Adaptive & veteran sport
Petanque
A calm, precision game with metal boules. Very low physical strain — can be played standing, seated, or from a wheelchair.
Who it’s for
Who this suits best
Older adults, veterans with limited mobility, wheelchair users, and anyone looking for a low-intensity, social activity.
What to bring
What to have with you
Weather-appropriate clothing. Boules are provided on site.
Location & contact
Where and with whom we train
- Location
- An outdoor court or flat area in Rivne (confirmed seasonally); we look for surfaces that are wheelchair-passable where possible.
- Coach / coordinator
- Programme coordinator: Mykola Dyedovets; a dedicated petanque coach/specialist is to be confirmed.
- Contact
- 097 645 3347 · fbro@ukr.net
- Schedule
- Seasonal, during the warmer months. Full programme schedule →
Accessibility
How inclusive this space is
- Parking for people with disabilities
- To be confirmed depending on the venue.
- Independent car access and exit
- Usually yes — outdoor courts with no steps; we confirm specifics before each session.
- Step-free entry to the building
- Not applicable — played outdoors; we choose surfaces (gravel, sand, synthetic) with wheelchair access in mind.
- Accessible toilet
- No fixed restroom at the venue itself; we confirm the nearest option in advance.
- Adaptive equipment on site
- Boules are provided; no special adaptive equipment is needed.
- Getting home independently
- Yes, we can help arrange onward transport if needed.
Want to try it?
A first taste comes with no commitment — come and watch, or join right away.