Wellesley, MA, January – June, 2026, with Wellesley S.T.A.R.S. (Striving to Advance Recreational Services). Open to surrounding towns and communities. Wellesley S.T.A.R.S., Inc. offers comprehensive swim training and a competitive swim program for children and adults with special needs from Wellesley and surrounding towns, from January to June each year.
* Some STARS swimmers have competed in Special Olympics regional, statewide, national and international meets while others attend for exercise and social purposes.
* The team is led by Head Coach, Karen Bernardo, a teacher, and experienced Special Olympics swim coach with more than 25 years of experience, and several assistant coaches, many with 15-25 years of experience in coaching individuals with special needs and trained high school volunteers from the Wellesley area.
* Kids need to be 8 years old prior to competing in Special Olympics meets, but they can begin swim training as early as age 6.
To register or for more information visit https://wellesleystars.org/ or contact wellesleystars@gmail.com 
