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Young Athletes

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Young Athletes™ is a unique sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities. The focus is on fun activities that are important to mental and physical growth.

Children ages 3 to 7 enjoy games and activities that develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Young Athletes is an early introduction to sports and to the world of Special Olympics. The children learn new things, play and have lots of fun!

The skills developed using the Young Athletes curriculum prepare children to transition to Special Olympics sports teams and competition settings once they reach the age of 8.

The Young Athletes program is flexible and can be offered in a school or community setting, as well as by parents at home.
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Upcoming Sessions

2024 Fall Games | Young Athletes Registration
Ages 3 - 7
Location: Richard Siegel Park
515 Cherry Lane Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Date + Time: 
Saturday, October 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

We are excited to be joining the Special Olympics Tennessee Fall Games! On Saturday, October 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., our Young Athletes will be introduced to beginner flag football, soccer, bowling, and golf. Each station will focus on motor skill development, teamwork and fun team challenges.

This event is free to register. A parent/guardian must remain on-site throughout the entire program. 

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2024 Fall Young Athletes Class
Ages 3 - 7
Location: We Rock The Spectrum Franklin
1113 Murfreesboro Rd #203, Franklin, TN 37064

Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
September 4, 11, 18 and 25
October 2, 9, 16 and 23

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Special Olympics Young Athletes™ is a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 3 to 7. The focus is on fun activities that help develop beginner sport skills essential to mental and physical growth. Young Athletes is partnering with We Rock The Spectrum to introduce beginner sports skills and teamwork and have lots of fun each week!

This event is free to register. A parent/guardian must remain on-site throughout the entire program. 

To get involved, email [email protected].

Young Athletes Stories

Young Athletes Summer Camp Provides a Sibling Connection To Special Olympics

Jenkins family sees tremendous value in Young Athletes programming
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Claybrooks Family Enjoys Learning New Skills at Young Athletes Summer Camp

Children participated in floor hockey, bowling and more
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Young Volunteers Play a Vital Role in the Success of Special Olympics

Grayson Michael had an incredible experience volunteering at Young Athletes Summer Camp
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Southern Athletic Association Volunteers at Young Athletes New Year Challenge

Student-athletes teach Young Athletes new sports skills
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