Quick Answer
Gym fit-out in Dubai lives on the parts you don't see: impact flooring, heavy-duty ventilation and power, and structural loading for equipment and free weights — plus mirrors, changing rooms with wet areas, and DM & Civil Defence approvals. A specialist fitness fit-out contractor engineers these correctly. First Unicorn delivers turnkey gyms, studios and wellness spaces on a fixed price.
What Gym Fit-Out Requires
- Impact & sprung flooringRubber, sprung or turf flooring specified for free weights, machines and studios.
- Heavy-duty MEP & ventilationHigh air-changes, cooling and power sized for equipment and crowded classes.
- Structural loadingFloor loading checked for heavy racks, weights and rigs — especially above ground floor.
- Changing rooms & wet areasShowers, lockers and drainage built to code and durable for high traffic.
- Approvals & brandingDM and Civil Defence approvals, plus mirrors, lighting and branding that sell the space.
Fitness Spaces Built to Perform
Impact-Rated
Rubber, sprung and turf flooring specified for the equipment and use.
Heavy-Duty
Ventilation, cooling and power sized for gyms — not a standard office spec.
Load-Checked
Floor loading verified for weights, rigs and machines.
Ready to Open
Changing rooms, mirrors, branding, approvals — fixed price and warranty.
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From First Call to Handover
Free Site Survey
We visit your property, understand the scope and take real measurements — before any number is quoted.
Design & Fixed BOQ
Concept design plus a line-by-line fixed quote and a written programme with your handover date.
Approvals & Build
We secure every NOC and permit, then build with weekly progress updates and one project manager.
Handover & Warranty
Snag-free handover, final walkthrough and a written multi-year workmanship warranty.
Get a Fixed Gym Fit-Out Quote
Send your unit size, location and concept (gym, studio, wellness) — we'll survey and give a fixed BOQ. Related: fit-out companies in Dubai.
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Gym Fit-Out in Dubai — FAQ
How much does a gym fit-out cost in Dubai?
Gym and fitness fit-out in Dubai typically runs AED 120-300+ per sq ft depending on flooring, MEP, changing rooms and finishes. First Unicorn gives a fixed price from a real BOQ.
Do you handle DM and Civil Defence approvals?
Yes — Dubai Municipality and Civil Defence approvals plus landlord/mall coordination are handled in-house.
Can you check floor loading for weights?
Yes — we verify structural loading for free weights, racks and machines, especially on upper floors, and reinforce where needed.
How long does a gym fit-out take?
Most gyms take 5-10 weeks depending on size, flooring and MEP. We provide a written programme up front.