Olympic games practical sport guide - activities

Handball at the Paris 2024 Olympics: Where to practice and train? Clubs in Paris

Handball is one of the team sports we'll have the pleasure of seeing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. If the excitement of the Olympics makes you want to practice this sport, we reveal the clubs to play Handball in Paris.

Marathon pour tous: our analysis of the race route from Paris to the Château de Versailles

Among long-distance running enthusiasts, there's one bib that's been catching everyone's eye for the past few years: that of the Marathon pour Tous, the very first to offer amateurs like you and me the chance to run on the Olympic circuit. To get to the bottom of this legendary race, however, a little course analysis is in order.

Where to play volleyball in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Discover the best volleyball clubs in Paris for all levels, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned competitor. Our comprehensive guide will help you find the ideal club to play volleyball in Paris, with options ranging from leisure to competition, in the different arrondissements of Paris.

Olympics 2024: where to train in Paris and the Île-de-France region, and where to play 7-a-side rugby?

A little less famous than rugby à quinze, rugby à sept is gaining in popularity, especially since it was added to the program of competitive disciplines at the Olympic Games. Nevertheless, where to train (on your own or with a coach) in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.

Where to play ping-pong or table tennis outdoors in Paris?

Are you a table tennis fan? Good news, in Paris, many spots are equipped with self-service ping-pong tables. Pack your rackets and balls, and we'll tell you where to find them!

Where to skate and rollerblade in Paris?

Looking for the best skateparks and rollerparks in Paris? Hold on to your wheels, here are some of the capital's best spots for skateboarding and/or rollerblading in Paris!

Canoeing and kayaking: clubs and spots to paddle on the rivers of Paris and the Île-de-France region

Feel like an adventurer? Why not try your hand at canoeing on the rivers that flow through the Île-de-France region! So, are you ready to paddle just a stone's throw from Paris?

Horse-riding: where to practice equestrian sports in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Do you dream of discovering horse riding in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Let yourself be seduced by this ancient discipline, combining sport, passion and communion with nature. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned rider, the Paris region is home to numerous equestrian clubs where you can experience memorable moments on horseback.

Beach volleyball: where can you learn and practice this ball sport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Does beach volleyball in Paris and the Ile-de-France sound strange? Well, it's possible (but not necessarily all year round)! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, clubs affiliated to the French Beach Volleyball Federation offer training sessions, free games and tournaments in emblematic locations. Immerse yourself in the world of this sport and its history, and discover the best places to start or perfect your game in Paris and the Paris region!

Where can you practice gymnastics in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Attention gymnastics fans! If you're looking to get back into the swing of things, or if you're looking for a change from your usual sport, we've put together a (hopefully comprehensive) list of clubs where you can indulge your new sporting passion. Whether you choose to practice trampoline, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics, pommel horse, tumbling, rings, fixed bars, uneven bars or parallel bars, there's bound to be a center to suit you!

Field field hockey: Where can you learn and practice this sport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Want to get hands-on with field field hockey? Find out where you can learn and play this sport in Paris and the surrounding region!

Weightlifting: Where can you learn and practice this sport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Do you want to go beyond your limits and compete with the best? Here are the clubs, companies and gyms where you can learn and practice weightlifting in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.

Rowing: Where can you learn and practice this sport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Want to take up rowing on the Seine, Oise or Marne rivers in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Find out more about the associations, clubs, clubs and societies you can get in touch with to start rowing!

Where to learn and practice BMX racing in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Very popular with the younger generation, BMX is an acrobatic and very impressive cycling sport, requiring a great deal of technique, both in its racing and freestyle versions. There are a number of clubs in the Paris region with tracks where you can try out the discipline!

Where can you practice water polo, artistic swimming and diving in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

While swimming remains the leading discipline in all water sports, water polo, artistic swimming and diving are also popular. Where can you train in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Swimming: where to practice and train for aquatic sports in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Most often, it's a sport you discover as a child, or in PE lessons at school: swimming is the sport practiced by everyone and for everyone, with courses ranging from baby swimmers to seniors.

Golf: clubs and courses in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Sport, relaxation, good weather: golf has many advantages! If you too would like to improve your swing, take a look at these addresses around Paris.

Where can you play badminton in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Discover the joys of badminton, the "tennis of the sky", a fast-growing sport in Paris! Combining physical training and concentration, badminton is becoming increasingly popular with Parisians. From the sport's rich heritage to its current popularity in the Paris region, delve into the world of badminton and find out where you can hone your skills in FFBaD-affiliated clubs!

Athletics and marathons: where can you practice these sports in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Athletics and running in general are a blend of many disciplines, requiring endurance, strength and great physical fitness in order to succeed in each of the competitive events (amateur or professional). Discus throw, hurdles or marathon: find out where you can practice these different disciplines in Paris and the Paris region!

Triathlon: where to learn and practice this sport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Combining three sporting disciplines in one, triathlon requires endurance and a mastery of cycling, swimming and running: find out where to train and practice triathlon at clubs in Paris and the surrounding area!