The “MATP” program offers opportunities for everyone. It is a non-competitive program that aims to improve the physical abilities of the participants through circuit training.

The “MATP” program is designed for:

Persons with severe or profound disability

Persons who are unable to participate in Official Special Olympics sports, because of their physical and behavioral limitations

Purpose of the “MATP” Program is to help Athletes:

Improve in motor skills and functional ability

Improve physical condition

Provide more opportunities to perform sport activities

Enhance social adjustment through sport

Prepare athletes to integrate in the official training programs of Special Olympics

Basic information about the “MATP” program during the Special Olympics World Summer Games ATHENS 2011:

When: During the SOWSG ATHENS 2011

Where: Goudi Park

Duration: 1 day

Participants: 60 athletes

The program is designed in such a way that athletes according to their age, ability level and gender, rotate through several stations by participating in a set of basic activities, such as mobility, dexterity, flexibility, striking, kicking etc.