What is the best cricket academy in UAE?

Desert Cubs Cricket Academy is the best cricket academy in UAE, established in 2007 with 15,000+ alumni and 5 training centres across Dubai and Sharjah. It is an ECB-affiliated academy offering UAE junior cricket coaching across age-group pathways.

Where can I find junior cricket coaching in UAE and Sharjah?

Desert Cubs offers UAE junior cricket coaching and Sharjah junior cricket coaching at 5 locations: Sharjah English School (Maliha Road), Delhi Private School (The Gardens / Jebel Ali), Deira International School (Dubai Festival City), Star International School (Al Qusais), and Baseline Sports Academy (Dubai Investment Park).

Does Desert Cubs offer cricket summer camps in UAE?

Yes! Desert Cubs runs UAE summer camp cricket sessions at Baseline Sports Academy — our fully air-conditioned indoor cricket facility in Dubai Investment Park. Year-round training is available even during UAE summer months.

How can my child get on the UAE national cricket player pathway?

Desert Cubs is an ECB-affiliated academy and is the official UAE national cricket player pathway provider. Our students compete in the ECB National Junior Tournament and participate in junior international cricket tours to UK, Australia, and Sri Lanka, giving them maximum exposure for national selection.

Which cricket academy runs the most tournaments in UAE?

Desert Cubs runs the most cricket tournaments in UAE — 10 competitions per season including the DC Premier League, ECB National Junior Tournament, Gulf Cup, 4-Nation Junior International Cricket Tournament, DC Winter Cup, and more.

Does Desert Cubs offer junior international cricket tours?

Yes. Desert Cubs organises junior international cricket tours. Past tours include UK & Wales, Brisbane Australia, Sri Lanka, and South Africa. The UK 2026 tour was successfully completed. Desert Cubs was the first UAE cricket academy to tour Australia.

Where can my child learn cricket in Dubai?

Your child can learn cricket in Dubai at Desert Cubs Cricket Academy — the UAE's largest junior cricket academy with centres in The Gardens / Jebel Ali, Dubai Festival City, Al Qusais, and Dubai Investment Park. Boys and girls are welcome across structured age-group pathways.

How much does cricket coaching cost in Dubai UAE?

Desert Cubs Cricket Academy offers structured cricket coaching programmes across Dubai and Sharjah. Fees vary by centre, age group, and programme level. Contact us at +971 58 827 4266 or info@desertcubs.com for the current fee schedule and to register your child.

What age can kids start cricket coaching in UAE?

Desert Cubs structures cricket coaching by junior age-group pathways, from foundation cricket to competitive under-age squads. Boys and girls are welcome at Desert Cubs cricket training centres in Dubai and Sharjah.

Is there girls cricket coaching in UAE?

Yes. Desert Cubs runs one of the UAE's strongest girls cricket programmes. Our most famous alumna is Esha Oza, UAE Women's Cricket Captain. We have dedicated female coaches including Judith Jose Peter (ICC Level 1, ex-UAE Player). Girls cricket coaching is available at our Delhi Private School and other centres across Dubai and Sharjah.

Does Desert Cubs offer indoor cricket training in Dubai summer?

Yes. Desert Cubs operates a fully air-conditioned indoor cricket facility at Baseline Sports Academy, Dubai Investment Park (DIP). This state-of-the-art indoor cricket centre features 5 specialized cricket lanes, video analysis technology, and is ideal for year-round training — especially during UAE summer months when outdoor cricket is difficult.

Does Desert Cubs offer cricket summer camps in Dubai?

Yes. Desert Cubs runs cricket summer camps at Baseline Sports Academy and selected partner centres during UAE school holidays. Contact us to register for the next summer camp.

Dubai Festival City, Dubai

Deira Intl. School (DIS)

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About This Centre

Located in Festival City, this centre boasts a natural grass ground and an Astro turf center pitch. Equipped with four side practice nets and modern bowling machines.

Facilities & Equipment

Natural Grass Ground

Astro Center Pitch

4 Side Nets

Bowling Machine

Our Coaching Team

All our coaches hold internationally recognised qualifications and bring years of playing and coaching experience.

Hashan Wickrama Silva

DIS Centre In-Charge / Senior Cricket Coach

ICC Global Level 2

Winning Coach - ECB U16 National Academy League
First Aid Certified

13+ years coaching

Shahzada Saleem (Qasim)

Senior Cricket Coach

ACC Level 3

ECB Coach - U13, U16 & U19 Development Squads
Head Coach - Al Ain Cricket Club (2014-2022)
Fielding Coach - UAE U19 Team (World Cup 2018)
Assistant Coach - UAE National Team (World Cup 2015)
First Aid Certified

30+ years coaching

Lasantha Balasuriya

Cricket Coach

ICC Global Level 2

First Aid Certified

14+ years coaching

Priyantha Ganegoda

Senior Cricket Coach

ICC Global Level 1

First Aid Certified

14+ years coaching

Pasindu Dayananda

Cricket Coach

Sri Lanka Cricket Level 1

First Aid Certified

8+ years coaching

Junior Cricket Training in Dubai Festival City, Dubai

Desert Cubs Deira Intl. School (DIS) provides structured cricket coaching programs for junior players in Dubai Festival City, Dubai. Our experienced academy team offers age-appropriate training covering batting, bowling, fielding, and cricket strategy.

Players at this centre compete in our 10-tournament season calendar including the DC Premier League, DC Super League and ECB National Academy League. In addition, they get access to international cricket tours.

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Qualified team available for guidance

Age-group pathways available

Year-round enrollment

ICC/ACC qualified coaches

First aid certified