Folk fun and dancing: the youth Spartakiad of trade unions was held near Minsk

On the territory of the Belarusian State Museum of Folk Architecture and Life, the teams of the Youth Councils of the Minsk City Organization of Trade Unions this weekend found out who is the most dexterous in traditional Belarusian entertainment. Sports categories were not required here, but ingenuity, excitement and willingness to fight desperately with a pillow were useful to everyone, writes sb.by.

Thirteen teams of union youth have started. They were welcomed by the Chairman of the Minsk City Organization of Trade Unions Sergey Shkrudnev:

- Today’s trials are a great way to remember the traditions of our ancestors, to feel the connection of generations. The trade union youth of Minsk are active, caring and creative people who are the foundation of the future of our trade union movement. I am glad to see that you not only work, but also protect our history, culture and know how to be friends with teams.

The main source of laughter in the morning was the fight pillows. The participants, balancing above the ground, tried to maintain balance and at the same time knock the opponent off the log. The wet log added to the test of unpredictability: feathers flew in all directions, the audience cheered theirs.

Teams competed in throwing rings, carrying water in rods and other competitions. While some were competing, their lives were boiling on creative venues. An experienced choreographer learned traditional dances with those who wished: “Kartuz” with their fervent rhythm, smooth “Lyavonikha” and energetic “Oira”.

The Youth Spartakiad showed the main thing: traditional Belarusian games in the fresh air unite people.

Photo: press service of the Minsk City Association of Trade Unions