How to Coach Special Olympics

If you would like the chance to participate in a wonderful organization and have a great time, you may wish to consider becoming a coach for the Special Olympics. This unique opportunity will allow you to recruit, encourage and teach athletes with disabilities in either individual or team sports. The steps below will walk you through finding more information on coaching and becoming a Special Olympics coach.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Visit the Special Olympics website to learn more about the Special Olympics. Explore the "Coach" section of the website to read about the important role that coaches play in the Special Olympics.
2. Read the "Coaching Guides" located in the "Coach" section of the Special Olympics website. These guides will take you through all of the components of becoming and being a Special Olympics coach. You will learn the basics of the Special Olympics, sport safety, risk management, preparing athletes and other topics pertaining to being a Special Olympics coach.
3. Use the "Find a Location" portion of the Special Olympics website to find your local Special Olympics website, or find the phone number for the local office in your phone book.
4. Visit the local Special Olympics website or call them to find out when the next orientation session on being a coach takes place.
5. Attend the "Special Olympics General Orientation" and ask any questions you may have on coaching. Make sure you understand the process of becoming a coach.
6. Complete an approved Special Olympics course either in your local area or online through the Special Olympics website.
7. Accept your assignment of athletes and begin coaching your team.