The multifunctional hall of the Institute for Sport and Sports Medicine of the Republic of Serbia in Košutnjak is one of the most modern sports facilities in the region. It is precisely in this sports hall that, for the first time in Serbia, participants of the IJF Academy will be training from 14 to 19 July.
It is my great pleasure to welcome all IJF Academy participants to Belgrade and Serbia. As the founder of judo, Jigoro Kano, once said, ‘Nothing under the sun is greater than education. By educating one person and sending him into the society of his generation, we make a contribution extending a hundred generations to come.’ In that spirit, I am confident that you will study diligently, acquire new knowledge, and also enjoy our traditional hospitality,
said Ivan Todorov, vice president of the EJU and president of the Judo Federation of Serbia.
In the multifunctional hall in the Serbian capital, located in one of the most beautiful parts of the city, Košutnjak, seven national sports federations train. It was built in accordance with all ecological standards, and what makes it unique is its green roof—a true little oasis featuring a viewpoint with natural grass. The roof area is grass-covered and, like the entire facility, is harmoniously integrated with the surrounding terrain and vegetation. This sports complex covers 3.36 hectares.
This sports and recreational facility includes training areas for the wrestling, judo, taekwondo, karate, shooting, and climbing federations, as well as facilities for sports medicine. It also features courts for other ball sports, relaxation zones, gyms, and shared spaces available to athletes.
In addition to dedicated areas for individual sports, the facility includes numerous shared amenities such as locker rooms, bathrooms, a medical office, and office space. The underground level contains 145 parking spaces and a shooting range; the ground floor features two combat areas and a basketball court, while the first floor includes two additional training halls, as well as supporting offices and locker rooms.
It is designed to autonomously accommodate multiple sports and athletes on a daily basis.
Author: Thea Cowen