FAQs
Frequently asked questions.
Everything you need to know about training with IKAIKA.

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- Getting started4 questions
- Your coach4 questions
- Sessions & progress4 questions
- Booking & payment4 questions
- Locations & availability2 questions
Getting started
How do I find the right coach?
Choose your discipline, location and preferences to explore IKAIKA coaches that suit your needs. Each profile includes the coach's expertise, qualifications, session options and availability.
Which disciplines are available?
IKAIKA currently offers Swimming and Pilates, with more disciplines to come.
Can I book for my child?
Yes. Create a child profile under your account and select it when booking so the coach knows who the session is for.
Can I book for more than one family member?
You can add a profile for each of your children and choose who a session is for when you book. Another adult needs their own IKAIKA account, so their bookings and progress stay under their own profile.
Your coach
How are IKAIKA coaches vetted?
Every coach goes through IKAIKA's review process before their profile is approved. This includes verification of identity, relevant coaching qualifications and applicable professional documentation.
Learn more about Our Coaching StandardsCan I choose my own coach?
Yes. You can explore available coaches and choose based on your discipline, goals, location and preferences.
Can I choose a female coach?
Yes, where available. Use the female-coach filter when exploring coaches.
What if a coach isn't the right fit for me?
You can choose another IKAIKA coach for your next booking. Finding the right coaching relationship is an important part of building consistent progress.
Sessions & progress
Why is my first session an assessment?
Your first session helps the coach understand your current level, goals and needs before recommending the right way forward.
Where do sessions take place?
Depending on the coach and discipline, sessions may take place at your home, residential community, the coach's venue or an IKAIKA partner venue. Available locations are shown on each coach's profile.
How long is each session?
Sessions are 60 minutes. The session time is shown on the coach's profile and again before you confirm your booking.
Can I train at home?
Yes, where the selected coach and discipline support home-based sessions. Available training locations are shown on the coach's profile.
Booking & payment
How do I book a session?
Choose your discipline, select your coach and available session, then complete your booking through IKAIKA.
How do I pay?
Payment is completed securely through IKAIKA when confirming your booking.
How do I cancel or reschedule?
Open your booking through My Account and select the available cancellation or rescheduling option.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel more than 24 hours before your session to receive a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are subject to IKAIKA's cancellation policy.
Locations & availability
Where is IKAIKA available?
IKAIKA currently operates across Dubai.
How do I know if a coach is available in my area?
Select your location when exploring coaches to see the available options for your area.