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The Special Olympics is dedicated to empowering individuals with
learning disabilities to become physically fit, productive and
respected members of society through sports training and
competition.
The team is drawn from a group of
people, aged from eight years upwards, that trains each Friday at
Jack Hunt swimming pool from 7.30 pm to 9 pm. Competition criteria
are inclusive and are set according to the ability of swimmers
rather than their age.
“The weekly swimming sessions and
participation in this gala provide an opportunity to enjoy healthy
positive activities,” said Peterborough City Council’s development
officer for disability sports, Amee Garala. “It promotes the
principles of the Special Olympics oath: ‘Let me win but if I cannot
win let me be brave in the attempt’.”
Julie Orr, chairman of Peterborough
Special Olympics Swimming Club, added: “The swimmers have made
fantastic progress and now we are seeking sponsorship and other
support so that our swimmers can wear distinctive T-shirts and
receive help with their transport costs.”
To find out more about the club or
to discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Julie Orr – Telephone:
(01733) 358665.
March 2008 -
Peterborough UK Community Website
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