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Paris Sport Proximité: Youth Health Sport at Quartier Jeunes
Participate in a wide choice of disciplines near you, supervised by sports educators from the City of Paris.
QJ - Quartier Jeunes (Paris 1st)
About
Come and practice a sports activity near you! Join us every Thursday to participate in sessions of cross fit, strengthening, stretching, cardio boxing, gentle gymnastics and self-defense at the Quartier Jeune (QJ) - 4 Place du Louvre.
Day and times:
Thursday: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM (16 years and older)
Thursday: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM and 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (ages 16 to 29)
Find out more about participation terms for Paris Sport Proximité Here
Our take on this event
Forget the overpriced gym memberships and come blow off some steam right in the middle of the city. From high-energy boxing drills to stretching sessions, these free workouts near the Louvre offer the perfect setup to stay fit with zero hassle.
The Paris Sport Proximité initiative offers free fitness sessions at the QJ - Quartier Jeunes, located at 4, place du Louvre in the 1st arrondissement. Running until July 4, 2027, this program features a variety of activities including cross fit, cardio boxing, and self-defense. Open to anyone aged 16 and over, these weekly sessions are designed to help you integrate physical activity into your routine in a welcoming environment. Whether you are looking for intense muscle strengthening or gentle gymnastics, these classes provide an accessible way to stay active in the heart of Paris throughout the year.
Located at 4, place du Louvre, the QJ - Quartier Jeunes serves as a hub for local fitness activities. Every Thursday, participants can join diverse sessions ranging from stretching and soft gymnastics to more demanding disciplines like cross fit, cardio boxing, and self-defense training.
The schedule is organized to accommodate different age groups. Classes held between 14:00 and 16:00 and 16:30 and 18:00 are open to all individuals aged 16 and up. Additionally, specific slots from 18:30 to 19:30 and 19:30 to 20:30 are exclusively dedicated to young adults between the ages of 16 and 29.
Participation in these sessions is completely free of charge, ensuring that sports remain accessible to everyone. The program runs consistently until July 4, 2027. If you plan to attend, please review the specific participation requirements for Paris Sport Proximité provided by the City of Paris to ensure you are fully prepared for your workout.
