Sports and leisure activities Sarthe

The ranch welcomes you for equestrian activities on the edge of the Bercé national forest, not far from the Loir valley. Over more than 30 hectares, come and immerse yourself in the equestrian world of American horses and western riding. In this magical setting, you'll be able to take western riding lessons for all ages and levels, as well as enjoy beautiful rides and hikes in the forest over one or more days (with picnic and accommodation). It's enough to make young and old feel like a real cowboy!

Want to draw, paint, burn, carve, illustrate? The Arts and Colors workshop welcomes small and large, beginners or not. All equipment is provided to you. Schedules are free from Tuesday to Saturday. The principle? You come whenever you want (after booking) and there will always be a teacher for you. The trial course is free of charge. Annual membership: € 25 for children, 30 € for adults.

" I would have liked to be an artist! " The desire to propel itself on a scene: It is possible to register for a season - from October to June - or for a dance internship (hip-hop, Zumba, Classic, modern'jazz, tap), musicals, theatre or song. Stage Quay is a music hall institute, and for many years, many professionals have trained in this renowned school. You can admire them by passing the year-end show or the creation of La Flambée. The spirit of the house: " Come and take your pleasure seriously! '»»»»

This association of professional actors was born in 1999 at the initiative of Sisters Garnier and David Duchemin. In addition to their professional performances, they offer workshops for children, adolescents and adults. The aim is to develop the pleasure of playing and mastering the different stage techniques. At the end of the year, each workshop presents a show to practice lessons and reflexes acquired during the year. Finally, we tell you immediately, a good actor, it is 75% of work and 25% of talent…

In the city centre, this 100 m ² workshop on the second floor offers courses for children and adults during the year and courses during school holidays. Here we learn to draw, paint or shape, but also to confirm its bases for the most seasoned. We do oil painting or watercolour, we learn the technique of pastel. We practice and develop its creative fiber in complete freedom. One Sunday a month, from 14 a. m. to 16 p. m., Maricke Fleury, who made the Fine Arts at Le Mans and Paris, offers a picture of the situation in the streets or gardens of the city (15 €/person). And once in the year, for a weekend, direction Brittany for a walk - sketch (200 €/person, accommodation and meals included).

Billiards brings a certain balance. It's a great way to improve concentration and manage stress. A school for life! You need to be anchored in the present, in the gesture of the moment, and think about the next steps, prepare for the next shots. Think far ahead, act now, a learning process that is beneficial in many situations. Based at the Cité Marcel Marceau, the Le Mans school is open to all. Lessons are given by members on a voluntary basis. There are always players available to give advice or lessons.

Charles and Catherine Guillot are sheep farmers and actively participate in the propagation of wool. They're the perfect place to discover the life of the sheep. Captivant for children and their parents. Organic products are also sold on site: lamb meat, goat bowl and a few dishes to take… Read: from late April to November, they regularly organise wool duvets. There is also the possibility to sleep in the two guest rooms. One of the rooms is a family suite for 5 to 6 people. The night with breakfast from 45 €.

Classes run from September to June each year, every week outside school vacations. Founded in 1998, the school is aimed at children (aged three and over) and adults (no age limit) alike. For intrepid thrill-seekers, the members of the Chien de cirque company offer a range of acrobatic disciplines (trampoline, litter) and aerial disciplines (trapeze). If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, try juggling with Chinese plates, clubs or balls. Finally, an impressive discipline is balancing on stilts or balls. Workshops are also organized for specific audiences: schoolchildren, disabled people, day-care centers... as well as courses for the general public during the school vacations. Every year, the students give their all during the three-day "Le Mans fait son cirque" festival.

Get a good dose of adrenalin on Europe's largest karting complex. This three-track international circuit is dedicated to competition, with 1,172 meters of legend. Since 2013, it has hosted the 24 Hours of Karting, as well as amateur events such as the Open Kart. Budding drivers and enthusiasts can follow in the footsteps of the greatest champions (Senna, Schumacher, Truli...) with one of the 45 sodi GT2 270 cc 4-stroke karts. The more adventurous will opt for one of the 70 390 cc karts, or one of the 55 sodi GT 270 cc karts. Who hasn't wanted to hear the engine roar and burn up the asphalt? Even the youngest can try their hand (from age 7) on one of the 20 young driver criterium vehicles or on a mini-kart. Those who simply want to rent a kart to practice on their own, or to relax with family, colleagues or friends, are more than welcome. For the less experienced, there are driving simulators.

This is one of the three courses of the department to be certified Fishing in Sarthe. Like the other two, this label means that it is easy to access, that there is at least one boarding dock, a disabled fishing station, a information panel. The journey is very extensive and accessible - 1,50 m easement on every shore - making Vaas one of the most beautiful fishing sites in Sarthe. Downstream of the village, a bilge is the starting point for descending the Loir over 4,50 km. Upstream, the tour of the Sparrow Dam at the bridge of Vaas keeps the attention. At the end of the line, white fish and predators, carp, even at night - upstream only. Contact: AAPPMA de Vaas - Chair: Thierry Nallet: [email protected].

This 14-hectare lake is a popular summer destination. An area is reserved for swimming, and it's possible to sail on a dinghy, canoe, kayak, windsurfer or paddleboard, as well as dive. Fishing is permitted on the banks. There are also multi-sports fields, sand games, a skatepark, fitness trail, archery range, orienteering course and children's playground. La Gèmerie is the starting point for jogging, hiking and mountain-biking trails.

This base welcomes you in a green setting bordered by the river. The site offers a wide range of activities for relaxation, sport and fun. Our sports instructors are on hand to help you. On site: children's games, canoe and kayak hire, pedal boats, paddle surfing, water karting, electric bike and mountain bike hire. There are also tennis courts, a skate park, a fitness trail and supervised swimming in summer.

At the gateway to Le Mans, the rural setting of La Bazoge invites you to take a stroll. A welcome outdoor activity for the whole family. Numerous signposted hiking trails criss-cross the Bazoge area. Discover Bazoge's urban heritage before taking to the trails through fields and woods. There are two starting points, one at the Claude Fortin sports center parking lot, the other at the Plan d'Eau de Beaumanoir parking lot. A loop that passes through the Bazoge forest and the Mortier ponds.

Step through the doors of Wake Paradise in Spay and you'll be transported to a veritable tropical paradise. This not-to-be-missed spot just outside Le Mans offers an idyllic setting worthy of your finest vacation photos. Come and enjoy waterskiing, a meal by the water, sunbathing in the shade of the palm trees or a drink at an after-work party. With its beach games and exotic atmosphere, Wake Paradise is the ideal place to escape to a nearby corner of paradise.

The leisure Base of Mansigné, with a total area of 60 hectares, welcomes tourists for a relaxing holiday. It is located in the heart of the Loir Valley, only 30 km from Le Mans and the famous 24 Hour Circuit. Tours and Angers are about km away. The 3-star campsite, just a few steps away, allows for tent stays, bungalow, caravan or mobile home. The chalet village is ideal for a comfortable holiday in a fully equipped bed with a view of the lake and heated private swimming pool. The leisure grounds offer bathing or fishing days, water or sports activities around its 30 hectare lake. There are also a picnic area.