European Week of Sport mobilizes dozens of participants in Serpa

The municipality organized a diverse program with activities for all ages, reinforcing its commitment to health and sports.

Generic image of a diverse group of people participating in outdoor sports activities in a Portuguese municipal square, with the sun shining.
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Generic image of a diverse group of people participating in outdoor sports activities in a Portuguese municipal square, with the sun shining.

The Municipality of Serpa celebrated the European Week of Sport (EWS) with a varied program held between September 23rd and 30th, encouraging sports practice and combating sedentary lifestyles.

The initiative, promoted by the European Commission and coordinated in Portugal by the Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth (IPDJ), saw the participation of dozens of individuals from various age groups across the municipality.
Activities kicked off on September 23rd at the Serpa Municipal Garden with a strength training session that gathered 16 participants. The following day, 12 participants experienced footgolf at the Football Field of the Serpa Sports Park. On September 25th, 64 people took part in the Athletics Days in Vila Verde de Ficalho, while the Pias Municipal Pool hosted 30 participants for a nighttime aqua aerobics session.
Contact with nature was promoted on September 27th with a walk along the PR1 – Trilho da Azenha, which attracted 50 hikers. On the 28th, the BeActive Senior initiative brought together 50 seniors at the Serpa Sports Park, focusing on active aging and community interaction.
The EWS closing, dedicated to workplace well-being, included two sessions. On September 29th, 13 workers participated in a workplace gymnastics session, and on September 30th, 18 workers joined a laughter yoga class.
With a widely positive assessment and active participation in all proposals, Serpa reaffirmed its commitment to health, inclusion, and the promotion of sports for the entire community.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Serpa (15/10/2026)