National Sports Week Amstelveen

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Doe mee aan de Nationale Sportweek Amstelveen van 20 t/m 29 september! Ontdek gratis sportactiviteiten voor jong en oud. Probeer nieuwe sporten, leer technieken en geniet van spectaculaire demonstraties. Bekijk het programma en doe mee!

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Join the National Sports Week Amstelveen from September 20 to 29! Discover free sports activities for all ages. Try new sports, learn techniques, and enjoy spectacular demonstrations. Check the schedule and participate!

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National Sports Week Amstelveen from September 20 to 29, sports for everyone of all ages

AmstelveenSport, in collaboration with sports clubs, organizes the National Sports Week Amstelveen from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 29. Ten days of extra focus on sports and exercise. In addition to the free activities, where a specific sport is highlighted, various sports clubs open their doors for you to experience their sports. Together, we aim to get as many people in Amstelveen to enjoy sports and exercise in their own way. This is the perfect opportunity to try new sports and connect with different clubs.

On Friday, September 20, at 3:00 PM, the National Sports Week Amstelveen will be festively opened by Sports Councilor Herbert Raat with a game of Jeu de Boules in Broersepark. Whether you're an experienced player or trying it for the first time, fun and enjoyment are key. Learn techniques from the members of Jeu de Boules club de Bulderbaan and play a match. Enjoy an active afternoon with friends, family, or colleagues. Drop by and join the fun, no registration required.

Saturday, September 21, the Old Village will be all about Mind Sports. Enthusiasts of mind games can enjoy a day filled with activities. Play a game of chess, discover challenging brain teasers, or challenge your friends to a round of Rummikub. Whether you're a mind sports expert or just looking for a fun day, everyone is welcome to participate.

Experience the Meerkamp on September 22 starting at 12:00 PM at swimming pool De Meerkamp, a day full of sports activities and demonstrations. Join various Aquasports or Baby and Toddler Swimming. Learn the basics of diving, play a game of water polo, or improve your swimming skills. Enjoy the slip 'n slide on the outdoor lawn. Fun is guaranteed for everyone. You can also participate in the "Car in Water" course. Learn how to safely escape from a car submerged in water. Participation in various activities is free; you only pay the entrance fee to the pool. No registration is needed for the activities; you can sign up for the "Car in Water" course via the website.

Self-defense Day on Saturday, September 28, at the Ben Goudsmithal. The day kicks off at 11:00 AM with an exciting opening: a boxing match in a real boxing ring between Sports Councilor Herbert Raat and Dutch Champion Barry Groenteman. Come and watch this thrilling match and be inspired by the strength and technique of the sport. Afterward, you can enter the ring yourself. Various clinics in sports like judo, karate, and kickboxing will give you the chance to learn new techniques and discover your strength. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn new skills, boost your confidence, and find out how to defend yourself in different situations. Everyone is welcome, so come and join in!

On Sunday, September 29, the National Sports Week Amstelveen will conclude with Amstelveen On Wheels at Stadsplein. Everything that rolls comes together, from BMX and stunt scooters to wheelchair dancing. For the youngest participants, there will be balance bike races and a fat tire race. World champion BMX rider Sietse van Berkel will give spectacular demonstrations. Whether you’re young or old, you won’t want to miss this action-packed day of fun and excitement.

Come, get inspired, and participate in the activities during National Sports Week Amstelveen from September 20 to 29. Check out the full program at sportweek.amstelveensport.nl and join an activity that suits you.