Sports and leisure activities France

Please note that this church has closed its Lanterne Street location in 2019, but activities or events may still take place at other venues.

This recently opened establishment may not stand out at first glance, but it's already a mecca for the gaming world. More than just a store, it's a play complex that includes a restaurant and a gaming bar. To reach the cashier, you have to cross two rows of huge shelves filled with boxes: hours of entertainment ahead. The catering area features large tables for 60 or so guests, who can choose from the 700 freely accessible games listed online. A convivial rendezvous.

With more than 300 km of trails, the Cantalien massif is a huge playground for hikers. Walks in the heart of the mountains will make you discover grandiose landscapes. Like the GR 4, you can go for several days. Caution must be exercised. Despite its reputation as a "cow mountain", it requires the respect of some basic safety rules: adapted equipment, knowledge of the weather... Do not hesitate to contact the departmental hiking committee or local associations.

At the Jardin des neiges de la Prairie des Sagnes, the PiouPiou club is ideal for a first approach to skiing, in complete safety, in a protected and equipped area (snow line, conveyor belt, educational modules, etc.). The instructors are state-qualified. ESF test every Friday: at the end of a week of lessons, the young skiers leave with their first badge and stars in their eyes. The PiouPiou mascot hands out the awards herself. So, the little skiers are on the right track to becoming real champions.

In the heart of Barneville-Carteret, the Parc des Douits is a privileged space, both sunny and shady. The mini-golf at the Parc des Douits has become a traditional meeting place. For more than twenty years, young and old have come to learn how to use the club: in the shade of the pines, the playful and hilly course will make you spend a pleasant moment. The more sporty ones will also be able to take a few more strides and find four tennis courts nearby.

Young and adults swimming lessons, small supervisors (3 to 5 years), sports swimming clubs, gym, diving, swimming, swimming with palm trees… Andernos offers us only a local swimming pool, but more! It is covered, heated and above all has a sea water pool! We think this is true, especially since it has a glass bay that directly overlooks the Arcachon basin. Tested and approved by a comfortable Petit Smart to find seawater in the heart of winter. What priesthood this profession! The swimming pool therefore welcomes you every time, summer and winter.

After a half-hour walk, you will be able to see the Roc du Cornillon which overlooks the Lac du Bourget. At the top, there is a small platform, a wooden belvedere, which will allow you to appreciate the whole lake and the mountains which surround it. The most courageous will launch themselves to the assault of the wall, equipped with metallic equipment. This via ferrata has no particular difficulty from a technical point of view, however it is vertiginous. You can rent the equipment in several stores in Le Bourget-du-Lac.

To play with the words, to write what goes to us here by the head... what Christine Delbove during his writing workshops offers imaginative: "it is only a matter of with pleasure... putting or giving work our imagination". On two to three hours, you can explore the words, to transform them, to tame them, put in your words designed, with the advice Madame. Delbove.

INSTANT NATURE invites you to unforgettable outings through the seasons in Marzy. Come aboard a traditional boat for birdwatching or meet the beavers on the Bec d'Allier. In autumn, enjoy the unique experience of stag bellowing evenings by lantern, or go mushroom-picking in the Bertranges forests. These outings in small groups are the perfect opportunity to discover the local flora and fauna in a warm and intimate atmosphere. A moment of rejuvenation and wonder in the heart of nature guaranteed.

Mr. Colomy, owner of Aventure Plein Air in St Léon, also has a fine canoe base in the village of Montignac, not far from the Lascaux caves. With 3 routes of varying length, from 8 to 20 km, the 7 rives offer the chance to discover several emblematic Périgord Noir villages, Thonac, Saint-Léon and Tursac (and their castles perched on the banks), along the Vézère. Accessible to all, they can be enjoyed solo, in a group or as a family, provided you know how to swim.

Orchestre Jean-Louis Petit is a classical music orchestra located in Paris, at 34 Avenue Bugeaud in the 16th arrondissement. They offer classical orchestral, choral and choir performances.

Between town and ocean, the Vieux-Boucau marine lake is one of the resort's main attractions. Fed by the ocean according to the tides, you can swim, canoe or paddle around its islet. Enjoy the pleasant 4.7 km-long promenade, easily accessible on foot or by bike, from Vieux-Boucau town center or from the Soustons Plage parking lot. A fun trail to discover the marine lake has also recently been laid out.

Golf Friendly aims for practice, development, promotion of golf in a friendly manner, organisation and participation in golfiques events in France and abroad. The association welcomes experienced and beginner golfers. Once a month, it organises outings on golf courses in the Paris region and in the province. And a week's stay abroad once a year, in November. The association has 80 members, including a majority of girls.

LGBT Wrestling Association.

Gay rugby team.

LGBT Tennis Club. CGPIF affiliate. In Paris, it is possible to play on the grounds of the City of Paris. You must have a Paris-Sports card and book a short one in one of the forty-four courses available in Paris at www.paris.fr. To obtain a map, you must write to the Paris City Hall, Directorate of Youth and Sports, BP 4121, 75163 PARIS CEDEX.

LGBT Badminton Association. The three national gay associations AcroBad, SitéBad and Goodminton centralize the entries and information of foreign tournaments at www.parisbad.com.

A very active association, the Gay Moto Club de France aims to bring gay bikers to the table and offer walks throughout the year, to welcome members of all social categories, all trends. All types of motorcycles are represented. The GMC offers a day or more excursion, meets other European gay biker clubs, and organizes evenings. Every year, members of the association celebrate the March des Pride. The GMC is part of the European association GLME and organises regularly European gatherings on our territory.

Rando's Île-de-France is a non-profit association based in Paris, in the garden of the Gare de Reuilly. It brings together gays, lesbians and their friends to share hiking, nature, sports and cultural activities. Members offer activities in a friendly atmosphere. The association's website offers a program of outdoor activities, cultural events and holidays. The hikes are of varying levels of difficulty and take place in different parts of the Île-de-France region. For example, there is an easy hike of 16 to 23 km in Belleville-Ménilmontant, a very easy hike of less than 16 km at the arboretum, and a medium hike of 24 to 31 km in Laon.

Since 1995, Gap has been an association of gays and lesbians (but mostly lesbians) who find themselves around the practice of handball. Training sessions are organized at Le Vau gym (Paris 20 ^th) every Monday evening from to. Many tournaments abroad. You can participate in 2 trainings before joining. Décalage also participates in competitions in France and abroad. They welcome both a team member of France and the beginners.

Association of LGBT bodybuilders.

LGBT volleyball association.

LGBT Swimmers Association.

LGBT Association to surf all levels. Upon registration, a medical certificate must be provided.

We join the valley of Prunelli by the pretty site of Eccica-Suarella. It is from Ocana that the true Corsican mountain begins. The pass of Mercuju is an extraordinary point of view which reveals, from the belvedere at the end of the road, a whole region of uneven reliefs. A little further on, before reaching Tolla, there is a path on the right that leads to the lake. From this point you can reach the Prunelli Gorge along a narrow and winding road.

Departure from the hamlet of Campodonico above Piedicroce, another possible departure from the Prato pass. Altitude: 1,767 m. Difference in height: 900 m from Campodonico, 800 m from the Prato Pass. Duration: 6 hours return. Itinerary: signposted path to the "Caselle de Favalta" hut (1,404 m), on the plateau turn right immediately, go past a spring (be careful, no indication, no visibility on the San-Pedrone), you pass ruins where you find a path that leads to a clearing. At this point, a sign indicates that there is 1 hour left until San-Pedrone.

A wild and soft region at a time, the land is again being maintained and rather green, to narrow roads, to the pretty villages typical, between mountain and countryside, with, here and there, looking up at 180 degrees, towards the Gulf. Below Vico, the Cruzzinu River reaches the Liamone River and a little-known mountainous region. This is a pity because the wild landscapes are varied, green and picturesque and attractive villages. The micro area abounds in the trails of the star-shaped countries around each village, along with walks, orientation tables, fountains, waterfalls, coves, including the Muna. The Cruzzinu Valley: You can access it via the D 125 by passing through Casaglione. We go back to the river U Cruzzinu, coming from Du, to Rezza, a small village buried in the middle of pine trees where you find the information house of the Regional natural park of Corsica in a remarkable building containing a water mill, further away, the three beautiful rural gîtes U Tretorre of Jean-Pierre Giordani and since this year a communal restaurant A Sulana. The D 104 goes to Pastricciola and then Frasseto, and that's where you catch the Mare e Mare Nord trail that joins the GR 20 at the Col d'Oreccia near the Monte d'Oro. Panorama of the Forêt forest. The exit of the valley can be done by the Col de Tartavello and then Vero, to reach the Gravona Valley and the RN 198. The micro area abounds in the trails of the star-shaped countries around each village, along with walks, orientation tables, fountains, waterfalls, coves, including the Calanques. On Rezza, an original orientation circuit that allows you to discover the heritage, the environment, the legends and beliefs that make the valley rich.

Les Haras des Lacs is an equestrian center with riding arenas, a riding school and a jumping ground for regular practice. Horseback riding is a great way to enjoy the Revel region, which is so conducive to relaxing in the open air. That's why Le Futé invites you to offer your children a thirty-minute discovery ride on a pony on a beautiful marked circuit. Guided rides of one to two hours are also available for older children. An immersion in the nature of the St-Ferréol lake area that will seduce the whole family.

Come and have fun on an indoor electric karting circuit installed in a 4,500^m2 complex. An asphalt track of 350 m on which 12 electric karts can evolve at the same time. The karts are designed and developed with a specific technology of their own. Sessions of 10 minutes for adults or children. If you are more of a spectator, you can enjoy the bar-terrace area with a panoramic view of the large car-bike track, or sit in the 80 m² box overlooking the karting hall. Room for events with a capacity of 250 people.

This equestrian centre offers the opportunity to discover horse riding. Qualified instructors, thanks to an adapted pedagogy, welcome beginners and experienced riders. Discover the different disciplines of horse riding for amateurs or in competition. Private lessons for all levels, horse lessons for teenagers and adults, pony and double pony lessons for the youngest, baby pony activity from 4 years old and equi-handi. Also horse boarding, they take care of the work of the horses and ponies.

In summer and winter, the Parrot-Nature resort offers locals and visitors several outdoor leisure activities. In the summer, you can rent mountain bikes or VTTAE (electrically assisted) to enjoy the 9 marked circuits starting from the resort (from 4 to 38 km). In winter, weather permitting, put on a pair of snowshoes and set off on one of the six marked trails, one of which leads to the Signal du Luguet (1,551 m altitude) in 8 km. Children can enjoy sledding on the white gold.

It is the emblematic ice hockey club of Brest! Created in 1985, and winning a nice prize in 1991, it's a team that knew how to fight to get where it is today! They started in division 3 and are now in D1! Note that the club was champion of France! Don't hesitate to go and see a game, the atmosphere, even for the neophytes, is great! To keep you informed of the next games that take place in the superb rink of the Rïnkla Stadium or of the different results, do not hesitate to consult the website.

Club without land, but practical at the Talleyrand swimming pool, every Thursday from to from September to June, off school holidays. 

Sunshine macadam is a choir created in 2005... so any young! offering us to sing Gospel and Jazz. It is Armelle Cayuela and Franck Sallé, two passionate music lovers and talented, who setup this choir, intended to share the passion of the song by its practice, but also allow to share with the public all, while regularly organizes concerts. The rehearsal place in Maison des Arts de la Musique d'Orléans, in Saint-Marceau, with motto: "Good mood, sharing and pleasure". Why not try?

An excursion on a fully serviced and adapted all-terrain quad bike (250 and 300 cc), solo, in a duo or in a group, to discover the Basque Country from Bidart océan, the departure base? Romain, your state-qualified and experienced pilot, will first brief you on how to handle the machine, and then accompany you safely on a selection of rides, from 1h30 to 5h around Ahetze, Sare, Ainhoa and Dantcharia. Whether you're a beginner or an amateur pilot, you'll enjoy an exceptional experience, solo or in duo: action, sensations, superb views and discovery of the Basque Country.

Niji Kan, meaning "Maison de l'Arc-en-ciel" and Karate Do, "art or the vide hand" (formerly Karaboom), is a sports association 1901, founded in 1993. The association has been a member of the FSGL since its creation and the Municipal Sports Office of the 11 th arrondissement in Paris. It currently has about members. It fits into the international gay and lesbian sports movement. It shares the objectives of the practice of sport by all by combating all discrimination, particularly those linked to homosexuality. Since its inception, the members have created and maintained a friendly atmosphere that they have been able to make compatible with rigorous work. The watchword is practicing karate seriously, without taking seriously! The association participates in international events: Les (European Games), TIP (Gay, Lesbian and Gay World Games), TIP, and also offers internships three times a year during the weekend. Exchanges take place regularly between Niji Kan and other European and American gay and lesbian martial arts groups: Karatékas amstellodamois (Les), Munich (Bushido), Berlin (Les), London (Ishigaki) and IAGLMA (International Association of Gay and Lesbian Martial Artists).

Golf Friendly aims for practice, development, promotion of golf in a friendly manner, organisation and participation in golfiques events in France and abroad. The association welcomes experienced and beginner golfers. Golf Friendly organizes, once a month, outings on golf courses in the Paris region and in the province.

Espelette is a town in the Basque Country, between Bidarray and Itxassou, known for its outdoor activities. The boat excursion agency Nature et Rivière offers a range of activities to help you make the most of the surrounding countryside. Fabien, a qualified river guide, organizes customized river descents in canoe, raft or kayak, according to participants' expectations and abilities. It's also possible to practice discovery canyoning, without ropes, playing with natural slides, jumps and swimming in pools of translucent water. Prices vary according to the activity chosen, and payments can be made by cheque or cash. Groups are accepted, with a minimum of 5 people and a maximum of 30.

Very active in their discipline, the aeromodelling clubs of Thouars and Deux-Sévriens have been organizing a world cup competition on the Noisé plain for almost 50 years: the free-flight stage of the French qualifying championships. More recently, these enthusiasts have also been getting together for the Belgian championship. These two fun-filled events will have your feet on the ground and your head in the clouds. And for the kids: let the junior champions impress you.

A very active association, the Gay Moto Club de France aims to bring gay bikers to the table and offer walks throughout the year, to welcome members of all social categories, all trends. All types of motorcycles are represented. The GMC offers a day or more excursion, meets other European gay biker clubs, and organizes evenings. Every year, members of the association celebrate the March des Pride.

Handball is a sport that brings together a mixed public: lesbian, gay, bi, trans, hetero. Décalage offers a relaxing practice of handball and to discover it in technical training and games. You can participate in 2 trainings before joining. Décalage also participates in competitions in France and abroad. They welcome a member of the French team as well as the beginners. Since 1995, Décalage has been organizing handball tournaments. The goal is to allow everyone - even if not especially sporting - to practise a collective sport. The association travels abroad every year in another European country.

A multi-sport association (aquagym, fitness, handball, modern jazz, swimming, water polo, yoga) founded in 1996 by five friends with a passion for water polo, which owes its success to a good balance between sport and leisure. It also takes part in national and international tournaments and organizes members' evenings. Each new member is coached by an ambassador and can try out up to three sports sessions before making a firm commitment. Please note that the membership fee is degressive from January onwards, so someone who joins in May will only pay half price.

Softball, you know? This is a sport that looks like baseball but played on a smaller terrain with a bigger ball, with some small differences. Above all, softball plays much faster. If you are tempted, BK, gay and lesbian, welcomes players of all ages, all levels and sexual orientation. BK participates in regular championships organised by the League of Ile-de-France, as well as tournaments organised throughout France and Abroad.

They meet once a week on Wednesdays (2-hour rehearsals) and 2 or 3 weekends a year. Rehearsals always take place in Paris, and weekends in the country. Around ten concerts a year (street festivals, Fête de la musique, Voix sur berges, Festival des cultures LGBT, gardens, cafés, churches, etc.) No auditions, registration possible all year round.

OSR, a symphony orchestra open to gay, lesbian, bisexual (s) s, heterosexual (s), proposes to bring together people who want to play music with a quality requirement, in a friendly and respectful atmosphere. Based in Paris, this symphony orchestra welcomes not only people of French nationality but also many European musicians. A weekend of rehearsal per month. Each week end is distributed as follows: Saturday from 10 a. m. to 13 p. m.: partial strings; Saturday from 15 a. m. to 18 p. m.: tutti; Sunday from 10 a. m. to noon: partial winds; Sunday from 14 a. m. to 17 p. m.: tutti.

This choir, which brings together 50 gay singers or gay friendly singers, inspired by the great American choirs, has been in existence since 1994 and was then called the Gay International Gay choir in Paris. The level is quite high and the group has earned its nobility and takes place in France as abroad at festivals but also in prestigious concert halls such as the Olympia or Bercy. Classical repertoire mainly but also French and international varieties. The choir sings in French and English, but also in German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Japanese, Latvian, Hungarian, among others.
The rehearsals take place in particular at the'Action Boris Vian, 6 bis cited Veron, 18 ^th arrondissement. They are open to the public.

LGBT Online Dance Association, such as Madison or Country which provides courses every Friday at Micadanses Studio (16, Geoffroy Lasnier Street, 4 ^th Arrondissement). Three groups of levels: Intermediate, Advanced Beginners and New Dénutants. The repertoire builds on national and regional traditions: France, England, Ireland, USA, Greece, Italy…