NEW SPORT CLUB PROMOTION AND MEMBER RECRUITMENT

Sport Club Promotion    The new sport club may be promoted among athletes and volunteers already involved in local Special Olympics programs  Community Social Media (Facebook, X, Instagram) may be useful to get the word out to local athletes, families and volunteers  The club may be highlighted in local media sources (television, radio, internet, newspapers)  Local schools should be made …

HOW TO START A NEW SPORT CLUB 

Sport Club Coaches and Managers need to determine the cost of venue and equipment, complete all necessary documentation to rent the facility, and assess the need for insurance. The club needs to be registered, as do the associated athletes, coaches, and volunteers.    Most clubs will meet/practice regularly once a week throughout the sport season, so an appropriate day/time for …

SPORT CLUB ASSET INVENTORY FORM 

SPORT CLUB ASSET INVENTORY FORM  Club Name: ____________________   Head Coach/Manager: _______________________  Address: _______________________  Telephone Number:___________________________  Head Coach Email : _____________________ Team Manager Email:___________________  Storage Location:  __________________________________________________________________ Asset  Quantity  Date Purchased  Serial Number  Approx. Value                                                      …

District Team Manager (DTM) Position Description

District Team Manager (DTM) Position Description Purpose:   To ensure District Team members have a successful and fulfilling experience at the Provincial Games.   Minimum Qualifications/Skills Required:   District Team Manager must possess the following attributes:   outstanding leadership abilities and ability to work as a team member past experience in a Games environment would be considered an asset excellent …

Head Coach

Head Coach   Purpose   To develop and implement sports skills training and competitive opportunities for athletes with an intellectual disability.   Qualifications   Knowledge of specific sport discipline Organized, independent, and self-motivated Strong Leadership skills Required to have completed the National Coaching Certification Program Special Olympics Canada Community or Competition Coach technical course within one year of becoming a …

Assistant Coach Position Description

Assistant Coach   Purpose   To provide sports skill training and competition preparation to athletes with an intellectual disability.   Qualifications   Desire to work with people who have intellectual disabilities Knowledge of sports and some experience working with Special Olympics athletes would be an asset. Required to have completed the National Coaching Certification Program Special Olympics Canada Community or …

ALPs ALC Peer Mentors

Opportunities for Athletes test This section explores leadership and mentorship opportunities for Special Olympics athletes, in and through sport. Athlete Empowerment Special Olympics Ontario is committed to ensuring that athletes participate in all key areas of the organization through athlete empowerment initiatives. This commitment hopes to ensure that athletes are given the opportunity to participate in the Special Olympics movement …