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Sport & activitiesGrand Rapids, MI

Special Olympics Michigan — Unified Sports & Inclusion Center

Special Olympics Michigan's flagship training centre and free year-round sports programme.

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The practical details

Ages servedAll ages
Current waitNo wait time published — ask when you call
WhereGrand Rapids (Unified Sports & Inclusion Center)
Address160 68th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Phone(616) 221-7664 or (800) 644-6404
Funding takenNot published — ask when you call

What this is, in plain language

Year-round free sports and activities training for athletes with intellectual disabilities, including autism, across 24 sports. Coaches trained to support autistic athletes.

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What they say about themselves

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  • Special Olympics Michigan converted the former South Christian High School building in Grand Rapids into what the organisation describes as the largest Special Olympics training and sports centre in the world.
  • Special Olympics Michigan serves 23,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities statewide at no cost to participants or families.
  • Coaches have experience working with autistic athletes and match each person to a sport suited to their sensory needs, social preferences, or to build confidence.
  • The centre offers 24 sports, including basketball, swimming, skiing and gymnastics.

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  • Yes:Publishes its prices

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