Achilles International is a global, non-profit organization located in 18 countries… including the US.  We are the Connecticut Chapter, operating under the umbrella of Achilles International, headquartered in New York City.  Achilles 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.  2023 marked the 40th Anniversary of the founding of Achilles International and the 10 year revival of the Connecticut Chapter.  While our programs focus on adaptive running, walking, or wheeling, our main objective has always been to bring hope, inspiration, and the joys of achievement to all.

The mission of Achilles International is to transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletics and social connections. Achilles pairs athletes with disabilities and medical conditions with runners without disabilities in order to become active, set goals, and lower barriers to living a fulfilling life.

Visit our Media page to view our team videos and take a listen to our podcast, Moving Forward with Achilles Connecticut!  Please click the link to learn more about Achilles International.

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