The Montessori Sports Summit 2027

GROWING MINDS. MOVING BODIES. BUILDING COMMUNITY.

An annual gathering for educators, coaches, administrators, and families.

Montessori Sports Summit 2027

More Than a Conference.

The Montessori Sports Summit brings together educators, sports professionals, and movement practitioners from around the world to connect, exchange ideas, and be inspired by new possibilities at the intersection of Montessori education, sports, and human development.

Together, we’ll explore the powerful role movement plays in how children learn, grow, connect, and discover their potential. Through meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and diverse perspectives, the Summit creates space to challenge assumptions, spark new ideas, and imagine what’s possible when education and sport come together.

Theme

Building Bridges

Connecting people, ideas, and practices

Date

Jul 30–31, 2027

Friday & Saturday

Location

De Rijp, Netherlands

Hotel De Rijper Eilanden

Price

$100

Access to all sessions, Friday Dinner & Saturday Lunch included

Call for Proposals

Do you have an inspiring story to share?

At the Montessori Sports Summit 2027, there is room for keynotes and workshops that bring your message to a global community with a presence in 89 countries. Whether your story comes from the classroom, the field, the court, or the research lab, we want to hear how movement and sport help children grow.

Ready to share yours? Fill in the "Call for proposals" form.

Deadline for proposals: February 1, 2027

Schedule

Friday Saturday Extras

Friday, July 30, 2027

16:00 – 17:00

Registration

17:00 – 18:00

Opening Remarks

18:00 – 19:00

Keynote 1

19:00 – 21:00

Dinner and Reception

Saturday, July 31, 2027

08:00 – 09:00

Morning Coffee

09:00 – 10:00

Keynote 2

10:00 – 10:15

Coffee Break

10:15 – 11:15

Workshops Round 1

11:15 – 11:30

Coffee Break

11:30 – 12:30

Workshops Round 2

12:30 – 12:45

Group Photo

12:45 – 14:00

Lunch

14:00 – 15:00

Guided Session

15:00 – 15:15

Walking Break

15:15 – 16:45

Practical session by Montessori Sports & Q4 Profiles

16:45 – 17:00

Walking Break

17:00 – 18:00

Keynote

18:00 – 19:00

Closing Remarks

18:30 – 21:00

Dinner and Reception

Thursday, July 29, 2027 (optional, not included)

16:00 – 17:00

Early Arrival Registration

18:00 – 19:00

Dinner and drinks

20:00 – 22:00

Movie night

Friday, July 30, 2027 (optional, not included)

09:00 – 11:00

Visit HQ of Association Montessori Internationale

13:00 – 16:00

Observe at the International Football Camp

Aftermovie: Montessori Sports Summit 2026

Relive the moments, connections, and movement from the Summit.

What to Expect

Everything you need to know before you arrive.

Accommodation +

Special room rates are available for Summit attendees staying at Hotel De Rijper Eilanden. Staying on-site makes it easy to take part in the full Summit experience and connect with other participants throughout the event.

To reserve your room, email [email protected] and mention “Montessori Sports” to receive the Summit discount.

Travel & Getting There +

Hotel De Rijper Eilanden is located in the village of De Rijp, about 30 minutes by car from Amsterdam. The venue is also easily accessible by public transportation, with the journey taking approximately 45 minutes.

More travel and transportation information will be shared with registered participants ahead of the Summit.

View Hotel De Rijper Eilanden on Google Maps →

Certificate +

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance recognizing their participation in the Montessori Sports Summit.

Beyond the Summit +

There’s more to discover just beyond the venue.

Set in the peaceful Dutch countryside, De Rijp is a historic village filled with traditional architecture, quiet canals, charming streets, and an unmistakable sense of place.

Between sessions, take a walk, explore the village, or simply slow down and enjoy the surroundings. It’s a setting that invites connection, reflection, and a little curiosity.

And when you’re ready for a change of pace, Amsterdam is just 30 minutes away by car.

Come for the Summit. Discover De Rijp along the way.

Simultaneous Events

The Summit is part of a bigger weekend experience in De Rijp. With several events happening onsite, there are more opportunities to learn, connect, be active, and spend time together beyond the Summit.

Choose to join the Sport Camp, take part in the Onsite Course, or make space for both.

Event

Sports Camps

From football to tennis, a variety of sports camps will take place onsite in De Rijp during summer 2027. Each camp is facilitated by Montessori Sports, with coaches trained in the Montessori Sports approach.

Children ages 6–16 are invited to learn, play, and develop their skills in a supportive, child-centered environment.

Learn more →

Event

Onsite Advanced Course

This summer, Montessori Sports will offer its Advanced Course onsite in De Rijp alongside the Summit. This unique opportunity brings participants together for an immersive week of focused study, professional learning, and shared exploration.

Learning takes place within a cohort and extends beyond the classroom, with opportunities to observe Montessori Sports coaches and sports camps in action, connect theory to practice, and engage with the wider Summit community.

Learn more →