Join 2023-2024 Mission X: Train Like an Astronaut
Ever wondered how astronauts train to go to space? With Mission X: Train like an Astronaut you'll learn the key elements to keeping fit and staying healthy in space and on Earth. Register now to train like a real astronaut!
What is Mission X?
Mission X: Train like an astronaut is a free educational project for students up to 14 years old by ESA and the UK Space Agency (UKSA), facilitated nationally by the National Organisers.
Developed by space scientists and fitness professionals working with astronauts and space agencies worldwide, Mission X uses the excitement of space exploration to inspire students to learn about science, nutrition, exercise, and space. Teams can test their strength, endurance, coordination, balance and spatial awareness with the physical activities, while the science activities will help them learn how to keep the human body healthy and strong. Both sets of activities are designed for young people up to 14 years old but can easily be adapted for other age groups and skill levels.
Each year from September to May, teams of students can participate in the Walk to the Moon Challenge, where teams need to complete a series of hands-on activities and submit them to earn steps. Steps earned by all the participating teams help the Mission X mascots, Luna and Leo, walk 384 400km – the distance from Earth to the Moon.
How to Apply?
Participation is open worldwide to teams of young people, teams must be supported by a Team Leader (teacher, mentor, educator or parent). Family teams are also welcome!
Team Leaders can register a team at www.trainlikeanastronaut.org.
Our Mission X National Organisers help facilitate the project in each of our participating countries by providing local support.
Find your National Organiser at https://trainlikeanastronaut.org/about/.
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