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World Down Syndrome Day
March 21 has been celebrated by the United Nations since 2012. Learn more about why this day is important...
March 21 has been celebrated by the United Nations since 2012. Learn more about why this day is important...
World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD), April 2, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2007. This day is important to Athletes Without […]
Save the Date for the 2024 World Para Swimming (WPS) World Series April 11-13, 2024. To compete as an athlete with intellectual impairment, U.S. Paralympics partners with Athletes Without Limits to confirm initial eligibility for the S14 Class.
The Boston Athletic Association has added a division for intellectual impairment starting with the 2024 Boston Marathon, which is open to Virtus II1/T20 runners with National or International classification. Learn more...
The USDGA has announced that the PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie Florida will be the host site of their 2024 USDGA Championship, set to be held April 21-24, 2024. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass; the deadline to apply to AWL for International Eligibility for this event is Nov 17, 2023 (in order to confirm International level Virtus II1 eligibility and WR4GD Pass in time for the Jan 17, 2024 registration deadline).
The 2024 US Paralympic Swim Team Trials will be held in Minneapolis for selection to the 2024 Paralympic Games in France. Athletes must be meeting Emerging Team Time Standards to qualify. U.S. Paralympics partners with Athletes Without Limits to confirm National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment.
Athletes with Intellectual Impairments who don't already have National level Virtus eligibility should apply to Athletes Without Limits at least one month prior to this event. Learn more...
The USGA has announced that Sand Creek Station will be the host site of their 3rd U.S. Adaptive Open Championship, set to be held July 8-10, 2024. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass; the deadline to apply to AWL for International Eligibility will likely be in April 2024 (in order to confirm International level Virtus II1 eligibility in time for the event registration deadline which has not yet been announced).
The 2024 US Paralympic Track & Field Team Trials will be held July 18-21, 2024 for selection to the 2024 Paralympic Games in France. Athletes with intellectual impairment must be meeting Emerging Team Time Standards to qualify and have Full Virtus International Eligibility as well as other events pre-qualifications. U.S. Paralympics partners with Athletes Without Limits to confirm National Paralympic Classification for T20 and F20 athletes with Intellectual Impairment.
The 2024 Virtus Tennis World Championships will take place in France in September. Athletes Without Limits will field a U.S. Team based on athlete interest - US Player registration is open from July 15-30, 2024.
Registration is open for the 2024 BAYADA Regatta — the nation's oldest and largest all-adaptive rowing competition for athletes with disabilities.
US Riders should submit your video by October 29th. This event can be a qualifier for the 2025 Virtus Equestrian World Championships!
USA Down Syndrome Swimming and Athletes Without Limits are partnering to host the first ever Open National Championship for swimmers with intellectual impairment. November 7-10 in Orlando, Florida at the Rosen Aquatic Center. Registration has been extended until Oct 13, 2024...
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is 3-4 weeks prior to the event registration deadline.
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is 3-4 weeks prior to the event registration deadline.
Athletes Without Limits is proud to be partnering with the National Ability Center to include high-performance skiers with Intellectual Impairment for the first time at this premier annual alpine ski race preparing adaptive athletes for future Paralympic Games.
ABOUT THE EVENT The Virtus Para Dressage Video Competition Series brings together the worlds best riders with an intellectual impairment, to compete in a World Championship from their home environment […]
The 2025 Virtus Nordic Skiing Worlds take place in France in March. Athletes Without Limits will field a U.S. Team based on athlete interest — athletes should complete the event interest form to be added to our US Team email updates.
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is one month prior to the event registration deadline.
The 2025 Virtus Skiing Worlds take place in France in March. Athletes Without Limits will field a U.S. Team based on athlete interest — athletes should complete the event interest form to be added to our US Team email updates.
ABOUT THE EVENT The Virtus Para Dressage Video Competition Series brings together the worlds best riders with an intellectual impairment, to compete in a World Championship from their home environment […]
The Boston Athletic Association has added a division for intellectual impairment for the Boston 5k (April), Boston Marathon (April), and Boston 10k (June) — open to Virtus II1/T20 runners with National or International classification. Learn more...
The Boston Athletic Association has added a division for intellectual impairment for the Boston 5k (April) Boston Marathon (April) and Boston 10k (June) which is open to Virtus II1/T20 runners with National or International classification. Learn more...
Save the Date for the annual World Para Swimming (WPS) World Series USA. To compete as an athlete with intellectual impairment, U.S. Paralympics partners with Athletes Without Limits to confirm initial eligibility for the Virtus II1/Para S14 Class - athletes should apply to Athletes Without Limits no less than 6 weeks prior to the registration deadline for this event since full International Virtus eligibility is needed for this event.
Save the date for the 2025 Virtus World Tennis Championships in Astana! Depending on athlete interest and trip viability AWL may organize a U.S. National Team trip of Virtus II1, II2 and II3 players.
The USDGA has announced that the 2025 USDGA Championship is set to be held May 4-7, 2025. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass.
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is one month prior to the event registration deadline.
The G4D Open is an International Adaptive Golf event that is supported and approved by EDGA. EDGA the European Diabled Golf Association - is a not-for-profit, volunteer led organisation, active in the promotion and delivery of opportunities to sample, participate and compete in golf. This high level disability golf event include a group for players with Intellectual Disability and Down Syndrome and is unique for including an additional competition class for athletes with high functioning Autism in addition to one for those with
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is 6 weeks prior to the event registration deadline since full International Virtus Eligibility is needed.
The Boston Athletic Association has added a division for intellectual impairment for the Boston 5k (April), Boston Marathon (April), and Boston 10k (June) — open to Virtus II1/T20 runners with National or International classification. Learn more...
Track athletes don't forget to register for the second annual event - this meet is unique as it offers competition for all three Virtus Classes of Athletes with Intellectual Impairment, Down Syndrome and Autism. Free early registration for Athletes Without Limits athletes by May 31st. Regular registration closes June 15th...
The USGA has announced that Woodmont Country Club will be the host site of their 4th U.S. Adaptive Open Championship, set to be held July 7-9, 2025. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass...
This event can help athletes qualify for the Athletes Without Limits National Team competing at the 2026 Virtus Americas Regional Championships in Peru. Athletes with Intellectual Impairments who don't already have National level Virtus eligibility should apply to Athletes Without Limits at least one month prior to this event. Learn more...
AWL will organize a U.S. National Team trip of Virtus II1, II2 and II3 swimmers who qualify. Make sure to complete the Athlete Interest Form by April 20, 2025!
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is one month prior to the event registration deadline.
ABOUT THE EVENT The Virtus Para Dressage Video Competition Series brings together the worlds best riders with an intellectual impairment, to compete in a World Championship from their home environment […]
Save the date for the 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships in Brisbane! Depending on US athlete interest, ability to meet MQS (not yet published) and trip viability AWL may organize a U.S. National Team trip of Virtus II1, II2 and II3 athletes...
Athletes Without Limits manages National Paralympic Classification for S14 swimmers with Intellectual Impairment; the deadline for new swimmers to apply to AWL for Eligibility for this event is one month prior to the event registration deadline.
Save the date for this annual spring event - exact date and location TBA by the USDGA. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass.
The USGA has announced that Woodmont Country Club will again be the host site of their 5th U.S. Adaptive Open Championships, set to be held July 6-7, 2026. Athletes Without Limits manages eligibility/Paralympic Classification for players with Intellectual Impairment so they can apply for the required WR4GD player pass...
Due to cancellations during COVID-19 the 2026 Virtus Americas Regional Championships will be the inaugural event. Regional events will be held in the year preceding the Virtus Global Games, which are held every four years. AWL will manage selection and travel for a US Team to both Regional Games in Peru in 2026 and the 2027 Global Games! Included sports will be announced closer to the event.
The Virtus Table Tennis World Championships will be held in Cairo (future host of the 2027 Virtus Global Games in Cairo). Athletes Without Limits will field a US National Table Tennis Team in the Virtus ii1, ii2 and ii3 competition groups where there is athlete interest and a viable trip...
Held every four years the Virtus Global Games is the World Championships for Athletes with Intellectual Impairment in 10+ summer sports. AWL will manage selection and travel for a US Team to the next games in 2027 - exact dates, location and host country to be announced soon!
As the US Member of Virtus Athletes Without Limits oversees eligibility for US athletes with intellectual impairments competing in: Virtus and Paralympic Competition.
Athletes with intellectual impairment need your support to reach their highest levels in sport.
