The organisers of the European Para Championships 2027 have officially unveiled the full sports programme for the next edition of Europe’s largest multi-sport para event, which will take place in Geneva, Switzerland, from 2 to 15 August 2027. More than 2,000 athletes from across Europe are expected to compete for continental titles and qualification places for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games during the two-week event, which will be hosted in and around the Palexpo complex. The programme will feature 12 sports: Compared with the inaugural edition held in Rotterdam in 2023, the Geneva championships will further expand the event’s multisport character, bringing together an even broader range of disciplines under one umbrella. For two weeks, Europe’s leading para athletes will compete side by side in a unique environment designed to showcase the strength and diversity of para sport while creating additional opportunities for visibility, collaboration and growth. “These European Para Championships bring together different sports and federations at a single event. It makes it possible to showcase their full range of capabilities,” said Eric KERSTEN, CEO of the European Para Championships. “More sports means more competition, more dynamism and a stronger platform for para sport in Europe.” The European Para Championships were launched in 2023 in Rotterdam, where more than 1,500 athletes from 45 countries competed across 10 sports. Geneva 2027 is expected to build on that success with a larger programme and an even greater international impact. Further details regarding competition schedules, venues and ticket sales will be announced by the organisers at a later stage.
ETTU extends application deadline for CES Level 1 Participation Coach Course
Following strong interest from across the European table tennis community, ETTU has extended the application deadline for the second edition of the ETTU CES Level 1 Participation Coach Course. The new application deadline is 15 June 2026. Following the successful completion of the inaugural edition, ETTU is pleased to continue its commitment to coach education by offering a comprehensive programme designed to support the development of participation coaches throughout Europe. The course fee is €1,500 and includes online lectures, practical sessions with top coaches, assessments and personalised feedback, 24/7 access to study materials, IT and administrative support, as well as an official ETTU Certificate upon successful completion. Please note that travel and accommodation costs for the 4–5 day practical session are not included in the course fee. To support coach development, ETTU will award eight half-scholarships, each covering 50% of the course fee. Admission requirements Applicants must provide: How to apply The course is limited to 20 participants, with places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications should be sent to projects@ettu.org and must include: All applicants: Scholarship applicants (in addition to the above): Applicants who would only be able to attend with scholarship support are encouraged to indicate this clearly in their application. Course timeline The theoretical part of the course will begin on 15 June 2026 and will be delivered on a flexible, self-paced basis. The practical component is scheduled for August 2026, with the exact dates and venue to be announced at a later stage. The next step in the ETTU coaching pathway, the CES Level 2 Course, is planned for Autumn 2026. ETTU encourages all interested coaches and National Associations to take advantage of the extended deadline and join this important educational initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots and participation coaching across Europe. You can find more information about the programme here.
