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.
We transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection.
Our Impact
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150,000
youth, adults and veterans with disabilities served and counting
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68
chapters around the world
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80%
of Achilles members report increases in well-being and self-confidence
The Achilles Rundown
Rep Our Roots
The Achilles Track Club collection goes back to where it all began. Inspired by our roots as a small running club for people with disabilities founded in 1983, these throwback styles celebrate more than four decades of breaking barriers, building community and redefining what’s possible. They also feature the silhouette of our late founder, Dick Traum, who welcomed others to join him for weekly workouts at Engineer’s Gate in Central Park.
Vintage spirit. Timeless mission. Made for the milestones still ahead.
Achilles In the News
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May 14, 2025
Good Morning America, ‘GMA’ 5K takes over Governors Island: Achilles was featured on the highest rated morning show after a group of local Achilles NYC athletes participated in the GMA 5K Fun Run on Governor’s Island.
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May 13, 2025
Popsugar, Marathon Guides Are Giving Athletes of All Abilities the Chance to Run on Equal Footing: Feature on Achilles NYC guides Leah Cunningham and Ely Danielson and their experiences guiding with Achilles.
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March 14, 2025
ABC 7, Legally blind runner, guides at her side, reaches for NYC Half finish: Local NYC athlete Rebecca Zarett is taking on her first NYC Half with her incredible guides.
“What Achilles does is create community around athletics. In this community we are athletes first, people second, and people with disabilities last. And that fades into a non-issue as we get to know each other.”
— Brooke Voss, Phoenix, AZ
