Celebrating over 20 years of action-packed summers, the Olympic Adventure Camp in Düsseldorf is the perfect opportunity for your family to take part in over 52 different types of sports and activities while having fun and making new friends.
It’s free, requires no pre-registration, non-binding, and is inclusive for all children between the ages of 6 and 21 (but if you ask me, it’s a great place to be with the even smaller ones too – there are tons of activities for the little ones as well 😉).
Here’s everything you need to know about the Olympic Adventure Camp and why it’s a must-do for families living in/around Düsseldorf. ⬇️
This post was generously sponsored by the Düsseldorf Sportamt.
What is The Olympic Adventure Camp All About?
The Olympic Adventure Camp (OAC) is an annual summer camp organized by the Düsseldorf Sports Office (Sportamt). It is an inclusive way for all children and teenagers (both with and without disabilities) to stay active, learn some new sports, and enjoy their last week before the back-to-school season starts!
TIP: Don’t worry, it’s not all about the kids here in Düsseldorf, Sport im Park is a similar opportunity offered by the city for both young and old to try out different workout classes around the city and in the most beautiful parks.
But it’s not just about sports; it also incorporates creative workshops, team-building games, and educational sessions that will help promote their personal development and teamwork. With the help of professional coaches and close supervision, the kids have the opportunity to test out a range of activities and sports in a safe and inclusive environment while gaining valuable tips to help them improve their skills and pick out the sports they love the most.
This year, you’ll find the Olympic Adventure Camp on the Apolloplatz field from August 10th until August 17th every day from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
For upcoming OAC dates, make sure to check back on the Sportamt website for more information.
What Types of Sports and Activities Will There Be?
Your children need to be able to access a multitude of sports to open their minds and imaginations and see what their next sport could be. For example, until I took my son at the age of 5 rock climbing for the first time, I had no idea that’d be “his sport”. Most of us just naturally lean towards the basics – football, handball, hockey, etc. (which we have plenty of in the city by the way) but how about we jump outside of our comfort zones today?!
At the Olympic Adventure Camp, you’ll find all different types of sports and activities – 52 to be exact – adventure sports, Olympic sports, trendy sports, you name it! Here are just a few sports and activities you’ll find (always subject to change) 😉⬇️
- 3×3 Basketball
- AirTrack (TV Kalkum 1911/Wittlaer e.V.)
- Amputee Football (Fortuna Düsseldorf)
- Blind Obstacle Course
- Archery
- Boxing (TuS Gerresheim)
- Bubble Soccer
- Capoeira (Capoeira School Düsseldorf)
- Casting (Rheinischer Fischereiverband)
- Cheerleading (SCU CHEERLEADER Düsseldorf)
- Duo-Tramp
- Climbing
- Fencing (Deutscher Fecht-Club Düsseldorf)
- Football (DJK AGON O8 / MSV DÜSSELDORF)
- Gladiator Fights
- Go-Kart Track
- Hobby Horsing
- High Rope Course with Bungee Trampolines
- Inflatable Bounce House
- Judo (Judoclub 71)
- Canoeing (WSV Rheintreue)
- Children’s Movement Course (DAYO Sport)
- KNIRPS Bus and Blue Elephant
- Kung Fu Wu Shu (Tai Wu Dao Association)
- Pedal Boats
- Athletics – Cross Country (TV Kalkum 1911/Wittlaer e.V.)
- Bike Course
- Ninja Course
- OFFROAD Bus
- Parkour
- Pole Vaulting
- Pirate Net
- Prusiking
- Roller Track
- Wheelchair Course
- Rowing (RC Germania Düsseldorf)
- Slacklining
- Play Area – Board Games
- Street Racket
- Surf Simulator
- Taekwondo (Sportwerk)
- Dance & Hip-Hop (TanzBar)
- Tennis (Tennis District Düsseldorf)
- Table Tennis (Borussia Düsseldorf)
- Water Slide
- And many more!
Worth Mentioning: Inclusion Day – Special Activities For Kids With Disabilities 💛
On August 13, 2024, the Olympic Adventure Camp will be putting a special focus on children with disabilities, making sure that they receive VIP access to the coolest sports there are to take part in. Of course, all children are welcome to attend, but we will be celebrating.
Tips For Your Visit to The Olympic Adventure Camp
✅ Bring your water bottles: Free drinking water stations are available!
✅ Pack that sunscreen! L’Oreal will be sponsoring the event so if you happen to forget your bottle, make sure to check back at the info points to lather up.
A special thanks go out to the sponsors and partners who make this all realistic!
The Sportamt and the Amt für Soziales und Jugend teamed up with the Stadtsportbund Düsseldorf, the Düsseldorfer Sportvereinen und, and other amazing organizations to make this dream camp a reality for our Düsseldorfer kiddies!
- Stadtwerke Düsseldorf
- L’Oréal
- Amt für Verkehrsmanagement
- Amt für Umwelt- und Verbraucherschutz
- Bädergesellschaft Düsseldorf
For more information on the Olympic Adventure Camp, including detailed schedules, registration forms, and FAQs, visit the Olympic Adventure Camp website. You can also follow updates and announcements on their official social media channels to stay informed about the latest news and events.
