“I Do Real Sports, Not Virtual!”-Local activity 2
In June 2025, all partner schools organized the local activity “I Do Real Sports, Not Virtual!”, an event that celebrated movement, health, and community spirit.
The activity was implemented simultaneously in all four partner countries, allowing students to experience the same challenges and joys of physical activity while strengthening the project’s European dimension. This event represented the culmination of local initiatives promoting a balanced lifestyle and the inclusion of physical movement as an essential part of daily well-being.
The main goal of the activity was to encourage students, teachers, and parents to rediscover the joy of real, outdoor sports — as an alternative to the sedentary habits of the digital era — and to raise awareness of the importance of sustainable transport and healthy routines. The activity also aimed to promote family participation, inclusion, and fair play, bringing together generations and cultures under the same values of cooperation and mutual respect. This activity was part of a broader campaign promoting physical health and sus
tainable transport through school-based actions such as “Car-Free Day,” “Champions of Movement,” and “I Do Sports with My Child.” Each of these activities reinforced healthy habits and strengthened community bonds.
🏅 Highlights of the activity
- Car-free day at school
On a designated day in each school, students and teachers left their cars at home and chose healthier, eco-friendly ways to come to school. Many walked together in groups, others cycled, while some preferred scooters or rollerblades. This small change transformed the school entrance into a lively, colorful space, full of energy and smiles. Beyond the joy of movement, participants became more aware of how individual choices can reduce traffic, pollution, and noise in their community. - Champions of movement
The school yard and nearby safe routes turned into race tracks as classes competed in exciting bicycle races. Teams cheered loudly for their classmates, encouraging fair play and sportsmanship. The races were designed not only as competitions, but also as opportunities to practice balance, coordination, and perseverance. For many students, this was their first time joining such an organized bike race, and the feeling of achievement at the finish line was unforgettable. - I do sports with my child
Perhaps the most emotional part of the activity was when parents joined their children for sports challenges. Relay races, obstacle courses, and cooperative games created an atmosphere of joy and laughter. Parents and children discovered how fun it can be to play and exercise together, strengthening family bonds in the process. The activity also showed parents simple, accessible ways to integrate physical activity into their daily lives, turning it into a shared routine instead of a solitary effort. - Community spirit through sports
The activities gathered not only students, teachers, and parents, but also members of the local community who came to support and cheer. This transformed the events into a celebration of togetherness, inclusion, and healthy living. The presence of students from different backgrounds, including disadvantaged and refugee students, highlighted the unifying power of sports and its ability to overcome barriers.
Through joy, teamwork, and active participation, “I Do Real Sports, Not Virtual!” reminded everyone that real-life experiences, human connection, and movement are the keys to a healthy and happy life