The Strength 4 All Festival 2026 Concluded with Tremendous Success in Athens

Strength 4 All 2026 Festival Concludes with Great Success
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Strength 4 All 2026 festival took place, distinguished by an impressive number of participants, outstanding performances, and a unique atmosphere of inclusivity. This grand celebration of strength sports was organized by the Hellenic Powerlifting Federation (ESDT).
Some of the strongest men and women took to the competition arena, delivering a thrilling spectacle for the spectators who packed the venue to cheer on all the participants.
The festival’s most significant highlight was an inclusive initiative successfully carried out as part of the dissemination and development activities for the Erasmus+ project “Strength in Unity: Powerlifting for Inclusion.”
Furthermore, the event achieved significant international status. A French delegation took an active part: four French athletes competed vigorously in the Strongman championship, accompanied by their coach and team leader, Quentin Roussel, who also delivered an official welcome address. A particularly moving moment was the presence of an official delegation from Georgia led by Irakli Tskhovrebashvili (representing the International Strength Sports Union, the Georgian Academy of Inclusive Sport, and the Georgian Federation of Inclusive and Unified Sport). Mr. Tskhovrebashvili’s son competed on the platform alongside Greek athletes in the Strongman competition for people with disabilities, thereby demonstrating to the world that sport unites us and is accessible to everyone. As part of this initiative, representatives of Inclusive Sports Greece gave a presentation titled “Inclusion in Sport: From Participation to Equal Opportunities,” while Andreas Kolettis discussed the link between European mobility programs and their subsequent implementation in Greece.

An inclusive sports event titled “Inclusive Pickleball 4 All” took place in Athens amidst a festive atmosphere.
The event brought together people with and without disabilities, placing special emphasis on the participation of athletes with intellectual disabilities. All participants formed a unified team and played together, putting the principles of equality into practice.
Through pickleball—a modern and accessible sport—the organizers once again demonstrated that sport knows no barriers or exclusions. All participants played on the same court and gained a unique experience, guided by the motto: “Play Together | Connect Together | Grow Together.”
The event was supported by:

• Hellenic Powerlifting Federation (E.S.D.T. / HPA);
• European Pickleball Federation (EPF);
• International Inclusive Committee;
• Inclusive Sports Greece;
• Sports 4 Nature.
  The organizers extend their sincere gratitude to all the athletes, volunteers, and supporters who took part in the event and helped convey an important message: diverse abilities — one community — one court — one shared experience.

The International Inclusive Sports Nature 4 All 2026 event was successfully held on 23 June 2026 in Athens, Greece, bringing together people with and without disabilities.

The event welcomed participants from Greece and the United States of America, creating a dynamic environment for interaction, social engagement, and cultural exchange through sport. A special highlight of the event was the participation of students from the University of Florida, who traveled to Greece to take part in the activities and share meaningful experiences with Greek participants.

Throughout the day, participants had the opportunity to engage in a variety of inclusive and recreational sports designed to encourage teamwork, communication, and participation without barriers, including Roundnet, Mölkky, Cornhole, and Air Badminton.

The International Inclusive Sports Nature 4 All 2026 demonstrated the power of sport as a tool for social inclusion, empowerment, and intercultural understanding. Through shared experiences, cooperation, and friendly competition, participants built new friendships and promoted the values of equality, acceptance, respect, and active participation.

The event was organized by the Hellenic Powerlifting Association (HPA/ESDT), the Panhellenic Association SOS Kids Lampsi, the Sports Club SOS Kids of Shine, and the Alumni Sports Club of the Experimental School of the University of Athens, in cooperation with Pentagon Sports & Travel.

The event was held under the auspices of: International Inclusive Committee, World Society for Peace Sports, Sports Against Drugs Foundation and Movement, Traditional Sports, Inclusive Sports Greece, Sports for Nature.

The Inclusive Pilates 4 All event was successfully held on Sunday, 14 June 2026, at Anatomy Pilates Studio in Piraeus, bringing together people with and without disabilities in a unique celebration of inclusion, accessibility, wellbeing, and equal participation through movement.

The event welcomed participants of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities, creating an inspiring environment where everyone could experience the benefits of Pilates while sharing values of respect, cooperation, and mutual understanding. Through a series of inclusive activities, participants demonstrated that movement has the power to connect people, break down barriers, and promote a more inclusive society.

More than a fitness event, Inclusive Pilates 4 All served as a powerful reminder that inclusion is achieved when people participate together. The initiative highlighted the importance of providing accessible opportunities for physical activity and wellbeing, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the benefits of an active and healthy lifestyle.

The event was held under the auspices of:

International Inclusive Committee, World Society for Peace Sports, Sports Against Drugs Foundation and Movement, International Refugee Sports Federation, General Association of World Sports Federations, Traditional Sports, Inclusive Sports Greece, Sports for Nature.

The event was organized by the Hellenic Powerlifting Association (HPA/ESDT), the Panhellenic Association SOS Kids Lampsi, the Sports Club SOS Kids of Shine, and the Alumni Sports Club of the Experimental School of the University of Athens,in cooperation with Anatomy Pilates Studio.

The Inclusive Bowling 4 All 2026 event was successfully held on 11 June 2026 at Cosmos Bowling in Athens, Greece, bringing together people with and without disabilities in a unique celebration of inclusion, equal participation, and the power of sport to unite communities.

The event welcomed participants of different ages, backgrounds, and abilities, including athletes, volunteers, representatives of organizations, families, and supporters of inclusive sport. Throughout the day, participants shared moments of joy, teamwork, friendship, and mutual respect, demonstrating that inclusion is not simply an idea, but a reality that can be achieved through meaningful interaction and shared experiences.

Inclusive Bowling 4 All 2026 served as a celebration of diversity, equality, and accessibility. Participants had the opportunity to interact, compete, and enjoy the sport of bowling in an environment where everyone was valued and encouraged to participate.

The event was organized by the Hellenic Powerlifting Association (HPA/ESDT), the Panhellenic Association SOS Kids Lampsi, the Sports Club SOS Kids of Shine, and the Alumni Sports Club of the Experimental School of the University of Athens, all of whom joined forces with the common goal of promoting inclusion and equal access to sport for all.

The event was held under the auspices of:

International Inclusive Committee, World Society for Peace Sports, Sports Against Drugs Foundation and Movement, International Refugee Sports Federation, General Association of World Sports Federations, Traditional Sports, Inclusive Sports Greece, Sports for Nature.

The valuable support of these organizations contributed significantly to the success of the event and reinforced the message that sport can be a powerful tool for social inclusion, peace, cooperation, and mutual understanding.

One Game. One Community. Everyone Welcome.

As part of a charitable program supporting Russian athletes, Alexander Smirnov, President of the International Inclusive Committee, presented an electric tricycle to Ruslan Zinyatullin, a Master of Sports and world champion in arm wrestling for individuals with musculoskeletal disabilities. He is a man of incredible fortitude, determination, and vitality.

For Ruslan, this gift was unexpected, but truly needed and important. An electric tricycle is more than just a means of transportation. It allows him to be more mobile, to move freely around his beloved city of Vyshny Volochyok, to visit important places, to meet people, and to continue doing what he loves most—coaching.

Alexander Smirnov expressed his sincere gratitude to Natalya Petrovna Roshchina, Head of the Vyshny Volochyok Municipal District, who personally participated in this generous initiative. Natalia Petrovna, thank you for your attention, support, and significant contribution to the development of sports, including adaptive sports, in the Vyshnevolotsk Municipal District.

The International Inclusive Committee continues its important charitable mission to develop adaptive and inclusive sports, create accessible environments, and expand opportunities for people with disabilities, veterans, and all those who need support on their path to an active and fulfilling life.

On May 21, 2026, the city of Luhansk (LPR) celebrated the grand opening of the first modern inclusive sports ground, created as part of a charitable program to equip regions of the Russian Federation with modern sports facilities for the development of physical education, adaptive sports, and rehabilitation.

The new ground features over 20 modern, inclusive exercise machines and the necessary equipment, making adaptive sports accessible, safe, and comfortable for people with varying abilities.

This project is of particular importance. It aims not only to develop sports infrastructure but also to create an environment in which everyone can feel confident, improve their health, unlock their potential, and take a step toward new personal achievements.

Sport unites, inspires, and helps overcome barriers. For some, it’s a path to recovery and rehabilitation; for others, it’s an opportunity to connect, socialize, and strengthen their spirit and self-confidence. Each such venue becomes a true place of strength, a space of equal opportunity, and a symbol that limitations shouldn’t be an obstacle to an active life.

The International Inclusive Games 2026 has become a truly significant event, bringing together the attention of dozens of countries and thousands of people who are not indifferent to the ideas of inclusion, fortitude and unlimited human possibilities.

In 2026, the festival was watched by 61 countries around the world. This large-scale international interest has become a clear confirmation that the International Inclusive Games goes far beyond a sporting event. It becomes a space of mutual understanding, respect and inspiration, where the main value is a person, his courage, desire for victory and the right to be heard.

The geography of attention to the festival is impressive.
Among the countries that followed International Inclusive Games, — Russia, Belarus, Netherlands, USA, Singapore, Germany, Uzbekistan, Armenia, China, Kazakhstan, India, Belgium, Ireland, Great Britain, Austria, Tajikistan, Greece, Brazil, United Arab Emirates, Finland, France, Sweden, Norway, Canada, Moldova, Serbia, Turkey, Italy, Australia, Kyrgyzstan, Poland, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Georgia, Paraguay, Switzerland, Bahrain, British Virgin Islands, Vietnam, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Spain, Qatar, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Argentina, Bangladesh, Denmark, Malaysia, Mali, New Zealand, Pakistan, Romania, Seychelles, Togo, South Africa, South Korea and Japan.

Such wide international attention testifies to the high importance of the festival and how in demand today are projects that can unite people of different cultures, languages and traditions around common humanistic values. The International Inclusive Games has become a symbol of openness, support, and the belief that sports can not only unleash talent, but also change public perception, forming a more empathetic, fair, and humane view of the world.

This project demonstrates every day that sport is for everyone. We host a festival for people with unlimited abilities, breaking down barriers, promoting inclusion, and proving that strength of spirit is stronger than any limitations.

The National Inclusive Committee won the “Our Contribution” national award in the “NGO” category, confirming its high status as one of the country’s leading public organizations in the field of social initiatives, adaptive sports, and inclusive development.
With this award, the Committee officially confirmed its status as a “Partner of National Projects” for its initiatives related to the “Youth and Children,” “Family,” “Environmental Well-Being,” and the “Sport of Russia” state program.

The awards ceremony was a landmark event for representatives of business, the nonprofit sector, and development institutions whose projects make a tangible contribution to improving people’s quality of life. Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Novak presented the first-place award to Alexander Smirnov, President of the National Inclusive Committee.

This victory recognizes the extensive and systematic work of the Committee, which provides significant support to Russian regions in the development of adaptive and inclusive sports. By 2025, the organization’s charitable programs had reached over 1,000,000 beneficiaries, and its initiatives had become an important part of creating an accessible, modern, and truly inclusive environment for children, youth, families, and people with disabilities.

The IMPULSE International Adaptive Sports Festival, which has been held for three years with the support of the DobroFON Charity Program, has attracted particular attention from the expert community.

Today, it is the largest festival in the world in terms of the number of adaptive and inclusive sports, as well as the number of participants. The project has become a shining example of how sport can be not only a platform for achievement, but also a powerful tool for socialization, rehabilitation, unity, and the development of human potential. The festival is part of Russia’s national projects and the state program “Sport of Russia,” reaffirming its high level of social significance.