Cruyff Foundation x Magical Bridge
Sport and Play / Sport en spel
Magical Bridge Foundation and the Johan Cruyff Foundation have partnered to combine Magical Bridge’s inclusive playgrounds with Cruyff Courts, creating co‑located, multigenerational play and program hubs for all ages and abilities worldwide.
“At the Cruyff Foundation, we believe sport and play should be accessible to every child. Partnering with Magical Bridge allows us to extend that vision beyond the court—ensuring that entire families and communities can participate, connect, and thrive together.”
— Niels Meijer, CEO, Cruyff Foundation
Our partnership
The Cruyff Foundation has built nearly 350 Cruyff Courts worldwide, providing safe, high-quality spaces where young people play, build confidence, and learn life skills. Its coach training and social programs—like Heroes of the Cruyff Courts—turn participants into role models and strengthen community life.
Enter Magical Bridge
Co-located Cruyff Courts and Magical Bridge playgrounds create integrated community hubs: courts inspire children while adjacent inclusive play welcomes the whole family, inspiring longer visits, deeper social connections, and healthier, more resilient communities.
The first European site under this partnership will be in Lelystad, Netherlands (Tjalk 13), with construction expected to begin this year.
“This partnership shows what’s possible when sport and inclusive play come together in a way
that truly serves all ages and ability groups. By designing spaces that serve both active play on the court and meaningful, multigenerational
experiences in the playground, we’re creating places where everyone feels valued and
included.”
Olenka Villarreal, CEO and Founder,
Magical Bridge