Phygital sport - Armenia

What is Phygital Sport?

Phygital sport is an innovative concept that blends physical and digital environments to create a new type of hybrid sport. It combines traditional sports with Esports, leveraging advanced technologies like virtual reality and gaming platforms.

Phygital sport aims to engage younger generations by merging virtual games with real-world athletics, keeping traditional sports relevant and appealing to a tech-savvy audience. This approach offers a unique opportunity for individuals to showcase their skills in both physical and digital arenas, opening up new possibilities for athletic expression.

Phygital sport offers a unique opportunity to showcase tactical skills and quick reactions in a digital environment, before transitioning to a real sports field where strength, flexibility, and endurance take center stage.

Main Phygital Disciplines

Phygital football

Phygital basketball

Phygital hockey

Phygital dancing

Phygital racing

Phygital skateboarding

Phygital shooter

Phygital cycling

Phygital BMX

Phygital fighting

WPC's Mission

The World Phygital Community (WPC) is committed to advancing phygital sports worldwide, helping to shape an innovative new sport system. Its mission is to unite physical and digital sports, creating a unique sports ecosystem that resonates with the next generation.

The WPC plays a key role in the development of phygital sports by supporting the creation of new standards, organizing international tournaments, and introducing cutting-edge technological advancements. It offers programs for coaches, athletes, and technology companies, fostering a collaborative platform where new ideas can flourish and evolve.

WPC partners with global organizations that are contributing to the future of sports and gaming.

Armenia is a co-founding country․

For more information, visit: worldphygital.org

Phygital Sport Armenia

Phygital sports, which combine physical and digital elements, are rapidly gaining traction in Armenia. A growing number of young people and professionals are getting involved in this innovative field.

The development of phygital sports in Armenia is being driven forward by local tournaments and championships. These events not only highlight the talents of local athletes but also spark new interest among the public.

On January 26, 2024, Armenia hosted its first-ever phygital football tournament. Eight teams competed, starting with a virtual football match and then continuing the same match with the same score in a real-world setting. The semi-finals and finals were Live streamed, attracting a large online audience. At the end of the tournament, the top teams received cash prizes, with a total prize fund of 2 million AMD.

To stay updated on local phygital sports events, visit our Facebook and YouTube։ pages.

Phygital Football & Phygital Dancing Tournament in Armenia – 22.12.2024

On December 22, 2024, the Educational and Sports Complex of Gazprom Armenia CJSC hosted the Phygital Football tournament for the second time in Armenia, as well as the first-ever Phygital Dancing competition. While the January 2024 Phygital Football tournament was amateur, this time, it was professional.

The Phygital Football winner was the "Street Ball" team, maintaining its champion status, while Margarita Badoyan took first place in Phygital Dancing.

The event was supported by the official representative of the Midea brand in Armenia, Celsius company, the international marketing agency Sparsis, Moscow Cinema, Bridge Technical Solutions, and the Coffee House café chain.

The Upcoming Phygital Sport Events in Armenia

Phygital Football & Phygital Dancing

22 December 2024

Gazprom Armenia Educational and Sports Complex

Phygital Games

WPC The Future
of Phygital Sport

Upcoming Tournament
in Armenia