World Athletics Day
May 7 · Level 9 · #290 of 2238
A day for running, jumping and throwing that invites kids and grown-ups to try athletics. The idea is simple: this sport is open to almost everyone, because all you need to start is a pair of trainers and a bit of space.
How it is celebrated: schools and sports clubs organise relays, fun runs, and jumping and throwing contests, while coaches show young children how enjoyable a day at the track can be. Whole classes and even office teams often join in.
The international federation, World Athletics, is based in Monaco, and its Kids' Athletics programme is aimed at children of roughly seven to twelve, built around games rather than strict performance targets.