Train Like an Astronaut: Summer 2026 at the Science and Technology Centre Ostrava

In July and August 2026, the Science and Technology Centre Ostrava will host the Train Like an Astronaut program. This event is part of a nationwide initiative in Czech science centres and offers visitors the chance to experience training for a space mission.

What the program offers:

  • Physical and technical skills: Practical tests focused on coordination and problem-solving tasks related to operating a spacecraft.
  • Mission simulation: Activities that illustrate the demands on the crew in the challenging conditions of outer space.
  • Educational content: Information about astronaut physiology and the functioning of survival systems in space. The program is accessible to the general public as part of the centre's regular operations.