In the first days of summer, the atmosphere at many sports centres across Da Nang has become more vibrant than usual. Football pitches, swimming pools, basketball courts and martial arts training halls are all bustling with young participants.
Observations at several sports centres show that enrolment in this year’s summer courses has increased significantly compared with normal periods, reflecting growing interest among families in promoting children’s physical development during the school holidays.
At a swimming class organised by the An Khe Ward Culture and Sports Centre, dozens of children attentively practised their movements under the guidance of instructors. As soon as the summer break began, additional swimming classes were continuously opened to meet the rising demand from parents.
Accompanying his child to swimming lessons, Le Xuan Hoang shared: “As the summer holiday begins, I decided to enrol my child in skill-development classes. My main goal is to encourage physical growth, improve posture and enhance overall fitness. At the same time, I want my child to spend less time using electronic devices to protect eyesight and encourage more physical activity.”
On the artificial turf pitch of the G.O.A.T Football Training Course Centre in Hoa Cuong Ward, the sound of coaches’ whistles echoes continuously. The young footballers, drenched in sweat, remain enthusiastic as they complete each training exercise. Outside the pitch, many parents attentively watch their children practising with determination.
Nguyen Huu Khoi Nguyen said excitedly: “Playing football with my friends is great fun. I can pursue my passion for football and make lots of new friends.”
Le Hong Anh, a representative of the G.O.A.T Football Training Course Centre, said: “The number of registrations increased significantly as soon as summer began. This year, new enrolments have risen by around 30–40 per cent compared with previous years, requiring us to open two additional training classes to meet demand.”
Alongside football and swimming, other activities such as basketball, badminton, martial arts and aerobics have also attracted large numbers of parents seeking opportunities for their children, creating a lively and energetic summer sports scene.
In addition, various life-skills education programmes and community activities have been organised throughout the city by youth organisations. These include programmes such as “Summer Festival Day”, “Police Semester”, “Military Semester”, “Colours of Childhood – Welcome Summer 2026”, and free swimming classes, all of which have attracted considerable interest from children.
Early on the morning of June 2, the “Military Semester” programme officially commenced with the participation of more than 170 young cadets, who will spend over 10 days experiencing life in a military environment. After nearly 20 years of organisation, the programme continues to earn the trust and support of parents thanks to its safe, disciplined and highly educational environment tailored to young people.
Preparing to board a vehicle bound for the Military School of Military Region V alongside his fellow members of Squad 4, Nguyen Ba Trong Phuc shared: “I’m both excited and a little nervous because I’ll soon be living with my friends and away from my family. My parents have given me lots of advice over the past few days, and I’ll do my best to complete this training experience.”
Meanwhile, the Da Nang Children’s Cultural Centre has recently launched more than 30 talent-development classes in arts and sports, helping to diversify summer recreational opportunities for children and teenagers. Numerous competitions, festivals, exchange activities and experiential programmes are also being organised, providing an environment in which children can build confidence, develop creativity and strengthen teamwork. Schools and summer clubs have likewise introduced a range of initiatives to create meaningful recreational spaces for students during the holiday period.
The availability of attractive and suitable activities also helps children reduce their use of electronic devices. This demonstrates the collective efforts of families, schools, youth organisations and local authorities in creating the conditions for children to enjoy a safe, healthy and meaningful summer.
