The Young Athletes Program is an innovative sports/play program for children ages 2 1/2 to 7, who have intellectual disabilities. Through the Young Athletes Program exercises and activities, a child acquires and improves fundamental skills such as balance, running, jumping, catching, throwing, and kicking. The program is also loaded with opportunities for language development, social interaction and learning numbers, colors, shapes and more.

Designed specifically for children who have intellectual disabilities
Activities are designed to be fun and playful, increasing a child’s interest and participation
Program is flexible and can be used one-on-one at home, in the classroom or a community setting
Activities are adaptable based on participants’ skill level
Fun exercise and physical development
Colorful, child-sized equipment
Introduction to sports skills and language
Develop social skills
Learn colors, numbers and shapes
Each child receives a trophy

Parents, the Young Athletes Program offers fun and fitness for the whole family!

Parent/child activity groups where the whole family can exercise together
Groups meet weekly for one hour
Locations throughout Arizona
Siblings are welcome to attend
Yearly Recognition Ceremonies where your child receives a trophy
Families make meaningful connections and exchange valuable resources
No fees to participate

Special Education Teachers, the Young Athletes Program is a great addition to your classroom!

Available to Developmental Preschool and Special Education classrooms Kindergarten through 2nd Grade
The Young Athletes Program includes:
Activity Guide with all the Young Athletes activities
58-piece Equipment Kit with balls, cones, balance beam, etc.
Instructional DVD
Training provided by Special Olympics Arizona
All students participate, regardless of diagnosis

You can be a part of the Young Athletes Program in several ways:

Become a Volunteer Trainer
Start a Young Athletes play activities group in your community
Connect with a group in your area
Train your own Young Athlete at home
Offer the Young Athletes Program in your Developmental Preschool or Adapted PE class

Please visit the Forms area of this website to view all the Young Athletes Program Forms.

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