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Brussels Runners - Tuesday Intervals
We do cycles of 4-6 weeks, with a progressive load, and a recovery week at the end of the cycle.
Session:
* 10 - 20’ warm up (easy run and drills)
* Core session (ie. 6x5' - 2' recovery)
* Cool down
We run together during Warm-up, and cool down and tey to regroup during recovery time. Paces are not imposed (everyone runs at his/her own pace) given the intensity suggested.
Notes:
It's NOT required to have an activity tracker or smart watch to be able to follow the session, as I'll be giving signals with a whistle.
Intervals training is not advised for total beginners. To have an idea, the average pace at the warm up is around 5'45"/km-6'15"/km so this pace should feel very comfortable
***Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability.***
By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró, African Dance Classes/Cours
EN (FR en bas):
We're still accepting people in our classes. Join us!
-step 1: Book here! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html)
-step 2: Show up!
[Schedule](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#schedule)
Fees :
[All info on trials, packs, subscriptions here](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#fees)
Locations:
-Rue Brialmont 7, Brussels
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Intro - 1:
From base to the dancefloor!
When you come for the first time we go over the base & rhythm with you. Then you are included in the group and everybody learns the same new steps for which you just need the base.
Practice makes perfect: just relax and enjoy Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop and/or Forró!
Our group is very welcoming and looking forward to meet new dancers!
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Roots I - 2:
Ready to go deeper on Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop &/or Forró? Let's go!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers)
Salsa, Forró Roots II - 3:
Looking for #SalsaChallenge? Already familiar with Forró Root? We've got your back!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates)
More info:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be](https://www.danceproject.be)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
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FR:
Nous acceptons encore de nouvelles personnes dans nos cours. Rejoins-nous !
-1ère pas : Fait ta réservation ! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html)
-2ème pas : Vient danser !
[Horaire](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#horaire)
Les prix :
[Toutes les infos sur les essais, packs, abonnements ici](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#prix)
Endroits :
-Rue Brialmont 7, Bruxelles
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Intro - 1 :
De la base à la piste de danse !
Lorsque tu nous rejoins on voit la base et le rythme avec toi. Ensuite, tu es inclus dans le groupe et tout le monde apprend les mêmes pas pour lesquelles tu as juste besoin de la base.
C'est en forgeant qu'on devient forgeron : détend-toi et profite la Salsa, de la Bachata, du Lindy Hop et/ou du Forró !
Notre groupe est très accueillant et a hâte de rencontrer de nouveaux danseurs !
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Roots I - 2 :
Prêt à approfondir la Salsa, la Bachata, le Lindy Hop &/ou le Forró ? Allons-y!
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities)
Salsa, Forró Roots II - 3 :
Tu cherches #DefiSalsa ? Tu connais déjà Forró Roots ? Nous sommes là pour toi !
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires)
Plus d’info:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html](https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
29th Belgium NLP Meetup
**Now that Claude Code is writing our software, what are you doing with all that free time?**
Here's an idea: come spend it with us at the next Belgium NLP Meetup! Our next event will take us back to **BeCentral**, Brussels' prime digital campus, where we're hosted by our friends at Campfire AI.
Go ahead and schedule that long Claude job for the evening of **May 5th**.
Doors open at 7pm for pizza, talks are planned between 7.30pm and 9pm, and after that there's more time for networking and drinks.
The first two talks of the evening are already confirmed. The final presentation will be added in the coming weeks.
**Small, specialized, agentic – One Year of Fine-tuning Local Vision LLMs.**
*Adriaan Lemmens & Ilia Breitburg (Klassif.AI)*
Local LLMs are getting better each year. The smaller the model, the more impressive. While the big labs' closed models still win as generalists, we've been working on fine-tuning our own specialist for enterprise document processing on top of an open-weights base, adapted for use in our custom agent harness and for visual layout reasoning. Recent iterations come within spitting distance of much larger models at a fraction of the size and token usage. In this talk, we share why and how we did it, as well as what it means for how we build efficient agentic systems at Klassif.ai even with hosted models.
**Why NLP is More Alive Than Ever in the Age of LLMs.**
*Tomas Staelens & Jean-Charles Nadé (Campfire AI)*
The hype surrounding Generative AI has led many to believe that traditional NLP is a thing of the past, but the reality on the ground is different. In this talk, Tomas and Charly dive into why "just prompting it" often fails in enterprise environments where cost and ROI are non-negotiable. They will showcase the synergy between NLP and LLMs and argue that the future belongs to a hybrid architecture. Finally, they will share practical patterns for using NLP as a guardrail and optimizer for AI workflows.
**Building AI‑native agentic extraction for commercial leases: the grown‑up path**
*Frederik Durant (Reavant)*
The art of agentic engineering is transforming the software development life cycle at an unprecedented pace. In this new arms race, AI engineers, software architects, and DevOps practitioners are expected to deliver 10x the impact without compromising quality or accountability. In this talk, Frederik will candidly describe his human experience so far navigating this professional identity shift. Additionally, he will show how his company Reavant built an agentic extraction system for complex tenancy documents, and what this taught him about going truly AI‑native.
French Language Meetup @ Ibis Hotel off Grand Place
Do you like keeping your French up to date? Or do you want to help the ones that need some help here? If so, this meet up activity might be something for you :)
Let's meet in order to have conversations in French together!
* How to find us? -
This meetup will take place at an easy to find venue, which is very close to subway station Gare Central and nearly to Grande place Brussels In this venue, it's possible to eat a little something - or to just have some drinks.
we are in the hotel there is the big table ,
If you want speak with a few people you can change your chair or your place.
For those who already speak a bit of French -
ANYONE that can take part in the Meet up without having to ask "What does this mean?" all the time, is MORE than welcome!
(And yes, pretending to understand it all and "Nodd and smile IS allowed :) )
Because reading and listening are very good teachers too...
In fact anything that doesn't slow down practicing the language goes :)
Or in more strict words: this Meet up is not the best place to go to for absolute beginners
If you can not find call please Olivier 0476600552 or Mehrdad 0486652242
[https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rue+du+March%C3%A9+Aux+Herbes+100,+1000+Bruxelles/@50.8466178,4.3551211,3a,28.7y,35.83h,95.4t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1spHFBcXTJGMiNd7y_1PFAgg!2e0!7i16384!8i8192!4m5!3m4!1s0x47c3c47f9e11971f:0x7c45bfb50b08362a!8m2!3d50.8467965!4d4.3553835](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rue+du+March%C3%A9+Aux+Herbes+100,+1000+Bruxelles/@50.8466178,4.3551211,3a,28.7y,35.83h,95.4t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1spHFBcXTJGMiNd7y_1PFAgg!2e0!7i16384!8i8192!4m5!3m4!1s0x47c3c47f9e11971f:0x7c45bfb50b08362a!8m2!3d50.8467965!4d4.3553835)
Address is Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 100
Enjoy the Meetup!
Salsa in the park 💃🕺
💃🕺 Salsa Tuesdays at Cinquantenaire!
Join us this Tuesday under the arches for an evening of dancing, music, and great vibes ☀️
✨ Schedule:6:30 PM – Beginners7:30 PM – Intermediate8:30 PM – Improvers
🎉 First class is FREE for all newcomers!💰 Single class: €15 | 5 classes: €65 | 10 classes: €120
Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your moves, come be part of our growing salsa community 💛
See you on the dance floor! 🎶
Walking Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Country Side Morning Hike Ittre, the first center of Europe
Kick off your day with a refreshing sporty hike in the region of Ittre, the first center of Europe.
### 🥾 The Plan
* 3-hour hike at a **sporty pace**
* Small group for a focused and great experience
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### 🚗 Car Sharing
We meet at a metro station and drive together to Ittre (30min)
**In the comments please mention if you can offer a ride or if you need a ride.**
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Oyster farm in Zeeland + walk by the sea
Hi all!
Let’s head to Zeeland in the Netherlands, a beautiful coastal region bordering Belgium.
We’ll first stop in Yerseke, the famous oyster village (of course, to eat 🦪), and then continue exploring the area with a walk along the seaside, dunes, and dikes. We will be adjusting the itinerary based on the weather conditions and how the day goes.
Meeting point: Tournay-Solvaypark Entrance (Boitsfort Train Station)
💶 Contribution: €20 per person, which covers fuel, parking, as well as snacks and drinks along the way. Kindly complete your registration before signing up. Thank you.
Yifei Yang
BE79 6509 1524 4133
Communication: your name+ event
Group size: small and cozy — 7 seats in the van.
If you prefer to drive your own car you’re very welcome to join us as well (No need for payment)
In this case, please contact the organizers.
🏃♂️ Social Run at Parc du Cinquantenaire — 5K
**Come join us for a friendly social run at Parc du Cinquantenaire 🌳🏛️**
We’ll meet at Parc du Cinquantenaire, Brussels and run either 5 km, depending on how everyone feels on the day.
All levels are welcome 🤝 The focus is on enjoying the run, staying active, and meeting new people.
Bring your running shoes 👟, water 💧, and positive energy ⚡.
**📍 Location: Parc du Cinquantenaire, Brussels**
📞 **Contact: 0471695419**
Let’s enjoy a great run together! 🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
Hike Vielsalm – Stavelot – Trois Ponts (29 km)
This hike takes us through the ***heart of the Ardennes*** from Vielsalm to Trois-Ponts. We start in Vielsalm, a town known for its ***deep forests and Ardennes traditions*** and follow mostly woodland paths along the ***GR 5*** and the **Promenade du Sanglier**. In Stavelot, home to the ***impressive Abbey of Stavelot*** we join the ***GR 14 for the final stretch*** leading us through ***rolling valleys*** to our destination in Trois-Ponts.
***After our hike*** we continue our good habit of ***taking a nice beer/pancake/snack in a local pub*** in Trois Ponts before returning to Brussels.
**Please don't forget to pay Maikel a drink :-)**
We will walk at ***an average speed of 5km/h*** both on paved and unpaved roads. ***I’ve never walked this road before so it’s possible that there are some mistakes in the planning***. This means it could become longer.
***●●Meeting point***
We meet at ***08h45 in front of the Starbucks in Brussels Central***. The train ( IC507-Eupen) leaves from ***platform 3 at 09h00***. It arrives at ***09h59 in Liège-Guillemins*** where we change to train ( IC5310 - Troisvierges) leaving from ***platform 4 at 10h07***. We arrive at our ***destination Vielsalm at 11h12*** and start our hike to Trois-Ponts.
***●● Train tickets***
\- single ticket Brussels to Vielsalm \(14\,90 € weekend / 09\,00 € with train card\+\)
\- single ticket Trois\-Ponts to Brussels \(14\,90 € weekend / 9\,00 € with train card\+\)
***●● Trains back to Brussels***
There is a train from Trois-Ponts to Brussels at ***17h02, 19h02 and 21h02***.
***LAST TRAIN = 21h02***
**●● Specifics**
distance: \~ 29 km
elevation gain: \~ 548 m
net walking time ***(breaks are not included here):*** \~ 6h00
level: ***intermediate – hiking expercience is an advantage***
***In the unlikely case of too bad weather we may cancel a hike even few hours before the event. If this must happen we will of course update the Meetup website and send out an email to those registered. So, it is important to have access to either the [Meetup](http://meetup.com/) website and/or your emails.***
**●● *What to bring***
\- warm comfortable hiking clothes – *waterproof hiking shoes*
\- extra socks to change \+ compeed for blisters
\- enough water \(min 2 l\) and food for lunch/breaks
\- sun protection oil\, tick repellent\, a hat and sunglasses OR a raincoat
(please consult the weather forecast on [www.meteo.be](http://www.meteo.be/))
**\- some cash money to pay Maikel a drink ;\-\)**
**●● *Basic rules***
Please RSVP only if **you really intend to come**. And if your plans change **update your RSVP** so other people still have the possibility to join. This is basic courtesy towards others. **People who cancel at the last day (24h) or don’t show up for the hike will be blacklisted for future hikes.**
**When you are on the waitinglist it means you should not come to the hike. When there is no +1 function it means you can't bring any guests. Everyone should register for him/her self.**
**●● Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability**
**By signing up for this event you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.**
Thursday 5k Park Run
Let’s shake off the Thursday blues with some easy kilometers. This is a no-drop social run designed to keep the heart rate down and the vibes high.
**The Details**
Meetup: 18:55 (for a quick briefing)
Start Time: 19:00h
📍**Meeting Point:** Guingette Maurice, Parc Du Cinquaintenaire
👟 Target Pace: 6:30 – 7:00 min/km
Distance: 5.0 km
Effort Level: Conversational. If you can't speak in full sentences, we're going too fast!
📝 Note
No Bag/Sweater Drop
House of Vibes
More than just a festival, HOUSE OF VIBES is a musical and artistic journey that takes place in an exceptional building : the former Demeuldre porcelain factory listed as heritage site.
During two days, local and international DJs, labels, producers, and visual artists come together to share their passion and create connections between music scenes and audiences, in a Art Nouveau hidden architectural gem in Brussels,
On the program: 14 Dj sets 100% vinyl featuring a variety of styles, a group exhibition, listening sessions, performances, and talks in an immersive atmosphere where music and art come together.
House of Vibes is a space for discovery, dancing, and connection for all those who live and breathe music.
Join the vibe! All infos [talk-cec.com](https://talk-cec.com/index.php/house-of-vibes/)
Talk C.E.C ✨141 Chaussée de Wavre, 1050 Brussels✨
Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10
⏰ 2:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
In collaboration with Vollenbak Brussels
Logo illustration art by Mondo di Enzo
LINEUP :
Medouz (hip-hop)
Bello Record (chill groove, chill house) invites Nikita, Gunni, Rosie from the Block (BE)
David Post (house)
Matteo Gatti (minimal, tech house)
Vollenbak (minimal, bounce) invites Poppy, Zapped Berlin
Teresa Ye (ambient meditative session)
Lucille Alison (funk)
Costa (house dance lesson)
Dusty Fingers (jazz, blues)
ART EXHIBITION :
Mondo di Enzo
Cimon
L'Altro Andrea
Hannah Onéésan
Trias
TALKS :
Medouz
Ryan Mitrovich from Vinyl Alliance
Pieter De Wagter (EQuuS Studio)
Sunday Run (~15-16k)
Join us on our weekly Sunday run to get your day started on the right foot. Whether you're a first-timer with the Brussels Runners or a familiar face, we can't wait to see you there!
What to Expect:
Distance : \~15-16 km.
Pace : \~6 min/km.
Mixed Terrain : A combination of dirt paths, forest trails, and possibly some road sections.
Scenic Views : Enjoy the beauty of nature as we traverse diverse landscapes.
Good Company : Run with like-minded individuals and make new friends.
Post-Run Coffee : Optional post-run gathering for refreshments and camaraderie.
**No Bag Drop**
Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability.
By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Questions and comments are welcome.
Walking Events Near You
Connect with your local Walking community
Civic Park Hike
Join us for 2 loops of the 1.1 mile trail surrounding Civic Park In Reynoldsburg this Thursday (5/7) at 6:30 pm. This is a fully paved trail so no worries about mud after a rainy week. Just come and get some exercise while connecting with others.
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.**
**Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social.
**Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do.
**If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.**
**This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.**
Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC.
Walk RSVP **$2**
Walk / DuckPin Social **$5**
Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12**
Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee
Mindful Photography Walk – A Gentle Pause in Nature
Join me for a small, mindful photography walk in nature. (**NOTE Time is 9:00 AM EST(Meetup is having technical Issue))**
This is a slow, intentional gathering — not focused on fitness or perfect photography — but on simply pausing, observing, and being present.
We’ll walk at a gentle pace, with moments of quiet, and a few light prompts to help you notice details you might normally miss.
📷 You don’t need any photography experience — a phone camera is enough.
This is also not a business networking event. It’s a calm space to connect with nature and, if it feels natural, with like-minded people.
🌿 What to expect:
• A slow-paced, relaxed walk
• Moments of silence and observation
• Simple reflection prompts
📍 Location: [ Red Trabue Nature Preserve]
⏱ Duration: \~60 minutes
This is a small, initial gathering as I begin creating this space through WellGratiVibes — a blend of mindfulness, nature, and quiet connection.
If this resonates with you, you’re welcome to join.
New Route: Over the Bridge and Through the Roses
We'll meet at the flagpole in the **Ridgeview Middle School** parking lot (4241 Rudy Rd). Parking there is fine on Sundays.
From the school, we cross OH-315 and the Olentangy River via the **Olentangy Trail Pedestrian Bridge**, then walk past **Whetstone Pond** and through **Columbus Park of Roses**, turning back at the **Whetstone Branch of Columbus Metropolitan Library**. About 4 miles round trip, roughly 1.5 hours.
Click [this Google Maps link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jPCyEUyA2st8uWks5?g_st=i) to view the route.
All paces welcome. See you there.
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

























