Wheelchair Tennis
Wheelchair tennis can be recreational or competitive, depending on the wheelchair tennis players involved and their goals for the game. But no doubt about it, a wheelchair tennis tournament can be every bit as high-intensity as its able-bodied counterpart. To learn more about this type of adaptive recreation, connect with these organizations and learn how the sport is played, what equipment you need, and how to get started.
Organizations
San Diego Adaptive Sports Foundation
The San Diego Adaptive Sports Foundation's mission is to improve the quality of life for children and adults with physical disabilities through sports and recreation. SDASF works to coordinate and foster a program of adaptive sports by providing competitive league sports, recreational team sports, instructional camps, and sports clinics, and offers other adaptive sports based on need and interest.
A national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers sport teams, afterschool programs, camps, and competitions for youth and adults with physical disability and visual impairment. Technical assistance and professional development opportunities such as webinars also available for parents/caregivers, teachers and local service providers.
