Pillar one
Creative Expression
Arts, crafts, mural projects and design sessions that build imagination, patience and ownership of ideas.
Youth development · Dubai
A space where teenagers can connect, grow, and thrive.
Safe, structured and inspiring sessions where young people aged 11–18 build confidence, friendships and the essential life skills school doesn't always teach.
Ages 11–18
Tue · Thu · Sat3 locations
Holiday camps
11–18Age range, grouped with care
3Weekly clubs, Tue · Thu · Sat
4Programme pillars
15+ yrsFounder experience, UK · Spain · UAE
Why Youth Zone
Teenagers need more than activities. They need belonging.
Youth Zone UAE gives young people a safe, engaging place to connect, find their strengths, build resilience and learn by doing. It sits between an activity club and real youth development.
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Safe & structured
A secure, welcoming setting built on respect and wellbeing, where every session has a clear purpose.
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Real development
Leadership, communication, wellbeing and practical life skills, built up week by week.
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Expert guidance
Led by a qualified teacher and youth worker, so every young person is welcomed, listened to and encouraged.
Welcomed. Respected. Encouraged.
Our programmes
Four pillars.
One whole young person.
Recreation, creativity, wellbeing, teamwork and life skills, combined so every session is both enjoyable and meaningful.
Pillar two
Sport & Wellbeing
Boxing-based fitness, table tennis and outdoor movement for coordination, teamwork and self-belief.
Pillar three
Skills for Life
Cooking, collaborative challenges and problem-solving that build responsibility and independence.
Pillar four
Future-Ready Innovation
Empowering young people with the skills, creativity and confidence to thrive in a rapidly changing world through activities such as gaming, music, AI, digital creativity and entrepreneurship.
Confidence & self-belief
Communication & social skills
Teamwork & collaboration
Leadership & responsibility
Creativity & problem-solving
Resilience & emotional growth
Healthy routines & wellbeing
Practical life skills & independence
Sessions & camps
Every week, after school.
Join our weekly youth sessions during term, plus seasonal camps in the school holidays.
Every Tuesday
Collegiate International School
- Term
- 22 Sep – 8 Dec 2026
- Time
- 3:00 – 5:00 PM
- Ages
- 11+
- Area
- Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai
Every Thursday
The Aquila School
- Term
- 22 Oct – 10 Dec 2026
- Time
- 3:30 – 5:30 PM
- Ages
- 11+
- Area
- Wadi Al Safa 5, Dubai
Every Saturday
Louise Dawson Inclusion, Arjan
- Term
- 5 Sep – 12 Dec 2026
- Time
- 2:00 – 4:00 PM
- Ages
- 11+
- Area
- Arjan, Dubai
Now running
Sept – Dec 2026 term
All three clubs are running this term. Places are limited, so message us to join a session near you.
More locations coming soon. Call or WhatsApp +971 56 651 6597 to register.
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Meet our founder
Shoaib Rehman
Founder · Teacher · Youth Worker · Football Coach
“My students had activities, but nowhere to develop social, emotional and life skills, or prepare for the real world. I founded Youth Zone UAE to change that.”
A qualified teacher and youth-development professional with more than 15 years' experience across the UK, Spain and the UAE, including 10 years teaching Life Skills, PSHE and English. Shoaib holds a BA (Hons) in Youth and Community Development from Leeds Metropolitan University. He has designed and delivered youth-work curriculum and pioneered an inclusion programme for young people with special needs.
15+Years in youth development
10Years teaching Life Skills, PSHE & English
BA(Hons) Youth & Community Development
Our environment
A space designed to inspire.
Bright, welcoming and creative, with active recreation areas, creative rooms and spaces to collaborate. The setting itself encourages young people to take part.
Who we work with
Built for families, schools & partners.
For parents
A safe, supervised place where your teenager can thrive after school, make friends and grow in confidence.
For schools
Curriculum-aligned youth-development programmes that support your students' personal, social and emotional growth.
For partners
Community initiatives designed together with you, with measurable impact for young people in Dubai.
What our young people say
Real stories from Youth Zone.
The leadership program at Youth Zone changed my life! My coach helped me build confidence and now I'm captain of my school's football team.
IYouth Zone member
I learned so much in the financial literacy workshop! Now I'm saving money and planning for my future. The coaches here really care about our success.
LYouth Zone member
The wellness programs are amazing! I've learned so much about staying healthy and building resilience. Youth Zone UAE is the best place in Dubai for teens!
KYouth Zone member
FAQ
Questions, answered.
What ages is Youth Zone for?
Our weekly sessions are for young people aged 11 to 18.
Where do sessions take place?
This term we run clubs at Collegiate International School, The Aquila School, and Louise Dawson Inclusion in Arjan, Dubai. More locations are coming soon.
When are the weekly sessions?
This term runs September to December 2026: Tuesdays 3:00–5:00 PM at Collegiate International School, Thursdays 3:30–5:30 PM at The Aquila School, and Saturdays 2:00–4:00 PM at Louise Dawson Inclusion, Arjan.
What happens in a typical session?
Sessions draw on our four pillars: Creative Expression, Sport & Wellbeing, Skills for Life, and Future-Ready Innovation. Activities range from mural art and boxing-based fitness to cooking, DJ sessions and team challenges.
Do you work with schools?
Yes. We offer youth-development programmes for schools and institutional partners. Get in touch and we'll design something together.
How do I register?
Message us on WhatsApp, call +971 56 651 6597, or fill in the form below. We'll send you full registration details and pricing for the current term.
Get in touch
Helping young people grow with confidence.
Whether you're a parent, school or community partner, we'd love to hear from you.
- Phone+971 56 651 6597
- WhatsAppMessage us on WhatsApp
- Instagram@youthzoneuae
- Emailinfo@youthzone.ae
- LocationsCollegiate International School · The Aquila School · Louise Dawson Inclusion, Arjan
- Session timesTue 3:00–5:00 PM · Thu 3:30–5:30 PM · Sat 2:00–4:00 PM