Initiatives
Along with quality year-round sports training and athletic competition, Special Olympics Delaware also offers additional appropriate programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Athlete Leadership
Encourages and supports athletes in their quest to participate in decision-making roles within the organization.
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Healthy Athletes Program
Strives to improve, through better health and fitness, each athlete’s ability to train and compete in Special Olympics.
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Motor Activity Training
Designed for persons with severe limitations who do not yet possess the physical and/or behavioral skills necessary to participate in official Special Olympics sports.
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Summer Camp
An unforgettable three-day experience that includes swimming, fishing and crabbing, arts & crafts, canoeing and sports activities.
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Young Athletes
An innovative sports play program for children ages 2 through 7, and is a series of developmentally appropriate activities designed specifically for young children and their family members.
These supplemental programs address athlete empowerment, health education and leadership opportunities - all provided with the goal of helping participating athletes improve their life skills, confidence, motivation and self-esteem.