Culture – Loisirs

Three Deodatiens Achieve Black Belt in Judo: Vincent Guso, Alexandre Guso, and Lena Hanzo

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Three Judokas Earn Black Belts in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges Three athletes from the judo club in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, France, have earned their black belts: 20-year-old Lena Hanzo, 18-year-old Alexandre Guso, and 17-year-old Vincent Guso. The achievement marks a significant technical milestone for the practitioners in the Vosges department. New Black Belt Certifications in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges The promotion to black … Read more

Youth Sports Academy in Wittelsheim: 20+ Disciplines for Kids and Teens this July

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The city of Wittelsheim, located in the Haut-Rhin department of eastern France, is launching its annual youth sports initiative this July. Organized by the local Académie des sports, the program invites children and teenagers between the ages of 5 and 18 to participate in a diverse curriculum featuring approximately 20 different sporting disciplines. The initiative … Read more

End-of-Season Judo Celebration: Kids and Families Gather on the Tatami

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Revigny-sur-Ornain Judo Club Marks Season End With Family Tatami Event The Revigny-sur-Ornain judo community concluded its seasonal training cycle on Wednesday, July 1, with a specialized session that brought children and their parents together on the tatami. The event served as the final practice of the season, focusing on intergenerational participation and the shared experience … Read more

Baby Tennis & New Coach: Exciting Sports News for Kids in Exincourt This Fall!

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The tennis club in Exincourt, France, is expanding its youth development program for the new season by introducing “baby tennis” classes and appointing a new educator to lead the initiative. This strategic move aims to attract the youngest possible demographic to the sport, focusing on motor skill development and early engagement with racket sports in … Read more

Pauline Jannot Wins Silver at Regional Archery Championship in Albertville

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Albertville Archery Star Pauline Jannot Wins Regional Silver Medal Albertville Archery Star Pauline Jannot Wins Regional Silver Medal Pauline Jannot secured the silver medal in the women’s recurve category at the 2024 Albertville Regional Archery Championship, according to the French Archery Federation (FFA). The event, held at the Savoie Archery Park in Albertville, France, on … Read more

Mâcon Archery Team Relegated from Division 1

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Mâcon Archers Relegated from D1 as JSL Season Concludes The Mâcon archery team has been confirmed as one of the teams relegated from the D1 division of the Jeunesse Sportive de Lyon (JSL) league following the conclusion of the 2023–2024 season, according to official league standings published on JSL’s official website. The team finished in … Read more

Charlotte Vinson, la championne de France de para-tir à l’arc, en titre d’Albertville

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Charlotte Vinson Claims French Para-Archery Title in Albertville Charlotte Vinson Claims French Para-Archery Title in Albertville Charlotte Vinson secured the French Para-Archery National Championship in Albertville, France, on Saturday, according to the French Paralympic Committee. The victory marks a significant milestone in Vinson’s career, as she competed in the women’s compound bow category, a classification … Read more

A2G Crussol: Celebrating 10 Years of Judo and Jiu-Jitsu in Guilherand-Granges

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Guilherand-Granges Judo Academy Marks 10th Anniversary With Community Celebration On Saturday, June 27, the A2G Crussol Judo and Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Guilherand-Granges, France, celebrated its 10th anniversary with a community event that highlighted the club’s growth and impact on local martial arts. The gathering, held at the town’s central square, featured demonstrations, competitions, and appearances … Read more

Experience a Medieval Archery Takeover at Sail-sous-Couzan Castle This Weekend

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The historic Château de Sail-sous-Couzan, located in the Loire department of France, will host an immersive medieval reenactment event this weekend featuring traditional archery demonstrations and costumed performances. Organized to celebrate the regional heritage of the Forez province, the event invites spectators to witness a simulated siege and tactical displays performed by historical reenactment groups. … Read more

Medieval Archers to Storm the Fortress of Sail-sous-Couzan This Weekend

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Medieval Archery Tournament Returns to Forteresse de Sail-sous-Couzan The historic Forteresse de Sail-sous-Couzan, situated in the Loire department of France, will host a gathering of traditional archery enthusiasts this weekend. The event, which draws practitioners of historical combat and target sports, transforms the 11th-century site into a hub for medieval archery demonstrations and competitive displays. … Read more