New Life for Veterans: Adaptive Clubs in Odessa
Starting February 1, 2025, eight new adaptive clubs will open in Odessa as part of the «Active Parks – Unstoppable» initiative. These centers are designed for the physical and psychological recovery of war veterans, their families, and individuals with disabilities.
For more information, contact Alexander Miroshnichenko at tel.: (097)5240152.
Additionally, these groups can join free training sessions at the running club in Odessa. The sessions are led by multiple-time Ukrainian half-marathon champion and participant in world and European championships in the 1500 meters, Tatyana Belovol.
The location is Odessa, Health Trail (AlfaGravity site). Training occurs every Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 10:00. For inquiries, contact Alexander Kolomiyets at tel.: (066)4367872; Vitaliy Belovol at tel.: +380509746737.
Furthermore, a Nordic walking club is thriving in the city, promoting a healthy lifestyle and physical activity among the residents of Odessa. The contact person is Denis Shabrat, tel.: +380632821534.
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This project by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine, «Active Parks: Barrier-Free Leisure Locations», is being implemented as part of the National Strategy for Creating a Barrier-Free Space in Ukraine, initiated by Olena Zelenska.
