As productive teenagers and students, our responsibilities extend beyond continuous learning and the pursuit of knowledge. Our bodies also require rest, enjoyment, and proper care to maintain health and fitness. One of the simplest yet most essential ways to achieve this is through exercise. Why is exercise necessary? Because movement is a fundamental characteristic of life; there is no life without movement, and what is the point of living if we cannot move? Maintaining movement means preserving life, and improving our ability to move means improving our quality of life (Sudirjo & Alif, 2019). Therefore, move to live more fully; don’t just move because you are still alive. Through exercise, we can enhance both our physical and mental health—and health is a blessing from God that serves as the foundation for all other blessings and abilities. The blessings of eating, drinking, sleeping, as well as the abilities to move, work, and think, will diminish or even disappear when our health is disrupted (Hariadi, 2009). Thus, we must always be grateful for this blessing of health from God by maintaining and even improving it.
As usual in the Unisba Global International Society Community, we not only focus on developing an international community but also on strengthening the bonds between members through various positive activities. One of the activities we regularly conduct is group sports. Interestingly, the sport we chose is not just any ordinary sport, but something that brings a fresh atmosphere to Indonesia’s sports scene. We introduced ultimate frisbee, a sport that is still rarely played and not widely known in Indonesia but offers a unique and enjoyable experience.
Ultimate frisbee is a highly athletic sport that combines running, agility, teamwork, and strategy. Imagine the endurance and running demands of soccer, the precision and jumping skills of volleyball, and the agility and spatial awareness of basketball—all combined into a single sport. In ultimate frisbee, you will constantly run, pivot, and jump, making it an excellent full-body workout that trains strength, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. Unlike many other sports, ultimate frisbee has no referees; this means players make their own calls and cooperate to resolve disputes on the field. This strong emphasis on sportsmanship makes ultimate frisbee a sport that prioritizes fair play and the enjoyment of all participants. It promotes respect, integrity, and teamwork above all else.
The event was held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Monument of Struggle Park. The sunny weather and cool air made all participants feel positive and enthusiastic. Since this was our first time playing ultimate frisbee, we began with warm-ups and basic training before forming teams and starting the match. We stood in a large circle, passing the flying disc from one person to another. At first, we struggled because we weren’t used to it. It turns out that throwing the disc requires a special technique: proper synchronization between the feet and hands greatly affects the direction of the throw. If not done correctly, the disc will fly off in an unintended direction. However, as practice continued and we kept trying, we gradually became more comfortable and skilled at the sport. Before we knew it, we had been practicing for nearly an hour.
Seeing that we had mastered the basics, Mr. Rama suggested moving to a quieter area to start a match. We divided into two teams of about seven to nine people each. After dividing the teams, Mr. Rama explained the rules of the game, and we understood them quite quickly.
The game began—and boom! Team 1 scored the first point. Even though they had only seven members, their playing style and strategy were excellent, almost like professional athletes ready to seize every opportunity. However, Team 2 soon caught up. Despite obstacles like strong winds that affected the disc’s direction and people passing by that forced us to pause, our enthusiasm never faded. We continued playing until the score was tied. In the end, Team 1 pulled ahead and won the game with a final score of 11–6.
Even so, winning or losing was not our main objective. What mattered far more was the togetherness, closeness, healthy interactions, and happiness created among us. By trying a new sport like ultimate frisbee, we grew closer and more harmonious. We joked, laughed, and teased each other lightly about small things that made the community feel alive. The internal closeness we continually build strengthens our sense of brotherhood. Here, our relationship is not just between students and lecturers. We are a family of older and younger siblings who help, support, and learn from one another. This solidarity is what makes the Unisba Global International Society Community warmer and more meaningful.
Finally, when the match ended, the Algojos, Dera and Daffa, presented the winning team with prizes as a token of appreciation. The prizes included boxes of Milo arranged to resemble a trophy and Nextar snacks crafted to look like a victory scarf. They also presented certificates and trophies to the champions. It felt as though the sport had turned into an official competition (haha). But that was exactly what made everyone even more excited to win.
After the prize-giving ceremony, we moved on to the documentation session. In front of the Struggle Monument, we captured these precious moments together. The fatigue we felt earlier immediately disappeared when we gathered for photos. The smiles and laughter created a warm atmosphere. At the end of the activity, the organizers also asked participants for feedback on their experience in this ultimate frisbee event. Some of their responses were:
“There are several important principles in frisbee: sportsmanship, appreciation, inclusiveness, honesty, and happiness. These principles were evident not only during the game on the field but also in the preparation and follow-up activities. So, good job to the U-GISians involved in this event.” – Mr. Rama
“Wow, the event was so much fun! For someone like me who’s usually lazy, it was a great way to burn calories, hehehe. I’m happy to learn about a sport called frisbee, and also because the people involved supported each other. I felt like I got positive energy from them.” – Liya
“There are so many positives I can mention right now. Like, I just found out what frisbee is and how to play it, and I got to play with people older than me (my seniors in college, haha). I haven’t found any negatives so far because it was so much fun!” – Rady
“The cons are mostly about the timing before midterm exams, which was a bit tricky, and the fact that the algojo didn’t arrive on time and many were late. As for the pros, it was SO MUCH FUN because everyone really enjoyed it but was still competitive, and the algojo and pacemaker were really cool for preparing gifts, certificates, and trophies.” – Sekar
Overall, this activity gave us new energy and a renewed sense of enthusiasm. Although there were still shortcomings and areas for improvement throughout the process, none of it stopped us. Instead, each shortcoming taught us to keep trying, support one another, and enjoy every moment until happiness and solidarity naturally formed. The togetherness built during this activity felt so warm, as if it tied us into an even closer circle than before.
Our hope is that the solidarity built within the UGIS Community will continue to grow and be preserved. We want this community to be a safe and comfortable space for everyone—a space that brings us together not just as friends but as a new family who supports and strengthens one another. May the kindness we cultivate and spread through this activity have a positive impact both within and beyond the campus environment. Ultimately, we want to keep growing together, learning together, and being happy together. Because here, in every laugh and every drop of sweat, we find the true meaning of togetherness.
