Cognition

There are a variety of clubs that you can join that have a gymnasium, and often a swimming pool. Most of the clubs are attached to the hotels. The cost varies according to family, gender, length of time etc, but they are very good places to relax in and to socialize. In the months from about October through to May, walking, jogging, cycling etc are all very enjoyable - the Corniche in Abu Dhabi, parks in Al Ain.

Wearing sports gear for exercise outdoors is fine. It is very safe for women exercising outdoors - much more so than in New Zealand.

It is too hot outdoors from about May to October to exercise outside. All accommodation is air-conditioned. Schools are air-conditioned but often you will be walking outside from classroom block to block.

Bring several pairs of sunglasses or buy cheap ones here. You will need them. The glare is very hard on eyes, especially when exercising for longer periods outdoors.