12th World Down Syndrome Swimming Championships
RESULTS
View the Event Notices & Results – Portugal 2026 Page
The 12th World Down Syndrome Swimming & Artistic Championships will take place in Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal from 30th October to 7th November 2026
| PROGRAMME | |
| 30th October 2026 | Arrival of Teams |
| 31st October 2026 | Training (Schedule) Technical Meeting – 14h30 – (Competition Venue) Opening Ceremony – 19h00 (Competition Venue) |
| 1st -3rd November 2026 | Competition |
| 4th November 2026 | Social Day |
| 5th November 2026 | Competition Biennial General Meeting – 11h00-12h30 To be held at the Competition Venue |
| 6th November 2026 | Competition Gala Dinner |
| 7th November 2026 | Departure of Teams |
CODE OF CONDUCT: DSISO
MEDICAL CARE GUIDE: LOC
SUMMARY OF RULES: Condensed Rules 2026 (Amended 13/10/26)
WEBINAR: Webinar Condensed Rules 2026 (Amended 13/10/26)
Official Information Document and Team Entry Forms
TEAM GUIDE – Information Document Updated
12th World DSISO 2026_Entry File_LXF
MINIMUM QUALIFYING STANDARDS (MQS)
These DSISO World Championships are our “Olympics” — a global stage created exclusively for swimmers with Down syndrome to showcase their talent, dedication, and passion for the sport. Countries start preparing to attend this prestigious event.
DSISO Flag handed to
Miguel Arrobas, President of the Portuguese Swimming Federation
by
Paulina Gadomska Dzięcioł, Secretary General, DSISO
