Find out more about where you can try Olympic sports

The Olympic and Paralympic Games are heading to London, so if you want to get involved you've got plenty of time to start honing your skills between now and 2012.

Our guide gives you a taste of every sport on offer, and details of how to get in on the action.

Aquatics
For more details on swimming, diving, water polo and synchronised swimming, scroll down on our swimming page.

Archery
This ancient pursuit is more popular than ever. Have a go and you'll find out why.

Athletics
Running, jumping, throwing... athletics has it all. Why not have a go yourself?

Badminton
It's the most popular racquet sport in the country - time to smash that shuttlecock

Baseball
It's one of America's favourite sports and there are plenty of people playing in Britain.

Basketball
Another American favourite - but it's a big hit on these shores too

Boxing
Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world, so it's time to roll with the punches.

Canoeing
If you're after an action-packed sport and don't mind getting wet, this is the perfect one.

Cycling
Two-wheeled action takes many forms - there is sure to be something for you.

Equestrian
Fancy getting in the saddle? Our ace equestrian guide will put you on your way.

Fencing
The ancient art of fencing is a great way to improve balance and co-ordination.

Football
The beautiful game is the world's most popular sport.

Gymnastics
The most graceful sport in the world has clubs all around the UK. Find out how to start in your area

Handball
Handball is a bit like football and bit like basketball - but even faster.

Hockey
Control, speed, fitness - hockey is the all-round sport. Find out how to start playing

Judo
It's one of the country's most popular - and most demanding - martial arts. Time to get involved

Modern pentathlon
Got the stamina to endure five different sports in 12 hours? If so, we've got the sport for you.

Rowing
One of the most demanding - and rewarding - sports around, time to pump those arms!

Sailing
Want to rule the waves? Our sailing guide will put you in the know.

Shooting
If you want to get into shooting, our Olympic guide will tell you all you need to know.

Softball
Softball is a women-only event at the Olympics, but anyone can play.

Table tennis
It's great fun, easy to learn and will give you razor sharp reflexes. Why not give it a try?

Taekwondo
"The way of hands and feet" is a full-on contact sport. Fancy a go?

Tennis
Grass, clay, concrete, indoor... you can play tennis almost anywhere.

Triathlon
It's the ultimate challenge. Running, swimming and cycling.

Volleyball
After a team sport that improves agility, reflexes and co-ordination?

Weightlifting
Forget huge weights - for young people this sport is all about technique.

Wrestling
Wrestling is possibly the oldest sport known to man.