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Speed Skating

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Speedskating

PDFSpecial Olympics Wisconsin Speed Skating General Rules (from 2008-2009 Competition Guide)
PDFInternational Speed Skating General Rules (from Special Olympics Inc.) Coming soon
PDFSpecial Olympics Inc. Speed Skating Coaching Guide

The first time athletes "raced" into international competition was at the 1977 Special Olympics World Winter Games. Speed Skating is fun for athletes of all ages and is a popular form of competition showcasing strength and coordination. Speed Skating is one of five official Special Olympics winter sports with 11,000 speed skaters around the globe. The top speed skaters reach speeds of up to 32 kilometers per hour!

Special Olympics Wisconsin also offers speed skating that follows the Unified Sports model. This model pairs equal numbers of athletes with and without cognitive disabilities on sports teams for training and competition. Individual athletes can compete in events ranging from a 25- meter race to the 1500-meter race. Beginners and athletes with lower ability can participate in a 25-meter straightaway event.

EVENTS

  • 10 Meter Assisted
  • 10 Meter
  • 30 Meter Slalom
  • 100, 300, 500, 800, 1000, 1500 Meter

Winter Games Sports Season

State Competition each February in Wausau



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