Worker’s Sport Movement

The Worker’s Sport Movement was an international effort in the early 20th century that promoted physical activity and sports among working-class people. It aimed to use sports as a way to foster solidarity, improve health, and challenge social inequalities. Organized by socialist and labor groups, it emphasized inclusive participation rather than competitive elitism. The movement also served as a means of strengthening working-class identity and promoting social change. Although it declined during the 1930s due to political and economic pressures, it played a significant role in connecting physical culture with broader social and political goals for workers worldwide.