Special Olympics Manitoba
304-145 Pacific Avenue R3B 2Z6 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

SOM Athletes!!! Have you registered for the Spirit Series yet?SOM Athletes!!! Have you registered for the Spirit Series yet?

We're talking about the all-new Virtual Program - Spirit Series!

We are excited to be launching our 10-week SOM Spirit Series! Athletes who register and participate in the many virtual offerings will be entered into weekly draws, as well as the grand prize draw for an X-Box One. Virtual offerings include online fitness classes such as Zumba and Yoga, ALP Courses, Social Hours, and so much more! We’ll cap off the program with an epic virtual dance party in March you definitely won’t want to miss out! To register for the program, log on... to your account at https://portal.specialolympics.ca and under sport select fitness. For help or information, e-mail Braedy at [email protected]. The program begins this upcoming Monday, January 11th so keep an eye out for the calendar of events you can participate in launching next week! And join us on our Facebook Live tonight at 7 PM where we break down what you can expect for the next 10 weeks!

Throughout December, we're shouting out our Provincial Partners who help make our year so fantastic. We're lucky to have the support we do, and we think you should know about it too! Today, we want to send a great big thank you to @canadalifeco!

Have you registered for our Santa Sessions for our next two Social Hours? The first one is THIS THURSDAY! We've been in contact with the big guy from the North Pole and he's going to be joining us on Zoom for our next two SOM Social Hours! We've still got space available - e-mail Darren Hemeryck at [email protected] to get on the Nice List!

Athletes! Are you looking to work on your physical and mental fitness? We've thrown together a YouTube playlist with video resources, including dryland training with Tom Norton!... We will be adding more videos throughout the next week, so be sure to follow the link below and start training at home. https://bit.ly/3lLn5Fj

Do you know how much fluid you need each day? Download our Sobeys Nutrition Break on Hydration to find out! https://nutritionguide.specialolympics.ca/sobeys-nutrition-... From healthy fluid choices to common signs of dehydration and infused water recipes, you’ll be a fluid expert once you download the lesson plan and worksheets. Cheers!

We think it's time you got to know our incredible staff at the Special Olympics Manitoba provincial office. Every other weekend we're going to introduce you to these hard-working and dedicated individuals! For today's #StaffSaturday, meet Erin. She's our Competition Coordinator, so chances are if you've attended a competition in the province you've probably met her!... She's also a swim coach in Winnipeg with the Stingrays and the Dolphins. Three facts to know about her: - She absolutely loves the outdoors, having grown up in Flin Flon. - She knows ASL (American Sign Language). - She is an avid traveler, and has been to many different countries, even living in Belgium as an exchange student.

Canada’s Law Enforcement Torch Run is recognized around the world for its outstanding support of Special Olympics and for good reason! Last year they raised a record-breaking $5.85 million for athletes with an intellectual disability across the country. Please join us in saying a big THANK YOU to our amazing LETR members! Head to this to learn more: https://www.specialolympics.ca/thankyouLETR

Our #AthleteOfTheWeek is Dave Friesen! Dave is one of the most friendly and outgoing guys you'll ever meet, and is always willing to lend a helping hand to his fellow athletes. What he misses most about participating in Basketball and Floor Hockey is the chance to hang out with his teammates and the friendly back and forth chatter with the coaches.... To stay active throughout the pandemic, he was working out weight training twice a week with his personal trainer, alongside his good friend, athlete Elijah Wood. (2 meters apart that is!) "I am also keeping active three to four days a week with my job at @Sobeys," he told us. "I appreciate when people remind me that I am one of the front line heroes of the pandemic." Thank you for continuing to help provide this essential service, Dave. You're truly an inspiring athlete!

Athletes! Are you looking to practice some of your basic sport skills so you're ready when we can finally Return to Play? We've thrown together a YouTube playlist with video resources from chapters across North America. ... We will be adding more sports throughout the next week, so be sure to follow the link below and start training at home! https://bit.ly/3lWomtv

It's our first Virtual Game Night tonight. Have you signed up? Make sure you register by using the link below and we will see you tonight for some competitive fun! https://bit.ly/2HXp3Uo

Last night was another fantastic SOM Social Hour over Zoom. Thank you to all the athletes who tuned in and chatted. And a special guest from the Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg even made an appearance! Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming info on the next few SOM Social Hours and how to register.

Our next Virtual Workout is TOMORROW at 5:30pm! We're coming at you with a strength focused workout that can be modified for all ability levels! Maximum will be 25 athletes and there are only a few spots left!... Click the below to register now! https://bit.ly/3eWdIA5

Our next Virtual Workout will be on Thursday, November 19th at 5:30pm! We're coming at you with a strength focused workout that can be modified for all ability levels! We will be using everyday household items so no need to buy any weights. First come first serve and the maximum will be 25 athletes.... There will be an option to sign up for the Dec 3rd and Dec 17th classes as well through the registration below. After registering, the Zoom link will be emailed to you. Use the below to register now! https://bit.ly/3eWdIA5

Our next Social Hour is TONIGHT and there are spots still available! : Send an email to Darren Hemeryck at [email protected] to register.