HEALING & STRENGTHENING
OUR NATION THROUGH SPORTS
The Ariel Center, inspired by the life and legacy of Ariel Goldsmith z"l,
is dedicated to empowering Israelis and strengthening their inner
resilience through sport.
Already active with impactful therapeutic programming,
The Ariel Center is now building
a cutting-edge facility to expand its reach and deepen impact nationwide.
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.
WHY SPORTS?
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
REBUILDING ISRAEL
The Ariel Center will be a physical hub for
rehabilitation, healing and empowerment.
The Center will support IDF reservists and their partners, trauma-exposed civilians from southern Israel, educators and leaders countrywide.
The Center will be a key component in rebuilding Israel’s resilience. Programming is already underway, breaking the stigma around mental health, using sports to help individuals Rise-Up through their inner strength.
