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Our Mission is…
to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a
variety of Olympic-type sports for individuals with mental retardation
by giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness,
demonstrate courage, experience joy and participating in a sharing of
gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics
athletes and the community.
 Our goal is…
for all persons with mental retardation to have the
chance to become useful and productive
citizens who are accepted and respected in their communities.
More interesting Facts...
Special Olympics
serves more than 1 million persons with mental retardation in more than
160 countries. That number is expected to double by the year 2005.
Children and adults with mental retardation who participate in Special
Olympics develop improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater
self-confidence and a more positive self-image. They grow mentally,
socially and spiritually and, through their activities, exhibit
boundless courage and enthusiasm, enjoy the rewards of friendship and
ultimately discover not only new abilities and talents but "their
voices" as well.
Through Special Olympics Motor Activities Training Program (MATP),
developed by physical educators, physical therapists and recreation
therapists. MATP emphasizes training and participation rather than
competition.
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