Who Is Keep Calm Community For?
Keep Calm Community is for anyone in Barcelona who wants to meet people through sport and adventure — and do it all in English. Our members include:
- Expats who have recently moved to Barcelona and want to build a social circle
- International professionals working remotely or for companies in the city
- Newcomers who just arrived and are looking for a welcoming community
- English speakers of all nationalities — no Spanish or Catalan required
- Locals who enjoy meeting people from around the world
- Digital nomads looking for regular social activities during their stay
Whether you landed in Barcelona yesterday or have lived here for years, Keep Calm Community gives you a way to stay active, meet genuine people, and build real friendships — all through sport.
Sports & Activities
We offer a wide range of sports and activities, all organised through dedicated WhatsApp groups so you never miss an event.
🎾 Padel
Our most popular sport. We organise regular padel matches for all levels across courts in Barcelona. Whether you're a beginner or experienced player, there's always a game to join.
More info →🏃 Running
Group runs through Barcelona's most scenic routes — along the beach, through Ciutadella Park, and up to Montjuïc. All paces welcome.
More info →🥾 Hiking
Weekend hikes in the hills and mountains surrounding Barcelona. From easy coastal walks to challenging trails in Montserrat and the Collserola hills.
More info →🏐 Volleyball
Beach volleyball at Barceloneta and indoor sessions. A fantastic way to meet people while enjoying Barcelona's coastline.
More info →🎾 Tennis
Tennis matches and sessions at courts around the city. Open to players of all levels looking for hitting partners or friendly competition.
More info →🏓 Ping Pong
Table tennis meetups at venues around Barcelona. Casual, fun, and a great way to socialise.
More info →⚽ Football
Casual football matches for all skill levels. No tryouts, no pressure — just show up and play.
More info →🎉 Social Events
Drinks, dinners, parties, and celebrations. The social glue that turns a sports group into a real community of friends.
More info →Where We Play
Our activities take place all across Barcelona and its surroundings. Common locations include:
- Barceloneta — beach volleyball, running along the seafront
- Poblenou — padel courts, football pitches
- Eixample — tennis, ping pong, yoga studios
- Montjuïc — running routes with panoramic city views
- Collserola & Tibidabo — hiking trails through natural parks
- Montserrat & Costa Brava — weekend hiking excursions
How to Join
Joining Keep Calm Community is free and takes less than a minute:
- Choose your sport — Browse the activities on our homepage
- Join the WhatsApp group — Click the link to join the dedicated group for that activity
- Show up and play — Events are posted in the groups regularly. Just reply and come along
Why Keep Calm Is Different
WhatsApp-native: Everything is organised through WhatsApp — no apps to download, no accounts to create, no fees to pay. It's instant and familiar.
English-only: All communication is in English, so you never feel left out or lost in translation.
Recurring activities: These aren't one-off events. Sports happen every week, so you build real friendships with the same people over time.
Genuinely welcoming: We're not a corporate meetup or a networking group. People come to play, have fun, and make friends. It's as simple as that.
Free to join: No membership fees. Just join a WhatsApp group and start showing up.
What Members Say
“I moved to Barcelona knowing nobody. Within a week of joining Keep Calm, I had a whole group of friends to play padel with every weekend.”
— Community Member
“The best thing about Keep Calm is how welcoming everyone is. I was nervous showing up to my first event, but people immediately made me feel included.”
— Community Member
“I've tried other expat groups in Barcelona, but Keep Calm is different. It's not just about the sport — it's about genuine friendships.”
— Community Member
Ready to Get Started?
Join hundreds of English speakers who are already staying active and making friends in Barcelona.
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