News for the 2024 school year
It's going to be a harmonious autumn for you, after an Olympic summer that saw Roman Mityukov, a regular at the Harmony clubs in Veyrier and La Praille, shine with bronze in the 200m backstroke!
A huge bravo to Roman Mityukov, who you've probably come across in Veyrier or La Praille, for his bronze medal in the 200m backstroke.
CLUB LIFE
Last places for the Swim School!
Last places available for our swimming lessons of the fall in the clubs of Veyrier, Denges, and Les Ailes.
Whether you'd like to introduce your toddlers to swimming with our baby swimmers, make progress at our swim school, explore artistic swimming, or benefit from personalized support with private or semi-private lessons, we offer courses to suit all ages and levels.
Need a test to find out your child's level?
Contact us on 022 752 54 54 (Veyrier), 022 798 72 98 (Les Ailes), or +41 21 803 03 33 (Denges).
Register now and dive into the Aqua Harmony experience!
GLAND & VEYRIER
Dance classes :
The U Dance Studio & Balance Lab
GLAND & VEYRIER
New: Discover The U Dance Studio & Balance Lab
Whether you are passionate about hip-hop or contemporary and classical dance, there is an option for everyone, from 4 years old. Balance Lab offers elegant and sophisticated classes, while The U Dance Studio invites you to express your creativity with style and rhythm.
THE U DANCE STUDIO
Founded by American choreographer Yurizza, the school offers commercial dance classes inspired by viral videos from Los Angeles. Suitable for all levels and ages, the courses are supervised by professional teachers in a positive and fun environment. Take advantage of a free and non-binding first lesson to discover this new discipline.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Classes, days and times:
- Tuesday 7:45pm-8:45pm : Beginner Hip-hop Commercial)
- Wednesday 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. : Commercial Kids 6 – 9 years old)
- Wednesday 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. : Commercial Kids 10 – 14 years old
- Wednesday 8:00pm-9:00pm : Commercial Grooves All Levels
- Thursday 7:45pm-8:45pm : Commercial Grooves All Levels
Price:
First free trial class. And that's not all: as a Harmony member, get a special discount on the annual membership if you bring your friends!
News:
More information: contact The U Dance Studio by e-mail: TheUdancestudio@gmail.com.
THE BALANCE LAB SCHOOL
Balance Lab, a dance school created by Léa Bouverat, opened its doors on August 26, 2024 in the Harmony Fitness in Versoix. The school offers contemporary dance and classical dance classes from the age of 4. If you're interested, you can take advantage of a free trial class!
Classes, days and times:
- Monday 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm: Dance Awakening 4-5 years old
- Monday 5:20 pm – 6:20 pm: Introduction to contemporary dance 6-7 years old
- Monday 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm: Contemporary dance beginner/intermediate level Teens/adults
- Wednesday 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm: Introductory ballet 6-7 years old
- Wednesday 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm: Ballet 8-12 years old
- Wednesday 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm: Contemporary dance 8-12 years old
Price :
First lesson free of charge.
Information:
Léa is available by e-mail, telephone and WhatsApp to answer any questions you may have and looks forward to meeting you: ecole@balance-lab.ch or 079 564 876 07
HOOK
A Sporting and Solidarity Back-to-School at the Praille club
There is no question of letting go of the energy of summer! So we've prepared two signature events to help you stay fit and support an important cause. Let's combine sport, well-being, and solidarity with Fitness Reborn and our commitment to Pink October.
FITNESS REBORN
On Saturday 21 September, it's back to school with our Fitness Reborn event. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, get back in shape with our passionate coaches in a motivating and energetic atmosphere.
- Zumba : 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- Yoga : 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Body Combat : 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Pilates : 1:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Body Pump : from 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm
- Body Attack : from 15:15 to 16:00
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Date:
September 21 from 10:15 to 16:00.
Price:
Free for members, CHF 20 for non-members.
Registration:
For more information, contact us by e-mail at praille@harmony.ch or by phone at 022.308.58.58.
PINK OCTOBER SUPPORT
In support of the fight against breast cancer, Harmony is organizing two events on the esplanade of the Praille Shopping Center:
- September 28 : Body Combat from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- October 5 : Zumba from 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Dates and times:
September 28 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
October 5: Zumba from 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Price:
The courses are open to all, with the possibility of making donations to the Foundation for Breast Cancer Screening.
Registration:
For more information, contact us by e-mail at praille@harmony.ch or by phone at 022.308.58.58.
COINTRIN LES AILES & BLANDONNET
FOR THE START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR, IT'S PARTY TIME AT HARMONY!
COINTRIN – THE WINGS
10th Members' Day not to be missed!
On September 1, 2024, meet at the Cointrin Sports Center – Piscine des Ailes for a festive day organized by Harmony. On the program: entertainment, sports classes, DJ, and much more.
ON THE PROGRAM
We have a great sporty day in store for you, friendly to start the new school year on a high note!
- 10:00 am : Harmony Aquagym class (limited to 15 people and upon registration)
- 12:00 pm : Grills (sausages, fries and mixed salad)
- 2:00 pm : Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA with the Shinbudo Academy.
- 3:00 p.m. : First dive.
- 4:00 p.m. : Harmony Olympiad for all.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Date:
September 1 from 10:00 a.m.
Price:
Free activities for our members. CHF12.– Grilling
Registration:
Aquagym online registration at 022 798 72 98.
Pre-reservation for the grill at the poolside refreshment area or at 022 788 64 55.
For further information, contact the Centre Sportif de Cointrin - Piscine des Ailes - at 022 798 72 98 or ailes@harmony.ch.
BLANDONNET
Vernier Special Event
On September 14, take part in the event co-organized by the city of Vernier and Harmony. Head to the Chemin des Ailes for a sports day with Zumba classes, fitness sessions for young people, and Pilates.
ON THE PROGRAM
We have a great sporty day in store for you, friendly to start the new school year on a high note! The activities offered are:
- Zumba: from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm with Benjamin.
- Harmony Kids: from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm for 8-11 year olds.
- Harmony Teens: from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm for 12-16 year olds.
- Pilates: from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm with Linda.
BLANDONNET
New courses for kids and teens: Harmony Kids and Harmony Teens
Parents, give your children the opportunity to exercise and have fun at the same time, with our fun sports sessions specially designed for young people aged 8 to 16. These classes offer a fun and dynamic approach to sport, combining interactive games, adapted exercises and group activities. The aim is to develop their physical fitness, while building team spirit and self-confidence.
ON THE PROGRAM
- Physical development: Improve coordination, endurance, strength and flexibility through varied, stimulating activities.
- Team spirit: Strengthen team collaboration through team games and group challenges.
- Creativity and entertainment: Use of role-playing, obstacles and fun courses to make the exercise more attractive.
- Mental Health: Promoting self-confidence, discipline and stress management through sport.
HOLIDAY COURSES & KIDS CLUB
DENGES & VEYRIER
Multi-activity vacation camps
and the new Kids Club
For this new school year, offer your children the best of swimming. Sign them up for the multi-activity camps for the next holidays for moments filled with adventures. Fun, learning and sport guaranteed!
KIDS CLUB VEYRIER
We are expanding our offer with an hourly childcare service, Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Entrust us with your children while you enjoy your sports session.
Days and times:
Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Price:
Registration:
Contact the Veyrier club on +41 22 752 54 54 or veyrier@harmony.ch
MULTI-ACTIVITY COURSES
Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 17:30. Our workshops offer lots of fun activities: Pilates, creative workshops, rhythm music classes, and much more. All these adventures are supervised by super nice, qualified and qualified animators, experts in youth and sport.
Dates and times :
During the vacations.
Daily in Denges, weekly in Veyrier.
Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30.
Prices :
Daily: CHF 90, weekly week: CHF 550.
Registration:
Contact the Veyrier club on +41 22 752 54 54 or veyrier@harmony.ch and the Denges club on +41 21 803 03 33 or denges@harmony.ch
NEW POOL AND FITNESS SCHEDULE
Changes have been made to the course schedule for the Denges swimming pool and fitness club. They can be viewed directly on the Denges page.
INFORMATION
Contact the Denges club on +41 21 803 03 33 or denges@harmony.ch
VEYRIER
New Courses Specially Designed for You :
Well-being and Confidence in Water
We are delighted to introduce you to our new courses, designed to meet the specific needs of everyone. Whether you're a mom-to-be, a senior, or want to conquer your fear of water, we have the right program to help you feel good and confident.
MOTHERS-TO-BE COURSES
Mothers-to-be, come and take care of yourself and your baby during our dedicated aquatic sessions. In partnership with a midwife, these sessions are specially designed to offer you a moment of relaxation, while working on your breathing, your balance and your relaxation. Let yourself be carried away by the water for total well-being and prepare serenely for the arrival of your child.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Day and times:
Tuesday at 7:30 pm and Thursday at 2:00 pm.
Price:
Pack of 10 sessions at CHF 350.
Registration:
Find out more and book your place now at reception or by phone on 022 752 54 54 or by email veyrier@harmony.ch
COURSES FOR SENIORS (+65 YEARS)
It's never too late to learn to swim or improve your technique! Our senior classes are perfect for those who want to keep fit, while meeting new people. In small groups, you'll learn how to feel comfortable in the water, perfect your movements, and enjoy the benefits of swimming safely and at your own pace.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Days and times:
Tuesday at 3:00 pm and Thursday at 10:30 am.
Price:
Pack of 10 sessions at CHF 350.
Registration:
Find out more and book your place now at reception or by phone on 022 752 54 54 or by email veyrier@harmony.ch
COURSES FOR AQUAPHOBES
Are you afraid of water? This course is for you! Designed for teens and adults, our program will help you tame the water gently. In small groups, you will work on breathing, flotation and immersions, to gradually feel confident. Once you've completed this step, you'll be able to start learning the basics of swimming and move around the water safely.
Day and time:
Tuesday at 11:00 am.
Price :
Pack of 10 sessions at CHF 350.00
Registration:
Find out more and reserve your place now at reception or by telephone on 022 752 54 54 or by e-mail veyrier@harmony.ch
Portrait of CHAMPION
Congratulations to Roman Mityukov: A bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games!
We are extremely proud to announce that Geneva-born Roman Mityukov of Genève Natation 1885 (GN1885) has won the bronze medal in the 200m backstroke at the Paris Olympic Games. This incredible achievement is the result of many efforts and sacrifices, but also reflects the best that Geneva, with its favorable environment, can offer.
Roman Mityukov is much more than just an Olympic medallist: he is the product of a local sporting ecosystem that has nurtured and supported his ambitions. Since his early days in Geneva's swimming pools, he has benefited from exceptional coaching, starting with Geneva Swimming 1885, a club with historically strong links to Harmony.
These links go back several decades, with Luciano Luppi, founder and director of the Harmony Group, who, along with his wife Véronique Luppi, dived into Geneva's pools at an early age. Luciano and Véronique, both children of competitive swimming, were swimming coaches for many years, first with Carouge and then with Genève Natation 1885. This passion for swimming has not only shaped their personal
careers, but also the history of Harmony.
For almost 15 years, Luciano Luppi has volunteered as President of Geneva Swimming 1885, providing invaluable support to the club. Thanks to solid partnerships, Harmony enriches the training conditions of GN1885 athletes by offering them access to state-of-the-art sports facilities. Roman Mityukov, among others, benefits from exceptional training facilities in La Praille, Eaux-Vives and Veyrier. In addition, he and his training group have regular access to morning sessions at the Harmony Veyrier swimming pool, enabling them to train in optimum conditions all year round.
Our most sincere congratulations go to Roman for his determination and hard work, to GN1885 for its constant support, and to all the local synergies that make such successes possible. Harmony is proud to be part of this sporting fabric and to make a concrete contribution to the development of our champions. We see ourselves as a local company, and we're proud to see our efforts bear fruit.
Don't forget that we also have an excellent and friendly swimming school, Aqua'Harmony. Roman himself once started learning to swim with local instructors, just like those we train. Registrations for our swimming school at Harmony Veyrier are now open: this could be where the next champion
the next champion!
Well done to Roman, well done to Genève Natation 1885, and well done to everyone involved in this magnificent success story.
HEALTHY side
Cucumber salad goes viral: a TikTok trend that's shaking up Iceland
A simple recipe for cucumber salad has become a phenomenon on TikTok, even leading to a shortage of the ingredient in Iceland. This trend shows just how much social networks can influence our food choices. Discover how this refreshing salad can also brighten up your meals with an easy, flavorful recipe.
In Iceland, a salad recipe went viral on TikTok, causing an unexpected shortage of cucumbers across the country. The influencer who shared the recipe quickly caught the attention of users, leading to a sudden increase in demand for this specific ingredient. Stores were inundated with requests, and several were forced to announce stock-outs. This incident shows the extent to which social networks can influence local markets and change consumer habits in record time.
In just a few days, a culinary trend disrupted the supply of a staple food, underlining TikTok's ability to propel products into the spotlight, sometimes beyond local production and distribution capabilities. This phenomenon is one of a series of examples where social media platforms have had a direct and tangible impact on the trade and availability of certain products, revealing a new dynamic in the relationship between digital trends and the real world. The Iceland case could well serve as a textbook example of how viral phenomena can impact the local economy in unpredictable ways.
Cucumber Salad Inspired by TikTok
Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp. tahini
- 2 tsp. harissa
- 1 tbsp. Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
- 2 tbsp. chopped coriander
- 1 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds
- A pinch of salt
Instructions :
Mix the tahini, harissa, yoghurt, lemon juice and pomegranate molasses. Add the cucumber slices and shake to coat well. Add the coriander and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.