Tennis

About the Sport

Founded in 1976, wheelchair tennis is one of the fastest growing wheelchair sports throughout the world. Wheelchair tennis integrates very easily with the able-bodied game, with the only exception being that the wheelchair tennis player is allowed two bounces of the ball as opposed to one.

How to get involved

Wheelchair Sports Victoria coordinates a weekly coaching program at Albert Park Reserve , which is attended by a number of players throughout metropolitan areas. There are 40 two hour sessions held each year on Tuesday night's between 7.30pm-9.30pm. 

All coaching sessions are coordinated by Australian Paralympic Coach, Mr. Greg Crump as well as former Paralympian, Mr. Anthony Bonaccurso.

An annual Development Camp is also coordinated for all wheelchair tennis players over a weekend in Phillip Island, which is usually held in November. The aim of this program is to provide an intensive training session in preparation for the summer season. 

Major Events

Wheelchair Sports Victoria currently hosts two wheelchair tennis events in conjunction with Tennis Victoria. Both of these events are part of the NEC International Tennis Federation Calendar and attract over 30 players throughout Australia and overseas. These events include:

• Victorian Hardcourts (April 19 & 20) Albert Park
• Victorian Open (October 11 & 12) Bendigo

For Further information regarding wheelchair tennis, please contact WSV.