FIT 4 SCHOOL Inspires Ostrava Students to Embrace a Healthy Lifestyle
The City of Ostrava is committed to promoting sports and physical activity among children and young people. One of the city's key initiatives in this area is the popular Ostrava Sports Games, now in their fifth year. As part of this year's program, the FIT 4 SCHOOL event took place on April 4 at Form Factory fitness center, welcoming students from grades 6 to 9.
The Ostrava Sports Games are in full swing. Photo: Antonín Krůpa
FIT 4 SCHOOL aims to equip students with practical knowledge and hands-on experience related to health and wellness.
“We want to help children understand the importance of regular exercise, while also teaching them how to maintain a healthy lifestyle and daily routine,” said Andrea Hoffmannová, Deputy Mayor of Ostrava.
“During the event, participants engaged in various physical activities, including a rehabilitation-style circuit using rollers, massage balls, tennis balls, and resistance bands—as well as a fun rowing competition.”
She added:
“Ostrava continues to invest in opportunities that encourage young people to stay active and adopt healthy habits that will benefit them throughout life. FIT 4 SCHOOL is a meaningful step in this direction.”
Students also had the opportunity to receive a body composition analysis using professional Tanita equipment, helping them better understand their physical health.
The Ostrava Sports Games are jointly organized by the City of Ostrava and the School Sports Clubs Association and enjoy strong participation from local schools. The qualifying rounds alone attracted 42 school classes and nearly 900 students, reflecting the high level of interest in sports and healthy living among Ostrava’s youth. In total, almost 3,000 students have taken part in this year’s events, which include a sports marathon, floorball, skiing, and badminton.
Each edition of the Games also features inspiring ambassadors—talented individuals who have achieved success in the world of sports and serve as role models for young participants.
For more information about the Ostrava Sports Games, visit talentova.cz.