Sunday June 22 | optional day |
15:00 | Train to Roskilde |
15:45 | Visit Rabalderparken Roskilde Rabalderparken is an inspiring example of cross sectoral cooperation between watermanagement and sports & culture. An incredible cooperation to prevent flooding through a skatable river and more. |
17:30 | Train to Copenhagen |
18:15 | Free time |
19:00 | Arrival at hotel (for delegates who arrive a day early) |
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Monday June 23 | |
10:00 | Arrival at hotel / meetup at the lobby |
10:30 | Cycling |
10:45 | "Welcome at the Embassy" w/ ......... ......... |
11:15 | "World City in Motion" w/ Thomas Bach (head of sport @ City of Copenhagen / vice president @ DIF) Join Thomas Bach for The World City in Motion, where he explores how movement shapes urban life in his city. From traditional sports facilities to city squares to cycling lanes, sports and physical activity are at the heart of a dynamic metropolis. Discover how Copenhagen evolves to encourage movement, connection and a healthier way of living! |
12:15 | Lunch |
13:00 | Cycling |
13:20 | Visit BaNanna park A lawn, a forest, a climbing portal, two banana-shaped earthen walls and lots of local involvement: these were the key ingredients in transforming a former industrial site into an attractive park and playground. The story of BaNanna Park is an uplifting story of how a municipality saved an undeveloped plot of land from eager property investors and instead created a green oasis for one of the country’s most densely developed districts. |
13:35 | Cycling |
13:45 | Visit Superkilen park and Norrebro community centre Superkilen is a half a mile long urban space wedging through one of the most ethnically diverse and socially challenged neighborhoods in Denmark. It has one overarching idea that it is conceived as a giant exhibition of urban best practice – a sort of collection of global found objects that come from 60 different nationalities of the people inhabiting the area surrounding it. With its added community centre, Superkilen is a perfect example of a social meeting place. |
14:15 | Cycling |
14:30 | "Martial Arts House Copenhagen" w/ Torben Krogh Johansen (facility manager @ City of Copenhagen) Where the spirit of combat sports thrives under one roof! This unique space brings together clubs and practitioners from various disciplines, from boxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu to Muay Thai and judo. More than just a training facility, it’s a community where people push their limits and celebrate the art of movement. Wonder on a visit through this magnificent building. |
15:30 | Cycling |
15:45 | "URBAN13; urban sports and culture - bottom up approach" w/ Alexander Stevns (founder @ URBAN13) URBAN 13 transforms Bispeengbuen into a vibrant hub for movement, creativity, and community. With street sports, workspaces, workshops, and cultural events, it’s a place where urban life thrives. Built on a bottom-up approach, URBAN 13 empowers local initiatives, bringing people together to shape the city from the ground up. |
16:45 | Cycling |
17:00 | "Clubhouse of the future" w/ Christine Krogsgaard (communications @ Grøndal Multicenter / City of Copenhagen) As one of Northern Europe’s largest sports centers, it offers over 40 different activities, from gymnastics and indoor golf to bowling, esports and team sports. With around 3.000 daily visitors and home to more than 70 clubs and associations, Grøndal Multicenter is a dynamic space where sports, community and social initiatives come together. |
17:30 | Tour through the Grøndal Multicenter |
18:30 | Dinner @ Grøndal Multicenter |
19:30 | Cycling |
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Tuesday June 24 | |
07:15 | Morning Run (optional) |
08:15 | Breakfast |
09:00 | Cycling |
09:15 | "Sports as a tool for community engagement" w/ Simon Prahm (CEO @ GAME) GAME is working for social change through youth-led street sports and culture. GAME trains youth-leaders as instructors and role models in street sports and civic engagement. GAME establishes innovative facilities and supports street sports & culture communities and entrepreneurs. GAME is a top 106 NGO with more than 20 years of experience in lowering the threshold to the positive social communities of street sports and culture. |
10:15 | Cycling |
10:30 | Visit Enghaveparken This three-metre-deep multi-pitch basin was designed with stepped sides that can host roller hockey, football and cultural events on dry days and puddle-splashing children on wet. In case of heavy rainfall, the park will gradually be flooded and once the total capacity of 22.600 m3 is reached, all entrances will be closed by the self-closing flood barriers, meaning the park will at the same time become closed to the public. |
10:45 | Cycling |
10:50 | Visit Osten for Humlen A hidden oasis in Carlsberg Byen! Nestled between the charming Humleby and vibrant Vesterbro, this green urban space is perfect for families, neighbors and anyone looking to relax or play. With a playground, sunken football field and open grassy areas, there’s room for both fun and tranquility. Whether you want to unwind, let the kids explore or meet the community, Østen for Humlen is a welcoming retreat in the heart of the city. |
11:05 | Cycling |
11:30 | "Activating the blue environment; Kalvebod Bolge" w/ Lars Anker Agantyr (nautic engineer @ City of Copenhagen) Do you love outdoor living? Copenhagen’s harbour baths with saunas offer a unique way to experience the city. Swimming in crystal-clear urban waters! With free access, diving platforms and scenic surroundings, spots like Islands Brygge and Nordhavn turn the waterfront into a vibrant social and recreational space. |
12:15 | Cycling |
12:45 | Lunch |
13:15 | Cycling |
13:30 | "Growing with the city; Blocs and Walls" w/ Ola Mattsson (consultant @ Lokale og Anlaegsfonden) Nestled in a transforming district, it stands as a testament to how sports communities can shape city development. By engaging with the municipality, Blocs & Walls asked: How can we, as a sports association, contribute to the future of this area? As new buildings rise around it, Blocs & Walls continues to climb with the city, proving that urban growth isn’t just about structures, but about the communities that bring them to life. |
15:00 | Cycling |
15:15 | Visit "Copenhill" walking up hill w/ Frans Hammer (vice president @ DIF) the literal high point of your Copenhagen journey! Rising above the city skyline, this one-of-a-kind urban mountain combines sustainability with adventure. Built on top of a waste-to-energy plant, CopenHill offers year-round skiing, hiking trails and breathtaking rooftop views. Whether you're carving down the slopes, climbing the tallest outdoor wall in the world or simply soaking in the panoramic scenery, this is Copenhagen at its most innovative and exhilarating. Enjoy a walk together with Frans Hammer from the Danish Olympic Committee. |
16:15 | Cycling |
16:45 | Hotel |
17:30 | Activity at DGI sportscentre (optional) |
19:30 | Dinner |
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Wednesday June 25 | |
07:30 | Morning Run (optional) |
08:30 | Breakfast |
09:15 | Cycling |
09:45 | "Amateur football at BK Skjold; how to grow the biggest amateur football club" w/ Jan Sørensen (chairman @ BK Skjold) To envision Denmark’s largest amateur football club! More than just a club, BK Skjold is a community where football is for everyone. With its unique membership model, players can join on their own terms, whether for competitive matches, casual training or simply for the love of the game. At BK Skjold, football grows with you. |
10:15 | "Future athletics; new models" w/ Dorte Vibjerg (CEO @ Sparta Running) Founded in 1898 in Østerbro, Sparta promotes community and a healthy lifestyle through training at all levels. With around 2.000 members, the club supports both elite and recreational athletes in achieving their goals. As one of the world’s largest race organizers, Sparta also hosts major events like the Copenhagen Marathon, CPH Half, and DHL Stafetten, bringing thousands together in the joy of running. Why do they do this? |
10:45 | Tour at Sparta Running, Idraetshus and BK Skjold art exhibition |
11:30 | "Athletics as a playground; three examples" w/ Flemming Overgaard (co-founder @ Keingart) Keingart is known for pushing the boundaries of sports architecture, and the Athletics Exploratorium in Odense is a perfect example of their innovative approach. More than just an athletics facility, this open and interactive space invites people of all ages to explore movement in new ways. Blending play, training, and architecture, it transforms traditional sports environments into creative landscapes where curiosity and physical activity go hand in hand. |
12:30 | Lunch |
13:00 | Meetings with DIF, local clubs, architects, municipalities, companies and more meet: Birgitte Junker (Rødovre municipality), Dorte Vibjerg (Sparta Running), Flemming Overgaard (Keingart), Holgor Kortbek (Gladsaxe municipality), Jan Sørensen (BK Skjold), Lars Nødgaard Albæk (City of Copenhagen),
Lasse Lyck (DIF), Tobias Voss Ilum (City of Copenhagen) |
14:30 | Cycling |
14:45 | "Get active with the best view; Konditaget Lüders" w/ ......... (......... @ JAJA Architects) This unique rooftop gym in Nordhavn combines fitness with stunning cityscapes. Perched atop a multi-story parking garage, it features outdoor workout stations, a running track and even play areas. All with panoramic views over Copenhagen’s harbor. A perfect blend of urban design and active living, Konditaget Lüders invites everyone to move, play, and enjoy the city from above. |
15:30 | Cycling |
16:00 | Hotel |