ABOUT DGI

"DGI is a sports association in Denmark that works to better the conditions for our more than 6.400 member sports clubs and their more than 1.6 million members.

Since its founding in 1992, DGI has been a strong advocate for a healthy, challenging and community-based sports environment. An environment in which the individual can accomplish both personal and shared victories. We want the individual to work in unison with the community that surrounds them, and become better and stronger because of it.

DGI currently consists of more than 6.400 local associations and clubs, with more than 1.6 million members. Spread out over 14 regions, each with their own local departments, DGI covers all of Denmark, as well as a small part of northern Germany.

Though all local branches of DGI are autonomous to a certain degree, all still share a common set of values and strive towards a common goal: to create a setting which encourages future members to join the local clubs and associations, and in which the individual athlete can thrive."

The Vision of DGI

"A Sense of Community – By recognizing the value of the individual, as well as the importance of the community, DGI promotes not just results on the court, but off the courts as well. The sports associations do not just strengthen the community they have brought together, but society as a whole.

Spirit – The very core of DGI is powered by the spirit of the volunteers in the clubs and associations, the athletes duking it out on the field, or willing themselves through another practice session. It is through their display of character and devotion that the individual may find the inspiration to continue their progress, steadily increasing his or her skills.

Determination – The finest mission of the organization is not just to help others obtain their goals, but also becoming better at doing so. No matter the skill level, no matter the task, the focus is not just on the results, but the development shown by the individual, as well.

Strength – It is through the community the individual will find that extra strength to persevere. Alone it is only possible to make it so far, but a strong community can make a world of difference. A strong community is the first step towards accomplishment."

The Mission of DGI

DGI want to strengthen the voluntary associations as the framework of sports with emphasis on community, challenge and health in order to promote the general educational qualities of associational life. Based on the association DGI want to get as many as possible involved in sports.