Saturday 21st August saw the opening ceremony of the IWAS World Junior Games 2010, held in the beautiful city of Olomouc in the Czech Republic.

The local organising committee from the Atleticky Klub, Olomouc welcomed us all with an exhibition of various displays from local groups including Baton Twirling, Martial Arts and some Traditional Dance.

With speeches of thanks and gratitude from a few, including IWAS President Mr Paul DePace and Mayor of the City of Olomouc Mr Martin Novotny.

The ceremony also provided many of the 24 Nations that had entered the games to come together to meet with their fellow athletes and show gratitude to the local organizing committee for all their hard work bringing the event to fruition.

The games will be held 20 – 25 August, for further details and results please visit the official website for the event – click here