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Hamburg, Germany - The Active City Summer 2023 program is set to bring a vibrant mix of traditional and emerging sports to the city, with an emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility. This year's lineup includes trending sports such as Pickleball, Crossminton, Bikepolo, and Walking Football, providing diverse opportunities for citizens to stay active and engaged.
The city's event, now in its eighth year, is organised by the Hansebeach agency and will run from July 1st to September 30th, 2023. The program encourages participation in sports and physical activities across various city settings, from clubs to open city environments like parks.
Bikepolo, a sport invented by American bike couriers, will be held at the Halstenbeker Turnerschaft sports field every Sunday from July 6th to September 28th at 4 pm. The "Elbspeeders" club invites everyone to Crossminton training sessions every Thursday, starting from July 10th, at 7 pm, at the Sporthalle am Gymnasium Hoheluft for two hours. Crossminton training sessions will be held in the hall on the club grounds at Waldingstraße 91.
Pickleball enthusiasts can look forward to training sessions every Thursday at TSV Wellingsbüttel, starting from July 24th to August 28th, at 7 pm. Walking Football, a slowed-down version of football aimed at those with age or mobility issues, will be held at the Hein-Klink-Stadion every Thursday from July 10th at 6 pm.
The Active City Summer event is not limited to specific districts, offering low-threshold sports programs throughout Hamburg. Over 26,000 sports enthusiasts participated in the event last year, and Hansebeach encourages sports clubs and other organizations to participate and submit new courses for the Active City Summer.
For those with disabilities, many dates are reserved throughout the event. The city's commitment to inclusivity is reflected in the broad range of sports and activities available, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to stay active and healthy year-round.
For more detailed events or a timetable for these sports in 2023, the official Hamburg Active City website or local sports associations can provide further specifics.
In Hamburg, residents can participate in Walking Football every Thursday at the Hein-Klink-Stadion, a slower version of football designed for those with age or mobility issues, starting from July 10th at 6 pm. Additionally, football enthusiasts can find a diverse range of sports options in this year's Active City Summer event, including trending sports like Pickleball and Crossminton.