Special Olympics Australia

Finally - Special Olympics is offering Dance Sport as an official S.O. sport through their affiliate program!

 

What Does This Mean?

S.O. offers some sports directly organised and coached internally and some sports like Gymnastics, Tennis, Golf and now Dance Sport through affiliates sporting organisations, we are proud to be the first ever affiliated Dance Company in Qld.

 

JOIN OUR SPECIAL OLYMPICS DANCE CLASSES:

CLICK HERE

About the National Games

The Games have been held every 4 years since 1986. Athletes from all over Australia with intellectual disability and/or autism will come together to participate!

2026 will be the 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics in Australia– a big celebration!

When & Where
  • The Games will be held 19-23 October 2026
  • The location is Albert Park in Melbourne, VIC
  • The event runs for 5 days, Monday – FridayAbout

Who Can Join the Dance Team?

Commitment and Rehearsals

Performances and Events

Dance Styles and Costumes

➤ Hip Hop
➤ Jazz
➤ Lyrical/Contemporary/Ballet
➤ Pom
➤ Ballroom Couple

Costs and What’s Included

➤ $100 Special Olympics Australia membership fee
➤ $15 per dance training, per week
➤ National Games entry fee price TBC

➤ Sports training all year
➤ Demonstration and workshops at the Games
➤ Fun social activities
➤ Supporting inclusion and community

➤ Talk to your State Dance Coordinator

Can I use my NDIS funding?

Special Olympics Australia are not a registered NDIS service provider. However, as we offer Social and Community Participation activities, you may
be able to claim your weekly trainings through your NDIS plan if it is Self or Plan Managed under Core Supports, depending on your goals.

Core Supports budget

  • Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation
  • (Group And Centre Based Activities) or (Participation In Community, Social And Civic Activities).
If you’re unsure and would like further information, ask your Support Coordinator, Local Area Coordinator or Plan Manager (if applicable). We can also provide a quote and letter of support for them.

Costs to attend National Games

➤ Levy is TBC
➤ This will be charged per athlete
➤ Attendance at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies

➤ Venue Costs
➤ Potential Group Accommodation options
➤ Presentation Items
➤ Travel to and from the National Games will be at the cost of the athletes. This is not part of the DanceSport Levy

➤ Talk to your State Dance Coordinator

For Parents and Guardians

Why Become a Special Olympics Member?

Membership Fee: $100 per  year (1 January to 31 December each year)

Questions?

Email: qld.dancesport@specialolympics.com.au

Ready to audition?

Email: qld.dancesport@specialolympics.com.au

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