Qu’est-ce que La séance d’entraînement aux Jeux Olympiques à Athènes ?

La séance d’entraînement aux Jeux Olympiques est une activité interactive et participative inspirée des Jeux olympiques antiques. Les participants prennent part à des épreuves sportives conviviales tout en découvrant l’histoire, les valeurs et les traditions olympiques, guidés par un entraîneur professionnel dans des lieux athéniens emblématiques liés aux Jeux olympiques.

Cette activité est-elle adaptée aux familles ?

Oui. Cette activité est parfaitement adaptée aux familles et propose une expérience ludique et inclusive permettant à des participants de tous âges de profiter ensemble d’une compétition amicale.

Quel niveau de forme physique est requis pour participer ?

Aucun niveau de forme physique spécifique n’est requis. Les activités peuvent être adaptées à différents niveaux, et du matériel spécifique est fourni afin de faciliter la participation et de la rendre agréable, même pour les personnes peu habituées à l’exercice physique.

À quelles épreuves olympiques les participants prennent-ils part ?

Les participants prennent part à des épreuves de type olympique classique, notamment : Saut en longueur Lancer de poids Lancer de javelot Lancer de disque L’expérience se termine par une course ludique dans le stade panathénaïque emblématique, faisant de ce moment un temps fort inoubliable de l’activité.

La séance d’entraînement aux Jeux Olympiques est-elle sûre ?

Oui. La sécurité est une priorité. L’utilisation de matériel adapté et l’encadrement par un entraîneur professionnel garantissent que toutes les activités se déroulent en toute sécurité. Des instructions claires sont données avant chaque exercice.

Quels lieux sont inclus dans l’expérience ?

L’activité se déroule dans le centre d’Athènes et inclut le Zappéion, le Jardin national, et se termine au stade panathénaïque, le seul stade au monde entièrement construit en marbre.

Qu’est-ce qui distingue cette expérience d’une visite de ville traditionnelle ?

Contrairement aux visites à pied ou aux visites touristiques classiques, cette expérience est entièrement interactive et physique, permettant aux participants de vivre l’histoire olympique de manière active plutôt que de simplement l’apprendre.

The Olympic Games Workout

Highlights

Learn the history of the Ancient Olympics and what the Games meant to people then
Tour the Zappeion, the first modern purpose-built Olympic facility
Stretch your muscles and hone your skills in a gym session in a historic 19th-century Gymnasium
Run like a champion in the Panathenaic Stadium, home of the 1896 Olympic Games

What you can expect

You begin your day as an Olympic athlete at the beautiful neoclassical building known as the Zappeion, just below the National Garden. Here, you’ll find out in detail what role the Ancient Olympics played in society over the millennium in which they were held. You’ll learn how the athletes trained, what disciplines were included as the games evolved and you’ll load up on some really old sports trivia to stump your friends. You’ll also find out about how the Modern Olympics were first proposed, organized and held in Athens, more than 1500 years after they were last staged, and you’ll do this all right in the building that served as the first Olympic Village.

After knowledge comes exercise – there’s a historic gym nearby, and that’s where you’ll get to try some classic techniques for really old events, such as the discus and the javelin throw and practice newer ones like the shot put, long jump and relay races.

By the time you reach the Panathenaic Stadium, a beautiful white marble structure (and the only stadium in the world made entirely of marble!), you’ll be psyched up for a truly unique experience – a race in the stadium itself, on the hallowed track where the first modern Olympians competed more than a century ago. Don’t worry about personal bests, it’s the run, not the finish line that counts here.

Practical info

Duration: 2 hours
Walking pace: Moderate physical activity
Languages: english
When: 8.30 am, daily (except 7-17 aug)
Group size: Up to 12 people

Good to know

This is a mild outdoor physical activity, but you don't have to be an athlete to participate in it, you can do it at your own pace.

Activity type

Outdoor, interactive, and instructor-led

What to wear

Comfortable clothing and athletic shoes are recommended.

What's included

Certified Sports Trainer

Not included

Entry fees

Notes

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the Zappeion Hall. Exact details are provided after booking.

Tour not operating on January 1st & 2nd, December 25th & 26th, August 15th and Easter Sunday & Easter Monday.

What is the Olympic Games Experience in Athens?

The Olympic Games Experience is a hands-on, interactive activity inspired by the ancient Olympic Games. Participants take part in friendly athletic challenges while learning about Olympic history, values, and traditions, guided by a professional trainer in historic Olympic-related locations in Athens.

Is this activity suitable for families?

Yes. This activity is very well suited for families and offers a fun, inclusive experience where participants of all ages can enjoy friendly competition together.

What level of fitness is required to participate?

No specific level of fitness is required. The activities can be adapted to different abilities, and props are provided to make participation easier and enjoyable, even for participants who are not used to physical exercise.

Which Olympic games do participants take part in?

Participants take part in classic Olympic-style activities, including:

Long jump
Shot put
Javelin throw
Discus

The experience concludes with a fun race at the iconic Panathenaic Stadium, making it a memorable highlight of the activity.

"We had a great 2 hours with our tour guide, Tonia. She was very informative about the Olympic History in Greece and put us through our paces in the javelin throw, discus, long jump and shot put. We then made our way to the Olympic Stadium where we learned more about it's history and was able to run a lap. Highly recommend this tour for an out of the ordinary experience."

sbouldin

"One of the best highlights of my trip! My guide was amazing, she showed me all of the Ancient Olympic workouts, and had me try each one. We then went to the Olympic Stadium, where I ran around the field. At the end she gave me a card with all of my times for each event. This was a great tour, and I highly recommend for any Olympic Fan, or individuals looking for a unique tour experience in Athens."

David M

"We had a great time on this tour. We loved learning about the history of the Olympic Games, learning different techniques for sporting disciplines, and visiting the Panathenaic Stadium. We also loved getting some gentle exercise, and the kids loved running a relay race! Our guide was excellent, fun, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour for families with children. Something unique!"

JNicole78