STEP UP TO COACH AND CHANGE THE GAME
Being a Special Olympics coach is about more than sports. Coaches help athletes with intellectual disabilities build confidence, make friends, develop leadership skills, and discover what’s possible when someone believes in them. Every coach helps create opportunities that extend far beyond practice and competition.
You provide the heart. We provide the training.
Many of our coaches start with little or no experience. If you’re passionate about inclusion and helping others succeed, we’ll provide the training and support you need. Whether you’re an experienced coach or simply ready to make a difference, there’s a place for you on our team.
Being a Special Olympics coach is about more than sports. Coaches help athletes with intellectual disabilities build confidence, make friends, develop leadership skills, and discover what’s possible when someone believes in them. Every coach helps create opportunities that extend far beyond practice and competition.
You provide the heart. We provide the training.
Many of our coaches start with little or no experience. If you’re passionate about inclusion and helping others succeed, we’ll provide the training and support you need. Whether you’re an experienced coach or simply ready to make a difference, there’s a place for you on our team.
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Complete our two-minute coaching interest form, and we’ll be in touch.
— Coach Lucas Huber
BECOME A COACH AND CHANGE LIVES
As a Special Olympics coach, you'll:
- Help athletes develop sports skills and confidence
- Foster teamwork, leadership, and personal growth
- Build meaningful relationships within your community
- Create inclusive spaces where every athlete can thrive
- Experience the joy of helping athletes reach new goals
— Coach Johnny Noyes
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READY TO BECOME A COACH?
Thousands of athletes across Southern California are discovering their strength, confidence, and potential through Special Olympics.
Join their team and make a difference.
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STEP 3
Create your account and complete the required training and background check.
STEP 4
Once your training is complete and your background check cleared, you’ll be ready to join a team and start coaching SOSC athletes!