Local residents will have the chance to get involved with Special Olympics when a ‘Come N Try’ day is held in Ayr on Saturday, 30 August, from 10am to midday.
The event is open to anyone in the Burdekin who would like to participate or learn more about the organisation, which has been transforming lives since 1968.
Special Olympics is a global movement dedicated to athletes with intellectual disabilities, supported by hundreds of thousands of volunteers and coaches around the world.
It provides year-round sports training and competition in Olympic-style events for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, including a 'World Games' every four years.
Special Olympics Queensland is part of the nationwide Special Olympics Australia community, which delivers sport, joy, and inclusion to people with intellectual disabilities and autism.
The Queensland arm currently offers 15 sports—including athletics, basketball, bocce, cricket, equestrian, football, futsal, golf, gymnastics, sailing, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, and tenpin bowling. The sports available in each region vary depending on coaching and volunteer resources. These activities foster physical fitness, courage, joy, and the sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship.
While the number of people involved has grown steadily over the decades, there is still a huge need to reach more athletes. That work begins at the local level, right here in the community, where volunteers and athletes first connect.
The ‘Come N Try’ day will offer a friendly, hands-on introduction for anyone curious about becoming involved—whether as an athlete, coach, or volunteer.
The session will be held in Ayr, and everyone is encouraged to attend—whether to take part, cheer on, or find out how they can help.
WHAT: Special Olympics Come N Try Day
WHERE: Ayr
WHEN: Saturday, 30 August, from 10am to midday
Local residents will have the chance to get involved with Special Olympics when a ‘Come N Try’ day is held in Ayr on Saturday, 30 August, from 10am to midday.
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