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UFC fans get a staggering staycation deal

There will be training sessions with MMA coaches and UFC stars

Are you a fan of mixed martial arts? Want to gain unparalleled insight into the sport? There is a two-day Escape and Evolve staycation event taking place during Abu Dhabi Showdown week that you definitely don’t want to miss.

The whole city has been buzzing about Abu Dhabi Showdown week for months now, ever since we learned we’d be able to attend the fight in person.

Now you can take your knowledge of the sport to the next level with a staycation that includes time and training with an MMA coach and UFC stars.

The showdown week will culminate in much-anticipated UFC 267: Blachowicz vs Teixeira at Etihad Arena on Saturday October 30. Click here to learn all about the fight, including where to get your tickets.

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Wondering what you’ll get in the staycation package?

For the most dedicated fans, Escape and Evolve is offering a series of MMA-based workshops, hybrid training, striking and combat conditioning led by renowned MMA coach Firas Zahabi. It will feature UFC talents such as Mounir “The Sniper” Lazzez, UAE-based Tunisian mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC’s welterweight division. The training sessions will be complemented by Q&A sessions and workshops with the stars.

You will also be able to register to attend Abu Dhabi Showdown Week activities including the UFC 267 press conference at Etihad Arena on Thursday October 28, the official UFC weigh-in at Etihad Arena on Friday October 29 and the headline UFC 267 on Saturday October 30.

Bronze packages start at Dhs2,200 and include tickets to UFC 267, an overnight stay at the W Abu Dhabi, breakfast and lunch, four training sessions by Tristar Gym and coach Firas and two workshops focusing on mindset and recovery, plus merchandise.

Dhs2,200. Oct 28-30. Etihad Arena, Yas Island, etihadarena.ae.

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