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Aug 2, 2007 13:47:36 GMT -5
Post by shellk on Aug 2, 2007 13:47:36 GMT -5
How old do children have to be to enter the Special Olympics ? Is there a website I can go to ?
Kourtney's PT is trying to train Kourtney for basketball and or track and field..Just curious..She is only 8
Thanks Michele
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Aug 2, 2007 13:57:33 GMT -5
Post by difrompa on Aug 2, 2007 13:57:33 GMT -5
In PA it's age 8
Di
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Aug 2, 2007 14:14:21 GMT -5
Post by momofrussell on Aug 2, 2007 14:14:21 GMT -5
I think it's age 8 all over... Here is the link for FL's SO... there is a link on the home page that says "find local program", that should help www.specialolympicsflorida.org/A.
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Aug 2, 2007 15:25:12 GMT -5
Post by Becky on Aug 2, 2007 15:25:12 GMT -5
I know here in OK they have what they call "Star's of the Future" and the child has to be 4 then once they turn 8 they move up.
Becky
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Aug 2, 2007 15:49:22 GMT -5
Post by Haleysmom on Aug 2, 2007 15:49:22 GMT -5
here is current age info from www.specialolympics.orgAge Requirements There is no maximum age limitation for participation in Special Olympics. The minimum age requirement for participation in Special Olympics competition is 8 years of age. For children with intellectual disabilities ages 2 through 7, Young Athletes strengthens physical development and self-esteem by building skills for future sports participation and socialization. < Learn more about the Special Olympics Young Athletes™ program by visiting the Special Olympics Families section of this Web site. >
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Post by shellk on Aug 3, 2007 5:16:01 GMT -5
Thanks for the links and the information. I didn't realize they could be so young. Really I was thinking like teen years or something !
Michele
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Aug 3, 2007 18:52:26 GMT -5
Post by Debbie on Aug 3, 2007 18:52:26 GMT -5
I volunteered at the Special Olympics office here where I live and I found out at a Coach's conference that the age was eight to compete. We have a great Special Olympic's here. Alot of people volunteer and help out.
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Aug 3, 2007 19:02:42 GMT -5
Post by shellk on Aug 3, 2007 19:02:42 GMT -5
I am really looking forward to getting involved. I'll keep posted on how it all goes. !! She definetely is a runner..lol..and surprisingly good with a basketball..
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