The Olympic Games in CHARLEROI
Training and performance venues
On the road to the Olympic dream
--Jonet Stadium of Charleroi--
Jonet Stadium
is one of the main training centers in Charleroi.
Ismaël Debjani,
Belgian record holder in the 1500 meters, regularly organizes athletics camps there. These camps allow young people to learn racing techniques and tactics under the guidance of a high-level athlete.
Ismaël Debjani shares his experience and advice, offering participants a unique opportunity to develop in a professional environment.
He participated in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
--Royal Villette Charleroi--
Royal Villette
Charleroi is an internationally renowned table tennis club.
Philippe Saive,
one of the big names in Belgian table tennis, was affiliated with this club. The club offers intensive training and has modern facilities, attracting high-level players who seek to improve their performance and prepare for international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
He participated in three Olympic Games in 1992 in Barcelona, in 1996 in Atlanta, and in 2000 in Sydney.
--Gymnos of Charleroi--
Gymnos Club of Charleroi,
specializing in artistic gymnastics, has trained athletes such as
Sigrid Persoon,
who participated in the
2000 Olympic Games. Training at Gymnos is rigorous, including technical sessions and intensive physical preparations. The club is equipped with all necessary facilities to allow gymnasts to train under optimal conditions.
--Tollyo Academy of Charleroi--
Tollyo Academy
is a training center located in Charleroi known for training high-level athletes, and
Sarah Chaari
developed her skills there from a young age.
Sarah Chaari has rapidly risen in the world of taekwondo, becoming the first Belgian to win world titles in this discipline. In 2022, she achieved the feat of winning both the junior and senior world championships, solidifying her position among the top taekwondo athletes internationally. She now aims for a medal at the
2024 Paris Olympic Games.
--Tennis Club of l'Eau d'Heure--
Tennis Club of l'Eau d'Heure
is located near Charleroi and has been a key place for the progression of
Justine Henin.
Justine Henin is known for her aggressive and complete playing style, especially for her exceptional one-handed backhand. She won seven Grand Slam titles and
an Olympic gold medal in 2004 in Athens.
--The Dome - Sports Palace of the Pays de Charleroi - Spiroudome--
The Dome
The Belgian women's national basketball team is preparing for the
2024 Paris Olympic Games,
known as the
"Belgian Cats",
they train in Charleroi.
Charleroi is an important center for basketball in Belgium thanks to its professional club, Spirou Charleroi, which offers high-quality facilities and an environment conducive to intensive training.
--The Zebra Talent - Sporting Charleroi Training Center--
The Sporting Charleroi training center
, known as Zebra Talent, plays a crucial role in developing young talents. This center offers a structure that combines academic education and intensive sports training, allowing young players to pursue their studies while following their dream of becoming professional footballers.
Mehdi Boukamir
is a player from this training center. Born in Jemeppe-sur-Sambre, he participates in the Paris 2024 Olympics with the
Moroccan team.