Through the power and joy of sport, Special Olympics BC empowers athletes with intellectual disabilities to enrich their lives and create inclusive communities throughout British Columbia.
How to get started
- Please click here to find your community and learn what sports are happening
- Please click here to read about the strong safety standards in Special Olympics BC programs
- Athletes, please click here for athlete eligibility information
Ready to change lives, including your own?
Register today to join our team!
Please click here for tips to use the fillable PDF registration forms below
Athlete registration
| 1. Registration and Medical Form -Click the below image to open the form -Save the form to your computer -Fill it out and save it |
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2. Participant Waiver and Media Opt In or Out Form |
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3. Submit your two completed documents to your local community or to your Region's Community Development Coordinator |
| 4. Read these important documents: (a) SOBC Communicable Disease Prevention Plan (b) SOBC Privacy Policy (c) SOBC Code of Conduct |
Coach and volunteer registration
| 1. Registration and Medical Form -Click the below image to open the form -Save the form to your computer -Fill it out and save it |
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2. Participant Waiver and Media Opt In or Out Form |
| 3. Submit your two documents to your local community or to your Region's Community Development Coordinator |
| 4. Read these important documents: (a) SOBC Communicable Disease Prevention Plan (b) SOBC Privacy Policy (c) SOBC Code of Conduct |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to fill out these forms this year, even if my Local isn't offering all the programs it usually does?
Yes, all new and returning Special Olympics BC athletes and volunteers must register annually in order to participate in SOBC programs.
What should I sign up for?
Please sign up for all the sports that interest you. However, please know that filling out these forms does not automatically mean you’ll participate in everything you signed up for. Some sports might not be offered currently in your community, because of reasons such as numbers of volunteers and/or access to facilities. Once your community received your registration, your Local will give you more information.
What forms are to be required for athletes and coaches to register for the 2022-23 season?
New and returning athletes and coaches must complete a Registration and Medical Form and the Participation Waiver and Promotional Media Form. Both of these forms must be completed annually.
What do I do with my forms once I've completed them?
Please submit your documents to your local community or to SOBC staff.
Do I have to register in order to be able to participate in virtual programs?
Yes, please, so we can stay in touch with you about upcoming opportunities!
Where can I find more information about SOBC's safety protocols?
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your community program volunteers and/or the SOBC staff.