This weekend, Odesa hosted an open wushu training session at inclusive beach #11. The event took place outdoors, barefoot on the sand, perfectly capturing the summer vibe.
War veterans joined the activity, eager to try their hand at a new sport. Various styles of wushu were showcased during the training — both contact and non-contact, dynamic and health-oriented. Everyone had the chance to practice techniques, feel the rhythm of movement, and find inner balance.
The event demonstrated how an inclusive space can thrive, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds and new experiences.
The master class was led by:
Contact Wushu (self-defense):
- Volodymyr Shevchenko — Master of Sports of Ukraine in Wushu, European champion, multiple-time champion of Ukraine, license holder for the upcoming World Wushu Games in Sanda;
- Oleksandr Mykolaiovych Berezhnyi — Honored Coach of Ukraine, senior coach of Wushu Sanda at the Odesa Wushu Federation;
- Serhii Fedorovych Muntianu — war veteran, combat participant, Wushu Sanda coach at the Odesa Wushu Federation.
Non-contact Wushu (health direction):
- Valeria Blahodyr — Master of Sports of Ukraine in Wushu, wellness program coach.
