A novel and exciting experience, sand skiing has been attracting a keen band of followers both in the Emirates and abroad. The only equipment you will need is a snowboard! Popular venues are the large dune on the road between Dubai and Hatta and the gigantic dunes near the Liwa oasis on the edge of the legendary Empty Quarter. Trips to the latter must be organized by one of the local tour operators who will also provide instruction.
Dubai Children competed in Thailand 2002
Ice-Skating
Most surprisingly for a desert state, ice hockey and
figure skating are popular sports. UAEIHC was the first Arab ice hockey body
to become a provisional member of the International Ice Hockey Federation in
2001 and the UAE team won the 2001 Asian Championship after achieving
remarkable results in other championships.