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

 

Fall 2024 – Spring 2025 Programs

  • Veterans Tennis Corps| Thursdays 12:00-2:00 pm
  • Special Olympics Junior Adaptive Tennis | Saturdays 9:30-11:00 am
  • Special Olympics Adult Adaptive Tennis | Saturdays 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
  • Para Standing Tennis | Saturdays 2:30-4:00 pm
  • Veterans Practice & Play | Saturdays 1:00-2:30 pm
  • JTCC/MNRH Junior Wheelchair Tennis | Sundays 1:00-2:30 pm
  • JTCC/MNRH Beginner Adult Wheelchair Tennis | Sundays 1:00-2:30 pm
  • JTCC/MNRH Advanced Wheelchair Practice & Play | Sundays 2:30-4:00 pm

Click here to register for JTCC adaptive tennis programs, or select a program below to learn more!

 

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.