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Sportable Event: Youth and Beginner Wheelchair Tennis

January 7 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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. Time: 5:00-6:00 PM  Location: Westwood Club – 6200 W Club Ln, Richmond, VA 23226 Who: This program is for individuals ages 5 & up who have a permanent disability that affects their lower limb(s), including, but not limited to: Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Amputation, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, etc. Players must be able to propel themselves independently on the court in a manual / power wheelchair. 

Details

Date:
January 7
Time:
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Website:
https://sportable.org/program-calendar/

Organizer

Sportable
Phone
804-340-2991
Email
info@sportable.org
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Venue

Westwood Club
6200 W Club Ln
Richmond, Virginia 23226
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Phone
804-288-6028
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