Our Inclusive Tennis Academy (ITA) provides individualised and supportive tennis and gross motor programs for children and young people with disability through a combined approach of Physiotherapy and specialised tennis coaching.
- Bridging the gap between early intervention physiotherapy and competitive sport for children and young adults with disability.
- Providing support to children and young adults with disability to access pathways to competitive tennis for IDA (Intellectual Disability & Autism), Para-standing, Wheelchair and DHoH (Deaf, Hard of Hearing) tennis categories.
- Raising awareness and development of tennis pathways among young people with disability.
Who can participate in ITA programs?
ITA programs are suitable for all ages and all ability levels. Our team provides individualised programming specific to the unique needs of our clients to support them to achieve their goals, whether that be taking their first steps, participation in a social game of tennis, or playing in their first competitive tennis tournament.
What is typically included in an ITA program?
ITA programs are designed specific to the individual by our Physiotherapy team. Depending on the goals you wish to achieve, your program may include:
~ 1:1 Physiotherapy sessions (court, gym and/or pool based sessions)
~ Small group Physiotherapy sessions
~ 1:1 tennis coaching sessions
~ Small group tennis coaching sessions
~ 1:1 therapy assistant sessions
An initial session with one of our Physiotherapists for assessment and planning in collaboration with your goals and your medical or allied health team is required on commencement of your program.
We offer a free 10 minute phone consultation to discuss our services and if they might be right for you or your family member.
Contact us here to book your initial phone call or express your interest for our 2026 program openings.
What are the categories of Inclusive or All Abilities Tennis?
Intellectual, Disability and Autism (IDA) Tennis
- II-1 : Intellectual Disability
- II-2 : Intellectual and Physical Disability
- II-3 : Autism
Wheelchair Tennis
- Open division: Lower-limb impairment
- Quad division: Impairment in at least three limbs
Para-standing Tennis : for people with a physical disability who play tennis in standing
- PST 1: Single ar
- m disability or similar
- PST 2: Below knee amputee, mild cerebral palsy, mild hemiplegia
- PST 3: Above knee amputee, double arm amputee, moderate cerebral palsy, moderate hemiplegia
- PST 4: Achondroplasia
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Tennis (DHoH)
Blind and Low Vision Tennis (BLV)
Funding Options
Some of our services may be eligible for the following funding options:
- NDIS : For participants with plans that include Physiotherapy, Therapy Assistance, Social and Community activities. NDIA approval or confirmation may be required.
- Private health rebates : Extras Cover that includes Physiotherapy may provide rebates to be reimbursed for Physiotherapy led sessions.
- Medicare : Medicare for EPC programs provided by General Practitioner for Physiotherapy may provide rebates to be reimbursed for Physiotherapy led sessions.
For more information contact us on 0400 422 492 or email [email protected]
