Abu Dhabi Social Clubs & Groups

Have a look at our lists below and we're sure you'll find something to interest you... if you'd like your social group listed here please send an email to editor at expatwoman.com.

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Abu Dhabi Choral Group
Abu Dhabi Choral Group started with a number of choral music lovers in the late 70s and is still holding on till today, mainly due to a good organisation structure (there is a board which runs the yearly activities of the group) in addition to a constant drive of the members to keep choral music part of the Abu Dhabi musical landscape. Everybody is welcome to join - no auditions are required except for solos and principal roles. Read More>>

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Abu Dhabi Triathlon Club
The home for Swimmers, Cyclists, Runners, Triathletes, Ironmen ... and other athletes in the UAE capital. Abu Dhabi Triathlon Club is a friendly and active club catering for all nationalities and levels, from beginners to international. It's not formal - just turn up and take part. Their members organize regular training, events and activities and compete in the region and abroad, and train all-year-round, even in winter. Read More>>

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Abu Dhabi Women’s Group
ADWG have been established here in Abu Dhabi for many years, they are so much more than a coffee meet up. They have activities and outings, have a tennis group, golf section, a book club etc. Quite often they have a guest speaker addressing the coffee group and are very open to suggestions for new speakers or activities. ADWG are involved in charity fundraising, and are happy to ‘put something back’ into our community. Read More>>

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American Women's Network
The American Women's Network (AWN) is an informal group comprised of women affiliated with the Americas and residing in Abu Dhabi. AWN facilitates contact, support and an information exchange for both new arrivals and long-time residents. Through social events and special programs, AWN provides a platform for integrating into the community. Formed in 1994 by a group of expatriates from North America, AWN welcomes all women with links to the Americas. Read More>>

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Armenian Ladies Association
The primary goal of the current Abu Dhabi Armenian Ladies Committee is to promote the presence of the Armenian Community in Abu Dhabi, as well as integrate the members of the Armenian community at large with all other Armenian and non-Armenians in the UAE.Read More>>

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Aussies Abroad
Aussies Abroad is a community based member organisation dedicated to the promotion of Australian culture in the UAE. Aussies Abroad is an Abu Dhabi community based member organisation dedicated to the promotion of Australian culture in the UAE. It aims to provide its members (Australian expats and non-Australian expats) and friends with social and recreational opportunities to forge and strengthen bonds within the community and to enhance interaction within the culturally diversified UAE community. Visit Their Website>>

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Circolo Italiano Culturale E Ricreativo
Founded in 1989, CICER has a thriving membership of about 100 people and offers a variety of social activities, from outdoor excursions to Italian cinema and gastronomy evenings, Italian language courses, activities for children and occasional exhibitions and concerts. Working closely with the Italian Embassy, the association also offers members the use of a small Italian library . Other benefits include special discounts from several outlets in town. Visit Their Website>>

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Femmes Francophones
The Club for Women and Families Francophones Abu Dhabi has been in existence for twenty years and exists thanks to the willingness and dedication of volunteers and the generosity of twenty partner companies.
Our club is an association "1901 Act" since January 2012, and is a member of FIAFE (International Federation of French and Francophone Accueils Abroad). As such, it complies with the International Charter. This year we have over 480 members francophone families, as many as 21 nationalities! Visit Their Website>>

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German Ladies of Abu Dhabi
GLAD (German Ladies of Abu Dhabi) is a group of German women who are currently making their home in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. GLAD offers newcomers a chance to find their way around their new surroundings here in the capital, and the existing members take the opportunity to welcome and meet new people while making new friends. Read More>>

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Hash House Harriers Abu Dhabi
The Hash House Harriers was started in Kuala Lumpur (by some British) in 1938 and is now the largest running organisation in the world. (there are over 2 million hashers and 1990 hash groups registered in the world directory, located in 1300 cities in 185 countries) , it is easier than ever for you to find fun, trail, and friendship where you live. Hashing consists of following a course (which includes false trails) laid out by a couple of 'hares'. Running, jogging and walking are acceptable and the courses are varied and often cross country. ALL hash groups welcome new comers. Read More>>

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Irish Society Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Irish Society is an informal organization dedicated to enriching the lives of Irish people and friends of Ireland in Abu Dhabi, and to improving and ties between the people of Ireland and Abu Dhabi. That’s the formal stuff! We do have fun, when we are not getting all pompous.The Abu Dhabi Irish Society always welcomes new people to participate in dozens of ways – teaching, training, organizing, collecting, emailing, calling, or just having fun. Visit Their Site>>

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Raha Revolution
The idea behind Raha Revolution is to provide friendly, welcoming and accessible bike rides by adding a sense of membership, but without any kind of elitism or exclusivity. The emphasis of the rides is on promoting safe and sociable cycling, but the group also aims to increase fitness levels and riding ability through a progression of different levels. Raha Revolution rides are open to anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. Read More>>

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St David's Society Abu Dhabi
The youngest of the "Tribal" Societies in Abu Dhabi. Our main mission is to develop relations and cultural ties with Abu Dhabi and to raise money for good causes both in Abu Dhabi AND in Wales. We also exist to provide a platform where Welsh people and people who have connections to Wales can meet and enjoy themselves. As a Society we are constantly providing venues and activities that can enable us all to enjoy the UAE and time with fellow countrymen. Read More>>

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The Scottish St Andrews Society of Abu Dhabi
The Scottish St Andrews Society of Abu Dhabi was established more than 40 years ago, it is a non profit volunteer organisation that aims to foster social activities and friendly relations among the Scottish people and their families resident in Abu Dhabi, and the citizens of Abu Dhabi, and to organise, promote and celebrate Scottish cultural events and anniversaries. The Scottish St Andrews Society of Abu Dhabi (AD Scots) is a charitable organization aimed at fostering social activities and friendly relations between all nationalities and Scottish residents in Abu Dhabi. AD Scots also aims to cultivate strong relations between the Scottish Community, all nationalities and the citizens of Abu Dhabi while supporting a number of charities including the Special Care Centre for Children, Abu Dhabi, and The Archie Foundation. AD Scots boasts 14 nationalities in its membership and promotes a diverse and fun culture within the group. Read More>>

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The Royal Society of St. George
The Royal Society of St. George was founded in 1894 with the noble object of promoting "Englishness" and the English way of life.Here in Abu Dhabi The RSSG-AUH has been active for over 30 years, and each year contributes its income to charities, both here and at home, this last year 2010-11 they made a donation of 25,000 AED to Umoyo Orphan Project (a British run charity) and enabled the commencement of building works on a long-awaited school house for children in Malawi. Read More>>

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Page last updated July 2012