Gwalior, April 16 2025: In a powerful step toward inclusive empowerment, the Fit 5 Club is organizing a ground-breaking 15-day Residential Summer Camp for children with intellectual disabilities, from 29th May to 12th June 2025 at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Training Centre for Disability Sports, Gwalior.
This is more than a camp—it’s a journey that fuses India’s ancient Gurukul principles with international sports methodologies to build not only stronger athletes, but stronger individuals.
🕉️ Gurukul & Aarsha Vidya Parampara – Nurturing Mind, Body & Soul
Children will begin each day with:
Stretching & Wake-up Rituals
Yoga & Meditation for mindfulness, balance, and calm
Vedic Havan and Mantras, introducing spiritual grounding
Biological Age-Building Exercises, promoting energy, endurance, and longevity
“We’re shaping human values along with sportsmanship,” said Bhoopendra Bhatt, Camp In-charge and Atal Gaurav Ratna Awardee, with 8 years of experience in coaching Special Olympics athletes.
🏃♂️ Elite Sports Training by National & International Coaches
At the heart of the camp is world-class training, delivered by:
Certified National and International Coaches with experience in Special Olympics, Para-Sports, and Khelo India events
Special sessions on athletics, swimming, football, yoga, basketball, badminton, table tennis, and more
“Our aim is performance with purpose—each child’s growth is mapped and guided,” shared Rohit Raghuwanshi, Managing Director of Fit 5 Sports Club, a certified sports coach and nutrition expert.
Campers will also benefit from:
Posture Correction Exercises by Dr. Priyanka Singh, Senior Physiotherapist
Nutrition Counseling and adaptive training modules for varied ability levels
💡 Creative Expression & Cognitive Growth Activities
To develop beyond the field, children will explore:
Theatre & Voice Workshops to boost expression and confidence
Photography & Videography for creativity and visual learning
Health Science Awareness: hygiene, wellness, and diet education
Team Building & Communication Games
“We aim to build expressive, confident, and aware individuals,” said Counselor Hemlata Sharma.
🌟 Talent Identification & Post-Camp Coaching Support
A special Talent ID Program will be held to:
Assess each athlete’s strengths
Provide personalized feedback
Offer pathways to state and national-level coaching programs
Follow-up will include:
Custom home training plans for parents
Video tutorials, virtual check-ins, and equipment guidance
🧑🤝🧑 Volunteers – The Heartbeat of Inclusion
The camp is powered by a dedicated team of trained volunteers, including:
Special education interns
Para-sports advocates
University sports students
Community youth mentors
Their 24×7 support ensures every child feels safe, included, and encouraged.
“Our volunteers are not just helpers—they’re role models, cheerleaders, and friends,” said Senior Advisor Rajendra Baraskar, who also oversees discipline and engagement.
🎯 Life-Long Guidance & Mentorship
Under the expert mentorship of Dr. Manvendra Singh (25 years in disability sports administration), the camp offers:
Career counseling for para-sports
Assistance with Special Olympics registrations
Linkages to scholarships and national competitions
“We nurture talent today to build champions for tomorrow,” said Dr. Singh.
✅ Camp Benefits at a Glance:
🧘 Mental discipline + moral grounding
🏅 National-level sports exposure
💪 Physiotherapy & injury prevention
🗣️ Voice, theatre & team bonding
📸 Creative outlets + media learning
🎓 Continuous support after the camp ends
📣 Final Word
The Fit 5 Club Summer Camp 2025 isn’t just a camp—it’s a movement for inclusion, a celebration of potential, and a beacon of what India can achieve when sports, tradition, and support come together.
“We’re proving every day that our children are not disabled—they’re differently exceptional,” said Bhatt.
Registration link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA
