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Archery Guyana Hosts Champions Movement and Unity on Olympic Day 2025
Participants of Olympic Day 2025 strike a pose after an energising session, united by movement and the Olympic values of friendship and excellence.
Kaieteur Sports – Archery Guyana proudly joined the international sporting community on Monday 23rd June, 2025 in commemorating Olympic Day 2025 under the powerful theme: “Let’s Move?” – a global call by the International Olympic Committee to inspire people of all ages and abilities to embrace movement for health, connection, and joy.
Held at the scenic Kingston Seawall, the event brought together archers, families, youth, and supporters dressed in workout gear and waving flags in celebration of the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect.
Delivering warm opening remarks, President of Archery Guyana, Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, emphasised the importance of movement as an antidote to the growing tide of inactivity and disconnection.
A special highlight of the afternoon was a dynamic and informative presentation by Neurologist Dr. Alex Persaud, who spoke on the profound neurological benefits and importance of exercise and movement for the body and its neurological system. This covers the brain, spine and all pathways for life and motor function.
Participants were then led through energising exercises by World Archery Level 2 Coach, Mr. Ryan McKinnon, whose expert guidance was met with enthusiasm and applause. The session featured an inspiring demonstration by 8-year-old Alistair McKinnon, one of Archery Guyana’s youngest members, who guided the crowd through hand movements and squats, earning cheers for his leadership and energy.
National archers Saifullah Gani, Nolan Gray, and Richard Dookie also took center stage, sharing fun demonstrations and interacting with the crowd, showcasing that movement and sport are for everyone, regardless of age or skill level.
As the sun set over the seawall and the high winds picked up, participants were reminded that Olympic Day is more than a celebration – it is a movement in itself.
Archery Guyana encourages everyone to take a step, a stretch, a breath — to move with purpose not just today, but every day.
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