Athlete: Special Olympics athletes are eight years old or older and have an intellectual disability, a cognitive delay, or a developmental disability. Athletes who are 6 and 7 years old are able to train in a sport but not compete.
Head Coach: Create, organize, and lead a comprehensive sport training program for a team of athletes and volunteers.
Assistant Coach: Help to organize practice and assist athletes in acquiring sport skills.
General/Sport Volunteer: Volunteer who only has limited contact with athletes or who have contact with athletes accompanied by coaches.
Unified Partner: Volunteer (8 year old and older) who trains and competes alongside an athlete.