Note: Organizations can import an entire calendar and any new events the organization adds to its calendar will then appear on this site. To import your calendar:Create an Org right here on this page. Remember to add appropriate tags!Import a calendar and use the dropdown to associate it with the organization you createdNameWebsiteDescription <p>Twenty-six percent of Americans live with a disability. Nearly half of those living with a disability get no aerobic physical activity and are also more likely to report at least one chronic disease.</p> <p>We transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection.</p> <p><strong>OUR MISSION</strong></p> <p>We break down barriers to race start lines and empower the disability community to cross the finish line.</p> <p>Achilles International, a global organization operating in 18 countries including the US, transforms the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.</p> <p>Achilles International’s portfolio of programs includes the Achilles Freedom Team which serves wounded military personnel and veterans; Achilles Kids which provides training, race opportunities, and an in-school program for children with disabilities; the TriAchilles Team which expands our running program into biking and swimming; Achilles Chapter workouts; and, our signature Hope & Possibility® race which takes place in several cities worldwide.</p> <p>While our programs focus on running, our main objective has always been to bring hope, inspiration, and the joys of achievement to all.</p> <p><strong>International</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.achillesinternational.org/international-chapters"><strong>34 Chapters</strong></a> in 17 Countries</p> <p><strong>United States</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.achillesinternational.org/find-a-chapter"><strong>28 Chapters</strong></a> in 19 States (+D.C.)</p> Organization locationContact nameContact form urlContact emailContact phoneInstagramFacebookTagsAdd applicable events tags. Start typing to see options to select. You can enter custom text and hit the + to lock it in.Cancel