



Dominant Academy is Abu Dhabi’s first football and basketball performance training academy, training boys and girls aged 3–17 at ACTIVE Al Maryah Island and Zayed Cricket Stadium in Khalifa City. Our programs combine technical coaching with strength and conditioning, developing players from first sessions to elite competitive squads.
A Premier Football Academy in UAE that is dedicated to nurturing talent and making an impact on the world of football. Welcome to Dominant Academy.
Hey Dominant footballers and parents!
Have you ever wondered just how much better you or your child could perform on the football field?
Are you asking yourself why, even after a year or two of playing at your current academy, your skills haven’t significantly improved? Are you still struggling with speed, strength, and endurance? Do you shy away from challenges, pass the ball instead of taking the shot, or fail to dominate in 1v1 situations?
If you feel unsatisfied after training or matches, knowing you have more to give but nothing seems to change, and your creativity and magic are yet to shine — Dominant Academy is here to unlock your potential!
If you feel unsatisfied after training or matches, knowing you have more to give but nothing seems to change, and your creativity and magic are yet to shine—Dominant Academy is here to unlock your potential!
The Dominant Football and Basketball Academy in Abu Dhabi is renowned for its exceptional training programs, developing talented players and fostering a passion for the sport at all levels.


Located at Reem Island, the best football and basketball school in Abu Dhabi, UAE, provides dynamic training programs for athletes of all levels.
Check our Football Training Timetable or Basketball Training Timetable and join us today!
(3-6 years of age)
(7-18 Years of Age)
Training sessions, tournaments and international camps from our football academy in Abu Dhabi – at Sports Center ACTIVE, Al Maryah Island and Zayed Cricket Stadium, Khalifa City.
To develop players at the highest possible level through our professional programmes, including team and individual training and opportunities outside the UAE.
To spread the Dominant Academy passion and philosophy to as many kids, footballers, football enthusiasts and coaches as possible.
Join the team
Students – become part of the Dominant coaching staff. Learn the secrets of our performance training, the basics of planning, organising, positioning, tactics and leadership.
Our coaches bring a wealth of experience as ex-professional and semi-professional footballers, as well as strength and conditioning specialists, with UEFA and FA licences, safeguarding and first-aid certifications, and degrees in Physical Education.
Our staff is truly multi-national. The one essential requirement is a deep love for football and a commitment to putting heart into every session for every child.
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Dominant Football Academy, the best football academy in Abu Dhabi, a name synonymous with ...
Dominant Football Academy, the best football academy in Abu Dhabi, a name synonymous with ...
Dominant Football Academy, the best football academy in Abu Dhabi, a name synonymous with ...

Football Academy and School UAE, Abu Dhabi
Our football training in Abu Dhabi is designed to nurture talent and creativity on the pitch. Players are grouped by ability into Select and Development squads, so every child progresses at their own pace while competing in leagues and tournaments. We focus on 1v1 confidence, decision-making and taking the shot.
Alongside weekly classes, we run seasonal football camps and Pro Performance Training (PPT) to sharpen ball control, passing, shooting and physical conditioning.

Basketball Academy and School UAE, Abu Dhabi
Our basketball academy in Abu Dhabi helps players master the fundamentals – dribbling, shooting and defence – while building a real passion for the game. Training is tailored to each age group, from fun skill-building games for young children to advanced drills for older athletes.
We use Progressive Coaching: each player develops based on mastery of basketball and movement skills rather than age or size, building physical literacy, game understanding and confidence.