How private is a ladies gym in Abu Dhabi?
At RPM Gym in Al Manhal, the Ladies section is a separate training space for women only, and the Pilates studio is inside it. Privacy also depends on the route in and the changing area, so this page lists what RPM confirms and what to check for yourself on a women's tour.
For many women in Abu Dhabi, privacy is the reason they train consistently rather than a luxury. A ladies gym can mean anything from a fully separate section to a few women-only hours in the main hall, so it is worth checking exactly what you are getting before you sign.
At RPM, the Ladies section is a separate space for women only, inside the club on Level 4 of AD HUB Sports Complex. Men train in the Mixed section. The table below separates what RPM confirms from what you should see in person.
What RPM confirms, and what to check
| Privacy question | What RPM confirms | What to check on your tour |
|---|---|---|
| Is it women only? | Yes. The Ladies section is for women only. | That it suits the way you want to train |
| How do I get in? | Message the team before your visit for directions to the section. | Walk the route yourself and see what is visible from it |
| Changing area | Ask on your tour. | Which changing room and lockers you would use |
| Who coaches there? | Female coaches on RPM's roster work in the section. | Whether you can book a female coach for personal training |
| Pilates | The Pilates studio is inside the Ladies section. | Which class formats are running, and when |
| Recovery and grooming | Ask the RPM team about current access. | Get the answer in writing before you join |
A private section for
Women choose a private section for different reasons. These are the most common.
Women who prefer privacy
A women-only space removes the main reason many women stop training: discomfort on a mixed floor.
Beginners
Learning the equipment is easier without an audience. Ask for an introduction when you book.
Returning after a break
Ease back in at your own pace. If your break was for a medical reason, get clearance first.
Women who want a female coach
Female coaches work in the section; ask for one for personal training.
Pilates-focused training
The Pilates studio is inside the section. To combine it with strength work, ask on your tour which equipment the section currently holds.
A modest training environment
Train in a women-only space and get ready afterwards in the grooming hub.
From RPM's coach roster. Ask each coach about their qualifications and availability directly.
Book a women's tour.
Message the team, ask for a tour of the Ladies section, and choose a time when you would normally train so you see it as it really is. Use the privacy check above as your list, and ask for membership terms in writing before you decide.
Questions, answered.
Is the ladies section fully private?
It is a separate section for women only; men train in the Mixed section. How private it feels also depends on the route in and the changing area you use, so walk both on a tour before you join.
Are the coaches in the ladies section female?
RPM's coach roster lists female coaches for the Ladies section, including a Pilates coach. If you want a female coach for personal training, say so when you enquire.
Can beginners join?
Yes. Many women start in a private section because it removes the pressure of a mixed floor. Ask for an introduction to the equipment when you book, and start with a simple plan.
Is Pilates available in the ladies section?
Yes. The Pilates studio is inside the Ladies section. Ask which class formats and private sessions are currently running, and about current membership options.
Can I book a tour of just the ladies section?
Yes. Message the team on WhatsApp, say you would like a women's tour of the Ladies section, and ask for a time that suits you.
Practical guides for this decision
Visit the Ladies section
The Ladies section is inside RPM Gym on Level 4 of AD HUB Sports Complex in Al Manhal, the club's only branch. Message the team to arrange a women's tour.
- Address
- AD HUB Sports Complex, Level 4, Al Manhal, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Opening hours
- Saturday to Thursday: 06:00–23:00Friday: 09:00–22:00
- Parking
- Free on-site parking at AD HUB Sports Complex, then the lift to Level 4.
- Phone and WhatsApp
- +971 50 506 7361
Book a private ladies tour.
See the women-only section at a time that suits you.