has been started under the guidance of Juan Carlos Ferrero who is Spain’s Grand Slam Champion, Davis Cup winner, and a former ATP. You can participate in private or group lessons to improve your tennis.
Dive into the swimming pool and feel invigorated; you can then relax by the sunken bar which tempts you with refreshments and poolside snacks. That would be the best way to relax after a hectic round of golf or a heavy workout. The club offers the ‘Aqua Babes’ program exclusively for children aged 6 months onwards. It is designed to develop confidence in children so that they are able to participate in all aquatic activities fearlessly in the future. Squash courts are also available for squash enthusiasts.
The Emirates Golf Club always welcomes you with its traditional warmth and hospitality. Their quality of service and courtesy is impeccable – and all this is not restricted to golfers alone but also to all guests and visitors. Come visit the Emirates Golf Club, and feel the difference!
