Projects That Make a Difference

The Dresden University Sports Center (DHSZ) views university sports as much more than just a range of services. Through innovative projects, we actively help shape the future of higher education, health, and university development. Our initiatives combine physical activity, science, education, and social engagement—on campus, in the city of Dresden, and beyond.

With the Saxon University Sports Festival 2027 (SHSF27), we are creating a cross-university event that brings together students from all over Saxony. Athletic competitions and gatherings foster community, exchange, and the visibility of university sports as a unifying element of Saxony’s higher education landscape.

With DRESDEN29, we are collaborating with strong partners to develop a multisport and university event that is unique in Germany. Sports, science, business, innovation, and festival elements merge into a platform that strengthens Dresden as a hub for higher education and science and provides sustainable momentum for networking, recruiting young talent, and regional development.

The project “LEHRE BRAUCHT BEWEGUNG” (Teaching Needs Movement) focuses on health and academic success. Together with Dresden’s universities, we are integrating physical activity into everyday teaching and learning in a targeted manner. Scientific evidence shows that physical activity promotes concentration, motivation, and well-being. Through practical programs, resources, and consulting services, we support faculty in establishing active teaching formats and actively shaping a healthy university culture.

Whether it’s a large-scale event, a health initiative, or a forward-looking project—all initiatives share a common goal: to further develop university sports as a driving force for health, community, innovation, and an attractive university region in Dresden.