Photo : Jean-Baptiste Gurliat / Ville de Paris
Paris Sport Proximité: basketball, fitness, VMA coaching, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at the Max-Rousié sports center
Participate in a wide range of disciplines near you, supervised by City of Paris sports instructors.
Centre sportif Max Rousié (Paris 17th)
About
Come and practice a sports activity near you! Join us every Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday to participate in fitness, VMA coaching, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) sessions at the Max-Rousié sports center, 28, rue André Bréchet.
Day and times:
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (basketball)
Capacity: 12 people
Thursday: 12:12 PM - 1:15 PM (running VMA coaching)
Capacity: 12 people
Saturday: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (MMA)
Capacity: 20 people
Sunday: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (fitness), 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM (MMA)
Capacity: 20 people per activity
Learn more about the participation terms for Paris Sport Proximité Here
Our take on this event
Forget the crowded gyms and get active in the heart of the 17th district instead. Whether you want to master your basketball shot, train in MMA, or improve your cardio, these neighborhood sessions offer the perfect way to break a sweat with experts.
The Paris Sport Proximité initiative brings a diverse range of fitness sessions to the Max-Rousié sports center in the 17th arrondissement, running from September 21, 2026, to July 4, 2027. Designed for participants aged 16 and over, these sessions offer everything from basketball and VMA running coaching to Mixed Martial Arts, all free of charge. The facility is fully accessible to wheelchair users, ensuring an inclusive environment for local residents to stay active. Whether you are looking to refine your technique or simply enjoy a regular workout, these coached sessions provide a structured and welcoming space for your physical training.
Located at 28 rue André Bréchet, the Max-Rousié sports center hosts a variety of athletic activities designed for the local community. These free sessions are open to anyone aged 16 or older and cater to different fitness interests throughout the week.
The weekly schedule features basketball on Tuesdays from 12:00 to 13:30 (12 spots) and VMA running coaching on Thursdays from 12:12 to 13:15 (12 spots). The weekend program includes MMA on Saturdays from 19:00 to 21:00 (20 spots), and on Sundays, fitness training from 15:00 to 16:30 followed by MMA from 16:30 to 18:00 (20 spots per activity).
The venue is wheelchair accessible, allowing for inclusive participation across all disciplines. As capacity is limited for each session, participants are encouraged to plan their attendance accordingly to secure a spot.