Keep Calm Community

English-Speaking Sports & Social Community in Barcelona for Expats, Internationals & Locals

Keep Calm Community is an English-speaking sports and social community in Barcelona for expats, internationals, and locals who want to meet people through sport and adventure. New to Barcelona? Just arrived? You're in the right place.

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Padel

Join us for exciting padel matches and improve your game

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Social

Social events, meetups, and fun gatherings

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Running

Join us for running sessions and track your progress

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Hiking

Explore trails and enjoy outdoor hiking adventures

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Volleyball

Beach and indoor volleyball games and tournaments

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Ping Pong

Table tennis matches and friendly competitions

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Tennis

Tennis matches and coaching sessions

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Football

Join our football matches and tournaments

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Yoga

Mindfulness, flexibility, and wellness sessions

New to Barcelona?

Whether you just moved here or are looking for an English-speaking community to stay active with, Keep Calm makes it easy. Join hundreds of expats, internationals, and newcomers who found their people through sport.

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Additional Sports Groups

These activities are organized by unaffiliated members of the community. Stay tuned for more information!

Pickleball

Fast-paced pickleball games and skill sessions

Athenea Boxing

Boxing training and fitness sessions

Club Rodeo

Western-style riding and rodeo activities

BCN Badminton

Badminton matches and training sessions

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Keep Calm Socials

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Keep Calm on TikTok

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Keep Calm on Eventbrite

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Keep Calm on Heylo

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Community in Action

Check out some memorable moments from our Keep Calm Community activities

Hiking Adventures

Padel Sessions

Social Events

Tennis Matches

Volleyball Games

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there English-speaking sports communities in Barcelona?

Yes! Keep Calm Community is one of Barcelona's largest English-speaking sports and social communities. We organise regular activities including padel, running, hiking, volleyball, tennis, ping pong, football, and yoga — all in English. Our members come from all over the world and communicate primarily in English.

How can expats meet people in Barcelona through sports?

Joining a sports community like Keep Calm is one of the easiest ways to meet people in Barcelona. Our WhatsApp groups make it simple to find activities happening every week. You just join a group, show up, and play — no experience needed. Sports break down social barriers quickly, so you'll make genuine friends faster than at a typical networking event.

Is Keep Calm Community suitable for newcomers to Barcelona?

Absolutely. A large number of our members joined within their first weeks of arriving in Barcelona. The community is designed to be welcoming and inclusive, so whether you just moved to the city yesterday or have been here for years, you'll feel at home. Many long-lasting friendships in our community started on someone's very first event.

Do I need to speak Spanish or Catalan to join?

No. Keep Calm Community operates entirely in English. All event organisation, group chats, and activities are conducted in English. You don't need to speak Spanish or Catalan to participate and enjoy everything the community has to offer.

What sports can I play with Keep Calm Community?

We offer a wide range of sports and activities: padel, running, hiking, volleyball, tennis, ping pong, football, and yoga. Activities take place across Barcelona in areas like Barceloneta, Poblenou, Eixample, and nearby mountain trails. New sports and activities are added regularly based on member interest.

How do I join Keep Calm Community Barcelona?

Joining is free and takes less than a minute. Simply visit our website, choose the sport or activity you're interested in, and click the link to join the corresponding WhatsApp group. That's it — you'll start seeing upcoming events and can sign up for your first activity straight away.

Is Keep Calm Community free?

Yes, joining the community is completely free. There are no membership fees or subscriptions. Some individual activities may have a small cost to cover venue hire or equipment (for example, padel court rental is split among players), but the community itself is free to join and participate in.