Family plan: free skateboard lessons every Wednesday at Ground Control

From now on, Wednesday afternoons rhyme with skateboarding at Ground Control, the food court and family leisure venue just a stone's throw from the Gare de Lyon. Organized by the Comité de Roller & Skateboard de Paris, these introductory sessions are mixed, free and open to all. Join us for 1h30 of initiation, at 2pm or 3.30pm, in Ground Control's Event hall, every Wednesday.

• To be read
• Top picks for the week of May 4–10, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France
• What to do with the kids this Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Paris and Île-de-France.
• Free museums in Paris and free monuments in Île-de-France: the top cultural deals

What's on the agenda? Get ready to ride like never before, at an introductory workshop specially designed for children, including the very youngest, aged 6 and over.

The next dates for skateboard initiations for children at Ground Control :

• Wednesdays April 2, 9, 16, 30, 2025
• next dates

Please note: places are limited, so it's essential to register for one of the available slots before taking part in the skateboard initiations. The good news is that registration is free and open to all, including kids who've never set foot on a skateboard in their lives. Ready to go? Let's ride!

Ground Control: the 12th arrondissement's festive food court and committed cultural spotlight
Ground Control, near Gare de Lyon, is a hybrid third-place where gastronomy, culture and social commitment come together. With its many restaurants, bars, boutiques and events, this convivial space invites you to discover and share in a festive, accessible atmosphere. [Read more]

Hors Control, the ultimate party to get your kids swinging at Ground Control — upcoming dates announced
Once a month, Ground Control hosts a lively party just for kids: it’s called Hors Control, and it’s free and, most importantly, loads of fun! Here are the upcoming dates you won’t want to miss — mark your calendars! [Read more]