Inclusive Tennis Programme

We are proud to be part of the LTA Open Court initiative, aiming to provide tennis activity for all. We are continuing to develop this programme throughout 2023 to offer a fully inclusive Tennis Programme- watch this space!

 

Award winning disability coach

RSA Coach Emily Stebbings received the Suffolk LTA 'Tennis for all' Award 2023 in recognition for her work coaching and developing inclusive tennis opportuities. Emily received her award from LTA President Sandi Proctor and Suffolk LTA Disability Co-ordinator Mark Bullock, 

  

 

Walking Tennis - Re starts Tuesdays 5th March 10:30-11:30am at Lowestoft Town Tennis Club, Denes Oval

Walking Tennis is fantastic way to stay active! You can play tennis at any age and Walking Tennis offers an easy way for older people to keep their body and mind active – while also enjoying the social side of being part of a tennis community. After each session participants are encouraged to stay and chat over teas and coffees.

Whether you’re a lifelong tennis player, a complete beginner* or just need a bit more time to get into the swing of things, you can give the game a go in a supportive setting. 

Come and try your first session for FREE!

Cost £3. Equipment can be provided

 

*Beginner players may also consider Tennis Xpress.

 

Learning Disability Tennis

We have partnered with local special schools to provide tennis provision to pupils inside and outside the school setting. If you are interested in getting involved in our Learning Disability sessions please get in contact with us.

 

Wheelchair Tennis - New Dates coming soon! 

Our beginner Wheelchair Tennis sessions in partnership with the Dan Maskell Tennis Trust will be re starting soon. The sessions are suitable for players with a physical disability or impairment who can self-propel a wheelchair. 

Please note: we have a limited number of tennis wheelchairs available for use in the session. 

 

Visually Impaired Tennis  - Next session Tuesday 5th March 2024

Racket Sports Academy is pleased to offer a Visually Impaired Tennis Session open to anyone with sight loss. Initially the sessions will run on the 1 st Tuesday of each month, 11:30-12:30 and you don’t need to have played before.

The sessions are played on smaller courts with lower nets. Some courts will also have tactile lines/markers so players
can touch them. Players also use an audible tennis ball that makes a noise so players can hear it
bounce and being hit. Equipment can be provided.

Session costs £5.00

If you would like to give VI tennis a go, please get in touch with Coach Emily 07730600492 or email
emily@racketsportsacademy.co.uk Booking is essential.

Session dates: Tuesday 7th November, Tuesday 5th December, 6th February 2024, 5th March 2024 ...more dates to be added

 

Inclusive tennis supported by GeeWhiz Charity, LTA Open Court programme and The Dan Maskell Tennis Trust