Motor Activities Training Program
The Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) is designed for athletes with severe or profound intellectual disability who are unable to participate in official Special Olympics sports competitions because of the challenges associated with their functional abilities. MATP prepares athletes with severe or profound intellectual disability, including athletes with significant physical disabilities, for appropriate sport-specific activities.
Seasons
Winter for MATP Basketball and Spring for MATP Track
Training Sites
At individual schools and adult agencies
Activities Offered
- MATP Basketball
- MATP Track
Culminating Events
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Winter Sports Classic
March 10 at Burr Gymnasium, Howard University, Washington, D.C. -
Summer Games
May 22-24 at Cardinal Stadium, Catholic University, Washington, D.C.
Resources
Contact
Tom Kling, Senior Director of Sports at tkling@specialolympicsdc.org
