Traç Centre D’Expressio Plastica Traç offers adults the opportunity to enjoy art in a quiet and relaxed environment, ideal for developing creativity. They encourage a first-class broad artistic education, which takes into account the person and their context. The Traç courses are designed to inspire students to think, imagine, share, communicate and enjoy the different creative possibilities of art. Traç courses and workshops include: visual arts, painting, sculpture, engraving, and restoration. Additionally, the school organizes conferences, guided tours and other art-related activities. Traç caters to professional artists and craftsmen as well as enthusiasts. It aims to boost creativity, to nurture interaction between artists and, at the same time, to make it accessible for everyone to work and experiment with different visual arts languages. The instructors monitor the progress of the students individually and adjust the instruction to the level of experience of each person. Students are also given the opportunity to show their work in Traç’s exhibition hall.   About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin

Penguins Kids Swimming Classes Penguins offers kids swimming classes for ages 0-15. Classes are led by experienced teachers and athletes, using recognized and award-winning methods. Classes are held in an innovative space dedicated to aquatic activities, with facilities specifically designed for babies, children, and pregnant women. Their teaching system is based on the age and ability of children and progressively introduces all the skills to develop a fine swimming technique. The Penguins swimming pool uses salt treatment technology, with no chlorine smell. Penguins is the only certified center in Barcelona to offer childbirth in water, using the AIPAP® method supported by midwives. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman

Chez Vous Centre D’Estetica Hairdresser and beauty center Chez Vous provides laser hair removal, manicures and pedicures, ​​as well as many other facial and body treatments, at their two beauty centers. The ambiance at each location is warm, comfortable, and with a chic touch in the French style. Chez Vous staff pride themselves on taking care of every detail and providing personalized attention to their clients. Chez Vous also offers a range of beauty products that collect the best of nature and pair well with their facial and body treatments, rituals and, massages to give clients a holisitic experience. Chez Vous’ second location can be found at C/ Benet i Mateu 23/25. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin