Central Area

Area Contact Information

305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: 573-635-1660
Fax: 573-635-8233

Area Staff:
Tim Schuster, Program Director

Counties served:
Audrain, Benton, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Chariton, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Gasconade, Henry, Howard, Johnson, Lafayette, Macon, Maries, Marion, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Osage, Pettis, Phelps, Pulaski, Ralls, Randolph, Saline and Texas

Central Area events

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Training for Life Campus Workout Class

September 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO - Missouri 65101

This exercise class is designed especially for people with disabilities. It’s designed to make you feel better and have more energy with low impact stretches.  If you have any questions,…

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Training for Life Campus Open Gym

September 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

The TLC arena will be available from 1-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s for open play. This is for registered athletes only or pre-approved groups. If you have any…

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Training for Life Campus Open Gym

September 22 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO - Missouri 65101

The TLC arena will be available from 8:00 AM – 3 :00 PM on Fridays for open play. This is for registered athletes only or pre-approved groups. If you have…

Healthy Hustle

Healthy Hustle

September 25 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

Healthy Hustle is an 8-Week program from 1:15-2:15 PM. Our goal is to meet the needs of each athlete, while within a group setting. SOMO will offer rewards for meeting…

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Training for Life Campus Music Class

September 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO - Missouri 65101

During our music class, groups may sing, play instruments or listen to music. They can also discuss the meaning of the lyrics. This class will provide a wide variety of…

Healthy Hustle

Healthy Hustle

September 26 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

Healthy Hustle is an 8-Week program from 1:15-2:15 PM. Our goal is to meet the needs of each athlete, while within a group setting. SOMO will offer rewards for meeting…

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Training for Life Campus Open Gym

September 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

The TLC arena will be available from 1-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s for open play. This is for registered athletes only or pre-approved groups. If you have any…

Healthy Hustle

Healthy Hustle

September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

Healthy Hustle is an 8-Week program from 1:15-2:15 PM. Our goal is to meet the needs of each athlete, while within a group setting. SOMO will offer rewards for meeting…

IMG 5231

Training for Life Campus Open Gym

September 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
305 Special Olympics Dr.
Jefferson City, 65101 United States

The TLC arena will be available from 1-3:30 p.m. on Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s for open play. This is for registered athletes only or pre-approved groups. If you have any…

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Training for Life Campus Workout Class

September 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO - Missouri 65101

This exercise class is designed especially for people with disabilities. It’s designed to make you feel better and have more energy with low impact stretches.  If you have any questions,…

Central Area blog posts

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SOMO Sum Ups: March 7-13

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from March 7-13, 2023! Young Athlete Program-Southwest Early Childhood- Tuesday, March 7, Wednesday, March 8 and…

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SOMO Sum Ups: Feb. 28- March 6

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from Feb. 28- March 6, 2023! Unified Intramural Basketball- Tuesday, Feb. 28 A night of Unified…

Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge 2023

RELEASE: 28th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge sets new fundraising record

JEFFERSON CITY – The 28th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge on Feb. 25 was a splashing success, raising a record $270,500 to date. A total of 24 Super…

Month Of Giving Jersey Mikes

Jersey Mike’s to support SOMO during 13th Annual Month of Giving

Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) is joining forces with 12 Jersey Mike’s Subs in Missouri for the 13th Annual March “Month of Giving” campaign to support local charities. During the month…

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SOMO Sum Ups: Feb. 21-27

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from Feb. 21-27, 2023! Mizzou Basketball Halftime River Region Check Presentation- Tuesday, Feb. 21 A big…

State Indoor Games 2019

RELEASE: SOMO seeks volunteers for upcoming 2023 State Indoor Games in St. Charles

ST. CHARLES – The 2023 Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) State Indoor Games will bring more than 1,500 athletes, coaches, volunteers and Unified partners from across the state to St. Charles,…

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SOMO Sum Ups: Feb. 14-20

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from Feb. 14-20, 2023! Capitol Hill Day- Tuesday, Feb. 14 A group of five delegates from…

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SOMO Sum Ups: Feb. 7-13

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from Feb. 7-13, 2023! STL Metro SSD Challenge Day Basketball- Tuesday, Feb. 7 This basketball Challenge…

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RELEASE: SOMO gets set for 16th Annual Columbia Polar Plunge

COLUMBIA – The 16th Annual Columbia Polar Plunge will take place on Saturday, March 11. Brave men and women from around the area will don disco-themed costumes and swimwear and…

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SOMO Sum Ups: Jan. 31- Feb. 6

Here’s a look back at all of the amazing Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) events from Jan. 31- Feb. 6, 2023! Young Athlete Program- Wednesday, Feb. 1 Special Olympics Young Athletes…

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