We offer year-round sports, training and competition to empower Kiwis with intellectual disabilities through inclusion & fun.

Our Athlete Leadership programme empowers Special Olympics athletes to build confidence, gain practical life skills, and take on meaningful leadership roles within their local communities.

Healthy Athletes® helps Special Olympics athletes improve their health and wellbeing through free health checks, education, and support. The programme empowers athletes to lead healthier lives and access the care they need to thrive.

The heart of Special Olympics is sport. The competition, races, matches, tournaments and games for people with intellectual disabilities.

Our sporting partners support our mission to enhance the lives of New Zealanders with intellectual disabilities. You can partner with us also, see below for the different ways you can help.

Our In-School programmes help students build movement skills through inclusive, peer-led sessions at school.

Empowering tamariki with intellectual disabilities and/or autism (aged 2-12), to learn, connect, and thrive through play.

Spending time in play gives families a chance to connect, move, and have fun together. Just 20 minutes of guided play a few times a week fosters connection, confidence, and joyful memories for the whole whānau.

Our In-School Programme helps students build movement skills through inclusive, peer-led sessions at school.