Special Olympics/Adapted Sports

Special Olympics/Adapted Sports

The YMCA Special Olympics/Adapted Sports programs encourage athletes with intellectual/developmental and/or physical disabilities to practice their skills, build their endurance, improve their fitness and learn the rules and regulations of a variety of sports to prepare for possible competition opportunities.

Bowling Club

YMCA at Pabst Farms
4/18/23 - 5/16/23
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Join us for monthly bowling fun!  Spend some time with friends and enjoy a few games of bowling.  Bowling will be held at Watertown Bowl 18 – 102 Cady St. Watertown.

5:30-7:00 PM

An additional fee of $4 will be paid to the bowling alley each time for 2 games of bowling.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
1/16/23 5/20/23 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00$ 15.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/18/23
April Bowling Club - Tu - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
14 / 24 Available Register  
Closes
04/15/2023
05/16/23
May Bowling Club - Tu - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
14 / 24 Available Register  
Closes
05/13/2023

Special Olympics Basketball

YMCA at Pabst Farms
12/6/22 - 4/10/23
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Dribble, pass, shoot! Learn basketball skills, strategy and rules and prepare for team competition.  Competition is optional.  Practice and game schedule will be handed out the first week of practice.  We are unable to provide 1:1 assistance during this program.  If your participant requires direct assistance/supervision please plan on having someone attend practice with them.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
12/06/22 - 04/10/23
Tu - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
2 / 45 Available Registration
Closed

Special Olympics Cornhole

YMCA at Pabst Farms
3/13/23 - 6/5/23
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Special Olympics Cornhole:   Throw, toss, score!  Learn one of the new official Special Olympics sports Cornhole!  Play as a team of two and work to toss your bean bags through the hole on the board!  Competition is optional through Special Olympics Wisconsin.    Practice and game schedules will be handed out the first week of practice. The YMCA is unable to provide 1:1 assistance for athletes for Special Olympics sports.  If your athlete requires one on one supervision or assistance please plan on having someone attend all practices and competitions with them.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/13/23 - 06/05/23
Mo - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Waiting List  

Special Olympics Milwaukee Bucks Anthem Buddies

YMCA at Pabst Farms
3/22/23 - 3/22/23
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Join us for a night at Fiserv Forum as the Milwaukee Bucks celebrate their partnership with Special Olympics.  Program will include: transportation, ticket to the Bucks vs. San Antonio Spurs game, and the opportunity to be on the court with NBA players for the National Anthem as the night’s Anthem Buddies.  You must currently be a registered Special Olympics basketball athlete to attend this event.

** Program is not eligible for the use of State or County Funding.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
2/21/23 3/12/23 Online / Front Desk $ 65.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/22/23
Milwaukee Bucks Anthem Buddies - We - 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Registration
Closed

Special Olympics Swim Team

YMCA at Pabst Farms
1/4/23 - 4/16/23
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Freestyle, backstroke, butterfly!  Let us help you to learn or fine-tune specific techniques and strokes for future competitions.  Swimmers must be able to swim 1 length (25M) unassisted in the competitive pool.  There are two practice times 6:30-7:15 and 7:15-8:00.  Please register for the same group you were in in the last session, if you did not participate previously please contact Jodi Dabrowski to find out which practice time is best for you.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
01/04/23 - 04/16/23
WNTR: SO Swim Team 1 - We - 6:30 pm - 7:10 pm
- Registration
Closed
01/04/23 - 04/16/23
WNTR: SO Swim Team 2 - We - 7:15 pm - 7:55 pm
- Registration
Closed

Special Olympics Track and Field

YMCA at Pabst Farms
3/13/23 - 6/5/23
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Special Olympics Track and Field:   Run, throw, jump.  There is something for everyone to enjoy!  Athletes will fine-tune their individual skills.  There may be an option for competition through Special Olympics Wisconsin.  We are unable to provide 1:1 assistance during this program.  If your participant requires direct assistance/supervision please plan on having someone attend practice with them.  Practices will be held outside so please dress accordingly.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
Member and Community Participant Registration 12/7/22 3/27/23 Online / Front Desk $ 45.00$ 60.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/13/23 - 06/05/23
Mo - 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
- Waiting List  

Summer: Miracle League Baseball

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/13/23 - 8/1/23
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Run, catch, throw.  Miracle League gives kids ages 4+ the chance to get off the bench and on to the field to enjoy the game of baseball.  Athletes will learn the fundamental skills needed and have the opportunity to practice as well as take part in competitive game play.  Athletes with intellectual and/or physical disabilities are invited to join us to play on a custom designed field featuring a cushioned, rubberized, flat surface helping to erase barriers to recreation.

 


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/13/23 - 08/01/23
Miracle League Ages 4-7 - Tu - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
8 / 8 Available Register  
06/13/23 - 08/01/23
Miracle League Ages 8-14 - Tu - 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
5 / 8 Available Register  
06/13/23 - 08/01/23
Miracle League Ages 15-20 - Tu - 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
11 / 12 Available Register  
06/13/23 - 08/01/23
Miracle League Ages 21+ - Tu - 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
5 / 12 Available Register  

Summer: Special Olympics Bocce Ball

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/12/23 - 9/10/23
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Aim, toss, score.  Bocce is a team sport of skill and strategy.  This is a fun backyard game that everyone can enjoy.  Come join us to learn the rules and test your skills at getting your ball closest to the pallina.  There is an option for Special Olympics Wisconsin competitions.

We are unable to provide 1:1 assistance during this program.  If your participant requires direct assistance/supervision please plan on having someone attend practice with them.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/12/23 - 09/10/23
Special Olympics Bocce - Mo - 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
10 / 20 Available Register  

Summer: Special Olympics Softball

YMCA at Pabst Farms
6/12/23 - 9/10/23
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Hit, Run, and slide into base! We will develop your softball skills through fun drills and games.  Players should have some knowledge of the game of softball.  All players need their own glove.  If possible players should provide their own boat and helmet.

Special Olympics softball competition is an option for all players.  You will need to determine your commitment to playing competitively at the beginning of the season.  All players are welcome to practice even if they choose not to compete.


Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/12/23 - 09/10/23
Special Olympics Softball - Mo - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Waiting List