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Find your local region and help make our community a better, healthier, and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.

Bocce

This page draws together bocce-related information for the 2021 Summer Series. The following materials will prepare you for bocce competitions and give you a schedule of the events.


Piedmont Region Track & Field Meet

University of Lynchburg, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501
Get ready to run, jump, and cheer at one of Special Olympics Virginia’s longest-standing and celebrated events, the Piedmont Region Track & Field Meet! This annual community favorite brings together athletes, families, and fans from across the region for a day full of energy, unity, and inspiration.
Join the tradition and be part of the legacy that continues to make history every year!

Contact Lisa Wimbush for more information

Piedmont Region Swim Time Trials

Southside Virginia Family YMCA, 580 Zion Hill Rd Farmville VA
Dive into the Heart of Virginia! Join us for an exciting Swim Time Trial Meet, a celebration of community, competition, and fun in the water! Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or just love the energy of the pool deck, this is your chance to make a splash, cheer on local athletes, and be part of something special.

Come swim, support, and celebrate the spirit of unity right here in the heart of Virginia!

Contact Lisa Wimbush for more information

Unified Bowling League

NRV Superbowl, 375 Arbor Dr NE, Christiansburg, VA
Unified Sports welcomes players with and without disabilities. All sports practice and play each week!

Weekly league at the NRV Superbowl in Christiansburg.
Thursdays, beginning Sept 18 (no bowling on Thanksgiving)
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Please wear socks. 
ATHLETE SIGN UP
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Unified Cheerleading

HopeTree Gymnasium, 860 Mt Vernon Ln, Salem, VA
Two, Four, Six, Eight! This FALL, learn cheers and have fun supporting Special Olympics Sports and cheering at local events. Special Olympics Athletes and Volunteers cheer together! More dates set for Winter, watch for more details.

Volunteers Sign up
Athletes Sign up

Unified Walking Club

Uptown Christiansburg Mall, 782 New River Rd. Christiansburg, VA
Unified Walking Club joins people with and without intellectual disabilities for a fun and fitness.
All members of the Special Olympics community (coaches, partners, family members, volunteer groups and caregivers) are welcome to join! This activity is lead by Coaches Matt and Jill Wheeler and will meet each Monday evening 6:30-7:30 pm.
Volunteers Sign up
Athletes Sign up

Soccer Sundays Salem

860 Mt Vernon Ln, Salem, VA
Area 8 Soccer Sundays. All abilities welcome. Practice includes skill development and team play. Youth practices 4:30p-5:30p. Teen and Adult Team practice 5:30-7p
Volunteers Sign up
Athletes Sign up

Swimming-Blacksburg

Blacksburg Aquatic Center, 625 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA,
The swimming program pairs individuals with intellectual disabilities with a partner for individualized instruction. Swimsuit is required!
Wednesdays, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
ATHLETE SIGN UP
VOLUNTEER SIGN UP*

Unified Volleyball League

Blacksburg Community Center 725 Patrick Henry Drive, Blacksburg, VA
Unified Sports welcomes players with and without disabilities.
It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.
All sports practice and play each week!

Athletes sign up: https://tinyurl.com/athlete9area
Volunteers sign up: https://tinyurl.com/volunteer9area

Unified Volleyball League. Ages 14 and older. Tuesdays, 7:00pm–8:30pm at Blacksburg Community Center on Patrick Henry Drive.

Nelson County Feet Meet

Nelson County High School- 6919 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 22949
“Feet Meets” are a way for schools to engage students with and without intellectual disabilities. Students practice the sports stations at their schools for six to eight weeks in preparation for the culminating Feet Meet.


Feet Meets are school events that occur during the school day.

Time: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

If you have questions reach out to Lisa Wimbush

Flag Football Practice

Heritage High School - 3101 Wards Ferry Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Practice begins Sunday, 8/10

2:00 pm -3:30 pm

Bring Water!

*If you have any questions please reach out to coach Gena Callahan at 434-610-0240.