Virtus targets inclusion in 2026 Winter Paralympic Games
In recent months, Virtus has renewed its efforts to include Nordic Skiing within the Winter Paralympic Games. Work to support this first began more than 10 years ago when a sports […]
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Virtus seeking hosts for a number of 2024-2026 championships
5 April 2023 in Hot news /by nickVirtus has today opened the bid process for a number of events through to the Regional Games in 2026, including major World and Regional Championships. Bidding is open to all […]
Earthquake in Turkey-Syria
7 February 2023 in Hot news /by nickOn behalf of the Virtus family, we would like to extend our thoughts and wishes to the people of Turkey and Syria following the series of earthquakes in recent days. […]
II3 eligibility group to become full medal at Virtus Global Games
24 January 2023 in Hot news /by nickFollowing a lengthy research and trial period, the Virtus Governing Board recently confirmed that the II3 eligibility group – for athletes with autism – will be considered as full medal […]
II3 Eligibility Panel Members (voluntary) – INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
18 January 2023 in Hot news, Vacancies /by nickVirtus is pleased to invite applications to join its new II3 Eligibility Panel, with responsibility for reviewing and approving athlete applications in the II3 (athletes with autism) eligibility group. Please […]
TUE Committee Members wanted
12 December 2022 in Hot news, Vacancies /by nickAs part of our ongoing commitment to drug-free sport, we are seeking medical professionals to join our Therapeutic Use Exemption Committee (TUE Committee) which supports the Virtus Anti-Doping Committee to […]
2022 Oceania-Asia Regional Games, Australia
11 November 2022 in Projects /by nickSport Director for Rowing appointed
4 November 2022 in Hot news /by nickWe are delighted to announce that Nuno Santa Rita from Portugal has been appointed as Sport Director for Rowing and Chair of the Rowing Committee. Nuno has extensive experience in Virtus Rowing, […]
Bernard Atha OBE (1928-2022)
26 October 2022 in Hot news /by nickWe are sorry to announce that Mr Bernard Atha OBE (GBR) passed away at the weekend, aged 94. Bernard – a politician and actor – was instrumental in the early […]
Finance Committee member needed (voluntary)
13 September 2022 in Hot news, Vacancies /by nickVirtus has an opportunity for an experienced individual to join its Finance Committee. Reporting to the Governing Board, the committee oversees the management of Virtus funds, preparing management and annual […]
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