Badminton

**English Speaking Badminton - All Levels** [https://keepcalm.fit/meetup/badminton](https://keepcalm.fit/meetup/badminton) **CURRENTLY BADMINTON IS ON HOLD DURING THE SUMMER BUT FEEL FREE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP SO YOU ARE NOTIFIED WHEN IT STARTS AGAIN.** Social badminton for English speakers in Barcelona. Part of the Keep Calm community - a not-for-profit, volunteer-run sports and social network for the city's English-speaking community, run in partnership with BCN Badminton. **\*\*What to expect\*\*** Friendly doubles practice games, with players rotating across 4 courts so everyone gets plenty of court time. This is social badminton, not a competition - good-natured games with good people. **\*\*Skill level\*\*** Currently a lower-intermediate level. Mixed group, ladies and gents, all ages welcome. Be honest about your level when you RSVP so the games stay enjoyable for everyone. **\*\*Cost\*\*** 5€ per person, which covers the court hire and shuttlecocks, paid to the host on the day. Bring the exact amount in cash (no change available), or pay by Bizum or transfer. **\*\*What to bring\*\*** Your own racket, indoor court shoes with non-marking soles, and water. **\*\*Spots and waitlist\*\*** Limited to 24 players. There's an automatic waitlist - if it's full, RSVP anyway and you'll be moved up if someone drops out. Please only RSVP yes if you can make it, and cancel as early as possible if your plans change. Changing your RSVP within 24 hours of the event counts as a no-show unless someone takes your spot. **\*\*How to join\*\*** RSVP here on Meetup, then join our WhatsApp group at [https://keepcalm.fit/meetup/badminton](https://keepcalm.fit/meetup/badminton) \- this is where all the organisation happens\, and you must be in the group before you can come to the event\. Day\, time\, and venue are shared there\, so read the pinned info or ask the group if you're not sure\. Adults only (18+). **\*\*Safety Notice & Data Protection & Media Notice\*\*** By joining this event, you agree that we don't take responsibility for the games themselves or any injuries. Please bring the correct equipment, play safely, and remember you're responsible for your own safety. By joining this event, you agree that your personal data will be collected, stored, and processed by Keep Calm solely for the purpose of organising and managing this event. By joining this event, you agree that photos and/or videos will likely be taken during the session and may be used by Keep Calm for promotional purposes, including on social media and our website. Please see more info here: [https://keepcalm.fit/policies](https://keepcalm.fit/policies)

(*English Below*) Si te cuesta concentrarte, le das demasiadas vueltas a las cosas o te sientes agobiado por la vida y el trabajo, este es un punto de partida sencillo y sin compromisos. Todos los lunes nos reunimos en el parque de Poblenou para meditar juntos. Empezamos con un breve momento para compartir: qué te ocupa esta semana o qué necesitas, antes de pasar a una meditación guiada adaptada a lo que el grupo aporta. Terminamos con preguntas y una charla abierta. Abierto a todos los niveles, no hace falta traer nada y es totalmente gratuito. Clases en ESP o ING segun necesidades 😊 Sobre tu guía: Fritz es un antiguo consultor medioambiental y ahora profesor certificado de mindfulness (acreditado por la Asociación Internacional de Profesores de Mindfulness (IMTA) y por el Programa de Certificación de Profesores de Meditación Mindfulness (MMCTP) de Jack Kornfield y Tara Brach). Fritz cuenta con más de 10 años de experiencia personal en meditación y ha practicado en diversas tradiciones de meditación Vipassana, habiendo participado en numerosos retiros de silencio en Europa, Estados Unidos y Nepal, así como en un retiro intensivo de 3 meses en el Centro de Meditación Panditarama de Lumbini, Nepal. Fritz es también un ávido triatleta, habiendo completado dos Ironman completos, una carrera de natación de 8 km y una carrera ciclista de 24 horas. Actualmente imparte clases de meditación de mindfulness en empresas, ofrece clases particulares y es entrenador de atletas en mindfulness y rendimiento mental. (english) Lacking concentration, overthinking a lot or overwhelmed by life and work too often, then this is a simple, low-pressure place to start. Every Monday we meet in the Poblenou parc to meditate together. We begin with a short check-in, what's coming up for you this week, or what you need, before moving into a guided meditation shaped around what the group brings. We close with questions and open conversation. Open to all levels, no need to bring anything and completely free of charge. Classes in ENG or SP according to needs 😊 **About your coach;** Fritz is a certified mindfulness teacher accredited by the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA) and Jack Kornfields and Tara Brach’ Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMCTP). Fritz has over 10 years of personal meditation experience and practiced in various Vipassana meditation traditions, having sat numerous silent retreats in Europe, the US and Nepal and an intensive 3-month retreat in Panditarama Meditation Center in Lumbini, Nepal. Outside of meditation, Fritz is a former environmental consultant and competitive endurance athlete; two Ironman finishers, an 8km open water swim, and a 24-hour cycling race. He now teaches mindfulness in startups, coaches athletes in mental performance, and guides personal 1-1 sessions.

English (Español abajo⬇️)🏐 My name is Bryan and I am here to coach and help everyone reach the next level and improve your beachvolleyball skills while having fun at the same time ☺️. 👇🏽 Join the group 👇🏽 https://chat.whatsapp.com/DyXrqWKqJzp1B4R5drsLaz?mode=gi_t 📊 The level: We will train at the intermediate 1.5-2 levels, so several months of training are required to consistently control the ball at an Intermediate-High Intermediate Level. You should reliably be able to touch the ball 3 times and control where you want the ball to go on attacks. 🪙 The cost : The general rate for a class per person is 10€. The languages spoken in the class are English, German, and Spanish. ⏳📏 The duration and structure: Every class lasts for 90 minutes, and is broken up into three main parts. 1\. Warm up\. 2\. Technique drills\. 3\. Fun play/games to put theory into practice\. \*Note that there might be a chance to play longer if I don't have another class or free play with one of my groups. The session will also include music for a more fun atmosphere. 🎶🥁 🤔💭 Do I need to attend every time? You should only attend the class when you would like to and there is no obligation. However if you commit to a session, we expect you to be there. 🥤🧴What do I need to bring to the training? Please come dressed in sports clothes, bring plenty of water, sunglasses, sunblock, and a towel for our sessions. Please be on time, and bring adequate sport clothing and water. Cancelations are only accepted with 24 hours in advance. Español 🏐 Me llamo Bryan y estoy aquí para entrenar y ayudar a todos a alcanzar el siguiente nivel y mejorar sus habilidades de vóley playa mientras se divierten ☺️. 👇🏽 Únete al Grupo 👇🏽 https://chat.whatsapp.com/DyXrqWKqJzp1B4R5drsLaz?mode=gi_t 📊 Nivel: Entrenaremos en el nivel intermedio 1.5-2, por lo que se requieren varios meses de entrenamiento para controlar el balón de forma consistente en un nivel intermedio-alto. Deberías poder tocar el balón tres veces con fiabilidad y controlar su dirección en los ataques. 🪙 Precio: La tarifa general de una clase por persona es de 10€. Los idiomas que se hablan en la clase son inglés, alemán y español. ⏳📏 Duración y estructura: Cada clase tiene una duración de 90 minutos y se divide en tres partes principales: 1\. Calentamiento\. 2\. Ejercicios técnicos\. 3\. Juegos divertidos para poner en práctica la teoría\. \*Ten en cuenta que podría haber una oportunidad de jugar más tiempo si no tengo otra clase o juego libre con uno de mis grupos. La sesión también incluirá música para un ambiente más divertido. 🎶🥁 🤔💭 ¿Tengo que asistir siempre? Solo debes asistir a la clase cuando quieras y no hay obligación. Sin embargo, si te comprometes a asistir a una sesión, esperamos que estés presente. 🥤🧴¿Qué necesito traer al entrenamiento? Por favor, ven con ropa deportiva, trae abundante agua, gafas de sol, protector solar y una toalla para nuestras sesiones. Por favor, sé puntual y trae ropa deportiva adecuada y agua. Solo se aceptan cancelaciones con 24 horas de antelación.

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.

This is a free in-person meeting. Let's talk about relationships in such a way that you can really benefit from the knowledge. We can talk about * Soulmates * How to start a relationship * How to maintain a relationship * How to pick the right partner * How to recognize the red flags * How to improve communication * How to avoid argument and fights * How to increase trust You ask the questions, we'll talk about them. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

We connect you with up to 30 Men or Women tennis partners close to your PLAYING REGION and skill level. This program is less competitive, no champions crowned, no league standings just dedicated tennis partners who want to meet up with you on the courts. Players will meet up to play a tennis match or just to hit around. Just go through the [Join Page](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program) to enter this program. [https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program)