Workshops - Golden Age Gym Festival

Open
workshops

Open workshops are accessible without registration.

General information about workshops

The workshops are sports sessions organised every morning, from Tuesday to Friday, with two one-hour slots. On the programme: original and traditional gymnastic activities in the heart of the city, near the Centre des Atlantes. Enjoy exceptional moments in the most iconic locations in Les Sables-d’Olonne. Most workshops take place outdoors, in the heart of Les Sables-d’Olonne.

1. Swimming pool of Le remblai

2. Tribunal garden

3. Tribunal square

4. Beach

5. Town hall square

6. Liberty square

Discover two types of workshops, designed to suit your desires and your schedule. Please note that workshop locations may change in the coming weeks.

Open workshops

The open workshops are accessible to everyone, without prior registration. They therefore offer everyone the opportunity to participate freely according to their wishes and availability. In case of bad weather, a plan B will be put in place to ensure that activities run smoothly; all the necessary information will be communicated to you a few days before the event.

Aerodance

Gymnastic activity

Liberty Square

Through the experience of aerodance, you will
reinforce your muscles through movements
choreographed on the rhythm of the music.

Country dance

Dance activity

Atlantes

Stretching

Dance activity

Beach

It is a soft activity which combines flexibility and
deep breathing to ease the relaxation. It improves
flexibility and contribute to better mobility.

Tai Chi

Relaxation and outdoor activity

Beach

Tango

Dance activity

Beach

Zumba

Dance activity

Liberty Square

Closed workshops

Closed workshops are only available upon registration prior to the event.
To offer you an unforgettable and safe experience, closed workshops have a limited number of places. Registrations are made by group via your national federation. Each group can choose up to four workshops, two of which will be guaranteed.

Aqua’form

Water activity

Swimming Pool of Le Remblai

An aquagym class in a heated seawater pool.

Please note: only one session per day is offered. The schedule will be slightly different from the other workshops.
Be ready and in the pool at 9 a.m.

Aqua’run

Water activity

Swimming Pool of Le Remblai

Prerequisite: ability to swim

An aqua’run class in a heated seawater pool.

Please note: only one session per day is offered. The schedule will be slightly different from the other workshops.
Be ready and in the pool at 10 a.m.

Cabaret

Dance activity

Atlantes

Immerse yourself in the heart of a cabaret atmosphere! An ideal workshop for discovering a gentle physical activity that combines elegance and good humour. Inspired by cabaret, this workshop is ideal for working on posture, coordination and body language.

Circus

Dance activity

Liberty Square

Work on artistic expression, coordination and balance.

Darts

Precision work

Atlantes

Compete against other teams to achieve the highest score.

Folkloric dance

Dance activity

Tribunal garden

Immerse yourself in the world of traditional dance in the department of Les Sables d’Olonne: the Vendée.

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Gymnastic activity

Liberty square

Combine dance, flexibility and apparatus manipulation to music in this workshop.

Seated Gymnastics

Gymnastic activity

Tribunal square

Comprehensive, thorough, effective and safe strengthening exercises. This workshop also contributes to fall prevention.

Back strengthening

Gymnastic activity

Beach

This workshop, open to all, offers gentle training aimed at strengthening the back muscles, preventing lower back pain and promoting proper spinal alignment.

Sea wadding

Water activity

Ocean

In the water of the Atlantic Ocean, walk along
the shore of the beautiful beaches of Les Sables
d’Olonne.

Nordic walking

Relaxation and outdoor activity

Beach

Walk along the beach at Les Sables d’Olonne. Walking sticks will help you walk in the sand and allow you to work your whole body.

Palet vendéen Local Game

Precision work

Tribunal garden

It is a traditional sport in Les Sables d’Olonne.
The goal is to throw a puck on a 40 cm x 40 cm
plaque, the closest possible way from the “master”
(a small puck).

Pétanque

Precision work

Tribunal garden

The goal of the popular French sport is to throw
your ball as close as possible from a small target
ball (cochonnet). The team whose balls are closer
wins the game.

Peteca

Precision work

Beach

Discover badminton without a racquet. Peteca
uses the same rules as badminton with an adapted shuttlecock.

Pilates

Relaxation and outdoor activity

Beach

Enjoy Pilates on the beach to stretch with gentle movements that will also strengthen and increase the flexibility of your deep muscles.

Special Choreography

Dance activity

Tribunal square

Helped by a choreographer, improve the choreography you’ve planned for the City Performances

Step

Dance activity

Town hall square

Step combines motor skills and cardiovascular exercise in choreographed sequences set to music. This workshop will allow you to work on your balance and coordination at the same time, all in a fun way.

Swiss ball

Gymnastic activity

Beach

The Swiss Ball allows you to perform a variety of movements (sitting, facing forward, on your knees, etc.). The instability of the ball allows you to engage your deep muscles, thereby improving your posture.

Yoga

Relaxation and outdoor activity

Beach

This workshop will help you improve your flexibility, strength and balance, while promoting relaxation and stress management in an exceptional setting.