Manama: The Kingdom of Bahrain will host the regional Special Olympics swimming coaches training course from November 15 to 20, 2025. The programme is organised by Special Olympics Bahrain and the Regional Presidency for the Middle East and North Africa, with support from the Michael Phelps Foundation.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the course aims to enhance coaching skills for athletes with intellectual disabilities by providing updated training practices through theoretical workshops, practical sessions, and knowledge-exchange activities supervised by international experts.
Special Olympics Bahrain said hosting the programme reflects its commitment to supporting regional development initiatives and strengthening Bahrain's role as a regional centre for sports training.