Janco Nolles

Janco Nolles is a Sports Science Lecturer-researcher at the Centre of Expertise Healthy Ageing Healthy Lifestyle at Hanze University of Applied Sciences. His work focuses on physical activity in young children, motor skill development, and health promotion through educational interventions.

Education:

• Master of Science in Human Movement Science / Sports Science from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (2017)
• Education from Academy of Physical Education at Hanze University of Applied Sciences (2011)

Research Interests revolve around:

• Physical activity patterns in toddlers and young children
• Motor skill development in preschool/primary education
• Innovative pedagogical tools for swimming instruction
• Health promotion in school environments
• Impact of social context on physical activity

Recent Research Output (2017–2024) highlights his work on physical activity assessment in children, swimming pedagogy, and teacher training tools. His projects include the BSLIM motor skill intervention and research on swimming education funded by the National Swimming Safety Council.

Professional Activities include presentations at national and international conferences (2017–2025) related to swimming safety, physical education, and child health initiatives.