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Daily PE in preschool could transform Kids' motor skills and fitness

NCT ID NCT07709949

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Novi Sad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether a daily physical education program (five times per week) improves motor skills and health-related fitness in preschool children compared to the standard twice-weekly curriculum. Over six months, children in the experimental group participate in a varied program including ball sports, gymnastics, and dance, led by specialists and teachers. Researchers measure gross motor skills, coordination, and fitness using standardized tests. The goal is to determine if increasing daily structured activity during early childhood leads to meaningful developmental benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
A daily physical education program (5x/week) combining ball sports, gymnastics, athletics, yoga, aerobics, dance, and martial arts, led by PE specialists and preschool teachers.
What this could lead to
If effective, this could show that daily structured PE in preschool significantly boosts children's motor skills and physical fitness, supporting curriculum changes.
What could go wrong
This is a single study in one region; results may not apply broadly. The program is intensive and may not be feasible in all preschool settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

323 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2023

Finished

May 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 7 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * No injuries within the past six months * No other medical conditions, including COVID-19 * No scheduled physical activity in the previous three months * Considered valid for the experimental programs if participants completed at least 80% of all training sessions. * Written parental/guardian consent for participation Exclusion Criteria: * History of neurological or musculoskeletal disorders * Clinical conditions that could affect balance, such as motor disorders, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, vision problems, thyroid issues, or issues with nerves or blood vessels.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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Child development Excercise Motor activity Motor coordination Physical education and training/methods

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of sport and Physical Education, University of Novi Sad

    Novi Sad, Vojvodina, 21000, Serbia

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