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World Games Berlin 2023
Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 was held in Berlin, Germany. The Games were held 17 – 25 June 2023 and were composed of 24 summer sports.
World Summer Games Berlin 2023

Athletics

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Badminton

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Basketball

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Bocce

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Bowling

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Cycling

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Equestrian

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Football

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Golf

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Gymnastics-Artistic

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Handball

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JUDO

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KAYAKING

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Open Water Swimming

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Powerlifting

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Roller Skating

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Sailing

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Swimming

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Table Tennis

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Tennis

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Triathlon

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Volleyball

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Sports & Coaching

For all of our recognized and official sports, find coaching guides, development models, photos and videos and other related materials. You can also find information on locally popular sports in the mix.

Divisioning

The fundamental difference between Special Olympics competitions and those of other sports organizations is that athletes of all ability levels are encouraged to participate, and every athlete is recognized for his/her performance.
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Coach Development Model

Our volunteer coaches help Special Olympics athletes reach their best level of skill and performance. These resources can be used by Program sport directors to recruit and train coaches to reach their own heights of achievement.
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Athlete Development Model

The Special Olympics Athlete Development Model (ADM) is a support plan designed to empower each of our athletes. The model promotes motor and skill development as well as health and fitness, while preparing athletes for competition at all levels.
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Special Olympics and Paralympics

Special Olympics, the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee are complementary organizations, each one a testimony to the power of sport.
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Sport Rules

The heart of Special Olympics is competitions, the races, matches, tournaments and games for people with intellectual disabilities. In many ways, these competitions are like sports run by any other organization, but there are some key differences.
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thousands of people in Olympiastadion for the Opening Ceremony of Berlin 2023

World Games Berlin 2023

Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 was held in Berlin, Germany. The Games were held 17 – 25 June 2023 and were composed of 24 summer sports