Polar Plunge
What is the Polar Plunge?
How to Participate?
To participate, raise the $100 minimum and join us at Yards Park this March to take a dip in the pool. Each plunger receives the commemorative 2022 Polar Plunge t-shirt, and can receive other cool gifts for raising more. All COVID-19 protocols will be in place to keep everyone socially distanced and safe with plenty of hand sanitizer and masks for everyone to wear just before and just after the plunge. If you don’t to dip in the chlorinated pool, you can get sprayed with the hose. Participate today!


What to expect:
- Participants who raise a minimum of $100 will “take the plunge” into an ice cold above ground pool to get freezin’ for a reason!
- There’s also a Virtual Plunge option. Take a dip in the snow, a cold water shower or bath, the hose in the backyard or any creative and chilly method at your place. Post the video to raise funds to support our athletes
Too chicken to plunge? You can still make a donation to show your support of Special Olympics DC athletes, or fundraise to sponsor an athlete’s plunge!
When and Where:
February 26, 2022
12 noon – 4 pm at Yards Park
355 Water Street, SE, Washington DC.
Metro: Navy Yard
Why Participate:
How do I get started?
Visit dcpolarplunge.org and click register to sign up. You can start a team, join a team or participate as an individual. Set up your Personal Plunge Page and you are on your way to Freezin’ for a Reason! With a few clicks, you can send an email to everyone to make a donation to your plunge.
Funds raised allow children and adults to participate in Special Olympics DC year-round programs, so let’s help them get in the game!
ICE-Yards And Polar Plunge!

Get Freezin’ for a Reason with Special Olympics DC
Special Olympics DC provides year-round sports training and competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in 10 Olympic-style sports at no cost to participants, thanks to your support.
Cool School College Polar Plunge:
- Students raise a minimum of $50 to “take the plunge” into an above ground pool at Catholic University
- Schools compete for top honors in recruiting the biggest team, fundraising and spirit!
- It’s a battle for the title of “Coolest School” in the area!
Learn more and register at sodccoolschools.org