"Open Football Festivals" in Townville attracted 72 participants

The UAFA festival took place in Rivne Oblast, organized jointly with the Rivne Oblast Football Association.

"Open Football Festivals" in Townville attracted 72 participants

Photo: Rivne Oblast Football Association

The event held at the OZ "Horodotsky Lyceum" brought together 72 participants — boys and girls who enthusiastically joined various football activities. The children were awaited by strength exercises, tasks for ball handling and stopping, tug-of-war, balance and concentration exercises, as well as educational football games.

In addition to the sports component, participants had the opportunity to join sessions with psychologists from the Resilience Center, where they learned how to work in a team, support each other, and develop emotional resilience.

Especially interesting for the children was meeting with a school safety police officer. In the safety class, students were told about safe behavior rules and introduced to the basics of first aid.

All participants received diplomas, exclusive t-shirts from the Ukrainian Football Association and treats from the event organizers.

The UAF project "Open Football Lessons" is aimed at engaging children in an active lifestyle, developing team interaction and creating a safe space for communication, support, and play.