Sport
A quiet revolution in community-led swimming and aquatic programs is pulling thousands of Athenians — many of them first-timers — into the water this summer.
4 July 2026, 12:09 am
Sport
Registration figures for running, cycling and triathlon events in Athens have climbed sharply since 2023, and the data reveals a fitness culture that is younger, more female and more neighbourhood-driven than anyone expected.
4 July 2026, 12:09 am
Sport
From neighbourhood football clubs to weekend basketball tournaments, grassroots sport is experiencing a renaissance across the city, fostering connection and wellbeing in an increasingly fragmented world.
3 July 2026, 1:44 pm
Sport
Discover how Athens' affordable neighbourhood football clubs in Exarcheia, Psyrri, and Pangrati are building community sport beyond traditional academies.
3 July 2026, 1:43 pm
Sport
What started as a handful of climbers scaling the cliffs of Kalyvia has evolved into a thriving community reshaping how Athenians engage with extreme sport.
3 July 2026, 1:43 pm
Sport
As extreme weather threatens athletic schedules and aging facilities strain under demand, Athens faces critical questions about maintaining world-class sports infrastructure.
3 July 2026, 1:43 pm
Sport
From renovated Olympic venues to boutique studios across Kolonaki and Gazi, Athens is investing heavily in the facilities that keep athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts moving.
3 July 2026, 1:43 pm