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Thank you for your interest in Sportable's Wheelchair Tennis Program!   

Tennis is one of the most challenging and rewarding of all wheelchair sports. Participants will learn court mobility, stroke technique, the rules and scoring of the game, all while building strength, cardiovascular ability, and self-esteem in a fun group instruction environment.

With an emphasis on fun and learning, Sportable’s Youth + Beginner Wheelchair Tennis program focuses on individual skill development, learning the rules of the game, and beginning the pathway for athletes to a lifelong sport.

Dates: Saturdays, April 27-June 1, 2024

Time: 9-10:30 AM 

Location: Midlothian High School - 401 Charter Colony Parkway, Midlothian, VA 23114

Who:  Open to Sportable members, 5 years and older, who have a physical disability that impacts their lower body and can push themselves in a manual wheelchair. Players do NOT have to use a wheelchair for everyday mobility. Examples of Player Conditions: Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Leg Amputees, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Arthrogryposis, Club foot, Osteogenesis Imperfecta.

Important Note:

• If this program includes a mix of athletes under 18 and those over 18, our policy is to require a background check for athletes over 18. 
• The background check is free and none of your personal information is stored in our system. 
• You will receive an email from michelle@sportable.org with the background check form if you need to complete it. 

Please read through each page carefully to ensure that all information is provided accurately.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the following: 

• Margaret Gouldin - Program Support - margaret@sportable.org 
• Office Number - (804) 340-2991