Introducing Philly Achilles...
 
You're invited to be a part of history!
Come Join Us! 
 
Achilles International has arrived in Philadelphia!  Don't miss our historic  inaugural work out!  Our goals are to welcome Achilles athletes to the wonderful world of running, promote camaraderie, encourage and build self-confidence, and have FUN! 

 

What:             Philly Achilles first work out!
When:            Saturday September 15th at 9:00 AM
Where:           Cigna Fitness Center, 1601 Chestnut St

 

All fitness levels warmly welcomed!  Post workout refreshments will be provided. 
 
Please RSVP by replying to this email to ensure your spot.  Also provide your planned mileage and pace so we can appropriately match up our member athletes and guides!  
 
Fill out a volunteer or member form (links below) and bring it with you on Saturday!
 

Volunteer Form
 
Meet in the lobby of the building, where you will be escorted to the fitness center on the fourth floor. Achilles participants are welcome to utilize the locker rooms to store your belongings.
 
Philly Achilles will continue to meet twice weekly on Saturdays and Tuesdays. Our Tuesday workouts will start on September 18th at Philadephia Runner, 1601 Sansom Street at 6 PM.

 

If you have any questions, please contact us at phillyachilles@yahoo.com.
Why join?
  • Enjoy the outdoors
  • Make new friends
  • Set (and achieve) goals
  • Flexible workouts
  • Join an internationally recognized group of athletes
  • Group support during racing events
  • HAVE FUN!
Who We Are...

 The Achilles Track Club was founded in 1983 by Dick Traum, the first amputee to run a marathon distance. Now, an international organization, our mission is to enable people with all types of disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics in order to promote personal achievement, enhance self-esteem, and lower barriers to living a fullfilling life.

 

Get Involved!

Athletes  

Achilles membership is free, and we welcome anyone with a disability, including amputations, cerebral palsy, cancer, multiple sclerosis, organ transplants, paraplegia, stroke, traumatic brain injury, autism and vision impairment.For volunteers, there are many opportunities to get involved and share the spirit and joy of achievement. We are looking for energetic volunteers who enjoy running or walking, to accompany athletes with disabilities at regular workouts and races, including marathons. 

  

Volunteers

For volunteers, there are many opportunities to get involved and share the spirit and joy of achievement.  We are looking for energetic volunteers who enjoy running or walking, to accompany athletes with disabilities at regular workouts and races, including marathons.

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