Running in the Dark

On 13 December, we had the pleasure of supporting Fundacja Szansa – Jesteśmy Razem during the 4th edition of the “Bieg w Ciemno” (Run in the Dark) event, held in Arkonia Forest Park in Szczecin

The event was filled with an inspiring atmosphere, great energy and engaging activities that made the day truly memorable

Although the route was approximately 1,700 meters long, the real challenge was not the distance itself, but the experience of running without sight

It is worth noting that around 80–85% of sensory information is received through vision

This unique initiative, created with blind and visually impaired individuals in mind, allowed participants to run in pairs - either fully sighted or mixed - where one person ran blindfolded while the other acted as a guide. This setup highlighted how crucial vision is for movement coordination, balance and spatial orientation

We have great admiration for everyone who took part in this event and congratulate all participants for embracing such a meaningful challenge

Photo by Andrzej Szkocki