In the restoration, redevelopment and renovation of two historical gymnasiums in Athens, the National Gymnasium of Athens “Ioannis Fokianos”, as well as the public and model Kaisariani children’s gym, a total budget of up to 5,580,000 euros, will proceed with the Ministry of Education.

In particular, as announced by the Ministry, which is supervised by the two gyms, the renovation will include rehabilitation, energy upgrading, accessibility enhancement for people with disabilities, improving security infrastructure (fire safety, earthquake protection) and environmental protection.

In the context of sports education and experiential learning, the two gymnasiums perform activities with Olympic and non -widespread sports, in motor skills adapted to the age of students, as well as educational guided tours at the Gymnasium Museum. Fokianos ”, in the National Garden, but also at the Caesarian Shooting Range.

“The creation of modern and secure infrastructure is an integral part of the educational process, “said the Minister of Education, Religions and Sports, Sofia Zacharakis, adding that at the same time” reflects the commitment of Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ government and our children,“

“We receive the messages from local communities, we record the observations of our teachers, but mainly listen to our students and listening to their needs. What fills us with optimism and satisfaction is that in the existing areas of the two gyms, highly creative educational activities are already being carried out in the context of sports education and experiential learning. Our education is worth the best and we will continue to work consistently for that“, Concluded Mrs Zacharakis.