Healthy communities and prevention
For the City
Prevention for CopenhagenThank you for your support
Did you know? That every year, Danes buy over 1 billion painkillers? We want to change that. At DGI Byen, we believe that movement and community are the best medicine. When you choose us – for leisure activities, conferences, or events – you are choosing to support prevention over symptom treatment. For every guest, every meeting, and every event, together we create a surplus that goes directly to new movement and well-being initiatives for children, young people, and vulnerable Copenhageners. With us, movement isn’t just something you do – it’s something you pass on. When you choose DGI Byen, you set the city in motion – physically, mentally, and socially. Click the link to see a selection of our contributions to a healthier Copenhagen
Read more about our community-focused initiatives
A movement for the future
A movement for the future
We are Copenhagen’s health promoter. Each year, we welcome over 1 million guests to experience mental, physical, and social health. These are tomorrow’s healthy communities – and you help create them.
YOU ARE PART OF THE TEAM
Welcome to a better city, every day. Here, every move counts towards Copenhagen’s health.
You really do make a difference, both socially and economically, every time you train, build your team, or hold your meeting at DGI Byen. You may not realize it, but you are already on one of the most important teams, helping to support those who need it. In this way, it’s also your hand that supports vulnerable youth, lonely seniors, and young families who rely on us.
Together we move closer to the finish line for better mental, physical, and social health – and we are always in motion. So every time you do something good for your body, you also do something good for others. That’s what we call team spirit. Whether you prefer padel or pool disco, conferences or art, professional networks or strong associations.
Be reinvested again and again. In football, business dinners, outdoor yoga, and designer markets. We're here for you – and you make a difference for us. Thank you for being on the team.
The city's health promoter
For badminton and business
It takes resilience and a healthy lifestyle to thrive – and we can help. Read about our approach to mental, social, and physical health, and find inspiration for more movement in your everyday life.
THE STRENGTH OF A HEALTHY ASSOCIATIONAssociational life in DGI Byen
In DGI Byen, you can enjoy play and exercise in a club, attend classes, or train on your own with a DGI Byen membership. DGI Byen is home to nearly 65 of Copenhagen Municipality’s institutions and associations with sports and exercise activities. If you wish to join an association, you should contact them directly using the contact details here on the site. See which associations currently offer classes with us.
Associational life
Hear about DGI Byen’s mission with Director Michael Stensbøl
A selection of our active associations
We create movement, community, and change.
Through sports, culture, events, and partnerships, we move the city and its people – both physically and socially
A safe place for activity – we are a heart-safe zone
DGI Byen is now a Heart-Safe Zone with 5 defibrillators located throughout the building – from the Water Culture Centre to Øksnehallen – and annual first aid courses for all permanent staff.