18–20 September 2026
Three days of scientific and professional programme.
7th International Scientific Conference RPESH 2026
Active Children,
a Healthy Future
From Scientific Evidence to National Action
Every child moving, every day!
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About the conference
Dear colleagues
It is our great pleasure to announce that the Faculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje will organise the 7th International Scientific Conference RPESH 2026, which will be held from 18 to 20 September 2026 at the UKIM Congress Centre in Ohrid.
The conference will focus on contemporary scientific and professional developments in sport science, physical education, and health. Its central theme reflects a commitment to translating scientific evidence into effective educational, health, and social action aimed at fostering more active, healthier, and more successful future generations.
We invite researchers, university teachers, professionals, doctoral students, and students to present the results of their original research and contribute to the exchange of scientific knowledge and the development of new forms of regional and international cooperation.
Ohrid — host city of RPESH 2026, on the shore of Lake Ohrid.
Key information
The conference at a glance
Ohrid, North Macedonia
UKIM Congress Centre, on the shore of Lake Ohrid.
International scientific conference
The seventh edition of the RPESH conference series.
Physical education, sport and health
Research presented across thirteen thematic areas.
Thematic areas
Where your research fits
Original research is welcome in any of the four thematic groups of the conference.
Physical activity, fitness and healthy habits
Physical activity, physical fitness, and healthy habits among children and young people.
Physical and health education
Physical and health education, and the development of active schools.
Sedentary behaviour and sleep
Sedentary behaviour, screen time, sleep, and quality of life.
Sports nutrition and health
Sports nutrition and its relationship with health.
Performance and diagnostics
Sports performance, training, and performance diagnostics.
Motor control and learning
Motor control and motor learning.
Injuries and return to sport
Sports injuries, rehabilitation, and return to sport.
Psychology, sociology and pedagogy
Psychological, sociological, and pedagogical aspects of physical education and sport.
History of physical education and sport
History of physical education and sport.
Management, marketing and media
Sport management, marketing, and media.
Sport, recreation and tourism
Sport, recreation, and tourism.
New technologies in sport science
New technologies and contemporary methods in sport science.
Innovative research approaches
Innovative research approaches.
Key dates
Deadlines to keep in mind
All dates are taken from the Second Call of the conference.
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Abstract submission deadline
5 September 2026
Following the review process, authors will be notified of the decision regarding the acceptance of their submitted abstracts. Accepted abstracts will be published in the Book of Abstracts.
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Conference days
18–20 September 2026
Three days of scientific programme at the UKIM Congress Centre in Ohrid.
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Full paper submission deadline
25 November 2026
Full papers must be prepared in accordance with the author guidelines of the journal Research in Physical Education, Sport and Health. All submitted papers undergo a standard peer-review process, after which authors are notified of the Editorial Board’s decision.
Conference fee
€50
- International participants: payment by SEPA or SWIFT bank transfer.
- Participants from North Macedonia: payment in Macedonian denars at the corresponding exchange rate.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the conference fee and must be arranged individually by each participant. Participants may choose a hotel, apartment, or another type of accommodation in Ohrid, preferably near the UKIM Congress Centre. Due to high tourist demand in Ohrid during September, early booking is strongly recommended.
Call for participation
Present your research in Ohrid
We invite researchers, university teachers, professionals, doctoral students, and students to present the results of their original research in one of the conference’s thematic areas.
Researchers
Original studies across sport science, physical education and health.
University teachers
Teaching practice, curricula and evidence-based physical education.
Doctoral students & students
A place to present early results and meet the regional research community.
Professionals
Coaches, teachers and health professionals working with children and athletes.
Organisers and partners
Behind the conference
OrganiserFaculty of Physical Education, Sport and Health, Skopje
UniversitySs. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje
JournalResearch in Physical Education, Sport and Health
VenueUKIM Congress Centre, Ohrid
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Supporters & media partnersTo be announced