Summer is here, and while it may be tempting to cocoon in the comfort of your ACs, we’ve got something else in store for you. If you’re staying Riyadh-bound when we start hitting our high 40s Celsius weather, we’ve compiled a list of fun indoor sports and activity hubs to help you stay active. Break a sweat but on purpose.
Laser Tag at Chernobyl Arena
Take your crew out for a showdown. Chernobyl Arena is the biggest laser tag address in Riyadh today, which means you’ll need to run, dodge, roll, and while trying to shoot *pew-pew*your way to victory.
PRICE: Starting at SR 75 per person (packages available for groups and corporate team building.)
Instagram: chernobylarena
Location: Othman Bin Affan Rd., Al Narjis Dist.
Mob:+966-570100081
Web: chernobylarena.com
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Racing & Gaming Collide at BattleKart
Want to live out your Mario Kart dreams? Test your driving skills while launching missiles and oil slicks in an immersive augmented reality circuit.
PRICE: SR 120 for one game; you get a discount on the next ones
Instagram: battlekart_ruh
Location: 3112 Al Bahar Al Arabi, Ishbiliyah
Mob: +966-537690165
Web: battlekart.com
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Rollin’ at Teen’s Area
Roller skating can be a fun workout, especially when bopping and gliding to some cool tunes. Teen’s Area is particularly made for Gen Zers and kids, with its themed nights—cue in black lights, cosplays, and girls’ night.
The other plus of Teen’s Area is that it offers other activities such as bowling, laser tag, indoor skate ramps, and a trampoline playground.
PRICE: SR 65 per session
Instagram: teens_ksa
Location: Khalid Bin Walid St., Qurtubah Dist.
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Shred Ice at Cool Arena
Ice skating in this heat? yes, please! You’ll definitely have fun while getting your heart rate up in the coolest rink in town. Cool Arena is great for beginners, casual skaters, and those who want to level up and turn this into their year- round sport. They have hourly packages and training sessions, and ladies, if you want to let your hair down, Wednesdays are women-only.
PRICE: SR 66/session for adults, SR 46 for kids age 5-12 (excluding ice skates, which you can rent separately)
Instagram: coolarena.sa
Location: The Boulevard City, Hittin Dist.
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TRY OUT PADEL
PADEL UP
Known for its exhilarating ambience and interiors, Padel Up is the perfect place for a large group of players.
Instagram: padel_up
Location: Al Shaikh Mohammed Ibn Ibrahim St., Al Diriyah Al Jadidah
Mob: +966-506940479
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PADEL IN
Stuck on weekend plans? Round up your friends or family and head to Padel In’s air- conditioned indoor courts for an exciting and intense game.
Instagram: padelin_ksa
Location: Al Ammariyah
Mob: +966-561998858
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PADEL PRO
Their loyal following of players swear by their well-maintained courts, with private ones available if you’re really focusing on sharpening your game and with curtains if you want privacy, too.
Instagram: padelpro.ksa
Location: Al Shaikh Mohammed Ibn Ibrahim St., Al Diriyah Al Jadidah
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Important Note:
Download the apps Sinjab and Setpoint to book your padel sessions at different locations.
