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Athletic training and competition gives people with developmental disabilities
the chance to demonstrate to the world all they are capable of achieving. It
provides a forum to compete not only in athletics but in life. Currently, over
3,000 developmentally disabled Nevadans participate in a Special Olympics
program. Special Olympics' range of services, from motor activities programs
to Unified Sports®,
addresses the needs of individuals at their current functional level. It is
a valuable support system that recognizes differences and celebrates accomplishments.
Currently, Nevada offers athletic training in eight-week cycles
and competition in 10
Olympic-style sports.
Sports training
is open to athletes as young as five years old. Developmentally
disabled persons age eight years or older are eligible for
competition. Developmental disability is characterized by
significantly sub-average intellectual functioning, existing
concurrently with related limitations in two or more of the
following adaptive skill areas: communication, self-care,
home living, social skills, community use, self direction,
safety, functional academic, leisure and work. Developmental
disability manifests before age 18.
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Download and read the “Athlete Welcome Packet”.
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Download and complete the Special Olympics “Athlete Application for Participation” form and have it signed by a licensed medical professional. Download the form in Spanish.
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Submit the completed Application to:
Attn: Melva Coburn
Special Olympics Nevada
5670 Wynn Road, Suite H
Las Vegas, NV 89118
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Contact your local sports staff to find out how to get involved in the local sports program in the “Athlete Welcome Packet”.
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Download and complete the Special Olympics “Athlete Application for Participation” form and have it signed by a licensed medical professional. Download the form in Spanish.
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Submit the completed Application to:
Attn: Melva Coburn
Special Olympics Nevada
5670 Wynn Road, Suite H
Las Vegas, NV 89118
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