BibRave Partners with Achilles International to Promote Inclusion for All Athletes
Achilles International is thrilled to announce that BibRave will provide promotional support for our 20th annual Hope & Possibility® 4M Presented by TD Bank.
Achilles Around the World Spring Update
Our international chapters have been busy this spring with exciting events and new members! See highlights from Japan, Norway, Panama and Peru.
Achilles International Houston Launches Kids Program with Fun Run
The Houston chapter of Achilles International launched a free run, walk, wheel program for local children living with disabilities.
Updated NYC Chapter Health Guidelines
Effective as of April 18th 2022, below are the current health guidelines for all NYC chapter workouts.
Achilles Athletes Shine on Podium at 2022 Boston Marathon
Forty-seven Achilles athletes from across the globe shined at the 126th Boston Marathon held on Monday, April 18, 2022. Several athletes came out on top and placed in their respective divisions.
Achilles International’s Citi Bike® Adaptive Cycling Program to Expand to Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
Achilles International is proud to partner with the Citi Bike® team in expanding our Adaptive Cycling Program in New York City. In addition to weekly adaptive cycling sessions in Central Park, we will now offer the program for people with disabilities in three new locations: Williamsbridge Oval, the Bronx; Prospect Park, Brooklyn and Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens starting on May 14.
Celebrating Achilles Dynamic Duos on Valentine’s Day
Achilles International is known for building special bonds and a tight knit running community. Athletes connect with their volunteer guides over a walk, ride or run in the park on their way to a future finish line. Join us in celebrating dynamic duos below, including some who traded in race cow bells for wedding bells on this Valentine’s Day.
Achilles International Canada Welcomes New Leadership Team
We are pleased to announce and welcome Achilles International Canada’s new President and leadership team.
2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Race Recap: Achilles’ Veterans Win Their Divisions
Several Achilles athletes participated in the 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. Athletes from around the world came together for a magical weekend that included a 5K, a half marathon and the full marathon.
Coach’s Corner: Top Five Tips for Winter Handcycle Training
Domenic Romano, Equipment Manager and Handcycle Coach at Achilles, shares his top five handcycling tips and ways to stay active during the winter.
Updated New York Chapter Workout Guidelines for Adults and Kids
With an acceleration in the number of COVID cases, view updated guidelines for attending and volunteering with Achilles NYC and Team Achilles Kids in New York.
Achilles Houston Celebrates Opening of First Fully Accessible Local Park
On December 11th, Achilles Houston witnessed the grand opening of the James Driver All-Inclusive Park. The park is the first of its kind in Harris County, designed to accommodate residents of all ages and abilities to exercise and socialize.
Team Achilles Kids Shine in Fall Races
Team Achilles Kids had a busy fall of PRs, dance parties and virtual miles.
International Endurance Racing Driver Phil Hanson Surprises Team Achilles Kids
Professional endurance driver Phil Hanson has been a regular special guest on Achilles Kids’ virtual workouts the past year. Earlier this fall, he surprised the group in person at a Central Park workout in September. Hanson led a warmup, a Q&A about what it’s like as an endurance driver and a short run with the kids and their guides.
Help 2x the Athletes Reach their Dream Start Line this #GivingTuesday
Support Achilles this Giving Tuesday as we continue to transform the lives of athletes with disabilities all over the world like Katherine of Achilles NYC who says of her weekly workouts, “When I’m here, I’m not a disabled girl, or someone in a wheelchair. I’m just another athlete and handcyclist, and I love that.”
Achilles Athletes Take the Podium at Boston Marathon
Achilles athletes from across the country raced and placed in the 125th running of the Boston Marathon held on October 11, 2021. Retired U.S. Marine Sergeant Zach Stinson, Achilles Freedom Team, placed first in the Men’s Handcycle division while Wendy Larsen, Achilles Houston, placed first in the Women’s Handcycle division.
Achilles Freedom Team to Compete in 2021 Detroit Free Press Marathon on October 17 Thanks to Support from GM and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers
Achilles International is pleased to announce that the Achilles Freedom Team will once again compete in the Detroit Free Press Marathon thanks to the continued generosity and support of GM and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers From protecting and serving on the frontlines, to now racing across the start line, 19 wounded veterans will have the opportunity to participate in various celebrations of marathon weekend.
Donor Spotlight: Achilles Love at First Sight and Guide
We congratulate longtime Achilles volunteer guides Brianna Nielsen and Jeffrey Gelband on their wedding this past August and thank them for their generosity. In lieu of a registry, the couple asked their wedding guests to donate to Achilles to help us transform the lives of athletes living with a disability.
Achilles International and Google Partner on Project Guideline
At Achilles International, we know the transformative power a guide can have on an athlete living with a disability. Now, we are working to uncover the power of a guideline. We are pleased to announce our partnership with Google on Project Guideline. The early stage technology leverages on-device machine learning to allow persons who are blind or living with low vision to use a mobile phone, headphones, and a guideline painted on the ground to independently walk and run for exercise.
Achilles Utah on a 365-Mile, Five-Day Tandem Bike Ride to St. George Marathon
Though the pandemic may have cancelled many endurance events last year, Achilles Utah found a creative way to keep members engaged. They spent the summer training for a challenge of their own. The team is in the midst of their inaugural Rise, Ride & Run, a 365-mile, five-day tandem bike ride from Salt Lake City to the St George Marathon on October 2. Hear from some members of the team below and support the ride.
