Indonesia Launches New Initiative to Promote Physical Activity in Schools
**JAKARTA** – In a bid to foster a healthier generation, Indonesia is launching the Fit Indonesia Movement, a comprehensive program aimed at increasing physical activity for students nationwide. The initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Youth and Sports and involving the Ministry of Education,
proposals calls for the addition of 1 hour per day devoted to sports and exercise in all schools.
During a recent statement at the Presidential Palace Complex, Minister Dito Ariotedjo highlighted the President’s strong support for this initiative. According to Ariotedjo, President Subianto believes that incorporating daily physical activity into the school curriculum is crucial for the healthy development of youth.
“Essentially, we are starting the Fit Indonesia Movement, and it covers comprehensive policy changes,” explained Ariotedjo, emphasized that the President is very supportive of this program.
“The President, initially aimed to have a full hour of sports every day. We’ll do it in stages,” shared the minister, detailing that the goal is to gradually introduce a minimum of one hour of dedicated time for physical activity across all education levels.
Dirto underlined the importance of including essential movements like gymnastics and athletic activities. He emphasized that the program might also revive traditional Indonesian exercises.
The intention behind this initiative is twofold – strenghten the physical well-being of future generations and cultivate a new generation of athletes. At its core, it intends to revive basic skills like gymnastics by reintroducing them into physical education curricula.
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A key objective of the “Fit Indonesia Movement” is to encourage students to reconnect with physical activity and make it a regular habit.
“We hope that this program will cultivate potential athletes in the long run” Ariotedjo stressed stress the program is aimed at cultivating sporting talent.
How does Indonesia’s “Fit Indonesia Movement” aim to incorporate physical activity into the school day?
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re discussing Indonesia’s new “Fit Indonesia Movement,” a bold programme aiming to incorporate a full hour of daily physical activity into the school day. Joining us is Alex Reed, an education expert and advocate for children’s well-being.
[guest Name], what are your initial thoughts on this ambitious initiative? Do you believe it has the potential to considerably impact the health and progress of Indonesia’s youth?
**Alex Reed:** [Response]
**Host:** Some argue that dedicating an entire hour to physical activity might encroach on valuable academic time. What’s your take on balancing academics with physical well-being in the school curriculum?
**Alex Reed:** [Response]
**Host:** It’s certainly a topic that sparks debate. Do you think this program has the potential to not only improve fitness but also cultivate a new generation of athletes in Indonesia?
**Alex Reed:** [Response]
**Host:** thank you for sharing your insights.
