🏋️  Zone 1: Cardio & Resistance Equipment

☐  Wipe all touch surfaces with hospital-grade disinfectant: handles, screens, buttons, heart-rate sensors, armrests and seat adjusters

☐  Clean undersides and base frames of all equipment — dust, sweat and hair accumulate heavily in these overlooked areas

☐  Inspect and clean all cable pulleys, weight stack pins and guide rods — lubricate with manufacturer-approved lubricant

☐  Remove and clean all upholstered pads and seats: check for tears, mould spots and delamination — replace if needed

☐  Degrease all treadmill belts and decks — check tension and alignment per manufacturer specification

☐  Clean inside elliptical and bike flywheel covers — dust buildup causes overheating and premature bearing failure

☐  Wipe all rubber feet and anti-vibration pads — replace cracked or compressed pads

☐  Test and document all equipment — note any unusual noises, resistance issues or display faults for maintenance team

☐  Check and tighten all visible bolts and fasteners on weight racks, benches and cable machines

🪃  Zone 2: Free Weights & Stretching Area

☐  Dumbbell deep clean — wipe each dumbbell individually with disinfectant, including the neck and collar area

☐  Barbell and plate cleaning — degrease all bars, clean knurling with a stiff brush, wipe all weight plates front, back and edges

☐  Kettlebell and medicine ball wipe-down — check handles for cracks, chips or sharp edges

☐  Foam roller and stretching equipment disinfection — foam items absorb sweat and should be replaced if saturated or cracked

☐  Mirror and glass cleaning — use streak-free glass cleaner on all floor-to-ceiling mirrors and partition glass

☐  Pull-up bar and rig deep clean — disinfect all grip surfaces, check structural fixings into ceiling/wall

☐  Resistance bands inspection — discard any bands showing cracking, discolouration or loss of elasticity

☐  Mat cleaning — gym mats should be wiped with diluted disinfectant, rinsed and allowed to dry fully before returning to use

🏃  Zone 3: Rubber Flooring

☐  Full vacuum and blow-out: remove all equipment temporarily and vacuum the entire floor surface including under equipment feet

☐  Deep scrub with alkaline floor cleaner — use a rotary scrubber machine where possible for large areas

☐  Pay particular attention to seam lines and interlocking tile joints — these harbour bacteria and mould

☐  Rinse thoroughly with clean water — any detergent residue left in porous rubber causes long-term odour

☐  Inspect all seams and edges for lifting, gaps or damage — re-bond with appropriate adhesive where needed

☐  Check floor-to-wall junction strips and coves — replace any cracked or detached cove moulding

☐  Apply rubber floor conditioner or protector if specified by the flooring manufacturer

☐  Allow floor to dry completely before returning equipment — minimum 4 hours, ideally overnight

☐  Document any areas of significant wear, cracking or delamination for replacement planning

🚿  Zone 4: Locker Rooms, Showers & Changing Areas

☐  Deep scrub all shower tiles with appropriate tile cleaner — use citric acid descaler on ceramic/porcelain, pH-neutral on natural stone

☐  Descale all shower heads, taps and fixtures — limescale buildup in UAE is severe; dismantle shower heads and soak if needed

☐  Degrease and disinfect all floor drains — remove drain covers, clean the trap, treat with enzyme drain cleaner

☐  Scrub grout lines with a stiff brush and specialist grout cleaner — re-grout any crumbling or heavily stained lines

☐  Disinfect all lockers inside and out — check hinges, locks and ventilation holes for damage

☐  Deep clean toilet bowls, cisterns, seats and surrounding wall tiles with commercial-grade disinfectant

☐  Clean and polish all mirrors, vanity surfaces and sinks — descale tap fittings and overflow outlets

☐  Inspect and clean extractor fans — dust-blocked fans in UAE shower rooms lead to mould growth within weeks

☐  Check caulk and sealant around shower trays, baths and wet areas — remove and replace any blackened or failing sealant

☐  Sanitise all benches, hooks and shelf units — check for stability and tighten all wall fixings

❄️  Zone 5: HVAC, Air Handling & Ventilation

☐  Replace or professionally deep-clean all air handling unit filters — in Dubai gyms, filters should be replaced every 3 months minimum

☐  Clean all supply and return air grilles and diffusers — remove covers and wipe or soak to remove dust and grease buildup

☐  Inspect all ductwork access points for visible mould, dust accumulation or pest activity

☐  Clean all split AC indoor units — coil cleaning, drain pan cleaning and antibacterial coil treatment

☐  Check and clean condensate drain lines — blocked drains cause water damage to ceilings and walls

☐  Have HVAC system professionally sanitised with fogging treatment if mould or odour is detected

☐  Inspect and test all bathroom exhaust fans — ensure adequate CFM extraction for the room volume

☐  Check CO2 and air quality readings during peak usage — overcrowded gyms with poor ventilation breach DM health codes

☐  Document all filter replacements and HVAC service work — required for Dubai Municipality inspections

🧴  Zone 6: Reception, Studio & Common Areas

☐  Deep clean all reception desk surfaces, computer equipment (use appropriate IT cleaning products) and seating

☐  Clean and disinfect all group exercise studio flooring — wood or sprung floors require specific cleaner, not bleach

☐  Wipe all studio mirrors, barres and wall-mounted equipment

☐  Clean all storage cubbies, yoga mat racks, and equipment storage areas

☐  Disinfect water refill stations and coolers — descale nozzles and clean drip trays

☐  Clean all interior glass partitions, entrance doors and automatic door sensors

☐  Degrease kitchen or staff room if present — clean microwave, fridge, sink and surfaces

☐  Check and clean all emergency exit signage, fire extinguisher brackets and first aid boxes

☐  Wipe down all wall-mounted screens, sound systems and speaker grilles

🔌  Zone 7: Electrical, Lighting & Infrastructure

☐  Wipe all light fittings and diffusers — dust on gym lighting significantly reduces luminosity over time

☐  Clean all power outlets, socket plates and cable management trunking

☐  Inspect all rubber floor cable guards and cable trunking — replace cracked or flattened guards

☐  Test all emergency lighting and exit lighting — document test results

☐  Check and clean all CCTV cameras — dust on lenses renders footage unusable

☐  Inspect condition of all gym signage, safety notices and equipment instruction cards — replace faded or damaged items

☐  Check all wall anchors and fixing points for wall-mounted equipment — torque test if access permits