Special Olympics Georgia

Special Olympics Georgia Special Olympics is the first – and still the only – organization to offer training and competition
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Special Olympics is the first – and still the only – organization to offer training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities.

Our team had a great time at Valdosta State University’s Volunteer Fair! ❤️We enjoyed connecting with students and shari...
09/16/2026

Our team had a great time at Valdosta State University’s Volunteer Fair! ❤️

We enjoyed connecting with students and sharing ways to support our athletes at the 2026 State Fall Games in Valdosta.

If you missed us, you can still sign up to volunteer: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FGBocce

Ready to make a splash for your wellness? 🌊 Swimming is a fantastic way to stay active while building strength, enduranc...
09/16/2026

Ready to make a splash for your wellness? 🌊 Swimming is a fantastic way to stay active while building strength, endurance, and confidence!
🏊 Get Moving: Swimming works your whole body and helps build strength and endurance.
🧠 Find Your Focus: Staying focused on your breathing and movements can help improve concentration and reduce stress.
💪 Build Confidence: Every lap, stroke, and new skill is something to celebrate!
🤝 Make a Splash Together: Encourage your teammates and cheer each other on!
🌊 This Week's Challenge!
Get active for 15 minutes!
You can:
🏊 Swim or practice your strokes
🚶 Take a walk around the pool
💪 Practice 10 arm circles + 10 squats
🧘 Finish with 5 deep breaths
BONUS CHALLENGE: Give a teammate a compliment or cheer them on during their next swim! 👏
This Wellness Wednesday, make a splash, get moving, and celebrate what you can do! 🌟

Ready to ride into wellness? 🌟 Cycling is a great way to stay active, build endurance, and have fun!🚴 Get Moving: Cyclin...
09/09/2026

Ready to ride into wellness? 🌟 Cycling is a great way to stay active, build endurance, and have fun!
🚴 Get Moving: Cycling helps strengthen your legs, improve endurance, and keep your heart healthy.
🧠 Clear Your Mind: Getting outside for a ride can help reduce stress and improve your mood.
💪 Build Confidence: Every ride is a chance to practice, improve, and celebrate what your body can do!
🤝 Ride Together: Cycling with teammates, friends, or family makes being active even more fun!
🚴 This Week's Challenge!
Complete a 15-minute ride OR take a 15-minute walk.
Then:
⭐ Give someone an encouraging high-five or compliment
💧 Drink a glass of water after your activity
😊 Share one thing you enjoyed about being active!
Bonus: If you're cycling, practice stopping and starting safely 5 times! 🚦
This Wellness Wednesday, get outside, get moving, and enjoy the ride! 💙

🌟 Athlete Spotlight: Meet Michelle!Michelle brings energy, dedication, and joy to everything she does. Whether she is ex...
09/02/2026

🌟 Athlete Spotlight: Meet Michelle!

Michelle brings energy, dedication, and joy to everything she does. Whether she is expressing her creativity through DanceSport, showing off her skills on the bowling lanes, or giving it her all on the softball field, she approaches every sport with enthusiasm and determination.

Outside of competition, Michelle loves cheering for her favorite teams and spending time with her friends at The Rutledge Center in Newnan. Her positive spirit makes her an inspiration to her teammates and everyone who cheers her on! ❤️

🛶 Athletes made a splash at the Lake Tobesofkee Invitational, hosted by Henry County!Athletes from Henry County, Cheroke...
09/02/2026

🛶 Athletes made a splash at the Lake Tobesofkee Invitational, hosted by Henry County!

Athletes from Henry County, Cherokee County, Cobb County, Carrollton and the Augusta Stars competed in Unified kayaking singles and doubles while demonstrating teamwork, determination and sportsmanship.

Thank you to all the athletes, coaches and volunteers who made this event such a success! ❤️

⛳ Wellness Wednesday: Golf Edition!Ready to tee up some wellness? 🌟This week, we’re challenging you to complete 3 golf-i...
09/02/2026

⛳ Wellness Wednesday: Golf Edition!
Ready to tee up some wellness? 🌟
This week, we’re challenging you to complete 3 golf-inspired wellness activities!
🏌️ Move: Take a 10–15 minute walk or practice your golf swing.
🧠 Focus: Spend 5 minutes practicing mindfulness, deep breathing, or visualization.
🤝 Connect: Encourage a teammate, friend, or family member with a positive message!
BONUS CHALLENGE: Practice your swing 10 times and celebrate each one—no matter where the ball goes! ⛳
Share your challenge with us and show us how you’re choosing to Move, Focus & Connect this Wellness Wednesday!

A huge thank-you to the incredible sponsors of the 2026 Special Olympics Georgia State Fall Games! ❤️Your support helps ...
08/28/2026

A huge thank-you to the incredible sponsors of the 2026 Special Olympics Georgia State Fall Games! ❤️

Your support helps create unforgettable opportunities for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities to compete, grow, and shine. We are grateful to have you on our team as we prepare for an amazing weekend in Valdosta!

08/27/2026

📻 We’re on the air!

Special Olympics Georgia recently shared a message with listeners of Sports Radio 680 The Fan. Press play to hear how you can join us in creating opportunities, inclusion, and unforgettable moments for athletes across Georgia! ❤️

🏓 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! 🏓Special Olympics Georgia is excited to announce the Pickleball Classic!Join players from acro...
08/27/2026

🏓 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! 🏓

Special Olympics Georgia is excited to announce the Pickleball Classic!

Join players from across the community for an evening of competition, connection, and fun on the court. Player registration is officially open, and we are currently seeking sponsors to help make this exciting new event a success.

📅 Thursday, May 6, 2027
📍 ITP Training Academy
3110 Presidential Drive, Atlanta, GA 30340

All funds raised will support Special Olympics Georgia and our 24,218 athletes across the state.

Ready to play or partner with us? Register or explore sponsorship opportunities today:

🔗 https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/3vvgxs0lsk

🥎 Wellness Wednesday: Softball Edition!Softball helps build strength, coordination, endurance and confidence while encou...
08/26/2026

🥎 Wellness Wednesday: Softball Edition!

Softball helps build strength, coordination, endurance and confidence while encouraging teamwork and friendship. Remember to stay hydrated, fuel your body and have fun! 💪💧❤️

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