Become a coach

Coaches serve as role models and character builders, giving Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ) athletes awareness of their worth, ability, courage and capacity to grow and improve. Special Olympics Arizona coaches also have a direct impact on athletes’ lives by helping them acquire skills that can influence their abilities to obtain employment, succeed in school and achieve personal goals.

A coach is a key figure in an athlete’s life, providing the sports skills and spirit that define a true athlete.

At Special Olympics Arizona, we need your energy and time to help bring out the best in someone else. Our athletes have unlimited enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a great amount of joy to share. Coaching for Special Olympics will renew your love of playing and competing just for the fun of it.

If you are interested in becoming a coach, see our coaches registration portal below.

The Coaches Registration Portal is your one-stop platform for all Special Olympics Arizona coach and volunteer registration needs. This portal allows Heads of Delegation, coaches, and volunteers to complete registration, upload required documents, track certifications, and stay informed on important compliance requirements.

If you have questions about using the portal or completing your registration, review the resources below:

Training Videos

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PowerPoint Guide (Download)
A step-by-step walkthrough of the registration portal.

PowerPoint Guide

PDF Quick Reference Guide (Download)
A printable cheat sheet for quick help with registration steps.

Registration PDF

PDF Creating a Class A Volunteer Profile (Download)

A printable document to help with registration specifically for coaches.

Registration PDF

PowerPoint Guide for Coaches Zone (Download)

A how-to for coaches using the coaches zone in the registration portal.

PowerPoint for Coaches

Note when you get to the last slide, you MUST hit CONTINUE two times, answer a survey then hit CONTINUE again. You have completed the course when you see CONGRATULATIONS on completing this course.

Being a Special Olympics coach can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a lifetime for both you and the athletes you mentor. Special Olympics coaches often find that the personal rewards received are equal to or even outweigh the benefits they offer the athletes.