Special Olympics Iowa has updated guidance on return to in-person activities to reflect the latest information on COVID-19. Our number one priority is the health and safety of our athletes.
Current Protocols for Delegations (Updated 8/2021)
Practice and event sizes should follow local authority regulations. Events should include staggered start times to help reduce crowding at events. Verbal confirmation of no symptoms for all participants and spectators is recommended. Signage/education on preventative measures and symptoms is also recommended. An individual should not participate for 10 days after receiving a positive COVID-19 test and 7 days with any symptoms. Athletes and Unified partners are asked to receive medical clearance prior to returning to activities after having COVID-19.
Resources
SOIA Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Vaccine Resource Page
Setting Up a Safe Training Environment
COVID-19 eLearning Course
Higher Risk Fact Sheet
Sports Approval
Below is the list of sports that have been approved for practicing in groups, along with the list of sports that are not approved for practicing in groups. As guidelines change, approved sports will also change.
Approved |
Not Approved |
| Alpine Skiing | Basketball (team) |
| Athletics | Developmental Events |
| Basketball Skills (no team) | Flag Football (team) |
| Bocce | Soccer (team) |
| Bowling | Volleyball |
| Cheerleading/Dance | |
| Cycling | |
| Equestrian | |
| Figure Skating | |
| Fitness | |
| Flag Football Skills (no team) | |
| Golf | |
| Gymnastics | |
| Nordic Skiing (Cross Country) | |
| Powerlifting | |
| Roller Skating | |
| Snowshoeing | |
| Soccer Skills (no team) | |
| Softball Skills | |
| Softball (team) | |
| Speed Skating | |
| Swimming | |
| Tennis |
Have questions? Contact the state office by emailing info@soiowa.org or calling (515) 986-5520.