Achilles Chicago
The Chicago chapter of Achilles International transforms the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since 1983, Achilles International has empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe. Learn more about our Chicago chapter below.
Get Involved
Meeting Info: Thursdays, 5:30 PM and Saturdays, 9:30 AM
Location: 3650 N Recreation Drive in Lincoln Park (Thursdays) and Wilson Skate Park 700 W Wilson Ave, meet there and walk over to Montrose Track (Saturdays)
Contact: For information on joining as an athlete with a disability or volunteering as a guide runner, please contact Kailyn Vasquez at community.chicago@achillesinternational.org.
Whether your goal is to race a mile for the first time ever, go for a weekly walk or ride in the park with a new community of friends or to reach the podium at the Abbott World Marathon Majors, Achilles wants to help you succeed.
We welcome people of all ages living with a disability, including but not limited to those who live with:
Blindness or low vision
Deafness or hard of hearing
Cognitive, developmental and intellectual disabilities
Lower limb deficiency
Multiple sclerosis
Cerebral palsy
Spinal cord injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
We also serve and welcome military veterans
“I not only found a running community where I felt like I belonged, but I made amazing friendships and memories as well. I also found an organization that believed in me enough to help to turn my dreams into goals, and my goals into accomplishments.”
- Jill, Athlete