Adaptive & veteran sport
Para jiu-jitsu
Brazilian jiu-jitsu adapted for athletes with physical, sensory or intellectual disabilities. Ground grappling does not require standing, so it works for wheelchair users too.
Who it’s for
Who this suits best
Veterans with amputations, wheelchair users (ground-based work), and people with visual impairments — with an assistant on the mat if needed.
What to bring
What to have with you
A gi — club gis are available in limited numbers, or come in comfortable sportswear for your first session. A towel.
Location & contact
Where and with whom we train
- Location
- A sports hall in Rivne with a mat area (exact address confirmed in the schedule).
- Coach / coordinator
- Programme coordinator: Mykola Diedovets; a dedicated jiu-jitsu coach is to be confirmed.
- Contact
- 097 645 3347 · rivneadaptclub@gmail.com
- Schedule
- In development — frequency to be confirmed with the first group. Full programme schedule →
Accessibility
How inclusive this space is
- Parking for people with disabilities
- To be confirmed per venue.
- Independent car access and exit
- To be confirmed — let us know in advance if you need assistance.
- Step-free entry to the building
- We prioritise step-free halls; transferring from a wheelchair onto the mat is done with an assistant if needed.
- Accessible toilet
- To be confirmed per venue.
- Adaptive equipment on site
- Mats are available; club gis are limited in number.
- Getting home independently
- We can help arrange transport or an escort if needed.
Photos
From our sessions
Want to try it?
A first taste comes with no commitment — come and watch, or join right away.