RU Active Dubai centres combine expert sports medicine, specialist podiatry, and advanced rehabilitation under one roof—delivering a truly integrated approach to injury and performance.
Manual Therapy
Custom Insoles
Postural Correction
Physiotherapy
Osteopathy
Podiatry
We will measure, assess and scan your body to be able to help you with a treatment plan.
Our specialists will assess your pain, determine the most appropriate treatment plan and help you with your recovery.
Soft-tissue release, joint mobilisation and hands-on techniques to restore mobility, reduce pain and get you back to your sport.
Non-invasive treatment that delivers high-energy acoustic waves to injured soft tissue and bones.
An advanced system of physical performance and strength assessments that uses high-tech equipment to accurately measure muscle force, power and movement quality.
Diagnosis and management of post-op rehab by experienced practitioners trained in elite athletic care.
Physio, osteopathy and podiatry sharing notes — your treatment isn't limited by one lens.
If you don't need our help, we'll say so. If you need someone else, we'll refer you.
You'll leave each session understanding what's happening and why we're treating it that way.
Treatment plans designed to make you stronger and more independent over time.
Dr. Kate Jordan is a UK-trained Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant, and is on the GMC specialist register having completed higher training in Sports Medicine. She is the current Chief Medical Officer for British Olympic Swimming and Diving and travels with the teams throughout the year. Kate has extensive elite sports experience and Paris 2024 will be her fourth Olympic Games having previously worked as a Team Doctor for the British Olympic Team in Tokyo 2021 and Rio 2016 (covering a variety of sports including Athletics, Triathlon, Gymnastics, Swimming and Diving) and in Athletics at London 2012 as a Field of Play Doctor. In addition to the roles above, Kate currently works for World Rugby as a Tournament Doctor and a Medical Educator, and for UK Anti-Doping. She has previously worked with Scottish Rugby and Football and at the Scottish Institute of Sport.
Kate has a special interest in complex sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain, as well as in tendon injury, concussion, fatigue in athletes, overtraining syndrome and female athlete health. She is trained in musculoskeletal ultrasound and completes a variety of ultrasound guided injections in clinic. Kate believes in the importance of listening to her patients to understand their story and allow an accurate diagnosis to be made. She practises evidence based medicine, sharing decision making and forming individualised treatment plans with her patients to ensure the best outcomes.
In her spare time, Kate loves to be active and get outside as much as she can with her husband and their 3 boys. Kate competed internationally for Great Britain as a swimmer in her teens and enjoys challenging herself in training, most days she can be found in the early hours before the rest of her house is awake running on the beach track or heading for a sea swim.
Dr. Robert Kempers is a consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine with over 15 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions and guiding athletes and active individuals toward better movement and long-term recovery. He specialises in issues ranging from neck, shoulder, and back pain to hip, knee, and foot problems, always working with the body’s natural capacity to heal through movement.
With academic backgrounds in both Biomedical Health Science and Physical Therapy, Robert has a deep understanding of the mechanics of human movement. As a former elite triathlete, he brings firsthand insight into endurance sport, training loads, and recovery. His philosophy is simple: exercise is medicine, and the key to recovery often lies in restoring natural movement patterns, not suppressing them.
Robert has over 15 years of experience in elite cycling as a team doctor. He served as Chief Medical Officer for the Dutch National Cycling Federation until the end of 2023, supporting athletes at three Olympic Games (London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2021), as well as the European Games in Baku and Minsk. He was also medical coordinator for Team Jumbo-Visma Women until early 2023. Since 2024, he has joined the INEOS Grenadiers professional cycling team as a Sports Medicine Doctor.
Alongside clinical work, Robert is involved in ongoing research on bone health and energy availability in young and elite cyclists, with a focus on relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). He continues to champion evidence-based practice in athlete health and sustainable performance.
Outside of work, you’ll find Robert on a bike, out for a run, or enjoying the outdoors—living the same active lifestyle he encourages in others.
Craig is a Sports Podiatrist with over 25 years experience in Australia and the Middle East.
Craig has worked with athletes of all levels and ages and was fortunate to work directly with elite Australian Rules football players, national and international level basketball players and top ranked tennis players. He also developed a strong reputation with elite distance runners and triathletes.
He worked on site at the Australian Tennis Open and was Podiatry Director at the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games.
His clinical work allowed him to introduce a fully digital workflow incorporating 3D laser scanning, fully digital design, and locally 3D-printed foot orthoses—still maintaining 100% design control. The ability to produce specific custom orthoses in a short period led to him working again with visiting elite international athletes, as well as with a wide range of local athletes of all ages and levels from the burgeoning recreational community.
Working at RU Active is an opportunity to concentrate on what he enjoys most- helping patients as part of a high quality Sports and Exercise Medicine team.
Away from the clinic, he is a keen cyclist and can often be seen on the track at Al Qudra on the weekend. He is an occasional runner and was a Surf Lifesaver in a previous life. He enjoys family time with his wife and 2 teenagers, likes to BBQ, tell Dad jokes and look after his lawn!
Ciara graduated with a degree in Sports Rehabilitation followed by a master’s in Physiotherapy from the University of Southampton. She has nearly 15 years’ experience working in both the private and public sector in Ireland, the UK and UAE.
Ciara has continued to develop her postgraduate study and is skilled in Sports rehabilitation, pre and postoperative rehabilitation, Injury prevention, Manual therapy, Dry needling, and Clinical Pilates (mat & reformer). Ciara is passionate about running and loves to share the years of experience she has gained dealing with both amateur and elite runners and triathletes. Her approachable and empathetic nature allows her to work well with both acute and chronic pain allowing her patients to understand the root cause and empowering them to overcome their injuries.
Janice qualified as a physiotherapist in South Africa in 2014. Before that she completed a Bachelor of Science with Psychology. After completing her community service year, she moved into private practice and completed her post graduate degree in Orthopeadic Manipulation Therapy in 2017.
In 2019, Janice moved to Dubai and has been treating a wide range of sporting injuries, post operative cases as well as chronic pain in patients. She believes in treating each patient individually with a holistic approach using good communication skills witha caring and enthusiastic nature. As well as a structured treatment plan to ensure each individual's goals are achieved. She herself, finds exercise can be the best medicine and believes everyone can benefit from it, at any level or form. From her personal experience, returning to exercise after an injury, surgery or even after having children can be hard but with a solid treatment/exercise plan, consistency and determination topped off with some positivity, your goals can be achieved.
João is a Portuguese physiotherapist specialised in managing musculoskeletal issues and sports injuries. His journey includes being a key member of the Medical Department for the major Portuguese rugby team CDUL, where he served as Head Physiotherapist from 2016 to 2019. His expertise includes manual therapy techniques, postural re-education with Methode Busquet, Mulligan, dry needling, and various movement-based and strength solutions.
During his 5 years of experience in Dubai, João aimed his studies and practice at developing and creating personalized rehabilitation plans that focus on long-lasting results tailored to each individual's needs. His approach not only addresses injuries but also prioritizes preventive measures and performance enhancement, catering to both athletes and those dealing with chronic pain. With a commitment to improving health and performance, Joao encourages an active and effective therapeutic journey for each person he works with.
Outside of the clinic, you can find João training for his upcoming endurance events, recharging with a nice sunbath, and treating himself with a scoop (or plenty) of ice cream.
Naomi graduated with distinction from the British School of Osteopathy in 2006 and has since gained extensive experience in leading private practices and sports injury clinics across London and Dubai. She moved to Dubai in 2009 and is now the proud mother of three children.
With a strong focus on both the prevention and treatment of injury, Naomi is dedicated to uncovering the root cause of each patient’s condition through thorough assessment and a holistic, patient-centred approach. She works collaboratively with her patients and other practitioners to restore health, optimise function, and enhance overall wellbeing. Her treatments are tailored to each individual, using a combination of soft tissue release, joint mobilisation and manipulation, and cranial osteopathy.
Naomi has a particular clinical interest in the treatment of headaches, neck pain, temporomandibular (TMJ) dysfunction, and spinal pain. She treats a diverse patient base, from newborns to professional athletes, and brings a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to every case.
Outside of practice, Naomi is a keen open water swimmer—an activity that reflects her belief in the healing power of movement, nature, and balance.
Physiotherapy tends to focus on specific injuries with progressive loading and exercise; osteopathy takes a more whole-body, structural view, often using gentle hands-on techniques to restore mobility. We frequently use both depending on the case.
No referral needed. Physiotherapy, osteopathy and podiatry are all primary-contact services in the UAE — you can book directly with us.
Yes — we work with most major UAE insurance providers. Coverage varies by plan and discipline; we recommend checking your benefits with your insurer or our reception team before your first visit.
Initial consultations are 60 minutes to allow for thorough assessment and treatment. Follow-ups are typically 30–45 minutes. Custom orthotics fitting takes a separate dedicated appointment.
We start with a comprehensive biomechanical assessment — gait analysis, foot scan, and clinical examination. The insoles are then fabricated to your specific measurements and prescription, and fitted at a follow-up appointment.
Absolutely — and many patients do. Our team coordinates between physiotherapy, osteopathy, and podiatry so your treatment is connected, not fragmented.
Comfortable clothing you can move easily in — shorts or leggings are ideal. For podiatry appointments, please bring the shoes you wear most often, including any sports shoes if relevant.
