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Following its launch at Paris 2024, the space quickly became one of the most popular areas in the Olympic Village. Approximately 2,300 athletes from 148 countries took part in virtual reality mindfulness sessions, while thousands more joined art therapy and guided breathing activities. The initiative received overwhelmingly positive feedback from athletes, with 92 per cent saying they were satisfied with their experience.
Emma Terho, Chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission (AC), said: “For the IOC AC, the athlete experience at the Olympic Games is one of the most important areas of focus, and we were very pleased to see the success of the Mind Zone at Paris 2024.”
