With less than three months to go until the opening ceremony on 26 July, the countdown to the 2024 Paris Olympics is officially on. Over the next couple of months athletes from around the world will be ticking off the final stages in their training in a bid to come out on top.

But you don’t have to wait until July to get a taste of the Olympics action. While the stage in Paris will be reserved for the best of the best, there are plenty of opportunities to try your hand at Olympic sports here in the UK, especially in London. From sport climbing – which was added to the Olympic roster back at Tokyo 2020 – to breaking – which will make its debut at this year’s games – there’s a sport to suit every taste.

Ready to get stuck in? Here’s a selection of the best places in London to try your hand at Olympic sports, whether you’re looking for an adrenaline rush or want to learn a new skill.

Where to try Olympic sports in London, from skateboarding to sport climbing