Building Innovative Light Sport Facilities in institutional care centers (BILSF)

Building Innovative Light Sport Facilities in institutional care centers

The story of BILSF project

Our mission was simple yet impactful: to encourage a more active lifestyle among socially disadvantaged and institutionalized young people in Bulgaria. By building 10 light sports facilities in 5 municipalities in Bulgaria and creating a Soft Program Training Manual, we created lasting benefits for both the youth and their communities.

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Bringing More Physical Activity to Over 500 Youth

To help more than 500 socially disadvantaged and institutionalized youngsters get active, together with our partner, SPF Bulgaria, and the municipalities of Vratsa, Dolna Banya, Pleven, Samokov, and Plovdiv, we upscaled the initial plan by doubling the number of the sport facilities from 5 to 10.

"According to Eurobarometer surveys, as of September 2022, 45% of Europeans do not play sports or take part in any physical activity."

We’ve seen young people engaging in sports and enjoying the benefits of regular physical activity, with the facilities helping to foster healthier lifestyles across communities.

Making Fitness Fun and Accessible: Our Soft Program Training Manual & Workout video

To ensure everyone can make the most of these new facilities, we teamed up with Street Workout Bulgaria to create the Soft Program Training Manual. This guide is packed with exercises for all skill levels and includes video demonstrations in both Bulgarian and English.

A Lasting Impact on Youth and Communities

The project’s impact has been profound. Over 500 young people have seen improvements in their physical health and well-being, thanks to regular access to these new sports facilities and the organised training sessions in all five cities. With the additional facilities open to the public, more people are getting active, fostering a stronger sense of community and a healthier lifestyle for all.

This project has not only brought about positive change in Bulgaria but has also set a standard for similar initiatives across Europe. The light sports facilities are adaptable and low-cost, making them an ideal solution for promoting physical activity in other regions.