Movement
A physically active lifestyle is very important for promoting and maintaining health. The promotion of physical activity is therefore an important topic in municipal health promotion.
The city of Chemnitz has set itself the goal of
- to link actors and offers in Chemnitz on the subject of exercise
- to create structures (framework conditions) and political support
- to think about an exercise-friendly urban design
- to create exercise-friendly infrastructure (e.g. cycle paths, open-air sporting events, hiking trails, ...)
- to promote and improve the everyday physical activity of people in Chemnitz
- to further develop and support project ideas
- to establish public relations work on the topic of exercise
Sports and exercise programmes
Get active & stay fit now!
Whether big or small, alone or as a family - here you will find an overview of exercise programmes for Chemnitz. Live a healthy life and stay fit and healthy into old age. There's something for everyone!
In the sports database of the Chemnitz City Sports Association, you can find sports programmes in the city districts and in various age categories.
Trainers wanted for children and senior citizens
The Office for Health and Prevention of the City of Chemnitz is looking for exercise instructors to implement exercise programmes as part of various health promotion projects:
Exercise trail at the castle pond
A new section of the exercise trail was built next to the Schloßteichhalle in 2020. Anyone can use the facility for active exercise in the fresh air.
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Open sports Sunday for families
Since the beginning of 2022, there has been an exciting and varied exercise programme every Sunday from 10am-12pm in the sports hall of the Untere Luisenschule.
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CITY CYCLING
Cycling for a good climate
Chemnitz is taking part in the nationwide "City Cycling" campaign. Every year in September, all Chemnitz residents and everyone who learns, studies or works in Chemnitz can pedal hard - for their own health, for a good quality of life and for the climate.
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"Become a climber!"
Poster campaign for climbing stairs
Climbing stairs is a good way to get more exercise in everyday life. "Become a climber" promotes a healthy lifestyle. By equipping stairwells with motivational signs, attention is drawn to the positive effects of climbing stairs.
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BeTaSen
Movement tandems in the living environments of senior citizens in Chemnitz
Living a healthy life and staying healthy into old age - these are goals that concern us all. In Chemnitz, which is undergoing major demographic changes, a high percentage of residents are over 75. The low-threshold exercise programme BeTaSen in public spaces aims to motivate older people to live a healthy and active everyday life.
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MoKo-Fit
A motor-cognitive outdoor exercise programme for older people
With the help of a motor-cognitive exercise concept for older people aged 65 and over, the "MoKo-Fit" project aims to make a contribution to promoting the health of older people in the city of Chemnitz. A low-threshold exercise programme adapted to the needs of senior citizens is being implemented in the meadow and park areas of various districts in Chemnitz.
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European Week of Sport
Every year in September, Chemnitz residents can try out lots of free sports and exercise activities during the European Week of Sport. A wide range of offers attracts not only sports enthusiasts, but also anyone who has not yet found the right sports programme for them or is simply curious about what the sports week has to offer.
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European Mobility Week
Every year in September, the European Mobility Week is all about climate-friendly mobility. Accordingly, the bicycle is at the centre of many activities and campaigns. However, the use of public transport is also addressed. You can also take part in sporting activities, such as taking the German Sports Badge.
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