Τhe Sports Excellence Center, which operates under the scientific supervision of the 1st Orthopedic Clinic of the Medical school of Athens, in partnership with the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC), is organizing a Special Education Students’ Tournament this June, at the SNFCC’s Outdoor Games Area.
Concentration, controlled breathing, improved posture, balance, flexibility and core strength: these are just some of the benefits of Pilates. This mild to moderate exercise helps to awaken the body and rejuvenate the spirit. Practitioners are requested to wear comfortable clothing and bring along their own Pilates mat. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Monday 14, 21, 28/06 Wednesday 16, 23, 30/06 08.30-09.45 Tuesday 15, 22, 29/06 Thursday 17, 24/06 18.00-19.00 & 19.00-20.00 PANORAMIC STEPS
Invented in 1895 in Massachusetts, U.S.A., volleyball is a major Olympic sport, mainly characterized by three features on which children will practice: the overhand pass; the forearm pass; the underhand serve, while strengthening the spirit of teamwork and cooperation and developing their motor skills. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Monday 14, 21, 28/06 Wednesday 16, 23, 30/06 Friday 18, 25/06 18.00-19.00 & 19.00-20.00 OUTDOOR GAMES AREA For children aged 4-12
If we were to describe yoga in three words, they would be “physical and spiritual wellbeing”. Under the guidance of experienced fitness professionals and through a series of postures and breathing techniques, we strengthen our body, improve our balance, and enhance our concentration and relaxation. Practitioners are requested to wear comfortable clothing and bring along their own yoga mat. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Tuesday 15, 22, 29/06 Thursday 17, 24/06 08.30-09.45
Being a team sport, basketball improves children’s social and team-working skills, while also benefitting their physical abilities. In this activity, children will have the opportunity to discover basketball through team play, while developing and enhancing their motor skills. Design–Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Tuesday 15, 22, 29/06 Thursday 17, 24/06 18.00-20.00 For children aged 6-12 ages 6-8: 18.00-19.00 ages 9-12: 19.00-20.00
Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice aimed at improving physical health through slow, gentle movements and controlled breathing. It is recommended for people aged 50 and over, as it enhances balance and inner peace, while improving the coordination of physical movements and breathing. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Tuesday 15, 22, 29/06 Thursday 17, 24/06 19.00-20.15 PANORAMIC STEPS
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, enhances the practitioners’ inner peace and strength, improves their balance, and reduces stress. All movements are circular and continuous, with gentle transitions, and accompanied by deep, mindful breathing. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Wednesday 16, 23, 30/06 19.00-20.15 Saturday 26/06 08.30-09.45 PANORAMIC STEPS
This special Pilates Mat program for advanced practitioners includes a dynamic series of exercises, under the supervision and guidance of fitness professionals, and is designed for people looking for a more vigorous practice. Practitioners are requested to wear comfortable clothing and bring along their own Pilates mat. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Friday 18, 25/06 08.30-09.45 PANORAMIC STEPS
Join the SNFCC Running Team and combine fitness and fun in the best possible way! No matter what your physical condition, we will improve your personal performance and abilities in aerobic exercise, while you run around the Stavros Niarchos Park, discovering all of its hidden corners! Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Saturday 19 & 26/06 08.30-10.00 RUNNING TRACK For ages 15 and over* Up to 23 participants
An activity that combines the principles of a basic workout, through track and field exercises, and stretches tailored to children. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, the children will have the opportunity to cultivate their mobility and coordination skills, and develop their sense of rhythm, as well as their movement in space. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Saturday 19, 26/06 10.00-11.30 Running Track For children aged 4-10 ages 4-6: 10.00 – 10.45 ages 7-10: 10.45-11.30
Relatively unknown, pétanque is a sport that combines accuracy, coordination and concentration. Competitors, playing either one on one or in teams, try to get as close as possible to a target, by throwing boules. Design–Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Saturday 19 & 26/06 Sunday 20 & 27/06 18.00-18.30 18.30-19.00 19.00-19.30 19.30-20.00ESPLANADE For children aged 9+ with their adult chaperones and adults Up to 6 pairs of players per 30'
Children learn to love tennis through a fresh, fun method based on playing and suitable activities. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Saturday 19 & 26/06 Sunday* 20 & 27/06 18.00-21.00 *Mini Tennis turns to Blind Tennis for vision-impaired and blind persons OUTDOOR GAMES AREA For children aged 4-12 ages 4-7: 18.00-18.45 & 18.45-19.30 ages 8-12: 19.30-20.15 & 20.15-21.00
An entertaining activity with games specially designed for the whole family. Parents and adult chaperones are encouraged to play and collaborate with their children in the Park, sharing their educational stimuli and developing their imagination. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Saturday 19, 26/06 18.30-19.15 19.15-20.00 GREAT LAWN
Did you know that the SNFCC Running Track is 217m long? The Sporting Duels return to the SNFCC and invite you to get to know the Running Track and the action games. The program includes relay races with obstacles, hoops, balancing discs, and it aims to mobilize, entertain and amuse all our little friends. Design–Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Sunday 20, 27/06 18.00-20.00 RUNNING TRACK For children aged 6-12 18.00-19.00 6-8 years old 19.00-20.00 9-12 years old
An ancient Chinese martial art evolved into a pleasant and low-intensity form of exercise. Slow, focused movement and deep breathing help to reduce stress and anxiety, while increasing flexibility and balance. Tai Chi is suitable for all ages and all fitness levels. Design-Implementation: Regeneration & Progress Friday 25/06 19.00-20.15 PANORAMIC STEPS
Recreation, exercise, or transport? Skates are all of these at the same time! Children see for themselves and practice their balance in these self-contained introductory classes. No prior experience is required. Participants must bring their own equipment (roller skates, helmets, knee pads, wrist guards, elbow pads) Design-Implementation: Powerskate.eu skate academy/Yannis Kousparis, certified instructor Sunday 20/06 18.30- 19.30 & 19.30-20.30 BUS PARK
“Sports for everyone”, continues in May. The SNFCC's sports activity is launched in order to encourage and support the participation of children with disabilities in sports, with the aim of enhancing their mobility and cultivating their cognitive functions. Under the guidance of physical education teachers specializing in disability, and in compliance with all health protection measures, the children will have the opportunity to develop their mobility skills. Design - Implementation: Regeneration & Progress
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