Welcome
to Special Olympics Switzerland
The vision of Special Olympics is to create an inclusive world through the power of sport, where people with intellectual disabilities can lead active, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
About us
Special Olympics Switzerland opens up access to movement, play, and sport for people with intellectual disabilities.
They experience respect and appreciation and enjoy unforgettable moments. Through sport, they develop both physically and personally and fully realize their strengths.
Get Involved
Become part of the movement: Whether in sports, in the organization, in the Family Network, or as a partner, there are many ways to get involved. With your commitment, donation, or support, you open up new opportunities for athletes, promote their athletic development, and make unforgettable experiences possible.
Sport
Discover our diverse range of sports and exercise programs: from low-threshold taster courses such as the Discovery Days, to one- to multi-day competitions in your sport, to training and further education modules. Here you will find what suits you.
Sport changes lives – join us!
For our athletes, sport is far more than just movement: It strengthens body and mind, sustainably promotes personal development, and creates a true community.
With your donation, you make regular sports and exercise programs, new friendships, and unforgettable goosebump moments possible – from small regional competitions and Discovery Days to the National Games or even the World Games.
Help change lives – your support makes a difference!
Impactful Stories
Here you will find all exciting insights about Special Olympics Switzerland: from current competitions and inspiring blog posts to emotional success stories of our athletes. Let their stories inspire you!
Hot atmosphere at Planoiras
Almost 20 cross-country skiers and snowshoe athletes competed for medals in the deep-cold winter at the traditional…
12.01.2026
In silent remembrance
We commemorate the victims of this incomprehensible tragedy in Crans Montana and express our deepest condolences to…
09.01.2026
Short Track in Innsbruck with Swiss participation
The two Short Track athletes Mauro Di Nardo and Fabian Höhener from Eisclub Chur gained valuable competition…
06.01.2026
Fit through the winter
To ensure we all stay healthy and fit throughout the winter, we naturally have many sports and…
06.01.2026
Happy holidays and thank you!
What a year! Together, we cheered on and celebrated with our amazing athletes. Thanks to your valuable…
19.12.2025
Christmas atmosphere among the Judokas
On Saturday, December 13th, the traditional Advent Judo tournament took place in Balgach. Over 40 Judokas from…
15.12.2025
Unforgettable Basketball Moments
The Fribourg Bolze Star Basketball team had the opportunity to join the Swiss national team’s training, right…
03.12.2025
Gymnastics in Genoa
This year, the Lugano gymnastics group was once again able to participate in the international Trofeo Zita…
03.12.2025
Swiss participation in the Six-Day Race in Ghent
Jan Zenklusen received a special invitation: Special Olympics Europe and Belgium nominated him via Special Olympics Switzerland…
03.12.2025
Every Contribution Counts
On Giving Tuesday, the international day of giving, we call on everyone to send a powerful message…
02.12.2025
5 Years of Swiss Adaptive Judo
An evening full of pride and emotion: Swiss Adaptive Judo celebrated its 5th anniversary with a gala…
28.11.2025
19 Floorball Teams in Sargans
Around 180 players from 19 teams gathered at the Riet sports facility in Sargans to compete at…
28.11.2025
Upcoming Events
Competitions, international competitions, training and development, as well as Games offer countless opportunities throughout the year to be part of Special Olympics Switzerland.
Our Partners
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