General Coaches Certification

Coaches are crucial to the Special Olympics Wisconsin movement, acting as mentors, trainers, and inspirations for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Their dedication extends beyond teaching sports skills to fostering confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. Coaches create an inclusive environment where athletes can thrive, achieve goals, and improve performance. Their unwavering support significantly enhances the athletes’ well-being and social integration, truly embodying the spirit of the Special Olympics.

We are currently making updates to the certification process and this page will be updated soon. In the meantime, please use the links below.

There are two major steps to becoming a coach for Special Olympics Wisconsin. The first is to become a Class A Volunteer and you can find that process here:

Class A Volunteer Process

The next step is to become certified by watching a video and taking a quiz. You can do that here:

Coaching Certification Video and Quiz