The AYSO VIP Program provides
a quality soccer experience for children - and adults - whose physical
or mental disabilities make it difficult to successfully participate
on mainstream teams. VIP teams may include those who are: 
» Blind or visually impaired
» Amputees or conditions that impair mobility
» Mentally or emotionally challenged
» Autistic
» Downs Syndrome
» Cerebral Palsy
These kids are Very Important Players (VIP) in AYSO. We recognize
that all children need to feel a sense of belonging and acceptance.
The VIP program offers that acceptance and carries our philosophy
of Everyone Plays® to new heights - giving everyone a chance
to play.
Program Goals
Kids with special needs are estimated to make up approximately 10%
of the school-age population. Special schools and classrooms can
isolate these children so the VIP Program has been structured to
integrate our special kids into the rest of AYSO by using "buddies"
from non-VIP teams to help these players both on - and off - the
field. Our goals for every participating player are
» have fun playing soccer
» understand the fundamentals of the game
» learn teamwork and fair play
» increase positive self-esteem
» become more physically fit
» meet and be comfortable with new people
Everyone Plays (Ages 4 yrs and up to adult)
VIP helps more than just the players. Buddies and other volunteers
increase their appreciation and understanding of individuals with
special needs. They find their lives greatly enriched by their involvement
with their new VIP friends. For parents thinking they would never
see their children playing a sport or making new friends, VIP gives
them joy and hope. They are able to relax and enjoy watching their
children having fun like other kids, perhaps for the first time.
Teams can have as few as five players, may be co-ed, and as with
all AYSO teams, VIP teams are balanced with players rated by size
and physical ability. Older and younger players form their own divisions,
too, when numbers allow.
Register Now
Click over to our registration page HERE
and sign up now.
For more information contact us HERE.
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