Moving to Dubai is exciting, but making real friends here can take longer than finding a flat. The good news is that the city has a wide choice of women’s communities, from free Sunday walks and run clubs to paid social clubs, professional councils and full-service ladies’ clubs with pools and a beach.
The hard part is working out what each one actually costs and what you get for the money. Some charge a monthly membership, some charge per event, and some are free. We have compared ten active groups below, using prices and details from their own websites and recent coverage, as of November 2026.
Prices change often, so treat this as a starting point and confirm with the organiser before you pay. If you have just arrived, our new to the UAE guide is a good companion to this list, and you can browse more women-only events and places on ThingsToDo.ae.
Women’s communities in Dubai compared
| Community | Best for | Price | What’s included | Women-only? | How to join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women Who Thrive | All-round wellbeing and networking | AED 150 per month | Monthly events across fitness, money, creativity, self-care and networking; Thrivers app | Yes (women-led community for women) | Thrivers app |
| The Endless Club | Social events and wellness | AED 250 per month or AED 2,500 per year | Free entry to members-only events, discounted premium tickets, app | Yes | theendlessclub.com |
| Ladies Social Gathering | Newcomers wanting low-commitment meet-ups | Pay per event (guided hikes listed at AED 165 to 250) | Weekly coffee meet-ups, padel, brunches, hikes | Mostly (coffee events are women-only) | Meetup |
| Girls Who Walk | Gentle exercise and conversation | Free (check current details) | Group sunset walks, buggies welcome | Yes | |
| InnerFight Ladies Run Club | Runners of all levels | Check with the organiser | Coached group runs, training plans, socials | Yes | InnerFight |
| Outdoor and Ocean Girls | Hiking and day trips | Pay per trip (recent hikes AED 250) | Guided hikes with Dubai pick-up point | Aimed at women (check per trip) | Meetup |
| Women in Tech Dubai | Women working in, or moving into, tech | Mostly free | Workshops, talks, career sessions, socials | Aimed at women; some events ladies-only | Meetup |
| Dubai Business Women Council | Professionals and business owners | AED 1,500 per year | Workshops, member events, directory, partner discounts, mentoring | Yes | dbwc.ae |
| Dubai Ladies Club | Fitness, pool and beach access | From around AED 1,000 per month ; day passes available | Gym, classes, pools, private beach, spa, courts | Yes | Call +971 4 340 0044 |
| Fiena | Private members’ club experience | Check with the organiser | Members’ events, trips and dinners | Yes | fienamembersclub.com |
Women Who Thrive
Women Who Thrive is a women-led wellbeing and networking community in Dubai, founded by Sue and Achasah. Its events are built around a set of themes, or pillars, so in one month you might go to a fitness session, a money talk, a creative workshop and a networking evening. There is also an annual awards gala held around International Women’s Day.
Price: AED 150 per month.
What’s included: The monthly pillar events (you choose which ones to attend), plus access to the Thrivers app, which lists upcoming experiences, connects members and carries discounts from partner brands.
Who it’s for: Women of any background who want a mix of personal growth, fitness and friendship, including those building a side business or career. It works well if you like having a set programme rather than finding events yourself.
The Endless Club
The Endless Club is a members-only community for women run by Endless, the Dubai fashion rental and resale platform. It describes itself as a curated club with monthly events across wellness, personal development, style, work and social. Past events have included Pilates on a yacht, beach Pilates, sound healing, sip and paint, mini golf and talks with guest speakers. Many events are alcohol-free.
Price: AED 250 per month (cancel any time) or AED 2,500 for 12 months, which works out at about AED 208 a month.
What’s included: Free entry to members-only events, discounted tickets for premium events and free delivery on Endless orders. Bookings are made through The Endless Club app.
Who it’s for: Women who enjoy a social, lifestyle-led calendar and are happy to pay a little more for organised events at well-known venues.
Ladies Social Gathering
Ladies Social Gathering, founded in June 2024, describes itself as a women’s social community connecting professionals, entrepreneurs and newcomers. Its Meetup group has more than 2,200 members and runs a busy calendar, including regular “Conversations Over Coffee” meet-ups and “Padel Babes” sessions, alongside brunches, high teas, workshops, beach outings and guided hikes.
Price: No membership fee is listed. You pay per event. A guided ladies’ hike in Khorfakkan in January 2026 was listed at AED 165 to 250. For coffee and padel sessions, check the price on each event listing.
What’s included: Whatever the individual event covers. Padel sessions include racket and balls. The group also mentions partner offers and an app for updates.
Who it’s for: Newcomers and anyone who wants to try a few events before committing to a paid membership.
Girls Who Walk
Girls Who Walk was started by Farah Enayeh after she became a mother and began walking to clear her head. It has grown from a WhatsApp group into a well-known ladies-only community, and has since spread to other countries in the region. Walks take place on some Sunday evenings, just before sunset, and are often described as a gentle form of networking.
Price: Free, according to a 2023 Gulf News report. Check the group’s Instagram for the current details.
What’s included: A group walk at an easy pace and time to chat. No kit or fitness level is required, and mums with buggies are welcome. Earlier walks met at Kite Beach, but the meeting point can change.
Who it’s for: Women who want company and fresh air without the pressure of a workout, and newcomers who find it hard to walk into a room of strangers.
InnerFight Ladies Run Club
The Ladies Run Club (LRC) at InnerFight started in 2020 with 16 women and is now one of Dubai’s established women’s running groups. InnerFight says it is for any female runner, from beginners to women training for marathons and ultras. Sessions have been held at InnerFight’s base and on the Palm, with coffee or breakfast socials after some weekend runs.
Price: Check with the organiser. InnerFight publishes its membership details in a separate document. Some one-off LRC sessions are booked through race platforms and include a month of access to club sessions.
What’s included: Coached group runs during the week, structured training and a social side.
Who it’s for: Women who want to run regularly with a coach, whether you are starting out or aiming for a race. Contact the club on Instagram at @if_ladiesrunclub.
Outdoor and Ocean Girls
Outdoor and Ocean Girls Middle East and Beyond organises guided hiking trips for women, mainly in the mountains of Fujairah and the east coast. Recent trips have included Wadi Dahir and Rainbow Valley, with a group pick-up point in Dubai shared after booking.
Price: Pay per trip. Hikes in February 2026 were listed at AED 250 by bank transfer, or AED 258 through an online payment link. Payment secures your place.
What’s included: A guided hike and, on most trips, a meeting point in Dubai. Transport arrangements vary, so read each listing carefully.
Who it’s for: Women who want to get out of the city at weekends but would rather not hike alone or plan routes themselves. Listings are titled as girls’ trips, but check each one if a women-only group matters to you.
Women in Tech Dubai
Women in Tech Dubai is a Meetup group with around 1,800 members. It aims to create a safe, inclusive space for women working in technology, and has run more than 130 events. Recent ones include career development sessions on tech interviews and life beyond the nine-to-five, a New Year goal-setting evening and a ladies-only social.
Price: The group says its technical sessions are free. Check each listing for socials or special events.
What’s included: Hands-on workshops, study groups, panels, talks and occasional socials.
Who it’s for: Developers, designers, product managers and women thinking of moving into tech. It is also a useful way for newcomers in the industry to build a local network quickly.
Dubai Business Women Council
The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) is the official body representing businesswomen in Dubai. It welcomes both employed professionals and entrepreneurs, and every application is reviewed by the council.
Price: AED 1,500 per year, paid once and non-refundable. You only pay after your application is approved.
What’s included: Workshops and masterclasses, invitations to member-only events and forums, access to the members’ directory, a mentoring programme, partner discounts and the DBWC app.
Who it’s for: Professionals and business owners who want a formal network. You will need a headshot and either an employment letter or an active trade licence to apply. A decision usually comes within two to three working days.
Dubai Ladies Club
Dubai Ladies Club in Jumeirah 2 is a long-running women-only leisure club rather than a social group, but many women join for the classes and the community that forms around them. Facilities include a gym and fitness studios, two outdoor pools, an infinity lap pool, a private beach, a spa, padel, tennis and squash courts, and a café.
Price: Property Finder reported packages from AED 1,000 a month (group classes, pool and beach) up to AED 2,000 a month for premium access, with day passes from AED 84 for the gym. These figures date from early 2025, so confirm with the club. Female Privilee members can also use some facilities.
What’s included: Depends on the package, from single-facility access to full use including the spa and courts.
Who it’s for: Women who want a private, women-only place to exercise and relax.
Fiena
Fiena is an all-women private members’ club with branches in London and Dubai. Its programme is built around lifestyle pillars such as sport and wellness, with members’ dinners, parties and adventure trips. Members are vetted.
Price: Check with the organiser. At its Dubai launch in 2023, Fact Magazine reported a founding rate of AED 2,000 a year against a standard AED 5,000, but current fees are not published.
What’s included: Members’ events, a private members’ portal and trips.
Who it’s for: Women who want a more exclusive, application-based club and are comfortable with a higher annual fee.
How to choose the right community
Start with your budget. Free groups such as Girls Who Walk and Women in Tech Dubai cost nothing to try. Pay-per-event groups suit you if your schedule is unpredictable. Monthly memberships such as Women Who Thrive or The Endless Club usually work out better value once you attend two or more events a month.
Think about what you want from it. If you want friends, pick a group that meets often in small numbers. If you want career contacts, a professional network such as DBWC is more useful. For fitness, a run club or ladies’ club gives you a routine.
Check location and timing. Most events happen in central and coastal Dubai, often early morning or after sunset in the warmer months.
Try before you commit. Go to one or two events first, and read cancellation terms before signing up for a year. You can find more groups and venues in our directory and upcoming events in what’s on.
FAQ
What is the cheapest way to meet women in Dubai?
Free walking groups, run clubs and Meetup groups are the cheapest option. Girls Who Walk and Women in Tech Dubai have both run free events, and many pay-per-event groups charge only for what you attend.
How much does a women’s community membership cost in Dubai?
Among the groups above, monthly memberships range from AED 150 (Women Who Thrive) to AED 250 (The Endless Club). Professional networks such as DBWC charge AED 1,500 a year, and full leisure clubs cost considerably more.
Are these communities only for expats?
No. The groups listed here are open to women living in the UAE, whatever their nationality. Some, such as DBWC, review applications first.
I have just moved to Dubai. Where should I start?
Try a free or pay-per-event meet-up in your first few weeks to get a feel for the city, then join a membership group once you know what you enjoy. Our new to the UAE guide has more practical tips.
Do I need to be fit to join a walking or running group?
No. Girls Who Walk is designed for an easy pace, and the InnerFight Ladies Run Club welcomes beginners alongside experienced runners. Tell the organiser your level when you first go along.