Ucpa Sport Vacances

Name

Ucpa Sport Vacances

Legal name

UCPA Sport Vacances

Website

https://www.ucpa.asso.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Tourism and Leisure Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Regional/Continental Confederations & Associations (MPAKAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB)

Keywords

• Sports vacation packages
• Urban sports multiplex
• Aquatic center management
• Professional sports training
• Social inclusion programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Arcueil

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Vacances sportives et séjours: Vente de séjours sportifs tout compris avec hébergement, encadrement, equipment et repas pour enfants, adolescents et jeunes adultes
2. Location d'équipements sportifs: Exploitation de multiplexes sportifs urbains (UCPA Sport Station) avec accès libre, encadré ou surveillé
3. Formation professionnelle: UCPA Formation propose des formations BPJEPS, BNSSA et diplômes du sport avec financement OPCO et alternance
4. Gestion déléguée d'équipements: Exploitation de piscines et centres aquatiques pour le compte de collectivités territoriales (régie intéressée, affermage)
5. Encadrement sportif et colonies: Accueil de mineurs en colonies de vacances avec animateurs BAFA et directeurs BAFD

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UCPA Sport Vacances is a French non-profit association that sells all-inclusive sports vacation packages (accommodation, full board, equipment, professional instruction across 78 activities at 130 nature destinations), operates urban multi-sport multiplexes (UCPA Sport Station) and aquatic complexes (UCPA Aqua Stadium), manages public sports facilities under delegated contracts for municipalities, delivers professional sports diplomas through UCPA Formation, and runs solidarity inclusion programs (Le Phare, De la Ville à la Mer).

Product overview

UCPA Sport Vacances operates as a nonprofit sports association offering sports vacation packages, urban sports multiplexes, aquatic centers, and professional training. The core offering includes UCPA Sport Station multiplexes (Bordeaux Brazza, Nantes, Paris 19, Meudon, Grand Reims) combining multiple indoor/outdoor sports with hospitality, UCPA Aqua Stadium aquatic facilities, all-inclusive sports vacation packages with supervised activities across 130 nature destinations in France, UCPA Formation professional training programs for aquatic and sports professions, and solidarity programs like Le Phare (free facility access) and De la Ville à la Mer (nautical inclusion for disadvantaged youth). The portfolio spans 78 supervised sports activities, 114 vacation centers and sports facilities, and 154 different professions within the sports sector.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UCPA Sport Station: Urban multiplex sports destinations combining multiple sports activities (swimming, fitness, climbing, racket sports) in city centers, open 7 days a week
• UCPA Sport Access
• UCPA Aqua Stadium
• De la Ville à la Mer
• Le Phare
• Savoir-Nager

Products and services

• UCPA Sport Station Urban multi-sport multiplex destinations combining indoor and outdoor sports facilities (climbing, fitness, racket sports, swimming, ice sports) with hospitality services, located in Bordeaux Brazza, Nantes, Paris 19, Meudon and Grand Reims. Open to the general public, families, urban active users, schools and clubs.
• UCPA Aqua Stadium Aquatic sports complexes combining swimming instruction, competitive sports, fitness and wellness activities. Features include Olympic pools, learning pools, aquabike, hammams and saunas. Locations include Mérignac, Tourcoing, Lunéville, Valence, Blois and Aubergenville. For municipalities, schools, sports clubs and the general public.
• Vacances Sportives UCPA All-inclusive sports vacation packages with supervised activities, equipment rental, accommodation and full board across 130 nature destinations in France. Over 200,000 people travel annually, including 45,000+ children in summer colos and 40,000+ young adults. Targets families, young adults, schools and amateur outdoor sports enthusiasts.
• UCPA Formation Professional training organization offering sports education diplomas including BNSSA and BPJEPS AAN. Offers apprenticeships in aquatic professions with OPCO funding, 93% exam pass rate (2023) and 97% employability for aquatic graduates (2021-2023).
• Le Phare Solidarity program providing free access to sports facilities for families without access to leisure activities. Implemented across 16 sports facilities in 8 French regions with 5,000 free places allocated in 2024, distributed through charity partners (Secours Catholique, Secours Populaire, Restos du Coeur, Emmaüs).
• De la Ville à la Mer Social inclusion program enabling youth from disadvantaged neighborhoods in Marseille to discover nautical activities (sailing, kayaking, paddle, windsurfing). Over 150 nautical sessions per year serving 2,000+ beneficiaries; 10,500 beneficiaries since 2020.
• UCPA Sport Access Territorial development service assisting local authorities and territories in creating, developing and managing sports facilities and recreational offerings for the general public. Includes conception, realization and management of sports spaces.
• UCPA Sport Station Hostel Paris Combined youth hostel (61 rooms, 230 beds) and 3,000 m² sports multiplex featuring climbing, squash, padel, badminton and fitness in Paris 19th arrondissement's Îlot Fertile eco-district. 350,000 expected annual users.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200,000 vacationers annually with 45,000+ children in summer colos
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, major, minor and core.

• E2C MarseilleflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Ecole de la Deuxième Chance - co-porteur of Regate 4 Med 2026 for Mediterranean youth inclusion through sailing.
• Tibu AfricaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Youth development organization co-porteur of Regate 4 Med 2026, bringing participants from Mediterranean countries.
• Surfrider FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Environmental organization providing workshops on marine protection for Odyssée des Minots 2025 expedition.
• Fondation Tara OcéanmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Ocean research foundation providing environmental education workshops for Odyssée des Minots youth participants.
• CPIE - Côte ProvençaleminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Environmental education organization providing workshops for Odyssée des Minots 2025.
• Bouygues Bâtiment Île-de-FrancemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Construction contractor for UCPA Sport Station Hostel Paris 19 (24M€ investment, delivery 2021).
• CogedimflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Promoter for UCPA Sport Station Nantes project as part of Euronantes development. Led winning bid with UCPA for Îlot 4B.
• Bouygues Bâtiment Grand OuestmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Constructor for UCPA Sport Station Nantes project in Euronantes development.
• LinkcityflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Promoter for UCPA Sport Station Hostel Paris 19 project in 'Îlot fertile' ecoquartier under Réinventer Paris initiative.
• TVK ArchitectsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Architecture firm for UCPA Sport Station Hostel Paris 19 in Îlot fertile ecoquartier project.
• Nexity / OGICflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerReal estate developer partners for UCPA Sport Station Meudon in Pointe de Trivaux ecoquartier (22M€ investment).
• Marc MimrammajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead architect for UCPA Sport Station Meudon project in ecoquartier development.
• Vinci Construction France / Adim EstflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction group for UCPA Sport Station Grand Reims (49.6M€ total investment) alongside Caisse des Dépôts.
• Dalkia (Groupe EDF)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaintenance and technical operations partner for UCPA Sport Station Grand Reims facility management.
• ADIM / NP2F Architectes / ArteliaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment and architecture team for UCPA Sport Station Bordeaux Brazza (26M€ investment, opened May 2023).
• Secours CatholiquecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCatholic charity distributing 900 free places annually through 14 local federations for Le Phare family sports access program.
• Secours Populaire FrançaiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPopular charity distributing Le Phare free sports access places to disadvantaged families across France.
• Restos du CoeurmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFood bank charity partner for Le Phare program bringing youth from disadvantaged backgrounds to nautical activities.
• EmmaüsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHomeless charity partner distributing Le Phare sports access to families and youth in insertion programs.
• CARPE DIEM 21minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCancer support association receiving free weekly aquagym sessions at Piscine Olympique Dijon for long-term illness patients.
• Conseil Départemental des Côtes d'OrminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDepartmental council benefiting from 'surbooking social' program allowing children in welfare programs free swimming lessons.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Club Med: Operates all-inclusive sports-oriented resort villages in France and internationally with supervised multi-sport programs. Most comparable to UCPA Vacances Sportives for the all-inclusive sports-vacation customer, though Club Med is a premium commercial operator rather than a non-profit.
• VVF Villages: French vacation-village operator offering family outdoor and nature stays across a national network. Closest direct comparator to UCPA's 114-village footprint and family/colos segment, with similar mid-market positioning.
• Belambra Clubs: France's largest club-village operator with seaside, mountain and countryside sites offering supervised activities for families. Directly comparable to UCPA on family-vacation distribution and pricing tiering.

Broad incumbents

• Pierre & Vacances / Center Parcs: Major French vacation-resort operator with extensive aquatics, sport, and family activity programming. Comparable on multi-activity resort economics and family demographic, but operates as a commercial, publicly listed group rather than a non-profit association.
• UCPA Formation competitors (CNOSF / INSEP ecosystem): French national sports training ecosystem delivering BPJEPS, DEUST and federal certifications. Comparable to UCPA Formation on training program portfolio and Ministry of Sports habilitation, though INSEP is a state operator focused on elite athletes.

Regional players

• Ternelia / Tohapi: French operator of naturist and outdoor activity villages with supervised sports stays. Comparable on activity-led vacation experiences in natural settings, though with a narrower customer profile.

Emerging players

• Basic-Fit: Pan-European low-cost fitness chain expanding aggressively in French cities. Comparable to UCPA Sport Station on urban multi-sport access pricing model (monthly subscriptions, off-peak pricing) and target urban youth/family demographic.
• Vertical'Art / Climb Up: French indoor climbing and padel chains expanding in urban areas. Comparable to UCPA Sport Station on climbing/padel as core urban activities and member-based access model.

Others

• Ligue de l'Enseignement / Léo Lagrange: Federation of French popular education associations running youth summer camps, school sports programs, and inclusion initiatives. Comparable to UCPA on associative governance model, Education nationale partnerships, and youth-vacation/colos mission.
• Décathlon (services / sports experiences): French sporting-goods retailer expanding into in-store sports experiences (rock climbing, fitness, padel) and outdoor schools. Comparable on multi-sport urban experiences and beginner-friendly instruction, though primarily a retail operator rather than a vacation/facility operator.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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