Become an Athlete in one of our Sports
Area 27 Special Olympics offers a variety of intellectual disabilities sports programming options for individuals ages 8 and up who live in Fauquier County. Athletes come from many different backgrounds and ability levels, and are welcomed by coaches and volunteers who meet them where they are to build skills and community.
To participate, please complete these easy steps:
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Choose a sport from the list below. When the sport is in season, fill out the enrollment form listed with the sport.
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Register your athlete with Special Olympics Virginia/SO-VA (info at the bottom of this page).
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Send a copy of above SO-VA registration to us at Area 27.
Sports offered in Fauquier for individuals with intellectual disabilities:
Fall and Winter/ Sunday afternoons
Held at Fauquier High School, the Area 27 Special Olympics basketball program develops teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship, through skill-building drills and competitive game play. Athletes learn passing, shooting, dribbling, and defensive strategies while building confidence on and off the court. Now enrolling! Enroll here.
Bocce
Fall/ Sunday mornings
Utilizing the Liberty High bocce courts, bocce is a fun and accessible target sport that emphasizes precision, focus, and strategy. Athletes of all ability levels can participate while improving hand-eye coordination and enjoying social competition. Now enrolling! Enroll here.
Bowling
Winter and Spring/ Monday evenings
An athlete favorite, bowling helps individuals enhance balance, concentration, and motor skills in an inclusive and supportive environment. Participants practice at Galaxy Strikes bowling alley in Warrenton and have opportunities to compete individually as well as part of a team. Due to space limitations with lanes, bowling is currently full. Contact Coach Molly to join waitlist.
Pickleball
Fall and Spring/ Saturday mornings
Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis into an easy-to-learn, fun-for-all sport. Athletes practice at the Vint Hill Community Center and work on improving agility, hand-eye coordination, and strategic thinking while competing in singles or doubles matches. Now enrolling! Enroll here.
Swimming
Spring and Summer/ Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings
Swimming offers individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to develop endurance, strength, and water safety skills. Fauquier Special Olympics offers a variety of levels from skilled to expert, offering participants a chance to build confidence while improving their overall fitness and technique. Contact Coach George to learn more.
Track and Field
Spring and Summer/ Sunday mornings
Athletes who participate in track and field have the opportunity to practice and compete in a variety of events, including running, jumping, and throwing. Participants build physical fitness, determination, and friendships through this program which is held at Liberty High School. Contact Coach Lauren to learn more.
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Volleyball
Fall/ Sunday afternoons
Held at Fauquier High School, volleyball promotes teamwork, communication, and physical fitness through serving, passing, setting, and game play. Athletes build coordination and camaraderie while enjoying a fast-paced team sport. Now enrolling! Enroll here.
Before participating, you must be registered with Special Olympics Virigina:
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Confirm athlete eligibility (age and developmental disability requirements)
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Complete Special Olympics Virginia's online registration form
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Don't forget to email a copy of your completed SO-VA registration form to Fauquier/Area 27's athlete coordinator, Nina Green.