ei007 Outdoor Sports and Sustainability

Faculty of Sports Studies
autumn 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Asynchronous teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Gabriela Gregorovič (lecturer)
Mgr. Olga Hynková (lecturer)
Mgr. Barbora Kamrlová, PhD., M.A. (lecturer)
Mgr. Juraj Krkošek (lecturer)
Mgr. Ferdinand Szemla (lecturer)
Mgr. Pavel Vacenovský, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. František Hurt (assistant)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Olga Hynková
University Sport Centre – Department of Physical Education and Social Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Contact Person: Ing. Zuzana Florianová
Supplier department: University Sport Centre – Department of Physical Education and Social Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Prerequisites
SOUHLAS
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 10 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 0/10, only registered: 6/10
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Abstract
Outdoor Sports & Sustainability shows the role of outdoor activities in promoting healthy, active and sustainable communities. Through a combination of online learning, international collaboration and an intensive practical week, students examine how environmental, social and economic sustainability influence the development and accessibility of outdoor opportunities across Europe.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
  • Explain the principles of sustainable outdoor opportunities from environmental, social and economic perspectives
  • Analyse how public spaces, natural environments, local governance and community initiatives influence participation in outdoor physical activities
  • Compare and critically evaluate different European approaches to promoting active lifestyles through policies, infrastructure and community-based programmes
  • Identify the needs of diverse population groups and assess barriers and facilitators affecting access to outdoor activities
  • Apply principles of sustainability, inclusion and community wellbeing when planning outdoor activities and events
  • Collaborate in international teams to address complex challenges related to outdoor sport and physical activity participation
Key topics
  • Sustainable Outdoor Activities and Active Lifestyles
  • Environmental, Social and Economic Sustainability
  • Outdoor Sports and Community Wellbeing
  • Public Spaces and Green Infrastructure
  • Accessibility and Inclusion in Outdoor Recreation
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
  • online lectures
  • group discussions
  • problem-solving case study learning
  • experiential outdoor learning activities
  • oral presentations and feedback sessions
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
  • participate in at least 90% of all online sessions
  • actively participate in the intensive week
  • contribute to the development of the international group project
  • successfully present the final project 
  • fulfil all assessment requirements within the prescribed deadlines
    • Language of instruction
    English
    Teacher's information
    https://is.muni.cz/auth/do/fsps/oddeleni_internacionalizace/bips/_BIP_O_SGuide_2026.pdf
    Total Working Hours: 90 h

    • Contact Hours: 58h 
      • 18h online
      • 40h Intensive Week (Teamwork, project development, reflection)
    • Independent study: 32h (reading & preparation for seminars)

    Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
    The course is taught in blocks.
    Note related to how often the course is taught: Předmět začíná již v září a končí 14. října. Online výuka je každou středu od 15:00 do 18:00. Prezenční část probíhá od 5. 10. do 9. 10.
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