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.
Free to join · All in English · 2,000+ members
What's On This Week
Real events happening across Barcelona. Just show up — all levels welcome.
English speaking Volleyball - All Levels 🏐
Tue 14 Jul · 6pm
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Padel
Padel matches across Barcelona. All levels welcome.
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Social Events
Events, meetups, and fun gatherings. Make friends in Barcelona.
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Running
Group runs across Barcelona's best routes. All paces welcome.
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Hiking
Mountain trails and countryside hikes near Barcelona.
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Volleyball
Beach volleyball on Barcelona's best beaches. All levels, free!
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Ping Pong
Weekly table tennis every Thursday in Sants. All levels welcome.
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Tennis
Doubles tennis every Tuesday evening. All levels welcome.
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Football
Mixed, social football every Friday. Ladies and gents, all levels.
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Yoga
Yoga in parks, beaches, and studios across Barcelona.
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Skiing / Snowboarding
Ski and snowboard trips to the Pyrenees. Day trips and weekends.
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Combat (Boxing/MMA)
Boxing, MMA, and martial arts training across Barcelona. All levels.
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Basketball
Pickup basketball at courts across Barcelona. All levels.
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Cycling
Group rides through Barcelona and Catalonia countryside.
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Golf
Golf rounds at courses across Barcelona and Catalonia.
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Calisthenics & Gym
Gym sessions and calisthenics across Barcelona. All levels welcome.
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Badminton
Casual and competitive badminton across Barcelona. All levels welcome.
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Climbing
Indoor and outdoor climbing across Barcelona. All levels welcome.
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Water Sports
Swimming, paddleboarding (SUP), and more on Barcelona's coast.
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Salsa, bachata, and more. Dance socials and classes across Barcelona.
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Languages
Language exchange and practice with people from around the world.
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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.
Learn More About Our CommunityAdditional 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
Other WhatsApp Communities
Discover more communities in Barcelona beyond sports. Connect with like-minded people!
Board Games Barcelona
Board game meetups and gaming sessions
New in Barcelona
Welcome newcomers and help them settle in Barcelona
Barcelona Digital Nomads
Connect with digital nomads and remote workers in Barcelona
BCN Entrepreneurs
Network with entrepreneurs and startup founders in Barcelona
BCN English Speakers Lifestyle
Everyday advice and chat about living in Barcelona
BCN English Speakers Social
Drinks, dinners and nights out with English speakers
Keep Calm Socials
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Keep Calm on Instagram
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Keep Calm on Meetup
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Keep Calm on Facebook
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Keep Calm on TikTok
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Keep Calm on Eventbrite
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Keep Calm on Luma
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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
Padel
Padel
Padel
Padel
Padel
Padel
Social Events
Social Events
Social Events
Social Events
Social Events
Social Events
Running
Hiking
Hiking
Hiking
Hiking
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball
Volleyball
Ping Pong
Ping Pong
Tennis
Tennis
Tennis
Tennis
Tennis
Football
Football
Yoga
Skiing / Snowboarding
From the Blog
Guides and tips for English speakers settling into life and sport in Barcelona
13 July 2026
Beach Volleyball in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide
Where to play beach volleyball in Barcelona, from Nova Icària to Mar Bella, plus how English-speaking newcomers can find friendly games and meet people.
11 July 2026
What 2,400 Expats Actually Do to Make Friends in Barcelona
We looked at our own anonymised community data, from 2,400+ members and 75,000+ messages, to see what actually works when it comes to making friends as a newcomer in Barcelona.
10 July 2026
Climbing in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide for Expats
New to Barcelona and want to start climbing? Here's where to boulder indoors, where to head outdoors, and how to find your first climbing partners.
What Members Say
Real reviews from people who found their community in Barcelona with Keep Calm.
“Very friendly and welcoming people! I had the best time always I came to play with them 🤍”
Laura S · via Google
“Super friendly English speaking sports group with good people and good vibes all around! Highly recommend joining them for a game if you see them playing”
Jessica C · via Google
“Great atmosphere! The group is fantastic! I highly recommend it for both recreational and serious pursuits. Suitable for all levels.”
Louise G · via Google
“Such an awesome group!!!! Fun to meet so many ppl from so many places”
Sophie B · via Google
“The best place with the best people ✨️”
Samado A · via Google
“Love the group and the vibe”
Norberts E · via Google
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.