"We plan water breaks into every session, not just when children ask for them."
Summer in Abu Dhabi does not have to mean a break from sport. With the right timing, shade and hydration, children can keep training safely all year.
Our outdoor sessions run early in the morning or after sunset in the hottest months, and many programmes move to our air-conditioned halls and shaded pool.
"We plan water breaks into every session, not just when children ask for them."
Send a full, labelled water bottle and a light snack with every session. A cap and sun cream make a real difference for outdoor training.
Watch for early signs of heat stress: headaches, dizziness or unusual tiredness. Our coaches are trained to spot them and will always stop a child who needs a rest.
Most of all, keep children moving gently on holidays too. A short swim or a game in the evening keeps fitness ticking over for the new term.
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