Conference Venue
The 21st European Conference for the Sociology of Sport will take place at the Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw.
IMPORTANT! Please note that the venue has limited accessibility for individuals with disabilities due to circumstances beyond the organizer’s control.
Address
Józef Piłsudski University
of Physical Education in Warsaw
ul. Marymoncka 34
00-968 Warsaw
Public transportation
- Bus stop AWF, bus lines: 103, 181, 197
- Tram stop AWF, tramway lines: 6, 17
- Subway M1 (Metro M1) from city centre to the nearest station Stare Bielany Station
Click here to download the map of Campus
Campus
Campus of AWF Warsaw with its area of 58 627 ha is one of the most beautiful campuses in Poland and in Europe mainly thanks to its unique location within a nature reserve. It has been entered into the register of monuments because of exceptional examples of Polish architecture of the interwar period. A courtyard surrounded by a complex of buildings with an open passage under a portal of the main building which lets the visitor see the forest in the background create unforgettable atmosphere.
The University has complete didactic and sports infrastructure at its premises. The area surrounded by beautiful recreational terrains allows spending free time in an active way.
In the proximity of the campus there is an underground station – Stare Bielany – that makes it possible to quickly get to the city centre. Thanks to this transport link students, staff and visitors may use and enjoy the rich cultural and educational offer of the capital city to the fullest.
Venue – Photo Gallery
About the Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw
History
The Józef Piłsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw, founded in the early 20th century, is now a prestigious part of the Polish and European education system. It offers quality education and research led by 365 expert academic staff, ensuring top qualifications for students’ future careers and personal growth. Graduates leave equipped with essential skills, and the University consistently ranks highly in national standings.
Academic activity
AWF Warsaw conducts research in physical culture fields, such as sports, biochemistry, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, and physiotherapy. Studies assess the health of Poles and the role of physical culture in physical and mental well-being. Faculty secure grants through national competitions and collaborate with leading institutions like the Military Institute of Aviation Medicine, the Institute of Sport, and the Polish Academy of Sciences. The University also organizes prominent scientific conferences annually, both nationally and internationally.
