San Diego REGION

Special Olympics San Diego Region enriches the lives of more than 2,500 athletes with intellectual disabilities and their communities through sports, education, and athlete health.

SPORTS, TRAINING, GAMES, AND EVENTS

Plunge, Splash & Play Aquatica

September 10
Plunge, Splash and Play all day at Aquatica to raise funds for Special Olympics San Diego. Not only will you brave the wild waters of the largest wave pool in Southern California, but you'll have the opportunity to earn prizes, party with friends and family all while helping to support Special Olympics San Diego athletes!

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Special Olympics athlete from San Diego competes in gymnastics.

Sports

Special Olympics San Diego Region offers 11 Olympic-style individual and team sports that provide meaningful training and competition opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Spring/Summer Season (February - May): Athletics (track and field), Aquatics, Basketball, Bocce, Golf, and Gymnastics

Fall/Winter Season (July - November): Bowling, Floor Hockey, Soccer, Softball, and Tennis

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Become an Athlete

No matter the person's age or skill level, Special Olympics San Diego Region has something for every person with intellectual disabilities. We deliver high-quality, year-round competition and training opportunities in an inclusive culture that stresses athletic excellence, rewards determination, emphasizes health, and celebrates personal achievement.

Become an Athlete

Coaches pose with team after awards at the 2014 USA Games

Become a Volunteer Coach

Few people impact our athletes more than their coaches. Coaches not only provide sports skills but they are role models who teach character, sportsmanship, courage, ability and personal growth.

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GET INVOLVED

Make a difference in the lives of persons with intellectual disabilities. Donate your money, time, or talents to ensure our athletes continue to receive the top-quality sports training and competitions they deserve.

Volunteer

Special Olympics would not exist today without the expertise, time, and enthusiasm of its volunteers. Whatever your interests, talents, background and availability, there are opportunities for you.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run raises awareness and funds for Special Olympics. Hundreds of officers serve as Guardians of the Flame, escorting the Flame of Hope to Summer Games and participating in fundraising throughout the year.

Be a fan in the stand and cheer on our athletes at a local competition or attend one of our fun and exciting fundraisers like the the Polar Plunge!

WHO WE ARE

Special Olympics San Diego Region provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

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We are committed to responsible stewardship of your support and are proud of our high standards

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Impact in San Diego Region

1,477 athletes; 24 events; 1,000 volunteers

San Diego Region

San Diego REGION

SPORTS, TRAINING, GAMES, AND EVENTS

Plunge, Splash & Play Aquatica

Sports

Become an Athlete

Become a Volunteer Coach

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer

Guard the Flame

Attend an Event

WHO WE ARE

Spend Wisely

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