Sport Things To Do in Chamonix — 7 of Our Favourites

The town will often get together to watch lively ice hockey matches at the venue throughout the winter. It is certainly a fun night out and your throat will be hoarse from supporting the home team. Ticket costs depend on the seriousness of the match.

When the ice hockey matches aren't on, the rink is open for those that want to have a go on the ice themselves as well. You can bring your own skates or hire directly from the rink. The rink has its own café and bar, so you can warm yourself up with a vin chaud or a hot chocolate post all the fun on the ice.

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With 1250m sq. of climbing surfaces, and more than 100 routes to the roof, ranging from 16 to 21 metres in height. There is a beginners wall, a kid's wall, a bouldering room and even a cafeteria. All necessary equipment is available for hire. Complete beginners can make a first ascent of the indoor climbing wall with instruction from local guides. Open to adults and children 5 or over.

They offer for private or group lessons for younger individuals or group lessons. But also one-week courses during school holidays. Their training programs for beginners will allow those who are new to climbing the chance to discover climbing in a safe environment. Learn belay techniques and how to understand the body language of other climbers. How to make your first movement on the wall, and to complete your first routes.

Measuring 56 metres by 26 metres, the rink offers a generous space for skating, whether you are a beginner or more confident on the ice.

Families are particularly well catered for, with learning aids available for children, including small chairs and penguin supports to help them build confidence and improve safely.

This artificial outdoor rink is a great spot to enjoy some fresh mountain air while skating in a truly scenic alpine setting.

They also run Kettlercise classes, a group fitness class that incorporates the use of a kettlebell, training in a friendly group atmosphere. Kettlercise is carried out using lighter weights and is set out in a non-stop routine that will work every single muscle in your body to ensure you burn away fat, tone up, improve core stability and dramatically improve endurance. It's a three-in-one workout incorporating CARDIO, WEIGHT and CORE training.

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There is also a sports hall where you can join in fitness sessions such aerobics, dance, circuit training, step class, stretching and toning classes. They also have children's sports classes and ballet lessons, a bouldering wall, ice rink, sauna, steam room (hammam) and swimming pool.

The indoor pool is 25m long and also features a separate children's pool with bubble jets and a water slide. The is also a 50m outdoor pool open in the summer months.

Unlike many public swimming pools is France, Speedo style swimming trunks are not mandatory for men.

The main sports centre opens at different times of the year. Click on the website link above for current dates, times and entry prices.

The club also has a restaurant, La Terrasse des Tennis, with a terrace overlooking the courts, and a fully equipped Proshop. Nearby, you’ll find plenty of activities to enjoy, including the public swimming pool, skatepark, water sports base for rafting, and the QC Terme spa.