Learning Disability tennis

When it comes to tennis, a learning disability includes conditions such as Down’s Syndrome, Asperger’s Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). 

We understand that each person’s learning disability has different symptoms and characteristics, so our expert coaches tailor each session to suit their client’s needs. 

Who can compete in Learning Disability tennis? 

For those looking to compete, criteria for entry are connected to the person’s IQ, with anyone with an IQ of less than 75 eligible.  

Want to start competing? Check out our Disability Competitions Calendar to find out how you can get involved. 

Who knows, you could even end up representing Great Britain at the Special Olympics or compete at the Virtus World Championships! 

Game on (Performance Pathway)

Want to take your game to the next level? We’re here to support you on every step of your path to becoming the best player you can be – whether you’re looking to become a regular competitor or go on to become the next international disability tennis star.

Find out more about disability tennis, our different player developmental pathways and programmes, national and international competitions, and how we can support you on your journey.

Read more about our Disability Tennis Performance Pathway

What's sensory tennis?

Sensory tennis is a set of activities designed by Sense and the LTA in partnership to make tennis accessible for people with complex disabilities.

There are lots of ways to make tennis more inclusive for disabled people – you can make adaptations like using a ball with a bell in it, or making the court smaller. For people with complex disabilities, it’s often the concept of rules, tactics and aims of the game that can be a barrier to participating. Find out more about sensory tennis at the page below.

Sensory tennis