Program Volunteers - Various Winnipeg Athletic Programs
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| Organization Name: | Special Olympics Manitoba |
| Address: | 304-145 Pacific Avenue Winnipeg MB R3B 2Z6 |
| Website: | https://specialolympics.mb.ca/volunteer/ |
| Organizational Description: | Special Olympics Manitoba is the provincial sport governing body for Manitobans with an intellectual disability by providing athletes with quality sport programming. SOM is a non-profit charitable organization. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 6028 |
| Description of Duties: | Do you have a passion for coaching and connecting with athletes in sport? We are looking for volunteers for the following programs in Winnipeg: - 5 pin - 10 pin - Basketball - Swimming - Rhythmic Gymnastics - Active Start - FUNdamentals - Jr Programs Position Description: Join the team of program volunteers and coaches who directly provide training for athletes in eighteen different sports. They work with athletes to improve basic motor skills, teach sport-specific skills, and prepare athletes for competition. The time commitment is one to two weekly sessions for 1 to 2 ½ hours. Some weekends are required for competition. Be a part of athletes achieving their goals and help capture the spirit of Special Olympics!
Responsibilities: Attend practice and competition events on a regular basis Communicate with head coach regarding practices and competitions Adhere to the plans for the head coach (weekly & yearly) Supervise activities when deemed necessary by head coach Attend coaching conferences and clinics as necessary to upgrade coaching skills Instruction in sport skills Competition at an appropriate level when certified as a coach Modeling and instilling socially appropriated behavior including fair play Learning the role of Head Coach via mentorship |
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| Age: | 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening , Weekend The time commitment is one weekly sessions for 1 to 2 ½ hours. Some weekends are required for competition. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | Nov 30, 2025 |
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