UCPA (National Union of Outdoor Centres) is an non-profit association which promotes the accessibility of sports acitivities. This involves access to sports holidays, sports leisure activities and training in sports and entertainment professions.

The UCPA aims to promote personal development, social diversity, and the transmission of values ​​such as solidarity, respect for the environment, and living together through sports. It places particular emphasis on youth, but is also aimed at all audiences, children and adults alike.

UCPA is present throughout France, with centres in the mountains, on the coast and in urban areas. It is also active internationally with stays in popular destinations for outdoor sports.

UCPA is involved in projects aimed at isolated and sport-distant audiences through solidarity schemes in order to enable the inclusion and integration of these audiences into society.It works to reduce its ecological footprint by promoting sustainable practices, such as the eco-construction of its centres or respect for local ecosystems.