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HEALING & STRENGTHENING
OUR NATION THROUGH SPORTS

The Ariel Center will be a state-of-the-art therapeutic sports facility in Southern Israel -dedicated to empowering Israelis while strengthening their inner-resilience. 

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Israelis are facing profound trauma and uncertainty since the events of October 7 and its aftermath.

The Ariel Center is taking the unique approach to help Israelis heal  & rise up through sports. 

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WHY SPORTS?

Scientific research has proven that sports are a powerful method for overcoming psychological challenges and boosting mood and overall well-being.

50%

decrease in stress and anxiety symptoms when incorporating routine sport activity into one's daily lifestyle.

25%

of people who get regular vigorous exercise are less likely to develop a mental disorder.

500%

minimum increase in

mood-enhancing endorphins following participation in group and individual exercise. 
 

40%

reduction in symptoms of depression in men when practicing a minimum of 162 minutes weekly; 34% decrease in women.

Traditional therapy doesn’t resonate with everyone, and even for those it does, it’s often not enough. Movement through sports is a crucial component of any healing process.

The Ariel Center will be the first of its kind in Israel and will be an epicenter and paradigm on how a nation can heal from trauma.

"Many soldiers and reservists

feel uncomfortable stepping into

a therapy-like setting and simply won't do it. ​I wish The Ariel Center had existed when I endured and processed military trauma during my service."

Itai Azulay, 41 years old

IDF Reservist, Givati Combat Unit

OUR PARTNERS

The Ariel Center is a joint initiative with the Government of Israel. 

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REBUILDING THE SOUTH

The Ariel Center will be a physical hub for

rehabilitation, healing and empowerment in the Southern periphery of Israel.

 

The Center will support IDF reservists and their partners, trauma-exposed civilians from southern Israel, educators and leaders countrywide.

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The Center will be a key component in rebuilding the south and Israel’s resilience. Programming is already underway, breaking the stigma around mental health, using sports to help individuals Rise-Up through their inner strength.

Support Our Mission

Make a difference in the lives of thousands of Israelis

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The Ariel Center

Healing & Strengthening

Israel through Sports

20 King George

Jerusalem, Israel

9426208

​office@thearielcenter.org

+972-58-674-0100

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