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Dive into the unique world of Senegalese wrestling, the country’s most popular national sport, through an immersion in a traditional school in Dakar. Between arenas, training beaches, and iconic neighborhoods like Yoff or Pikine, this workshop allows you to discover an art combining strength, technique, respect, and culture. An authentic experience, accessible even to beginners.
The session begins with a presentation of Senegalese wrestling, its history, essential rules, and emblematic rituals.
You are then guided through the steps of a traditional training session:
• Full warm-up (power, mobility, grounding),
• Introduction to basic stances,
• Balance and movement exercises,
• Learning simple and safe holds,
• Coordination and muscle strengthening work.
Depending on the training location of the day, the activity may take place on the sand, in an arena, or in a local training space. Sand provides ideal support for controlled falls, allowing gentle practice suitable for beginners.
The immersion also includes observation of wrestlers’ routines: pre-fight rituals, chants, ground strikes, symbolic gestures… all showing that wrestling is much more than a sport — it’s a living culture.
The session concludes with a light practice or an interactive exercise, in a supportive and accessible spirit.
Activities and Discoveries Around Dakar and Wrestling Areas
- Yoff Beach / Cité de la Cassation Beach Iconic places where wrestlers train at sunrise.
- Pikine or Yoff Arena (depending on availability) The vibrant heart of major local matches.
- Dakar Corniche Perfect for a sporty walk after the workshop.
- Popular neighborhoods linked to wrestling Streets, houses, training halls, lively atmosphere.
- Nearby markets and workshops To explore the cultural environment surrounding this sport.
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