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May 27 – August 25, 2025
Montessori Sport
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Description
This 40-hour online course, certified by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale), provides essential knowledge on integrating sports into the Montessori environment at all stages of development. Participants will learn about the role of movement in child development, how to create a prepared sports environment, and practical strategies for incorporating physical activity into daily Montessori practice. -
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an international AMI Сertificate
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Format
Online -
Course Language(s)
English, Russian
Who is this course for
- for parents of pre-school and primary school age children and for those who are preparing to become parents
- for educators, school leaders and other professionals working with children
- for physical activity educators
- for all those who want to better understand children and support their development based on holistic knowledge
Course Program
Learning Outcomes
- The connection between Montessori pedagogy and sports
- The role of sports in modern society
- Movement and motor development across different stages of growth
- Designing a prepared environment for sports and physical activity
- The role of the adult in supporting movement and sports
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the philosophical link between sports and Montessori education at all developmental stages
- Learning key principles and methods for integrating sports into the Montessori environment
- Recognizing how sports support a child’s overall development at each stage of growth
- Developing basic sports skills to model for children
- Gaining practical knowledge on setting up movement-friendly learning spaces
- Learning how to conduct Montessori-based sports activities
- Enhancing observation skills to support children’s movement and engagement in sports
450 EUR
After submitting the application, if there are available spots in the group, the participant will receive an invoice for payment. Payment can be made in cash or via bank transfer in euros or in tenge at the exchange rate on the day of payment.
After submitting the application, if there are available spots in the group, the participant will receive an invoice for payment. Payment can be made in cash or via bank transfer in euros or in tenge at the exchange rate on the day of payment.
- Lynne Lawrence has held the position of Executive Director of AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) since June 2008. Since 1989, Lynne has also led teacher training and school programs within the Maria Montessori Training Organisation (now known as the Maria Montessori Institute, London). In her role as Executive Director of AMI, Lynne actively promotes the association’s involvement in Montessori education projects in developing countries and oversees key areas of activity: international teacher training programs, research initiatives, the development of supplementary Montessori programs, and overall strategic development, supported by the AMI Board and teams.
- Ruben Jongkind - founder and trainer at Montessori Sports.He began his career in 2006 as a coach and has worked with several Dutch national champions in athletics, triathlon, and pentathlon. Later, he joined the youth academy of the Ajax Amsterdam football club, where he was responsible for the development of young athletes. It was at Ajax that Rubén was first introduced to the Montessori philosophy—through one of the youth team players, Jamie Lawrence. From 2011 to 2016, Rubén worked closely with the legendary Johan Cruyff and began integrating Montessori principles into the academy’s training process.
- Patrick Oudejans - founder and trainer at Montessori Sports. He worked at the AFC Ajax youth academy for 4 years as a member of the ‘talent development’ department and is an UEFA licensed youth coach with more than 11 years of coaching experience. In addition he has a Honours Bachelor degree in Sports Management at the University of Amsterdam. In 2017 he became Project Manager of Montessori Football China and he is certified to be a Montessori Football trainer. He specialises in creating an environment with room for constant changes and improvements, based on the individual needs of children.
- Jip Bartels is a co-founder and trainer at Montessori Sports. He was formerly a professional player in the AFC Ajax youth academy and a member of the Dutch national youth teams. He brings over 20 years of experience as an athlete and youth coach to the program. Jip holds AMI 6–12 Montessori Orientation (2018), AMI Administration (2023), and AMI Core Principles (2024) certificates.
- Heidi Philippart is the founder of two Montessori Bilingual Preschools and the 2Voices Montessori Study Room for adult education in Amsterdam. Her specialty is helping parents in the application of Montessori principles and bilingualism in the home environment. Heidi has spoken extensively around the Netherlands and internationally on Montessori-related topics for the birth to three years age group. Heidi holds a Masters Degree in Education and is an AMI Trainer, examiner and consultant at the 0-3 level.
Internationally Recognized Standard
AMI certification is globally acknowledged as the highest standard in Montessori education. The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) was founded by Maria Montessori in 1929 to advance the Montessori movement worldwideand uphold the quality of Montessori education. AMI courses set the benchmark for excellence in Montessori training, ensuring a deep and authentic understanding of the method.
Professional and Personal Growth
This course offers a profound understanding of child development and serves as a valuable opportunity for professional growth for educators, coaches, and specialists working with children. The knowledge gained provides a strong foundation for personal development, fostering an inner transformation in how adults perceive and interact with children.
Participants will explore Montessori Sports, which introduces a child-centered approach to sports education. The program integrates sports as a fundamental component of child development, emphasizing movement as a key element in building concentration, discipline, and self-confidence.
AMI certification is globally acknowledged as the highest standard in Montessori education. The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) was founded by Maria Montessori in 1929 to advance the Montessori movement worldwideand uphold the quality of Montessori education. AMI courses set the benchmark for excellence in Montessori training, ensuring a deep and authentic understanding of the method.
Professional and Personal Growth
This course offers a profound understanding of child development and serves as a valuable opportunity for professional growth for educators, coaches, and specialists working with children. The knowledge gained provides a strong foundation for personal development, fostering an inner transformation in how adults perceive and interact with children.
Participants will explore Montessori Sports, which introduces a child-centered approach to sports education. The program integrates sports as a fundamental component of child development, emphasizing movement as a key element in building concentration, discipline, and self-confidence.
The training gave me self assurance and self confidence that I was lacking for a long time
Heidemarie
AMI 3-6 trained Montessori guide
The course experience helped me recall my own time of sports played in my earlier years and has brought a desire to start including sports in my daily lifestyle. It also inspired me to plan sports activities for children in my Montessori school myself
Niti
AMI 0-3 trained Montessori guide, school administrator
I was of the opinion that sports can't be introduced to primary school children. The way sports can be introduced on primary level was an eye opener
Kishore
AMI 6-12 trained Montessori guide
Heidemarie
AMI 3-6 trained Montessori guide
The course experience helped me recall my own time of sports played in my earlier years and has brought a desire to start including sports in my daily lifestyle. It also inspired me to plan sports activities for children in my Montessori school myself
Niti
AMI 0-3 trained Montessori guide, school administrator
I was of the opinion that sports can't be introduced to primary school children. The way sports can be introduced on primary level was an eye opener
Kishore
AMI 6-12 trained Montessori guide
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