FASANOC is gearing up for Olympic Day celebrations scheduled for Saturday, July 26, at Albert Park and CAAF Compound in Nadi. This event promises to be a vibrant and inclusive gathering that embodies the Olympic ideals of excellence, friendship, and respect.
Key details about the event include:
– **Date:** Saturday, July 26
– **Time:** 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
– **Locations:** Albert Park & CAAF Compound, Nadi
– **Theme:** “Come & Try Sports Fair,” which will allow participants of all ages and abilities to engage with various sports, including those from the Olympic program as well as traditional games.
The day will feature a high-energy bootcamp-style warm-up led by the Australian Defence Forces, followed by a unique sport-a-thon format where participants can try out different sports and earn an official Olympic Day certificate. Importantly, the event has prioritized inclusivity, providing adaptive equipment to ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully engage in the activities.
Fiji’s Olympic Day represents more than just a single day of sporting events. It ties into the broader “Let’s Move” initiative, which emphasizes the importance of physical activity for all. With significant statistics indicating that 1 in 4 adults and 80% of young individuals do not meet recommended activity levels (according to the World Health Organisation), the “Let’s Move” campaign aims to encourage active lifestyles by demonstrating that sport can be both social and enjoyable. Research supports this notion, showing that young people are more likely to stay active when participating with friends.
The initiative is also framed as a means to combat loneliness and foster community through shared sports experiences. As FASANOC collaborates with the ADF and local organizations, the event will highlight the underlying values of the Olympic movement.
In light of the excitement surrounding Olympic Day, participants are encouraged to bring friends and enjoy the experience together, reinforcing community bonds and promoting a culture of health and activity within Fiji. The anticipation of this celebratory occasion emphasizes a hopeful outlook for the community’s engagement in sports, fostering the spirit of teamwork and togetherness.
The call to action, “Join us and discover the joy of sports,” encapsulates the essence of the event, inviting everyone to partake in the fun and camaraderie. Will you be there?
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