Decibel, the brand-new dance studio and club a stone's throw from Beaubourg

As soon as you descend the stairs to the classrooms, you're immediately immersed in the atmosphere: flashy neon, motivational phrases writ large on the walls, subdued lighting... And that's what this gym is all about, offering a concept that's rarely seen in this sector: sports classes in complete darkness (don't worry, you can see just enough), to help you let go.

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On the program? 45 minutes of sport, or rather, dance workout, a skilful blend of muscle-strengthening to work the abs and buttocks to playlists by Beyoncé, Rihanna, Jason Derulo, Shakira..., cardio and dance movements. If you want to let off steam, relieve the pressure after a long day or, on the contrary, wake up to music and dance in the morning, this is the class to try out, especially as you can take sessions individually or on a subscription basis. If you're looking for a highly intensive session (like HIIT, for example) or a session focused on muscle strengthening (like thigh-body-buttock classes), you're better off in a more traditional gym: dance workout will get you moving and sweating, while combining the two essentials of a sports session: cardio and renfo.

Decibel is the 4-star gym for those who just don't want a traditional gym anymore. Here, customer comfort is paramount: in the showers, you'll find all the beauty products you need - shampoo, conditioner, cream, shower gel - as well as make-up remover pads, hairdryers and a straightener. Towels are included in the price of the session, and that's part of the Decibel concept: whether you simply arrive with your workout gear (and a change of clothes if you're off to the office), the rest is already there.