The fifth edition of the Poeldag SportExperience demonstrated once again today how sport gets Amstelveen moving. On De Poel and the Northern Bank of De Poel, over 3,000 visitors enjoyed a day full of sport, social interaction, and fun. With the participation of no fewer than 50 local sports and physical activity providers, the efforts of over 100 volunteers, and a varied program on land and water, it became a wonderful sports festival.
Alderman for Sport Herbert Raat and Heleen van Ketwich Verschuur, Director of AmstelveenSport, gave the official start signal this morning. The atmosphere was immediately lively with an impressive handiski demonstration on De Poel by Amstelveen's Athlete of the Year 2025, Roger Pop. This was followed by the flag parade of all participating providers, led by Daniel Abraham, Athlete of the Year 2024 and flag bearer for TeamNL at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
Spread across the grounds, visitors could try out various sports for free throughout the day. From hockey, baseball, and gymnastics to dance, martial arts, mind sports, and even learning how to extinguish fires: people participated enthusiastically everywhere. The popularity of the event was evident in the queues at the smoothie bike and the climbing wall, among other things, where visitors waited patiently to get in on the action themselves. The festival stage also drew a large crowd with a varied program of demonstrations and performances.
There was also plenty of activity on the water. Many visitors explored De Poel in canoes, SUPs, pedal boats, and small boats, or took a trip in one of the sailboats from the raft. In addition to sports, there was a strong focus on a healthy and active lifestyle, vitality, and well-being. As a result, the day offered not only the chance to discover new sports but also inspiration to be active and healthy in an accessible way.
A day out on the Northern Bank of the Poel
Come along and experience a fun day on and by the water. Actively participate in sports and games, or relax on the terrace with food and drinks.
From 10:00 to 18:00, enjoy:
There is an activity card for children. Participate in various activities, collect stamps, and hand in a completed card for a nice gift!
Official opening at 11:00 AM. Free admission and participation.
Whether you come alone, with friends, or with the whole family: the Poeldag is the place where sport and relaxation come together.
A special beginning
The day starts at 10:00 AM, after which Alderman Herbert Raat will perform the official opening at 11:00 AM. This will be followed by an impressive demonstration on the water by Roger Pop. As Sportsperson of the Year 2025 he shows what is technically possible with Handiski.
This is followed by the flag parade, during which all participating sports and physical activity providers present themselves. This parade is led by an Amstelveen icon: Daniel Abraham., Sportsperson of the Year 2024 and the flag bearer for TeamNL during the Paralympic Games in Paris.
Unique experience
In the middle of De Poel lies a large raft, accessible by boats from Stichting Uiterton, or under your own power with SUPs, canoes, or pedal boats from the Sup Sup Club and Watersportvereniging Amstelveen. Step aboard a sailboat from the raft and sail a lap around De Poel.
Festival stage full of demos and music
In the middle of the Northern Poeloever stands a large stage (6×8 meters), where demonstrations and performances by participating sports and physical activity providers take place throughout the day.
Questions? Send an email to the neighborhood sports coach via: movecoach@amstelveensport.nl
Water adventure at De Poel
In the middle of De Poel lies a large raft, accessible by boats from Stichting Uiterton, or under your own steam with sups, canoes or pedalos from the Sup Sup Club and Watersportvereniging Amstelveen. Step from the raft aboard a sailboat and sail a round on De Poel – a unique experience.
New: festival stage full of demos and music
For the first time, there will be a large stage (6×8 meters) on the site, where demonstrations and performances by participating associations will take place all day long. Enjoy dance shows by Dansschool Mittelmeijer, Dance Improvement and an enchanting Bollywood dance demo by Uddipana Das. ATILIM and Circusschool De Pretpiste will also provide spectacular demos. In between, Children's DJ Rogier de Avonturier will provide cheerful music and a festive atmosphere.
Questions? Send an email to the neighborhood sports coach via: movecoach@amstelveensport.nl
Sailing & boating
SUP & canoe
Football & hockey
Rugby, Volleyball, Basketball and Korfball
Baseball & Softball
Self-defense
Outdoor
Mind games & creative
Dance
Gymnastics, gymnastics and circus
Rescue & swimming
Athletics
Workout
Vitality & Lifestyle
