Area 9

Area 9 is made of counties of Bland, Carroll, Floyd, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Pulaski, and Wythe and the cities of Galax and Radford
Contact Us
Special Olympics Area 9 Contact Info
In Person
1100 South Main Street Suite B
Blacksburg VA 24060
By Phone
540.951.2918
540.951.2979 (fax)
Online
Email: Area 9 Office, Area 9 Coordinator
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Sign up for activities: Athletes
Sign up for activities: Volunteers

Upcoming Events

Carroll County- Little Feet Meet

Hillsville Elementary - 90 Patriot Ln, Hillsville, VA 24343
“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 - eight weeks in preparation for the culminating Feet Meet.

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

This Feet Meet takes place at Hillsville Elementary on 10/06/23.

No rain date at this time.

If you have any questions email [email protected]

Unified Bocce

St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1205 Old Mill Rd, Blacksburg--meet in the back of the Church
Unified Bocce joins people with and without intellectual disabilities for a fun and fitness.
It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.
Never played Bocce? It's easy to learn and for all ability levels!
All members of the Special Olympics community (coaches, partners, family members, volunteer groups and caregivers) are welcome to join! This activity is led by Coach Matt Wheeler and will meet each Sunday afternoon 2-4 pm.

Volunteers Sign up:
Athletes Sign up:
Orientation for ALL new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA

Swimming

Blacksburg Aquatic Center, 625 Patrick Henry Drive, Blacksburg, VA
Athletes and partners are paired for individual instruction from water adjustment to competitive swimming. Age 8 and up.

Fall Session Wednesdays beginning September 20 7:00–8:00pm
Orientation for new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center. 725 Patrick Henry Dr.

Volunteers Sign up:
Athletes Sign up:
Orientation for ALL new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA

Unified Walking Club

Uptown Christiansburg, 782 New River Road, Christiansburg, VA (Meet inside Mall Main entrance near Kirklands)
Unified Walking Club joins people with and without intellectual disabilities for a fun and fitness.

It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.

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:
Orientation for ALL new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA

Unified Bowling League

NRV SuperBowl: 375 Arbor Drive NE, Christiansburg
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 21, 2023
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Please wear socks. 

ATHLETE SIGN UP

VOLUNTEER SIGN UP*
Orientation for ALL new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA

Unified Volleyball League

Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr, Blacksburg, VA
Unified Sports welcomes players with and without disabilities. 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 13 and older. Tuesdays, beginning. Sept. 12—7:00pm–8:30pm at Blacksburg Community Center on Patrick Henry Drive. Orientation for ALL new volunteers Tuesday, Sept 19, 5:30 at Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Blacksburg, VA
We actively update our Facebook page with up to date events and information.

Sports Offered

Basketball

Winter

Bowling

Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall

Softball

Spring and Summer

Swimming

Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall

Track & Field

Spring and Summer

Young Athletes

Winter and Fall

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