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UNISTEPS in brief
join and compete
The first European University Walking Challenge. Students, staff and university communities will compete together from 1 to 30 November.
real-time ranking
Results are based on average steps per participant — equal opportunities for universities of all sizes. A minimum of 50 participants is required to qualify.
make history
Step by step, we are connecting European universities through movement for the second time in history.
join and compete
The first European University Walking Challenge. Students, staff and university communities will compete together from 1 to 30 November.
real-time ranking
Results are based on average steps per participant — equal opportunities for universities of all sizes. A minimum of 50 participants is required to qualify.
make history
Step by step, we are connecting European universities through movement for the second time in history.
Three steps to participate
register as a user
Find the FitSphere app in the app store (Google Play or App Store) and register as a user.
join the challenge
Find “private challenge” on the app’s home page, enter the registration code you received from your school, and click “Join“.
collect steps and win
Once every 150 hours, press the “Register” button in the app.
Leadership
““Leads UNISTEPS to promote physical activity, inclusivity, and cross-border student connection.””
Key credentials:
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6+ years driving student advocacy and representation in Estonia
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Former Chairman, University of Tartu Student Council
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10+ years promoting active lifestyle and physical activity
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Disciplined runner with strong consistency and resilience
Leadership
““Leads UNISTEPS to promote physical activity, inclusivity, and cross-border student connection.””
Key credentials:
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6+ years driving student advocacy and representation in Estonia
-
Former Chairman, University of Tartu Student Council
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10+ years promoting active lifestyle and physical activity
-
Disciplined runner with strong consistency and resilience
Participating universities
Find your university in the table and use the membership code to join the step challenge.
| Country | University name | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar | |
| Latvia | Riga Technical University | |
| Netherlands | University of Twente | |
| Slovakia | Pavol Jozef Šafárik University |
Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar
Riga Technical University
University of Twente
Pavol Jozef Šafárik University
Register the university
Participation
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Universities are subject to a one-time participation fee
Cost
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€ 500 – November challenge
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€ 500 – April 2027 challenge
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€ 750 – November 2026 and April 2027 challenges
*/ The final price will be calculated according to your selection.
How to register
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Register the university via form
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The FitSphere team will contact you with the next steps and access details
Prize fund
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At least €2,000
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Grows with each participating university
