Coaches play a key role in providing fun and engaging sessions that ensure all participants learn in a supportive and safe environment.
We have developed resources that support all coaches, both new and experienced, to deliver flexible and adaptable programs to suit the needs of all students.
Get involved and help young Australians become passionate about being active and healthy for life.
How to register
- Read the Program Parameters to understand the requirements of schools and coaches
- Complete the coaching course/accreditation required to become endorsed as a Special Olympics Australia Inclusive Sport in Schools coach
- Obtain and maintain a current Working with Children Check relevant for the state or jurisdiction you are working in
- Complete the Coach Registration Form (and where required the Delivery Partner Registration Form) and return it to schools@specialolympics.com.au
Once you have registered
The Schools team will be in touch to acknowledge your registration and discuss the opportunities for you to become involved.
This will include which programs, regions, and how often you would like to deliver, as well as your previous experience and coach payment rates.
We are here to support
Supporting coaches is important to us.
We can be contacted at schools@specialolympics.com.au or 0433 799 091 to answer any questions.
Don’t forget to visit the resources section to learn more about the tools and delivery resources we have created to help coaches prepare for and deliver quality programs.