Sports and Fitness in Estepona, Marbella and Benahavís

The Costa del Sol is not only about golden beaches and luxury homes. It is one of Europe’s most active regions, where outdoor living, wellness and sport are part of daily life. From padel clubs in Marbella, to CrossFit gyms in Estepona, to hiking trails in Benahavís, there is something for everyone who wants to combine Mediterranean sunshine with a healthy lifestyle. Discover Sports and fitness in Estepona East area.

Estepona East, part of the New Golden Mile, offers a mix of modern gyms, racket clubs and nautical sports.
Synergym Estepona – A modern gym with weights, cardio equipment and group classes. Visit Synergym Estepona.
Las Mesas Padel Club – Ten courts, fitness areas and coaching programmes for all ages. Explore Las Mesas Padel.
Estepona Tennis and Padel Club (Forest Hills) – A relaxed venue with both tennis and padel courts. See Estepona Tennis & Padel.
Real Club Náutico de Estepona – A prestigious club offering sailing, rowing, diving and motorboating. Discover Real Club Náutico Estepona.
Here, mornings might start with a gym session, followed by a padel match or even an afternoon at sea.

Marbella West, which includes San Pedro, Nueva Andalucía and Puerto Banús, is the heartbeat of sport on the Costa del Sol. Its clubs combine elite-level training with social activity.

CrossFit Marbella – A fully affiliated CrossFit box with WODs, Olympic lifting and mobility classes. Check CrossFit Marbella.
Real Club Pádel Marbella – Six padel courts plus one of the area’s best gyms, with a CrossWorkout zone. Visit Real Club Pádel Marbella.
Nueva Alcántara Club – Known for its 11 padel and four tennis courts, this is a hub for both tournaments and social matches. Learn more about Nueva Alcántara.

Puente Romano Tennis Club – An iconic tennis destination with eight clay courts, two hard courts and four padel courts. Discover Puente Romano Tennis.
Royal Tennis Club Marbella – Clay and hard courts, academies and a vibrant social calendar. Visit Royal Tennis Club Marbella.
In Marbella West, you can train like a professional or simply enjoy the most social side of sport.

Benahavís offers a different kind of sporting life – one set against mountains and valleys. Known for golf resorts and hiking trails, it combines luxury with nature.
Los Arqueros Fitness Centre – Strength training, functional workouts and group classes inside a golf resort. Explore Los Arqueros Fitness.
The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa – A five-star hotel with a 24-hour gym, spa and three golf courses. Visit The Westin La Quinta.
Monte Mayor Trails – Stunning hikes with sea views, ideal for trail running and mountain biking.
Río Guadalmina Walk – A riverside trail with waterfalls and natural pools, popular in the summer months.
For those who value peace, scenery and activity, Benahavís offers the perfect blend.

Padel: Spain’s Favourite Sport

Padel is the most popular sport on the Costa del Sol, combining accessibility with a vibrant social culture.
Real Club Pádel Marbella – One of Spain’s top venues, with professional coaching and a stylish gym.
Las Mesas Padel Club, Estepona – Ten outdoor courts plus a fitness centre and café.
Villa Padierna Racquet Club – Fifteen padel courts, two tennis courts and a prestigious academy.
With padel, it’s easy to stay active, meet people and enjoy competition all year round.

Tennis: A Tradition of Excellence

Marbella is synonymous with tennis, with clubs that attract international players and local enthusiasts alike.
Puente Romano Tennis Club – World-class facilities, tournaments and history.
Royal Tennis Club Marbella – A blend of competitive training and social events.
Club Internacional de Tenis Marbella – Family-friendly with lessons for all levels.
Tennis Brothers Marbella – Perfect for casual players seeking coaching or social games.
Tennis here is as much about lifestyle as it is about sport.

CrossFit and Functional Training: Community and Challenge
The CrossFit community on the Costa del Sol is dynamic, international and welcoming.
CrossFit Marbella – Daily WODs, Olympic lifting and an established expat community.
CrossFit Estepona – Scalable workouts, bilingual coaches and strong local energy.
Functional training also thrives at clubs such as Real Club Pádel Marbella, where members mix racket sports with conditioning.
CrossFit offers both fitness and friendship, making it a popular choice for newcomers to the area.

With its mild climate, the Costa del Sol is ideal for year-round outdoor activity for Sports and fitness in Estepona.
Promenades: Long coastal paths in Estepona, San Pedro and Marbella for running, cycling and skating.
Beach Training: Bootcamps and yoga sessions at sunrise or sunset.
Water Sports: Swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking and diving from clubs and beach centres.
Golf: Courses like Los Flamingos, La Quinta and El Higueral combine championship play with wellness facilities.
Hiking: Trails in Benahavís and Sierra Bermeja offer options from gentle walks to challenging climbs.
Here, outdoor living is not just a leisure option - it is an everyday lifestyle.

Estepona East, Marbella West and Benahavís offer the best of both worlds: luxury living and access to world-class fitness. A morning gym workout, an afternoon padel match, and a weekend mountain hike are all part of normal life here.
This is more than sport. It is a way of living that keeps you healthy, social and connected – and one of the many reasons why the Costa del Sol is such a desirable place to call home.

Beyond casual or youth football, the Estepona - Marbella - Benahavís area is home to several high-quality facilities, academies and training complexes suited for professional players, teams, and elite development programmes.
Key Football Facilities & Academies

Marbella Football Center (MFC)

Located in Marbella, MFC (formerly “Football Impact”) is a high-performance sports complex designed for professional clubs’ preseason camps, technical training, friendly matches and full team staging. It features natural grass pitches, changing rooms, a gym, spa and medical/recovery zones.
Visit Marbella Football Center (marbellafootballcenter.com)

What These Facilities Offer for Professional Use

These venues and academies offer several features essential for high-level teams and players:
Full-size natural grass pitches with elite maintenance and lighting for evening training.

The Costa del Sol is not just popular with clubs; it has also become a training ground for some of the game’s biggest stars. Erling Haaland has been spotted preparing in Marbella both with Borussia Dortmund and individually, while Jude Bellingham trained here during Dortmund’s winter camps.

Marcus Rashford has chosen Marbella for his personal summer training to sharpen up ahead of the Premier League season. Over the years, high-profile Spanish players from La Liga have also used the region for recovery and fitness work, reflecting the area’s strong ties with domestic football.

On the team side, Borussia Dortmund are regular visitors, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr recently based their pre-season in Marbella. National squads such as Norway and Ukraine, as well as La Liga clubs including Sevilla and Real Betis, and Premier League teams on mid-season camps, have all trusted Marbella’s facilities.

The combination of elite infrastructure, ideal weather and discreet luxury makes the Costa del Sol a natural hub for professional football at the highest level.

Iconic Football Academy (Estepona)

A programme based in Estepona for players aged 16+ under UEFA-qualified coaches. They operate on a campus with multiple football grounds, strength & conditioning facilities and physiotherapy / recovery support.
See Iconic Football Academy (Iconic Football Academy)
Their facility includes Estadio de Atletismo Estepona and other local football fields. (Iconic Football Academy)

Atalaya (Puerto Banús / Marbella area)

Sol Sports organises training camps at the Atalaya facility, which features one full-size (11v11) natural grass pitch, one 7-a-side natural grass pitch, dedicated warm-up zones and changing rooms. This is especially suitable for visiting teams seeking training & accommodation nearby.
Atalaya Football Training Camps (Sol Sports)

Estepona Football Center

A comprehensive sports complex with:
1 × full-size football field (105 × 68 m) on natural grass
1 × 7-a-side football field (60 × 40 m)
High-performance gym, professional changing rooms and supporting infrastructure
Learn more about Estepona Football Center

Vicente del Bosque Football Campus (Estepona)

A seasonal football campus operating in Estepona that hosts youth players (ages 6–17). Though not a full-time professional training base, it uses high-quality fields and coaching teams.
Vicente del Bosque Academy – Estepona

Support infrastructure, changing rooms, recovery and physiotherapy rooms, gyms, strength & conditioning areas.
Team accommodation & logistics compatibility, many are adjacent to hotels or campuses suitable for full team stays.
Privacy & security, enclosed or dedicated zones where teams can train free from casual interference.
Match / friendly hosting, many are approved for hosting friendly fixtures, tournaments, and intra-squad matches.
Flexibility in pitch size, small-sided (7v7) fields, warm-up zones, tactical / goalkeeping areas.
Additional wellness and recovery services — spa, massage, ice baths, medical support.

If you are considering a move to the Costa del Sol, imagine living just minutes away from the same world-class facilities that host Europe’s top clubs and players. At Livingstone Estates, we specialise in luxury properties near these sporting hubs, offering you not just a home, but a complete lifestyle.

Contact us today to find your property close to the action:

• Email: info@livingstone-estates.com
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