Louis Achillle Gymnasium

Centre disciplines

Artistic gymnastics

Description

It was inaugurated in December 2006 with the French gymnastics team. This magnificent facility is home to three leading gymnastics disciplines: rhythmic gymnastics, women's artistic gymnastics and men's artistic gymnastics. New practices grouped under the term Trampoline Sport Acrobatic (TSA) such as trampoline, tumbling and acrosport are also offered. This 1,700 m² gymnasium has a sports area that can accommodate up to 90 athletes, a 200-seat spectator area and changing rooms. It has a warm-up track, bars, beams, rings and pommel horse; in total, 23 apparatus for initiation, training and competition.

Special features

The gymnasium of Louis Achille centre is a sports complex with various ancillary facilities close to a commercial area, shopping centres and two private medical clinics.

It is located in the capital city of Fort-de-France, 10 minutes from the Caribbean coast and sunny beaches.

From Fort-de-France, there is a wide range of tours and excursions offered by local taxi drivers.

Currently in the process of completing renovation work, this facility will be a tool for the promotion of this activity in the area.

Known for

Mélanie de Jesus Dos Santos is a French artistic gymnast of Martinican origin who, thanks to her exemplary performance in the French team, has created a real craze among young Martinican girls for this sport.

In 2006, the gymnasium Louis Achille welcomed the French team for a training course of preparation during its opening.

Optional extras

Meeting room Equipment available for private use Secure storage area Infirmery Floodlit facilities International airport nearby Hospital nearby Physiotherapy room Weights room Film screening room Personal security service Vehicle hire service Adapted vehicle hire service