Keep Calm Blog
Tips and guides for expats, internationals, and newcomers on making the most of Barcelona through sport and community.
Ping Pong in Barcelona: Where to Play and Meet People
New to Barcelona and keen on table tennis? Here's where to find free outdoor tables, clubs and friendly games across the city, plus how to meet people while you play.
Read more →Hiking in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide for English Speakers
Where to hike near Barcelona as a newcomer: train-reachable trails in Garraf, Montseny and Montserrat, what's currently closed, and how to find people to walk with.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →Padel in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide for English Speakers
New to Barcelona and curious about padel? Here's how English speakers and expats can find courts, learn the basics and meet people through the game.
Read more →Yoga in Barcelona for English Speakers: A Newcomer's Guide
New to Barcelona and looking to start yoga? Here's where to practice, how to find English-friendly classes, and how to meet people while you flow.
Read more →Tennis in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide for English Speakers
New to Barcelona and keen to play tennis? Here's where to play, how to find courts and partners, and how to meet people while you do it.
Read more →The Best Ways to Stay Active and Find Sports in Barcelona for English Speakers
From padel and football to hiking and running, here's how to stay active and find your sport in Barcelona as an English speaker - even if you've just arrived and know no one.
Read more →Padel vs Volleyball: Which Is Better for Meeting People in Barcelona?
Padel or volleyball for meeting people in Barcelona? We compare the two most social sports for English-speaking newcomers - on cost, learning curve, and how easy it is to make friends.
Read more →How to Meet People in Barcelona as an Expat (Without the Awkwardness)
Just moved to Barcelona and don't know a soul? Here's a practical, no-nonsense guide to making real friends as an expat or international - and the easiest place to start.
Read more →Join a Football Team in Barcelona as an English Speaker
Want to play football in Barcelona but don't speak Spanish and don't know anyone? Here's how to find a friendly, mixed, all-levels game - every Friday on Montjuïc.
Read more →Padel in Barcelona: A Newcomer's Guide for English Speakers
New to Barcelona and curious about padel? Here's a friendly, practical guide to picking up the sport, finding courts and meeting people as an expat.
Read more →Best Beginner Sports in Barcelona for English Speakers
New to sport or just new to the city? These are the best beginner-friendly sports in Barcelona for English speakers - easy to pick up, social by design, and welcoming to total newcomers.
Read more →How to Make Friends in Barcelona as an English Speaker
The ultimate guide for expats and internationals on making friends in Barcelona through sports and social activities.
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