YOUNG ATHLETES RESOURCES
Everything you need to get started
YOUNG ATHLETES
Building Inclusive School Communities Together!
TOOLS TO SUPPORT EVERY STEP
TOOLS TO SUPPORT EVERY STEP
Explore the following resources designed to help you bring the Young Athletes program to life. From activity guides and lesson materials to equipment and at‑home tools, everything you need is here to help children learn, play, and grow with confidence.
GUIDES & ACTIVITIES
Guide for Families
At Home Quick Tips
The At Home Quick Tips offer recommendations and structure for at-home use.
Flash Cards
Help keep things fresh by giving your young athlete an opportunity to select the activities they are most interested in doing.
Curriculum Cards
A structured, easy‑to-follow set of lesson plans that guide each session with activities, timing, and skill focus, helping you lead engaging, skill‑building experiences week by week.
Activity Tracker
EQUIPMENT
SOSC Young Athletes Kit
Equipment kits provide the tools used in Young Athletes activities, helping children focus on each skill. Simple alternatives can also be used at home. SOSC offers kits and can connect you with partner vendors for easy ordering.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Special Olympics International
Equipment kits provide the tools used in Young Athletes activities, helping children focus on each skill. Simple alternatives can also be used at home. SOSC offers kits and can connect you with partner vendors for easy ordering.
SEE YOUNG ATHLETES IN ACTION
Get a closer look at how Young Athletes helps children build skills, confidence, and connections through play. This video shows how the program works across different settings and highlights the impact it has on children, families, and communities.
Contact Us!
Get started by contacting the SOSC schools team member from your community.
Region 1 (San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura Counties)
Region 2 (Los Angeles, Kern, Inyo Counties)
Region 3 (Riverside, San Bernardino Counties)
Region 4 (Orange County)
Region 5 (San Diego, Imperial Counties)
HQ (Long Beach)
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