12th World Down Syndrome Swimming & Artistic Championships

Name: 12th World Down Syndrome Swimming & Artistic Championships
Start: 2025-11-06T08:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-11-06T17:00:00+02:00

November 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

At the gala dinner for the 8th Open European Down Syndrome Swimming Championships held on 1st November 2025 in Albufeira, Portugal, DSISO President, Lizzie Vogel announced the exciting news — the 12th World Down Syndrome Swimming & Artistic Championships will take place in Portugal next year! While the exact venue and dates are still to be confirmed, we know it will take place in late October or early November 2026. This will be a short course event.

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

Paulina Gadomska Dzięcioł, Secretary General, DSISO

Details

Date: November 6
Time:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm