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26/04/2024-28/04/2024 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates FAB CYCLING FESTIVAL

FAB Cycling Festival - Al Hudayriyat Island


The first-ever FAB Cycling Festival taking place on Abu Dhabi's Al Hudayriyat Island from Friday afternoon, 26th April to Sunday evening, 28th April. Movement makes memories – prepare for an exciting weekend filled with cycling adventures for all ages and skill levels.

From learn-to-ride programs for the little ones to adrenaline-pumping road and mountain bike racing on the main track, this festival promises a fun, unforgettable weekend of cycling activities for the entire family.

All activities and contests are FREE OF CHARGE. Don't miss out on amazing give-aways including T-Shirts, Caps and Sunglasses, as well as Yoga Mats & Towels.


Event Location: Al Hudayriyat Island


DON'T MISS OUT ON THE BIKE RAFFLE!1 WINNER WILL BE AWARDED EACH DAY OF THE FESTIVAL.

On Friday, April 26th, Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th, we will be announcing the winner for each bike raffle on the main stage in the event village in the evening (exact timing can be found on the event schedule). All you need to do is:

  • (1) register under GENERAL ADMISSION, as well as any other activities you would like to join
  • (2) follow our Instagram account: @fabcyclingfestival for all further information & updates
  • (3) come to the event village and have a great time!


Bike Rental: Should you require a bike for any of our cycling activities, you can rent one at Wolfi's Bike Rental by clicking here.


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EVENT INFORMATION

WOLFI'S CYCLING ACADEMY - LEARN TO RIDE PROGRAM TASTER SESSIONS | FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
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Join our experienced cycle coaches for a 45 minute session for kids of all ages. Groups will be split into 2, consisting of 8-10 kids each, with the beginner level being set up for total non-riders. Upon completion, all participants will receive a finishers' certificate.

  • Brilliant Balance (beginner level / first-time cyclists) - bike safety basics, balance & glide & introduction to pedalling
  • Pedal Power (intermediate level) - focus on braking techniques, turning skills, bike signals & bike safety
  • Ladies Only (beginner level) - confidence builder for all levels including bike safety basics & an introduction to pedalling

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

JUNIOR CYCLING CHALLENGE | FRIDAY AFTERNOON

We are looking for the fastest junior rider. Race against other students and fight for the title of the best junior rider using the 5km loop. U9 = 5km | U11 = 10km or 20km | U15 = 20km | U17 = 20km.

  • FREE T-Shirts for all participants (subject to availability, including sizes)
  • Podium medals for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place (females & males)

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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RIDE FOR INCLUSION | FRIDAY AFTERNOON
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Join in or cheer on our Ride for Inclusion participants. We welcome all People of Determination to take part in the Junior Cycling Challenge.

  • FREE T-Shirts for all participants (subject to availability, including sizes)
  • Podium medals for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place (females & males)

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

FAB TAKE OVER COMMUNITY RIDE | FRIDAY EVENING

Let's celebrate our passion for cycling all together! We're encouraging everyone to get on your bike and use your pedal power to join us and experience the beauty of Hudayriyat Island. Set off into the sunset together and enjoy a community ride with scenic views of Abu Dhabi's skyline.

  • FREE T-Shirts for all participants (subject to availability, including sizes)
  • All levels and ages welcome

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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SUNSET SPINNING CLASSES POWERED BY TECHNOGYM | SATURDAY & SUNDAY
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Come and join us for a low-impact / high intensity stationary cycling experience for all ages at the Event Village Spin Studio. A workout where you control the intensity with great music and calories to burn.

  • Certified Spinning Instructors
  • Mixed classes for all levels
  • FREE towel included (subject to availability)
  • Discount F&B vouchers for Colnago Caffe

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

KIDS' ENTERTAINMENT ZONE OPEN | SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Enjoy your cycling race or walk around the event village with no worries. Our professionals will be taking care of your kids. From face painters and bouncy castles to fun games like jenga and tik tac toe - your kids will not be bored for a single second.

  • Facilitated from morning to evening by professional staff members
  • Activities & Entertainment for all ages

On-site registration at the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club Car Park

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YOGA CLASSES | SATURDAY & SUNDAY
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Join us for a calm start to the day in the event village next to the main stage, for a fun Yoga Class. Mixed classes of 30 with 45 minute sessions will cover the basics of Yoga, with all levels welcome.

  • Certified Yoga Instructors
  • Mixed classes for all levels

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

CRITERIUM RACE | SATURDAY MORNING (QUALIFYING) & AFTERNOON (FINALS)

This is a mass start race around the closed 1km track with a duration of 15 minutes + 1 lap. Challenge yourself and others by attending the qualifing session from 8:00 - 10:30 which is distinguished by age groups. A total of 20 individuals will be able to take part in the finals at 18:30.

  • 8:00 - 10:30 Qualifying | 18:30 - 19:30 Finals
  • FREE Trucker Caps for all participants (subject to availability)
  • Podium medals for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place (females & males)
  • Breitling Endurance Pro Watch for 1st Overall Male & 1st Overall Female

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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MOUNTAIN XC RACE | SATURDAY AFTERNOON
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Come and test yourself on the green loop of Hudayriyat's Mountain Bike Course. A 18km route awaits you and your competitors.

  • FREE Trucker Caps for all participants (subject to availability)
  • Podium medals for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place for each contest (females & males)

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

CYCLING CHALLENGE ZONE | SATURDAY & SUNDAY

No matter your skill level, whether you are a seasoned cyclist or a complete beginner, we have something exciting in store for you. Join us for a day filled with adrenalie-pumping activities designed to challenge and thrill cyclists of all levels from mastering the obstacle course to testing out some unusual bikes and taking on the mechanic challenges, a good time is guaranteed!

  • Fun cycling challenges for all ages and levels

On-site registration at the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club Car Park

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HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTRE | SATURDAY & SUNDAY
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Recover, relax and give your body a break! A member of our team will take care of you and show you demos the High Performance Centre has to offer, including pressure boots and smart scales.

  • 15 minute demos of all offerings
  • Small groups per session (max. 5 people)

On-site registration at Wolfi's High Performance Centre

MYWHOOSH RACING | SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Join the MyWhoosh team and test out their indoor course of Al Hudayriyat Island with a 15.4km loop. An inclusive, indoor cycling experience like no other, with possibilities of joining on-site, as well as online.

  • Mixed & ladies only classes
  • FREE towel included (subject to availability)
  • Shokz Open Run Pro Headphones for male and female age group winners

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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WOLFI'S CYCLING ACADEMY - COACH LED SESSION ON TRACK | SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNING
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It's time to conquer the track at Al Hudayriyat Island. Under the expert supervision of our coaches, you will embark on an exhilarating journey to hone your cycling skills to perfection. Please note that this session is not suitable for academic riders.

  • Crank Master (advanced level) - track riding essentials, group riding dynamics & speed and endurance training
  • Finishers' Certificate for all participants

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

MASTERCLASS SESSIONS | SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Dive into the world of cycling and healthy eating! Our masterclasses are given by experienced professionals with 45 minute sessions covering areas from the mechanical field to healthy nutrition. Detailed information for each masterclass can be found below.

  • Fascinating & engaging classes
  • Q&A Panels at the end of each session
  • Chance of winning free gift

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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FAMILY / KIDS' FUN RELAY | SUNDAY MORNING
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In teams of 4, engage in a challenging time trial that does not only include cycling, but also a scavenger hunt within the event village. An experience for the entire family! After cycling 1 lap of the 1km loop on the track, all team members must solve a fun task all together, which will lead them to their first puzzle piece.

  • Teambuilding challenge that requires both cycling skills & intuitive thinking
  • Complete a puzzle of 4 pieces with clues hidden within the event village
  • All levels and ages welcome

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

UAE'S MECHANICS' BUILD A BIKE CHALLENGE | SUNDAY MORNING

Who is the king / queen of bike shops in the UAE? We invite all bicycle shops into the cycling challenge zone to assemble a bike from the box and ride it to the finish line. The team that builds the bike to meet the judge's approval with the fastest time wins.

  • Up to a maximum of 3 mechanics to build the bike
  • One mechanic to put on their helmet and ride it to the finish line
  • Each team to bring their own bike stand and tools

Online registration necessary by your team's captain- Click here to register

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CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT - RIDE OUT | SUNDAY AFTERNOON
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We are in search of the most active company out there! Ride with your colleagues and peers on the beautiful Hudayriyat Cycle Track. The company with the most number of participants wins.

  • Team building exercise & fun activity for all companies
  • All levels and ages welcome

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

CORPORATE TEAM RELAY | SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Let's see the businesses compete against one-another! We invite all companies with a team of 4 to the main track and show their team spirit in a fun relay, where each member completes 1 lap of the 3km course before passing over their timing chip.

  • 4 members in each team
  • All levels, ages & companies welcome

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

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WOMEN MOVING FORWARD - RIDE OUT | SATURDAY EVENING & SUNDAY MORNING
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Join our experienced Women Moving Forward cycle coaches for a 10km social ride for adults of all ages. Meeting point will be at the WMF tent, where everyone will gather and go together to the main cycle track.

  • Cycling tips including bike safety basics & cyclings signs in groups
  • All levels and ages welcome
  • Both females & males (this is a mixed ride along, NOT females only)

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

MTB KIDS' TASTER SESSION | SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Join us for this 45-minute session - Mastering basic skills is essential for any mountain bike (MTB) cyclists. Aimed at those children who are confident riders but might not have ever experienced the mountain bike trails at Al Hudayriyat Island.

  • Wolfi's Cycling Academy experienced coaches
  • Fundamental skills including body positioning, braking techniques, cornering, climbing and descending, trail etiquette and safety and much more
  • Open to all children who safely ride a bike, above the age of 8

Online registration necessary (limited to 8 spots ONLY) - Click here to register

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MASTERCLASS SESSIONS AT COLNAGO ABU DHABI (1ST FLOOR)

BRAIN HEALTH WORKSHOP

Join us for a lively and interactive 45-minute workshop where you will gain insights into the remarkable organ that controls every aspect of your being.

Explore various brain regions and their functions, learning how each area influences your daily life. Discover practical techniques to activate and enhance these regions through simple neurological exercises integrated into your daily routine.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

BREATH TRAINING FOR CYCLISTS

Join us for this introductory workshop tailored specifically for cyclists looking to optimize their performance through breath training techniques.

In this session, you'll learn how to harness the power of your breath to improve endurance, increase efficiency, and enhance overall cycling performance. Explore specialized breathing exercises designed to maximize oxygen intake, manage exertion levels, and maintain focus during long rides.

Whether you're a casual rider or a seasoned cyclist, this workshop offers practical insights and actionable strategies to elevate your cycling experience through the transformative potential of breath training.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

UNDERSTAND YOUR BRAIN GUT AXIS TO IMPROVE YOUR GUT HEALTH

In this 45 interactive workshop we will take a dive into the 5 critical anatomical regions that constitute the Brain-Gut Axis.

Discover how to identify if these areas are underperforming or overperforming and, most importantly, learn how to integrate the neurological exercises into your training to transform your well-being.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

INJURY AND PAIN MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES

Learning how to manage chronic pain and injuries starts with understanding pain physiology first.

In this workshop you will learn how pain actually occurs, the strategies that can help alleviate it and how to prevent yourself from getting injured in the first place.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

MOBILITY AND CORE TRAINING FOR CYCLISTS

Join us for an engaging workshop tailored for cyclists seeking to enhance their mobility and core strength.

In this dynamic session, you'll learn targeted exercises and techniques aimed at improving flexibility, stability, and core power essential for optimal cycling performance.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, this workshop offers practical insights and actionable strategies to elevate your cycling experience through enhanced mobility and core training.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register

CYCLISTS' INTENSITY MONITORING WORKSHOP

Join us for an informative workshop dedicated to helping cyclists effectively monitor their intensity levels during training and rides.

In this session, you'll learn how to utilize two key tools for intensity monitoring: RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) and heart rate monitoring. Discover how to accurately gauge your effort levels using the RPE scale and how to integrate heart rate monitoring to fine-tune your training zones.

Whether you're a novice or seasoned cyclist, mastering intensity monitoring can enhance your performance, prevent overtraining, and optimize your training outcomes.

Online registration necessary - Click here to register