Registering an Athlete
To obtain an Athlete enrollment kit please call our local number 1-540-248-5040 and if no one is available, leave your name, address and a short message and we'll get a registration form in the mail to you!
Steps to Enrollment
Complete the . A Parent or Guardian must sign this for minor athletes. Adult athletes may sign the form themselves. This form represents that the athlete is physically and mentally able to participate in Special Olympics activities. It also authorizes emergency medical treatment and gives permission for Special Olympics to use the athlete's likeness, name, voice or words for media, promotional and fundraising purposes.
Arrange an appointment with a physician to complete the APPLICATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN SPECIAL OLYMPICS FORM. This form asks for emergency contact and insurance information as well as a health history. A physician must sign the form to certify that the athlete is able to participate in Special Olympics activities. Many physicians will perform the necessary examination free or at a reduced cost when asked to do so for Special Olympics. A Public Health agency may perform this service when asked. Also, many local Special Olympics programs arrange free physicals each year for participating athletes. Contact your Area Coordinator (see Local & Regional information).
All completed forms should be returned to:
Patti Strickler
Special Olylmpics Virginia--Area 5
169 River View Drive
Verona, Virginia 24482
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