Montessori Sports Fundamentals
March 1- June 24, 2025
Hybrid Format
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Certificate Course
Learn how to integrate sports into your Montessori environment.
In a world with over 8 billion people, regardless of country, language, community, or culture, there exists a shared passion that unites us – sports.
This affinity for sports is particularly pronounced in children. The innate inclination and longing for motion are fundamental aspects of our being. It becomes our responsibility as adults to nurture this love and necessity for movement, fostering a sustainable and enjoyable relationship with exercise.
Sports, in particular, not only introduce a natural element of movement but also contribute to emotional and spiritual development. From encouraging healthy competition to instilling a sense of belonging to something greater than oneself, sports possess an incredible ability to connect us to ourselves, our bodies, and the world around us.
MINT is excited to offer this course in collaboration with Montessori Sports.
This course is for…
Educators
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Physical Education Teachers
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Parents
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Coaches
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Administrators
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Educators | Physical Education Teachers | Parents | Coaches | Administrators |
Course Schedule
Online Sessions
Kick Off
March 1, 10 a.m - 12 p.m CT
Q&A Session
April 5, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. CT
Exam Preparation
May 17, 10 a.m - 12 p.m CT
Self-Paced Program
Online Course Activities
March 1 - June 23
Onsite in Dallas
Viva Voce & Graduation
June 23 - 24, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m CT
Week of MINT Montessori Core Principles onsite.
Requirements
In order to obtain the Montessori Sports Fundamentals certificate all assignments will be checked and approved* by the Montessori Sports team. After the final assignments are approved, the participant will receive the certificate by email.
*If the assignments are not approved, the participant needs to complete an alternative assignment that we will send by email.
"Movement is an essential factor in intellectual growth."
Dr. Maria Montessori | The Secret of Childhood
Tuition & Fees
Course Tuition
$600
Due upon acceptance.
Application Fee
$50
Application fee is non-refundable.
Financial Support
ACE Fund
The Alumni Continuing Education Fund provides discounted tuition for returning MINT students on select courses.
School Sponsorship
Many students receive school sponsorships to fund their training at MINT. Our team is available to guide both applicants and schools through this process.
Meet the Trainer
Patrick Oudejans
Patrick Oudejans launched his coaching career in 2005, focusing on children aged 6-12. Graduating with an Honors Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management and Business in 2014, he conducted his thesis at the AFC Ajax youth academy. In 2013, he joined Ajax as a Data Analyst, contributing to Plan Cruyff and exploring international football environments. Moving to Cruyff Football in 2015, he expanded globally and piloted sports integration into Montessori environments in Beijing in 2017, establishing two CASA programs. Co-founding Montessori Sports in 2018, Patrick created an AMI-accredited program in 2020 to integrate sports into children’s daily activities, showcasing his commitment to educational improvement through sport.
Are you ready to take the next step in your Montessori journey?
