• About

    Find Your Local Program

    Special Olympics Indiana energizes athletes by organizing 10 dynamic Areas, each led by dedicated volunteers to support County Programs and host exciting regional competitions. Athletes thrive in vibrant community events, competing in various meets to earn their place in state-level championships.
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    Our Initiatives

    Engage with athletes and volunteers across Indiana through our different Initiatives.

    About us

    Special Olympics Indiana engages and energizes athletes and volunteers throughout Indiana.

  • Competitions

    Next up, State Bowling!

    Bowling has grown into one of the most popular sports offered in our program. The State Bowling Tournament, held annually in late fall, brings together hundreds of athletes and Unified partners from across the state for two days of fun and competition in Indianapolis.
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    State Competitions & Beyond

    Special Olympics Indiana hosts a variety of state-level competitions year round and participates in a different national or global competition each year.

  • Athletes

    Become An Athlete

    Join Special Olympics Indiana, where 19,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities compete year-round in over 20 sports, enhancing fitness, showcasing courage, and sharing joy. Our Unified Sports® program fosters teamwork and inclusion by uniting athletes with and without disabilities. Be a part of something extraordinary!
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  • Volunteer

    Explore Volunteer Opportunities

    Whether you volunteer year-round, seasonally, or for just one event, you'll create unforgettable moments and make a significant impact. Support over 19,000 athletes to encourage their growth and foster meaningful connections.
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  • Special Events
  • Ways to Give

    Featured Fundraiser

    Polar Plunge
    Polar Plunge

Health and Fitness

Stories

Cardiovascular Exercise is a Must for Athletes with IDD

Cardo is an essential part of the fitness puzzle and can be done from just about anywhere in the world.

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Athlete strength training

The Benefits of Strength Training for Athletes with IDD

For athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), adding strength training into exercise routines offers numerous physical, psychological and social benefits.

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Train 4 Life Expands to 7 Cities in 2025

Special Olympics Indiana has expanded its Train 4 Life initiative, bringing its free fitness program designed for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) that includes partnerships with facilities in seven communities.

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Project Facilitates Communication Between IDD Community and Health Care Providers

Group attempts to show how health professionals can engage with people with intellectual developmental disabilities and how to include them in their medical care.

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The Benefits of Agility Training for Health and Fitness

The benefits of agility training go way beyond sports performance. They can significantly enhance overall health and fitness for individuals of all ages.

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