Registration
Join our joyful community!
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
- Find your community and learn what sports are happening
- Read about the strong safety standards in Special Olympics BC programs
- Athletes, find athlete eligibility information here
Ready to change lives, including your own? Register today to join our team!
Athlete registration
Download 2024-25 Athlete Registration Form
- Download the 2024-25 Athlete Registration Form and save it to your computer.
- Fill out all four pages, including the Terms and Conditions for Participation. Save on your computer or device.
- Send your completed document to your local community.
Need help?
Coach and volunteer registration
- Download the 2024-25 Volunteer Registration Form and save it to your computer OR Register online using the link below
- Please connect with your local community to submit your registration form OR let them know you have completed an online registration so they are able to find your profile and be in touch with you about your involvement!
If you'd like to volunteer with the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games in Prince George July 10 to 12, please click here!
Need help?
- Online registration instructions for new coaches and volunteers
- Online registration instructions for returning and existing coaches and volunteers
Paper registration
If you do not have an email address, you can still register via paper registration.
Tips to use the fillable PDF registration forms
Contact your local community for more information on how to drop off and register offline.
Registration Support
If you need help, please don't hesitate to contact us!
registration@specialolympics.bc.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to fill out these forms this year?
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?
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 current season?
New and returning athletes and coaches must complete a Registration and Medical Form and accept the Terms and Conditions for Participation. Both of these forms must be completed annually.
What do I do with my forms once I've completed them?
Submit your documents to your local community or to SOBC staff.
Where can I find more information about SOBC's safety protocols?
Find our Communicable Disease Prevention Plan here.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your community program volunteers and/or the SOBC staff.