Prof. Dr. Sadik Krasniqi – Principal of NYSS
Professor Krasniqi began his professional career as a teacher in primary and secondary schools in Vushtrri. Since 1980, he has served as a lecturer at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports.
Professor Krasniqi earned his doctoral degree from the University of Sports of Tirana with a dissertation entitled “Rhythmic Sensitivity in the Function of Movement Coordination.” He has also served as Dean of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports at the University of Prishtina.
At the University of Prishtina, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, he taught a wide range of courses, including Dance, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Aerobics, Scientific Research Methodology, Swimming, Skiing, and others. He also taught Stage Combat at the Faculty of Arts, Department of Acting.
From July 1999 to January 2000, he served as Director of the Directorate of Sports at the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Kosovo. During this period, he developed several strategic projects aimed at advancing sports in Kosovo, including the “Strategy for the Development of Sports in Kosovo.”
Professor Krasniqi has published numerous academic papers in various journals, particularly in the fields of dance, rhythm, and movement coordination. He has prepared several television programs and developed dance choreographies for children. He has also developed computer programs for processing and analyzing results in physical education and sports. In addition, he is the author of several scientific monographs.
He was a co-author of the curriculum and study program for the reformed academic programs of the Faculty of Physical Education in Prishtina, developed in accordance with the Bologna Process.
Professor Krasniqi has worked as a dance and swimming instructor for various age groups and categories. Of particular importance has been his cooperation with talented children selected by the ATOMI Institute.
In the field of theatre, he has created several choreographies and artistic stage dances. In cooperation with artists of the National Theatre, he has also developed choreography for stage combat performances.
Professor Krasniqi is the author of school textbooks in Physical Education, Sports, and Health for Grades 6, 7, 8, and 9.