Search by tag «Sports» 83 results

  • This Week in St. Petersburg: March 13-19, 2025

    The current temperature drop notwithstanding, spring reigns in St. Petersburg and this week, we’ll be enjoying it at festivals, concerts, and exhibitions. Grab your calendar and let’s get planning!

    12.03.2025

  • Discovery of the Month: Indoor Rowing, Neoclassical Palaces, and More

    What a month January has been! We here at ITMO.NEWS did not sit still – hence a hefty list of discoveries, big and small, that you’ll find below. Hopefully, they’ll bring you some inspiration for the month to come! 

    31.01.2025

  • KronBars Sports Club Turns 11: Story of Russia’s Best Student Sports Club

    ITMO’s KronBars sports club has won the national competition for the best student sports club five times, was shortlisted for the MarSpo Awards 2020 for sports marketing, and built a sports community where ITMO staff and students can all find something to their liking. In this article, to mark the club’s 11th birthday, we take a trip down the memory lane to its roots and look into the opportunities it offers today with the club’s head Dmitry Rusanov.

    11.10.2024

  • How To: Running in St. Petersburg

    Are you on the lookout for a new hobby? Maybe you’d like to join a supportive community of like-minded people? Or maybe you’ve been looking for a fun way to stay active? We present to you our very own How-To guide on running, featuring top tips from experienced running experts. Let’s dive in!

    30.07.2024

  • Phygital Sports Facility To Appear at ITMO Highpark

    Education officials, authorities, athletes, experts in medicine, rehabilitation, and phygital environments, as well as AR/VR developers met for a strategy session to discuss the construction of a phygital sports complex at ITMO Highpark. The facility, which will be a part of the to-be techno valley, will include an esports arena, a concert and exhibition venue, and a rehabilitation center for people with disabilities. The initiative will be funded by private entrepreneurs.

    03.06.2024

  • KronBars Student Sports Club Wins 10 Million Rubles to Promote Sports in St. Petersburg

    ITMO’s KronBars student sports club has secured the second place in the Ministry of Sport-run national competition for best organization of sports activities on the university level. The club plans to use its 10-million-ruble grant to implement the University of Sport project: to organize events and competitions, start a running community, and update the pool of sports equipment at ITMO. 

    04.04.2024

  • Stay Fit in Style: 10+ Russian Activewear Brands

    It’s not all about Nike or Adidas when it comes to sports. Check out our list of popular Russian sportswear brands and discover unique options, tailored for every sport.

    15.03.2024

  • From Slopes to Ice: Exploring Winter Sports at ITMO

    What shall you do when Russian winter knocks on the door? Get outside and try some winter activities! To help you with that, we reached out to KronBars student sports clubs to learn more about unique winter sports available at the university, from beginner-friendly to professional-level ones. What equipment do you need? What are the top locations? Here are their insights on training at ITMO and beyond.

    05.12.2023

  • Student Spotlight: Mohammad Asiful Islam, Bangladesh

    Meet Mohammad Asiful, a new student from Bangladesh who has recently embarked on an academic journey at ITMO. Asiful is currently enrolled in the Foundation Program, where he's learning Russian language and culture. In this conversation, he will graciously share his extraordinary journey, from how he first learned about Russia to his dreams and ambitions as a student at ITMO. Join us as we delve into the unique experiences of Md. Asiful on this educational odyssey.

    19.10.2023

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: July 8-9, 2023

    It’s the graduation weekend at ITMO, but this is not all the fun that is in store for you this week. From outdoor sports and surrealist displays all the way to the fests of foods, drinks, and roof concerts, we’re getting to celebrate another July weekend in so many ways.

    05.07.2023