Train like an astronaut
Challenge your students to complete real training missions inspired by those of astronauts, combining physical activity with scientific research, and prepare them to train like real space explorers!
Recommended for children ages 5 to 14, the program runs from September through July.
Mission X is a global project that encourages students under the age of 14 to develop an interest in science through training worthy of astronauts. Teams of students complete physical exercises that are converted into “steps,” allowing the mascots Luna and Leo to walk to the Moon.
Its goal: introduce children to the benefits of a balanced diet and physical activity, inspired by the way astronauts prepare for their space missions. Children become real space explorers, while learning to take care of their bodies and minds.
There are lots of prizes to be won by the top 4 teams!
And for the winning team: a rock-climbing workshop at the RedRock Center in Sanem, and the other three teams will enjoy an exceptional day at the Luxembourg Science Center!
MISSIONS
Discover all the activities offered in Mission X. It’s up to you to put together your own space mission to suit your desires and possibilities!
Sports: they gain in strength, endurance, coordination, motor skills and spatial perception.
Examples of exercises :
- Astro-running: improve your agility
- Back to the base
- Build an astronaut body
- A step into space
- Get on your space bike!
- Jump to the moon!
- Physical strength of the crew
- Space Rock’n Roll!
- Diving to the International Space Station
Science: They discover the basics of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), while learning about the scientific approach and teamwork.
Examples of exercises :
- Living bones, solid bones
- At the speed of light!
- Taste in space
- The bionic hand
- Space farmer
- Edible plants in space
Throughout the challenge, students carry out missions, collect points and help mascots LUna and Léo reach their goal of landing on the Moon!
How does the competition work?
- You register online
- You’re free to choose which missions to carry out, and when.
- You record each completed task on https://trainlikeanastronaut.org/submit-activities/
- Follow the progress of other classes from around the world and boost your scores to bring Luna and Leo closer to the Moon.
ready to rise to the challenge?
Join Mission X and turn your classroom into a space training center!
Registration is now open!
a collective goal, a universal adventure!
A collective goal, a universal adventure!
More information on the international website: https://trainlikeanastronaut.org
Any questions?
Write to us at contact@esero.lu or
Call +352 621 969 019 – we’re here to help!
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