Erasmus+ Training Course about inclusive outdoor games 16/08/2024 – 24/08/2024 Šakvice, Czech Republic

In August 2024, Šakvice, Czech Republic, we hosted an exciting Erasmus+ training course titled “Building Relationships Through Outdoor Physical Activities”.

Participants from Czechia, Portugal, Spain, Greece, Romania, Italy, Lithuania and Hungary came together with a common goal: to learn about inclusive outdoor games that require minimal equipment, create new inclusive outdoor physical activities and test them together.

Objectives of the project:

-Encouraging building relationships, enhancing communication skills and problem-solving skills through

physical activities.

-Learn how to develop inclusive physical games accessible to all, including those with limited opportunities encouraging

cooperation and communication across diverse groups.

-Learn how to design games suitable for outdoor settings with minimal requirements for facilities or equipment.

-Encouraging the use of games emphasizing enjoyment over outcome, fostering positive emotions during movement.

-To share ideas, practices, strategies from different countries and promote international cooperation.

The training course provided a rich tapestry of experiences, blending cultural immersion with personal development, outdoor games and team-building activities. Each day was thoughtfully designed to foster team work, communication, inclusivity, and cross-cultural understanding.

Participants have created a booklet with inclusive physical games which you can check out here:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ToeFlO4rU55E7MNwOpb_h_jPkgORuTPk/view?usp=sharing

Thank you to everyone involved, for your energy, positive attitude, effort and making this experience unforgettable. Physical activities are essential, not just for physical health but for building important life skills like teamwork, leadership, and resilience. Through this training, we saw how outdoor physical games can break down barriers, promote inclusivity, and create strong connections across cultures.

Overall this Erasmus+ training course not only enhanced the physical and emotional resiliance, but also creativity and ability to create and adapt inclusive physical games accessible to all. It indeed broadened the cultural horizons, making for a truly transformative experience.

🌎 Erasmus+ Training Course “Building Relationships Through Outdoor Physical Activities” is funded by the Erasmus+ Programme.