LARP Essentials for Youth Work – Erasmus+ Training Course
Discover the transformative power of Live Action Role Play (LARP) in youth work through this immersive Erasmus+ training course. Join fellow youth workers from across Europe to build practical skills in implementing LARP methodologies that engage young people, foster creativity, and enhance communication skills in dynamic settings. 🌍✨
Participating Countries
Austria 🇦🇹, Belgium 🇧🇪, Bulgaria 🇧🇬, Croatia 🇭🇷, Cyprus 🇨🇾, Czech Republic 🇨🇿, Denmark 🇩🇰, Estonia 🇪🇪, Finland 🇫🇮, France 🇫🇷, Germany 🇩🇪, Greece 🇬🇷, Hungary 🇭🇺, Iceland 🇮🇸, Ireland 🇮🇪, Italy 🇮🇹, Latvia 🇱🇻, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮, Lithuania 🇱🇹, Luxembourg 🇱🇺, Malta 🇲🇹, Netherlands 🇳🇱, North Macedonia 🇲🇰, Norway 🇳🇴, Poland 🇵🇱, Portugal 🇵🇹, Romania 🇷🇴, San Marino 🇸🇲, Serbia 🇷🇸, Slovakia 🇸🇰, Slovenia 🇸🇮, Spain 🇪🇸, Sweden 🇸🇪, Switzerland 🇨🇭, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Key Details
- Dates: 10-16 February 2026
- Location: Madeira, Portugal 🇵🇹
- Who can apply:
- Members/collaborators of active youth organizations (staff or active members, paid or not) working regularly with young people
- Organizations must have a valid OID number
- Strong motivation to use LARP in youth work (beginners welcome)
- Good command of English language
- Age 18+ with legal residence in their country of residence
- Obligatory: Travel must originate from the participant’s country of residence 🛫
- Costs Covered:
- Accommodation and meals fully covered during training period
- Travel reimbursement based on distance calculator 💶
- Budget range: 28€ (short distance) to 1735€ (long distance)
What You’ll Learn & Gain
- Professional Development:
- Clear understanding of LARP methodologies and terminology
- Practical experience implementing diverse LARP formats
- Knowledge of LARP benefits for youth engagement
- Strategies for integrating LARP in youth work programs
- Personal Growth:
- Enhanced creativity and improvisational skills
- Improved self-confidence and reduced self-criticism
- Stronger communication and empathetic capacity
- Expanded comfort zone through experiential learning
Accommodation & Meals
Participants will stay in dorm-style rooms (2-6 beds, bunk beds) with simple amenities. Meals will be served buffet-style accommodating all dietary requirements. 🛏️🍽️
How to Apply
Applications must demonstrate personal commitment and authentic motivation – AI-generated content will lead to disqualification. 📝
Contact: Elena Stevkovska stevkovska.elena@yahoo.com
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Why You Should Join
Through experiential learning methodology, this Erasmus+ course offers unique opportunities to develop innovative youth work techniques while connecting with international peers. Gain confidence in LARP facilitation skills that will transform your engagement with young people, foster creativity, and create memorable learning experiences. Perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike, this training provides practical tools to implement immediately in your local context. 🌟🔥