Special Olympics Texas

Special Olympics Texas offers Young Athletes for ages two to seven, Developmental Sports for children with and without intellectual disabilities, and FUNdamental Sports for ages two and older. It also offers Healthy Athletes, Unified Champion Schools, Unified Sports®, and Athlete Leadership Programs (ALPs).

Programs

• Young Athletes — ages two to seven · Focuses on developing fundamental motor tracking and eye-hand coordination through physical play; introduces the child to the world of sports and begins to prepare them for competition.
• Developmental Sports — children with and without intellectual disabilities; can start as early as age 6, or remain with their friends until they turn eight years of age · An age-appropriate introduction to sports.
• FUNdamental Sports — ages two and older · Individualized programs for athletes working on foundational motor skills to prepare for possible competitions in official Special Olympics events.
• Healthy Athletes — Provides free health screenings in a fun, welcoming environment.
• Unified Champion Schools — Promotes acceptance and inclusion between students with and without intellectual disabilities in schools.
• Unified Sports® — Teams allow athletes to participate in sports activities with peers without disabilities.
• Athlete Leadership Programs (ALPs) — Allows athletes to explore participation in roles previously considered non-traditional.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• General schedule: Special Olympics Texas provides year-round sports training and competition, but also health and inclusion programs.

About the provider

Special Olympics Texas provides year-round sports training and competition, along with health and inclusion programs. Unified Champion Schools promotes acceptance and inclusion between students with and without intellectual disabilities in schools, and Unified Sports® lets athletes take part in sports activities with peers without disabilities.

Last updated September 8, 2026.