From September 24 to 25, 2026, the international ENSE Forum will take place at the University of Applied Sciences Kufstein Tirol. In times of global challenges – from climate change and social polarization to increasing physical inactivity – sports education is becoming increasingly important as the key to health, wellbeing and connection.
The European Network of Sport Education (ENSE) is an international non-profit organization and has been active in the field of sport education in Europe since 1989.
ENSE works to create learning opportunities, skills, competences, and qualifications in all settings for people or organizations leading, developing and supporting sport activities. ENSE aims achieve this by working on pan-European projects, creating innovative educational materials, connecting organizations working in the field of sport education, and advocating for effective policies on the European level.
The 2026 Forum focuses on community-based and locally anchored initiatives and discusses how sports education can effectively contribute to health, well-being, and inclusion—in theory, practice, and education.
Key topics
- Role of physical education in health, well-being, and inclusion
- Training of physical education teachers
- Educational approaches or programs for social inclusion, sustainability, and health
- Technology in physical education
- Best practices and Europe-wide projects
Abstact
We invite scientists, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students, as well as all professionals in the fields of sports, exercise, health, recreation, and leisure to submit their abstracts for participation in the forum by 15.06.2026.
Language: English
Length: max. 300 words
Keywords: 3–5
To submit an abstract, authors must register for the ENSE Forum 2026. Individual authors may submit a maximum of 2 abstracts as first author.
Registration is mandatory for all participants of the ENSE Forum. The fee varies depending on individual and institutional circumstances as follows:
Fees
- ENSE members: EUR 180
- Non-ENSE members: EUR 220
- Students: EUR 100
Visit the conference website for further information
