The course is designed specifically for international students and provides an introduction to Norwegian physical education, sport traditions and outdoor life (friluftsliv). The course is organized into both practical and theoretical subjects.  The student is not expected to have any special skills or previous knowledge regarding the practical subjects. Theory The theoretical part of the course will provide the student with an introduction to the organization, structure and content of the Norwegian school system. It will give an introduction to physical education in particular, but also a general introduction to voluntary sport.The focus areas will be the tradition and understanding of the Norwegian outdoor life (friluftsliv) and physical education / -activities for disabled persons in Norway. Practical activities The course includes different aspects of Norwegian physical education, sports and outdoor life (friluftsliv) with a focus on winter and spring time.Through a number of activities in different locations, indoor and outdoor, the students will learn about typical Norwegian activities adjusted to a suitable level. These are activities based on our culture in play and games, achievements and outdoor activities, outdoor life (friluftsliv), and different activities for disabled persons, especially in the wintertime.CONTENT Theory   Sport The Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of  Sports (NIF) -organization and content. Physical education Physical education in Norwegian schools and Norwegian education; content, organization, working methods and adapted education ("Spenningskurset»). Outdoor life (friluftsliv) What is outdoor life (friluftsliv) in Norway?Outdoor life (friluftsliv) in schools.Outdoor life (friluftsliv) as a leisure activity and “All man's right”. Health Health is a theme in all three theory courses. Practical   Ski Beginner training; flat ground and downhill skiing. Self-training. Outdoor life (friluftsliv) Three daytrips on skis in the surroundings of Volda. One day dry-land trip.Coastal outdoor life (friluftsliv) at Yksnøya. Games Norwegian traditional games and ballgames. Student presentation of games from the students’ home country.Observation of recess activities. Swimming and life saving Swimming with emphasis on life saving and self-training in relation to this. Orienteering Introduction to the use of map and compass.Practical orienteering in the local environment. Orienteering in nature and in connection with outdoor life (friluftsliv). Dance Norwegian and international folk dances.Student presentation of dances from their home country. Wintercourse for disabled persons («Spenningskurset») The winter course takes place in Bjorli. For more information look at the site «www.spenningskurset.no».