Become an Athlete
Our staff can talk you through the process and it as easy as possible.
The first thing to do is take a look at which club/s you would like to join. You may choose a club on location or by the sport.
What We Do (Suggested layout)
Special Olympics Ireland is a sports organisation for people with an intellectual disability from the age of 4 years old with no upper age limit.
Our Sports Programme offers competition, training and events in 15 sports (13 Summer and 2 Winter Sports) plus a non-competitive Motor Activities Training Programme and a Young Athletes Programme.
Beyond Sport we offer a number of opportunities to our athletes. Our Health & Wellbeing Programme provides health screenings, health education and resources to athletes, in a fun and welcoming environment and our Athlete Leadership Programme encourages athletes to develop skills which will empower them to be advocates for themselves and other athletes.
Special Olympics Ireland is a sports organisation for people with an intellectual disability, but we provide athletes with far more than the physical benefits of sport.
We support future Champions!
Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved with Special Olympics Ireland and we have listed the opportunities for you below.
We promise you won't regret it. Being involved with us will change your life.
We look forward to welcoming you to our community.
Ways To Get Involved
Become a Volunteer
As a volunteering led organisation we are always on the lookout for enthusiastic and friendly people.
Volunteering is fun and rewarding, and we have a live register of all our opportunities here but please check back regularly as it constantly changes.
Become a Donor
As a charity we rely on the generosity of the public, corporate supporters and sponsors to help us bridge our funding gaps and support our future champions.