Posted on 13/4/2014
Integration of the disabled in sports clubs
Fondation Dora will help Special Olympics Switzerland develop its ‘Special Training’ programme in French-speaking Switzerland.
Special Olympics Switzerland is a foundation helping young people with mental disabilities to develop themselves through sport’s activities. These young people have the opportunity to improve their self-esteem and confidence and also their fitness. The sporting events allow them to share special moments with other athletes, their family and their social environment.
Special Training is a sports programme offered by a regular sports club and approved by the Special Olympics foundation. The training, which takes place on a regular basis, is organised for children and young people with mental disabilities and is supervised by a Sport Coach.
Special Trainings is organised and planned in close cooperation with regional institutions, specialist schools and parenting associations. Special Training is open to all children and teenagers with mental disabilities.