ADAPTIVE TENNIS PROGRAMS AT JTCC
JTCC is a tennis center in College Park, MD committed to transforming lives by providing “Tennis for Everybody”. Providing tennis programs for people living with disabilities and military veterans since 2018, JTCC has become the national model for adaptive tennis, including level-based clinics offering tailored instruction, access to integrated clinics, extensive coach education trainings, and world-class camps and tournaments. JTCC serves more than 300 adaptive athletes every year, and is committed to providing opportunities for all players to engage with the game of tennis in ways that are meaningful to them and help them achieve their goals on the court and in life.
What is Adaptive Tennis?
Adaptive tennis is a form of tennis that provides adaptations for people with disabilities to learn, play, and compete in the sport. Whether it’s differentiated instruction, adjusting the number of bounces, or creating a supportive and rehabilitative environment, JTCC utilizes research and experienced coaches to provide adaptations for all players to feel successful playing tennis.
Why JTCC?
“The philosophy of our adaptive tennis programs at JTCC is to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities by providing opportunities for players to engage with tennis in ways that are meaningful to them – whether it’s finding a community, competing in a tournament, or getting some exercise, we are here to help you achieve your goals on court.”
– Gabby Hesse, Head of Wheelchair & Adaptive Tennis
Spring Session IV Schedule
Session IV runs Monday, April 1 – Sunday, June 9. Please see the class description for dates that the class will be held and any cancellations due to special events/holidays.
Special Olympics Tennis (Session IV) | Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | CLASS FULL – WAITLIST ONLY
Dates: April 7 (weather permitting), April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5, May 19, June 2, June 9 – no class May 12 (Mother’s Day) or May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend).
For players with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Players do not have to be registered with Special Olympics Maryland in order to participate.
Para Standing Tennis (Session IV) | Saturdays 11:00-12:30pm
Dates: April 6, April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8
For players with limb loss/differences and/or limited mobility (Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke) who prefer to play standing
JTCC/MNRH Junior Wheelchair Tennis Practice (Session IV) | Sundays 1:00-2:30pm
Dates: April 7 (weather permitting), April 14, April 21 (weather permitting), April 28, May 5, May 19, June 2 – no class May 12 (Mother’s Day), May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend/Sectional Wheelchair Tennis Camp), or June 9 (Richmond River City Slam Wheelchair Tournament).
For junior players 15 & under who want to learn and play tennis
Tennis wheelchairs are available but limited based on size inventory and are given first come, first served in order of registration.
JTCC/MNRH Beginner Wheelchair Tennis Fundamentals Practice (Session IV) | Sundays 1:00-2:30pm
Dates: April 7 (weather permitting), April 14, April 21 (weather permitting), April 28, May 5, May 19, June 2 – no class May 12 (Mother’s Day), May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend/Sectional Wheelchair Tennis Camp), or June 9 (Richmond River City Slam Wheelchair Tournament).
Great for beginner and intermediate adult players who are looking to learn the sport and get a workout in! This class will focus on movement skills while covering tennis fundamentals.
Tennis wheelchairs are available but limited based on size inventory and are given first come, first served in order of registration.
JTCC/MNRH High Performance Wheelchair Tennis Practice (Session IV) | Sundays 2:30-4:30pm
Dates: April 7 (weather permitting), April 14, April 21 (weather permitting), April 28, May 5, May 19, June 2 – no class May 12 (Mother’s Day), May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend/Sectional Wheelchair Tennis Camp), or June 9 (Richmond River City Slam Wheelchair Tournament).
Invite-only class for dedicated tournament-level players interested in high performance fitness and training. This class will focus on advanced matchplay strategies leading up to the start of the tournament season.
Volunteer
Volunteering opportunities are available for clinics and special events in all adaptive tennis programs at JTCC. To sign up for volunteering, create a POINT account and request to join the organization “JTCC”. All adult volunteers (18+) are required to complete USTA Safe Play certification before volunteering. Upon completion, volunteers can email ghesse@jtcc.org a screenshot of the completion.
