The following ratios are the minimum athlete-to-coach requirements for conference, provincial, and national games, as well as for ALL Special Olympics Ontario COMPETITIONS and PRACTICES. These ratios ensure that athletes are safe and always supervised.
5:1 Athlete/Coach Ratio
· Basketball (10:3 for major games)
· Curling (5:2 for major games)
· 5 Pin Bowling
· Floor Hockey
· Soccer (12:3 for major games)
· Softball
· Bocce
4:1 Athlete/Coach Ratio
· Powerlifting
· Rhythmic Gymnastics
· Swimming (Lifeguards are not counted in the ratio)
· Track & Field
· 10 Pin Bowling
· Golf
3:1 Athlete/Coach Ratio
· Alpine Skiing
· Figure Skating
· Nordic Skiing
· Snowshoeing
· Speed Skating