Objectives

Research & Insights

Conduct studies on the impact of sports in children’s education, with a focus on minimizing negative influences. 

Training & Development

Provide training for parents, referees, and coaches to implement best practices that foster a positive sports environment.

New Models for Growth

Develop and disseminate innovative approaches to support the growth of young athletes, emphasizing respect, integrity, and inclusivity. 

Key Focus Areas

Social Inclusion & Life Skills

Promoting social inclusion and the development of essential life skills through sports.

Values in Sports

Encouraging integrity, fairness, and positive values within the sports community.

Sports as Education

Leveraging sports as an educational tool to nurture learning, personal growth, and resilience. 

WHO DO WE TRAIN?

Young Athletes (6-13 years old)

Children engaged in sports, fostering their development through structured programs. 

Methodology

PHASE 1:M1-M11

Research and Data Collection

We start by collecting academic research and carrying out surveys, interviews, and focus groups. This stage allows us to better understand the challenges and needs children face, along with the viewpoints of parents, referees, and coaches within the context of sports education.

PHASE 2: M11-M26

Educational Model Development

Drawing from the insights collected, we develop customized training programs for referees, parents, and coaches. These programs are implemented in real-life sports settings—such as schools, local sports clubs, and community events—to ensure they are both practical and effective.

PHASE 3: M25-M29

Assessment and Continuous Improvement

To evaluate the success of the educational models, we gather feedback from participants and assess their effectiveness. This feedback is used to refine and enhance the programs, ensuring they respond to the evolving needs of the target groups and foster a positive sports culture.

PHASE 4: M1-M30

Dissemination of Findings

We share the results and insights from the project through academic publications, workshops, and digital platforms. This ensures the findings reach a broad audience, promoting the adoption of these models and fostering knowledge-sharing across Europe.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.