Active children.
A healthy future.

RPESH 2026 brought our international scientific community together in Ohrid. The conference has concluded; the exchange of knowledge and ideas continues.

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Conference highlights

An inspiring meeting.
A lasting connection.

Science, experience and new perspectives came together on the shores of Lake Ohrid.

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With exceptional energy, outstanding organisation and a strong international presence, the 7th International Scientific Conference RPESH 2026 – Research in Physical Education, Sport and Health concluded successfully in the beautiful city of Ohrid.

The conference brought together deans, vice-deans, professors, scientists, researchers, coaches, practitioners and students, creating an atmosphere rich in knowledge, inspiration, new ideas and opportunities for future international collaboration.

United by the message “Active Children, a Healthy Future”, RPESH 2026 demonstrated from its very first day that it was more than a scientific conference. It was a meeting place where science connected with practice and where new ideas, friendships and professional partnerships took shape.

An address to delegates during the RPESH 2026 conference — Celebrating knowledge, dialogue and international cooperation.

The opening ceremony

A warm welcome to Ohrid

Participants were addressed by:

Prof. Dr. Vlatko NedelkovskiDean of the Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health
Prof. Dr. Maja PajekVice-Dean for Research, Faculty of Sport, University of Ljubljana
Prof. Dr. Lazo PendovskiVice-Rector for Finance, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje

Plenary contributions

Dr. Igor Spirovski and Prof. Dr. Nuno André Nunes added particular scientific value to the programme through their plenary lectures.

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