Special Olympics

The Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) program with Greeley Recreation offers many opportunities for recreational and competitive sports participation for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. These include basketball, bowling, volleyball, swim team, soccer, track, and softball.

Throughout the year, each sport offering will be listed on this page. Be sure to view and complete the documents provided to be able to compete.

All athletes MUST have a current Special Olympics application on file to participate in regional and state competitions. Please fill out the Physical Exam Form, then fill out the online application.

Important documents:

Get Involved

A Unified team is made up of players with and without disabilities; “athletes” and “partners”.
Athlete: A player with an intellectual or developmental disability.
Partner: A player without a disability.

If you are interested in being a partner or volunteering to coach, please contact the AIR Coordinator, Kassi Decuir.

Financial assistance is available for those in need. Find out more about the Youth Assistance Fund.

Financial assistance is available for those in need. Find out more about the Senior Assistance Fund.

Adult

Spring 2023

Also offering soccer clinics and a unified adult soccer program this spring.

Special Olympics Swim Team

Join Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) for swim team practices as we prepare for the local Special Olympics Competition. During practice we will work on stroke development and swimming endurance.

Registration January 30 – March 25
(Registration can be done in person at Greeley Recreation Center, Family FunPlex, or online at mygreeleyrec.com)

Saturdays

Program Begins: March 4
Program Ends: June 3

Sections:

Under 16 and/or Lead Up
Practice Time: 9-10 a.m.
This Practice time is for swimmers 8-15 years old or any lead up athletes. Lead up events are for athletes who can’t swim 25 meters (one pool length) without stopping or need the assistance of flotation device or another swimmer. Age 8-15.
Traditional 16+
Practice Time: 10-11 a.m.
This Practice is for athletes older than 15 that can swim one pool length independently. Age 16+.

Location: Greeley Recreation Center, 651 10th Ave, Greeley 80631

Fee: free to sign-up, $3 drop-in fee

Special Olympics Track & Field

Join Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) for track practices as we prepare for the local Special Olympics Competition. There will be running, walking, and wheelchair events available. Field events include Long Jump, Standing Long Jump, High Jump, Softball Throw, Tennis Ball Throw, Shot Put, and Mini-Javelin.

Registration January 30 – March 25
(Registration can be done in person at Greeley Recreation Center, Family FunPlex, or online at mygreeleyrec.com)

Tuesdays

Program Begins: March 28
Program Ends: May 15

Practice Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Age: 16+

Location: Heath Middle School, 2223 16th St., Greeley 80631

Fee:$20

Contact

Kassi Decuir, CTRS
AIR Coordinator
970-350-9779
kassi.decuir@greeleygov.com

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