Special olympics virginia
Area 31
NORTH OF THE JAMES
Area 31/North of the James is a local chapter of Special Olympics Virginia that offers sports training and a lifetime of community inclusion.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round training and athletic competition in a variety of sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them opportunities to develop physical fitness, experience joy, demonstrate courage, and share friendship with other Special Olympics athletes and their families.
Read more about the origin of Special Olympics here.
THE JOY OF SPORTS
Through participating in sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new skills, abilities, and strength. Additionally, our athletes inspire people in their communities to open their hearts to an expanded definition of human talent and potential. By playing and learning together, we create a more inclusive world.
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OUR PROGRAM
We provide training in a variety of sports. In the Fall we offer: golf, bowling, pickleball, bocce, soccer, and volleyball. In the Winter we offer: Basketball and Dance. In the Spring we offer: softball, bowling, tennis, track/field, swimming and powerlifting.
ABOUT US
Encompassing Henrico, Hanover, and Charles City, Area 31/North of the James has over 200 athletes, coaches, partners, volunteers, and council members participating in various sports throughout the year.
On the playing field and in life, Area 31/North of the James focuses on good sportsmanship, teamwork and friendship!
GET INVOLVED
We are building an incredible community that is bound by our love of sports, competition, laughter, and most importantly, one another. Whether you contribute financially or as a volunteer, you make a real difference.
ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT
PEOPLE ARE OUR STRENGTH
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