Mineral-filled football turf pitches for Dubai School Al Khawaneej in UAE
To encourage physical activity among students, Dubai School Al Khawaneej, an international school in Dubai built by Al Turath Al Aseel, invested in modern sports facilities. Act Sports supplied a sand-dressed turf system for a full-size football pitch and an additional five-a-side pitch. The installation was completed by our trusted partner, Raymond Sport.
A matter of the right infill
When the board of Dubai School Al Khawaneej was planning their new sports fields, they outlined three main requirements. The first two focused on the turf itself: it had to provide a safe and comfortable playing surface while maintaining a natural and pristine appearance at all times.
The third and most specific requirement was the use of mineral infill instead of rubber granular infill. Rubber granules can emit a strong odor in the UAE heat and tend to stick to players' skin, causing discomfort and mess in other areas such as the locker rooms or cafeteria.
A long-standing partnership
For the construction of the new pitches, Dubai School Al Khawaneej teamed up with Raymond Sport, one of the Emirates' leading sports surface installers with over 30 years of experience. This partnership brought Act Sports into the project. Since 2007, Act Sports and Raymond Sport have collaborated extensively in the UAE, delivering top-tier sports fields known for their quality and performance.
"Act Sports was the perfect partner for this project. Their turf systems, produced in European facilities, are arguably best-in-class, with proven performance, safety, and durability."
A high-performance, mineral-filled pitch
Both pitches were completed in the summer of 2024. The turf system features a 32mm customized, straight duo-shaped monofilament yarn combined with a texturized yarn for a natural appearance. Installed on a prefabricated shock pad and dressed with silica sand, the system completely eliminates the need for rubber infill. With this state-of-the-art sports infrastructure, Dubai School Al Khawaneej is now well-equipped to inspire students to stay active and promote a healthy mind in a healthy body.