Lesvos
Spirit
Three years after the Moria refugee camp in Lesvos was ravaged by fire, people are still arriving on the island every week seeking asylum. Many are dealing with trauma and transition, uncertainty and fear.
Today, the clubhouse and Yoga & Sports With Refugees' gym form a vibrant social hub where everyone is welcome to participate in sports and connect over a warm cup of chai.
Clubhouseagenda
Join the weekly workouts and social activities. Whether you want to participate in running, bodybuilding, women's fitness, football, kickboxing or dancing: everyone is welcome to train with Yoga & Sports With Refugees and us.
Monday
02 December ’24
17:30-19:00
Football Training
Improve your skills and share the fun during the football training on Mondays and Fridays.
Tuesday
03 December ’24
16:30-18:30
Running Class
Join us to the Lesviot hills as the setting sun turns the sky pastel pink.
Wednesday
04 December ’24
10:30-12:00
Boxing Class
Join a boxing class. Don’t worry: there are separate classes for first-timers and pros.
Thursday
05 December ’24
18:30-20:00
Volleyball Training
Mixed training for boys and girls to strengthen team spirit.
Friday
06 December ’24
17:30-19:00
Football Training
Improve your skills and share the fun during the football training on Mondays and Fridays.
Friday
06 December ’24
15:30-17:00
Basketball Training
Join the Basketball team on Fridays to show off your skill or learn new ones.
Saturday
07 December ’24
16:30-19:30
Climbing Class
No better way to elevate spirits than at the climbing hall. Meet-up at the clubhouse.
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Clubshirt
Co-designed with the local community, the Lesvos shirt embodies the unbeatable spirit of KLABU.
Impact so far
- Since the start of Lesvos Spirit, the project has offered more than 5,100 newly arrived asylum seekers the opportunity to learn new skills and gain confidence not only for their time on Lesvos - but well into their futures.
- Everyday, close to 90 people come to the clubhouse and gym managed by refugees and our project partner Yoga & Sports With Refugees to borrow sports equipment, practise kickboxing or hit the climbing gym.
- At the Lesvos Spirit, many newcomers can discover new sports like rock climbing or Muay Thai. It is one of the KLABUs with the most diverse activity schedule: there's always something new to look out for!
- The gym also provides daily access for bodybuilding, with dedicated time slots for women and LGBTQ+ individuals in collaboration with Lesvos Solidarity. This partnership ensures a welcoming space for all gym users, respecting cultural sensitivities by providing a comfortable environment for female participation and guaranteeing a safe sporting environment for members of the LGBTQ+ group.
- By being open to the public, the Yoga & Sports With Refugees gym and the clubhouse enable local Greeks to take part in the activities. This connects people who are usually separated and helps build better understanding between them.
- The Lesvos Spirit refugee community often also participates in local running races and marathons, fostering inclusion and raising awareness alongside Greek residents.
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Lesvos Spirit is supported by these great organisations and individuals.
The project could not have been realised without many more contributors:
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