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In the bustling city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, students at a local school experienced a groundbreaking approach to physical education thanks to the Hopasus project. The project’s innovative integration of e-sport video materials with sports-centric activities transformed conventional physical education classes into dynamic and engaging experiences. Led by passionate educators and supported by the collaborative efforts […]

Bucharest, March 21 The first meeting between current and future sports teachers and digital content creators took place recently at the National University of Physical Education and Sport, within the framework of the European Hopa Sus project – which promotes and encourages the use of sports oriented digital content in classes of physical education. The

We are thrilled to share the beautiful moments captured during the workshop. Dive into the video to immerse yourself in the experience and discover more information about the workshop in Marijampole Mokolu gymnasium in Lithuania.https://hopasus.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hopasus-2-1.mp4

In the realm of sports, the Special Olympics has long been a shining light, championing inclusivity and celebrating the abilities of athletes of all backgrounds. Amidst its myriad of events, the integration of active video games (AVGs) has emerged as a powerful tool for promoting inclusivity and empowerment among athletes with intellectual disabilities. At the

The exponential growth in popularity of exergaming in physical education creates a new path for exploring how active video games may be integrated into school systems. Here are some suggestions to foster successful implementation of sports video games in physical education classes. These practices include real-life experiences of educators and students, as well as academic

Even though it may sound atypical, sports video games have been already integrated into school systems in several countries in the world. The United States, Finland, Canada, Singapore, Japan, the UK, and the Netherlands have been implementing AVGs in Physical Education in schools for quite some time.  Dance Dance Revolution is among the most popular

Physical inactivity among young people has emerged as a significant concern in public health, with the World Health Organization identifying it as the fourth major risk factor for mortality. Despite the known benefits of physical activity, many young individuals fail to meet recommended levels, a trend exacerbated by declining activity levels during developmental years. Addressing

Physical activity is fundamental to the holistic development of young people. From infancy to adolescence, engaging in various forms of physical activity not only fosters physical health but also nurtures social integration, cognitive development, and emotional well-being. Whether through play, sports, structured exercises, or active transportation, the benefits of an active lifestyle are manifold. Research

Over the last couple of weeks, the youth in Mariampolė, Lithuania, have been staying active and exploring different workshops centered around active living. In these two workshops, young participants had the opportunity to engage in friendly sports challenges, experiment with new activities, and draw inspiration from both their peers and teachers. Let’s come together and

HopaSus inspires us to exercise and play! On February 27, sports games were held at the Marijampolė Mokolai basic school, in which more than 60 students participated. Some of them have already participated in the HopaSus research, which aimed to evaluate the influence of sports video games on the physical activity, healthy behavior and posture