ACTIVEGYM
The Active Balance Gym: Gymnastics for Health and Well-Being project addresses the growing physical inactivity and workplace stress affecting employees aged 30–50, particularly those in management roles. Sedentary work patterns contribute to poor posture, reduced mobility, increased stress, and higher risks of cardiovascular and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.
To respond to these challenges, the project introduces the Adaptive Gymnastic Learning Environment (AGLE)—an innovative, workplace-oriented approach focused on improving posture, balance, agility, and functional movement through gymnastics-based activities. AGLE complements existing fitness offers by targeting functional health needs often neglected in standard workplace wellness programs.
The project will produce a practical AGLE manual, train coaches, and pilot gymnastic sessions in Slovenia, Italy, and Turkey. Expected results include reduced workplace stress, improved physical fitness, and stronger team dynamics. By aligning with Erasmus+ priorities on health, inclusion, and lifelong physical activity, the project delivers a scalable and replicable model for sustainable workplace well-being across Europe.
Project objectives
The main objective of the project is to develop and validate the AGLE manual and implement structured workplace gymnastics activities for employees aged 30–50. The project aims to:
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design a practical, evidence-based manual for workplace gymnastics;
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train coaches to deliver AGLE-based activities consistently and safely;
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pilot gymnastic sessions in real workplace environments;
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improve posture, balance, functional movement, and stress management among participants;
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promote sustainable, inclusive, and non-competitive physical activity models.
Through manual development and pilot implementation, the project ensures tangible outputs, measurable results, and long-term usability beyond EU funding.
Partners
Consortia
The consortium brings together three complementary partners with expertise in project management, gymnastics education, and dissemination. The coordinator, Športno društvo Endorfin (Slovenia), leads project management, quality assurance, and implementation. ASD ASTER Cheer (Italy) contributes technical expertise in gymnastics and leads the development of the AGLE manual. School Activities Association (Turkey) supports dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and pilot implementation, ensuring strong outreach, visibility, and sustainability of project results across different national contexts.
Coordinator
ŠPORTNO DRUŠTVO ENDORFIN
Športno društvo Endorfin is a community-based sports organization with extensive experience in Erasmus+ Sport project coordination, workplace physical activity, and inclusive sports programs. As coordinator, Endorfin is responsible for overall project management, quality assurance, financial monitoring, and compliance with Erasmus+ rules. The organization leads the implementation of AGLE activities in Slovenia and hosts the LTTA in Ajdovščina, using a fully equipped gymnastics hall in cooperation with the Institute of Sport Ajdovščina. Endorfin also supports dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and long-term sustainability, ensuring the AGLE model is embedded into local and regional workplace wellness practices.
Partner, Newcomer
ASD ASTER Cheer – Italy
ASD ASTER Cheer is an amateur sports association specialized in gymnastics, cheerleading, and movement education. The organization brings strong technical expertise in gymnastics-based training, posture correction, and functional movement. Within the project, ASD ASTER Cheer leads the development of the AGLE manual, structuring exercises, methodologies, and implementation guidelines. The partner also contributes to coach training, pilot implementation in Italy, and content quality assurance. As a newcomer to Erasmus+, ASD ASTER Cheer strengthens the consortium with innovative practice-based knowledge while gaining experience in European cooperation and project implementation.
Partner
School Activities Association – Turkey
The School Activities Association is an experienced organization working closely with the Turkish Ministry of Youth and Sports and educational institutions. It has strong expertise in dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale sports program implementation. In the project, the association leads communication and visibility activities, ensuring strong outreach to employers, public institutions, and policymakers in Turkey. It supports participant recruitment, pilot implementation of AGLE activities, and quality monitoring. The partner also plays a key role in sustainability by linking the project outcomes with national sports structures and promoting long-term adoption of workplace gymnastics programs.
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