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Sports and exercise coordinator basic year (bol)

Discover your passion as a sports and exercise coordinator

In this first, broad foundation year of the program, you'll explore all facets of sports and exercise. You'll be introduced to the four majors and discover your passions and talents. After this first year, you'll choose your next step in the second year.

The four outflow profiles:

During this year, you'll learn the basic skills of various sports and exercise activities. You'll learn how to work with people, as your job involves interacting with all kinds of people, from young to old, from athletic to physically challenged. You'll also learn to organize, supervise, and lead activities.

Areas of interest

More information.

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Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is €1.511. Check DUO.nl for possible student financing.

Other costs

You only pay this if you are 1 years or older at the start of the academic year (18 August).

For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please visit the website of  mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

In many courses, students cannot do without a computer. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.

Other educational supplies

In addition to books and digital teaching materials, other educational materials for personal use are required/desired for following this course. Read more about it here.

Limited number of places available

This is a training with a limited number of placesIt's important to apply on time. This increases your chances of getting a place in the program, provided you meet the admission requirements. It's also wise to apply for another program that suits you.

Study in figures

Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
  • You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.

Sports test

This program requires a fitness test. You will receive more information by email. The test days are held monthly from December through May.

Important information

Closing date

The closing date for applications for the 2026-2027 school year is April 1, 2026.

Test days for the 2026-2027 school year: exact dates to follow

  • December 2025
  • January 2026
  • March 2026
  • May 2026

These test days will be held at the Vijfkamp Sports Hall in Eindhoven. A test day lasts approximately 4,5 hours.

What do you need to master?

On the test day, we'll test the following components: teaching, sports games, gymnastics, basic movement techniques, moving to music, and shuttle running. Collaboration, fair play, communication, and perseverance are also important. All assignments for the test day can be found in the invitation letter you receive after registering.

Result

For the test components you will be assessed on a 5-point scale.

5 = Good. Meets the required standard by far.
4 = More than sufficient. Completely meets the requirements.
3 = Sufficient. Needs minor improvements.
2 = Unsure. Needs major improvements.
1 = Insufficient.

How many points did you get admitted with?

You can achieve a maximum of 45 points for the components.

  • You will be admitted if you score 20 points or more.
  • You are on the waiting list if you score 18 or 19 points.
  • You will be rejected if you score 17 points or less.

Rash

You will receive the results by email within 10 working days after the test day.

Waiting list

If you scored 18 or 19 points, you will be on the waiting list.

Once all candidates have been tested, a full waiting list will be created based on the application date. The application date is the determining factor if you are on the waiting list. So always register for a second course to avoid disappointment!

The waiting list is used when candidates who were previously accepted drop out, do not pass or choose a different course of study.

You will be called or emailed by the administration (if you are at the top of the waiting list) if places become available at Summa Sport.

Preparation

In preparation for the test day you can this video to look at.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Rose Buikema

E-mail
Rose Buikema

Social media coordinator
DM to @summasport

It is also possible to attend an open day or attend online information sessions. You can find all activities in our calendar.

This is one of your teachers

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2026-2027 school year is €1.511. Check DUO.nl for possible student financing.

Other costs

You only pay this if you are 1 years or older at the start of the academic year (18 August).

For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please visit the website of  mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

In many courses, students cannot do without a computer. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.

Other educational supplies

In addition to books and digital teaching materials, other educational materials for personal use are required/desired for following this course. Read more about it here.

Limited number of places available

This is a training with a limited number of placesIt's important to apply on time. This increases your chances of getting a place in the program, provided you meet the admission requirements. It's also wise to apply for another program that suits you.

Study in figures

Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
  • You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.

Sports test

This program requires a fitness test. You will receive more information by email. The test days are held monthly from December through May.

Important information

Closing date

The closing date for applications for the 2026-2027 school year is April 1, 2026.

Test days for the 2026-2027 school year: exact dates to follow

  • December 2025
  • January 2026
  • March 2026
  • May 2026

These test days will be held at the Vijfkamp Sports Hall in Eindhoven. A test day lasts approximately 4,5 hours.

What do you need to master?

On the test day, we'll test the following components: teaching, sports games, gymnastics, basic movement techniques, moving to music, and shuttle running. Collaboration, fair play, communication, and perseverance are also important. All assignments for the test day can be found in the invitation letter you receive after registering.

Result

For the test components you will be assessed on a 5-point scale.

5 = Good. Meets the required standard by far.
4 = More than sufficient. Completely meets the requirements.
3 = Sufficient. Needs minor improvements.
2 = Unsure. Needs major improvements.
1 = Insufficient.

How many points did you get admitted with?

You can achieve a maximum of 45 points for the components.

  • You will be admitted if you score 20 points or more.
  • You are on the waiting list if you score 18 or 19 points.
  • You will be rejected if you score 17 points or less.

Rash

You will receive the results by email within 10 working days after the test day.

Waiting list

If you scored 18 or 19 points, you will be on the waiting list.

Once all candidates have been tested, a full waiting list will be created based on the application date. The application date is the determining factor if you are on the waiting list. So always register for a second course to avoid disappointment!

The waiting list is used when candidates who were previously accepted drop out, do not pass or choose a different course of study.

You will be called or emailed by the administration (if you are at the top of the waiting list) if places become available at Summa Sport.

Preparation

In preparation for the test day you can this video to look at.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Rose Buikema

E-mail
Rose Buikema

Social media coordinator
DM to @summasport

It is also possible to attend an open day or attend online information sessions. You can find all activities in our calendar.

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