Miles of
Description

Bocce has become one of our most favorite sports since we have a large team and great Unified Partners!

Bocce is an Italian game. The basic principle of the sport is to roll a bocce ball closest to the target ball, which is called a pallina. Bocce as a Special Olympics sport provides people with special needs the opportunity to have social contact, develop physically and to gain self-confidence. Next to Soccer and Golf, Bocce is the third most participated sport in the world.

Address
Saranac Lake Civic Center 213 Ampersand Ave. Saranac Lake
12983
Season
Fall
Days/Times
Tuesdays at 4pm
Suitable for Ages
14 and up
Contact:
Donna Walsh walshclan01@hotmail.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Basketball is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities. Our youngest athletes and beginners will learn the basic skills and fundamentals of the game before putting their skills to the test on the main court. Experienced players have opportunities to play challenging ball against other training clubs in their local community, across the state and on the national and world stages. Athletes participating in this sport may also have opportunities to medal in skills and/or Unified competitions.

Address
Tentative: North Country Community College
12983
Season
Summer, March-June
Days/Times
Tentative: Monday's 4-5pm
Suitable for Ages
16+
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

We enjoy being outdoors even though we live in one of the coldest spots in the USA!

Snowshoeing is a signature Special Olympics sport for athletes of all ages and abilities, and one of our most popular winter offerings. Athletes are trained for competition at a variety of distances, racing to cross the finish line in the fastest time. Snowshoers are so committed to their sports that when there is no snow on the ground, athletes compete in the sand on beaches all across New York!

Address
Dewey Mountain Recreation Center 238 George Lapan Hwy, Saranac Lake
12983
Season
Winter
Days/Times
Wednesday 3:30pm
Suitable for Ages
14 and up
Contact:
518-388-Donna Walsh walshclan01@hotmail.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Softball is a signature Special Olympics team sport for athletes of all ages and abilities. Games are played between two teams of up to 14 players, with the object of scoring more runs than the opposing team. Athletes participating in this sport may also have opportunities to medal in skills competitions. Batters up; let’s play ball!

Address
Sunmount Baseball Fields
12983
Season
Fall, July - October
Days/Times
Thursdays 3:30-5
Suitable for Ages
16+
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Track & Field is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities both in school and in local communities. Athletes are trained to compete in all of the typical track & field event such as sprint and relay races, shotput, javelin, long jump and more!

Address
North Community College
12983
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
N/A
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

The team is Traditional and also Unified. The group meets November-June.

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
Romano's Saranac Lanes 11 Bloomingdale Ave. Saranac Lake
12983
Season
November-June
Days/Times
Tuesdays at 4:15-6pm
Suitable for Ages
14 and up
Contact:
Donna Walsh walshclan01@hotmail.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Esports are a form of sport competition using video games. Due to their competitive implications, remote accessibility, and opportunities for players to improve, esports are an excellent fit for Special Olympics NY athletes.

Address
Virtual
Season
Summer
Days/Times
esports schedule
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
518-388-0790
Description

Basketball is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities. Our youngest athletes and beginners will learn the basic skills and fundamentals of the game before putting their skills to the test on the main court. Experienced players have opportunities to play challenging ball against other training clubs in their local community, across the state and on the national and world stages. Athletes participating in this sport may also have opportunities to medal in skills and/or Unified competitions.

Address
Keeseville Elementary School
12944
Season
Summer, March-June
Days/Times
N/A
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
47 Bloomingdale Ave, Akron, NY
14001
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
After School
Suitable for Ages
21 and Under
Contact:
716-580-3346
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

Track & Field is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities both in school and in local communities. Athletes are trained to compete in all of the typical track & field event such as sprint and relay races, shotput, javelin, long jump and more!

Address
HVCC/Lasalle Institute
Season
Summer, March - June
Suitable for Ages
12+
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
Albany High School
12203
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
School Days
Suitable for Ages
15yrs-22yrs
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
13190 Park St, Alden, NY
14004
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
After School
Suitable for Ages
21 and Under
Contact:
716-580-3346
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Address
AlleCatts - Bocce
Season
Fall, July – October
Contact:
716-580-3346
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

The Green Machine is a dedicated group of young adults who enjoy improving their skills in walking, running, jumping, and throwing. Come join our team!!!

The sport of athletics encourages athletes of all abilities and ages to compete at their optimum level. Through the track-and-field-based athletics training program, participants can develop total fitness to compete in any sport. As with all Special Olympics sports, athletics offers athletes the opportunity to learn through skill development and competitive settings and to be involved in large social settings.

Address
Kerr-Pegula Athletic Center Houghton
14744
Season
Summer
Days/Times
3:30-4:30 Monday beginning the 2nd Monday in March and training through mid-May for games in Tonowanda
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
Sara Massey - smmassee2@gmail.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Basketball is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities. Our youngest athletes and beginners will learn the basic skills and fundamentals of the game before putting their skills to the test on the main court. Experienced players have opportunities to play challenging ball against other training clubs in their local community, across the state and on the national and world stages. Athletes participating in this sport may also have opportunities to medal in skills and/or Unified competitions.

Address
50 Farnum, Wellsville, NY 14895
14895
Season
Summer, March-June
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
585-808-4379
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Track & Field is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities both in school and in local communities. Athletes are trained to compete in all of the typical track & field event such as sprint and relay races, shotput, javelin, long jump and more!

Address
50 Farnum, Wellsville, NY 14895
14744
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
Monday 3:30-4:30
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
585-808-4379
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Bocce is an Italian game. The basic principle of the sport is to roll a bocce ball closest to the target ball, which is called a pallina. Bocce as a Special Olympics sport provides people with special needs the opportunity to have social contact, develop physically and to gain self-confidence. Next to Soccer and Golf, Bocce is the third most participated sport in the world.

Address
Olean
14760
Days/Times
Wednesday 6-7
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
alwilliams04@twc.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Swimming is one of the most popular sports in world. Unlike other sports, swimming is a life skill that is taught, first, to ensure safety and, secondly, for sports and competition purposes. Aquatics covers a great variety of swimming skills, from short sprints to longer events and relays.

Address
Olean
14760
Days/Times
Wednesday 6-7
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
alwilliams04@twc.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

The sport of athletics encourages athletes of all abilities and ages to compete at their optimum level. Through the track-and-field-based athletics training program, participants can develop total fitness to compete in any sport. As with all Special Olympics sports, athletics offers athletes the opportunity to learn through skill development and competitive settings and to be involved in large social settings.

Address
Olean
14760
Suitable for Ages
8+
Contact:
alwilliams04@twc.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Basketball is one of the most popular Special Olympics sports, attracting athletes of all ages and abilities. Our youngest athletes and beginners will learn the basic skills and fundamentals of the game before putting their skills to the test on the main court. Experienced players have opportunities to play challenging ball against other training clubs in their local community, across the state and on the national and world stages. Athletes participating in this sport may also have opportunities to medal in skills and/or Unified competitions.

Address
Allendale Columbia
14618
Season
Summer, March-June
Days/Times
After school
Suitable for Ages
School-Age
Contact:
585-586-7400
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
Sayville Lanes 5660 Sunrise Hwy, Sayville
11782
Season
Summer, March - June
Days/Times
Saturdays 9:30-10:30
Suitable for Ages
18+
Contact:
631-254-1467
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open
Description

Bowling is a competitive individual and team sport where athletes try to knock down as many pins as possible. Bowling is considered to be among the most popular sports within Special Olympics because it is picked up relatively quickly by people of all ages and abilities, and it is one the primary Unified Sports offered in schools.

Address
Town and Country Lanes, Altamont
12009
Season
Summer: March - June, Fall: July - October
Days/Times
N/A
Contact:
518-388-0790
Open/Closed for new registrants
Closed
Description

Bocce is a competitive team sport suitable for all ages and abilities. Originating in Italy, the goal of the game is to roll your team’s balls closest to the target ball, which is called the pallina. Bocce is a great sport for athletes who are new to Special Olympics to try, as it can be picked up quickly and offers a fun social atmosphere. Next to soccer and golf, bocce is the third most played sport in the world!

Address
Mill Dam Park, (Huntington Village)
11743
Season
Fall, July – October
Days/Times
Sundays 10am-12pm
Suitable for Ages
18+
Contact:
631-254-1467
Description

Strength. Persistence. Determination. These are the qualities of a Special Olympics New York powerlifter. Training is offered for athletes in any weight class, with competition in squat, dead lift and bench press. Powerlifting is a summer sport, however, most powerlifting clubs train year-round, keeping athletes at the top of their game while also fostering some of the closest relationships between teammates within Special Olympics.

Address
Golds Gym 100 Landing Ave, Smithtown, NY
11787
Season
Summer
Days/Times
Sundays
Suitable for Ages
ages 14 and up
Contact:
Edna Fletcher 631-682-8862 / edfletch52@gmail.com
Open/Closed for new registrants
Open