2016 Santa Cruz Polar Plunge

Help raise money for Special Olympics Northern California by taking a winter plunge in Monterey Bay. Wear a costume, bring your club, team or family... it's a polar party on the beach in front of the Boardwalk!

What is a Polar Plunge®?
The Polar Plunge® is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support Special Olympics Northern California athletes by jumping or running into icy cold water in the middle of winter. The Plunge is NOT a swim, it's a fundraiser!

Who can plunge?
Anyone with a little guts and a warm heart wanting to support Special Olympics athletes is welcome to participate. Participants have included 7-year?olds to 70-year?olds, police officers, firefighters, company teams, high school clubs, fraternities and everyone in between. (If you are under 18, your parent or guardian will need to sign your waiver form and be sure and bring it with you.) Costumes are encouraged. Awards presented to top fundraisers, best costumes and more!

Why take the Plunge?
Special Olympics provides year?round sports training and competition opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities FOR FREE. By participating in Special Olympics, athletes gain self?confidence and self?esteem that carries over into their everyday lives, giving them the opportunity to succeed in life.