Tennis doesn't just offer people the chance to develop their fitness and coordination, but also to build social skills, confidence, self esteem and independence. Tennis can be adapted according to a player's ability so Mini Tennis with low compression balls and smaller courts might be more up your street, or you might prefer to try out Cardio Tennis to get your heart pumping.
Disabled people can play against their able-bodied friends or family and more and more clubs across the country are now running inclusive sessions.
If you would rather come along to an organised event for your first time on court, then you can attend one of the Tennis Foundation's many camps or festivals to get a feel for the sport with qualified coaches and staff.Wheelchair tennis camps are run by the Tennis Foundation nationwide throughout the year as well as camps and tournaments for those who are deaf or have a learning disability.
If you are visually impaired you can order specially-made ‘soundballs’ from the Tennis Foundation and take these down to your local court and play. Contact the Disability Team to purchase them.
Find out more about performance tennis in Great Britain.
Find out about upcoming events and tournaments.
Find out more about the grants The Dan Maskell Tennis Trust has available for players and places to play.