Special Olympic Tennis

Thursday, January 22nd from 5:30pm to Thursday, March 26th, 2026 7:00pm
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About

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand and backhand, and court strategies while learning sportsmanship and having fun! 

Obtain 1.5 volunteer hours! 

Please fill out the Special Olympics Class A Volunteer Form and complete the Protective Behaviors Course (approx. 1 hr.) by following the steps on the link below. You will receive an additional 4 hours. Only need to complete once for any Special Olympics Volunteering! Once completed, please send a copy of the certificate and Class A Form to estevensen@ymcasouthflorida.org

https://resources.specialolympics.org/protective-behaviors

Volunteer Roles:  

Volunteers play an essential role in creating a positive and safe experience for our athletes.  

Volunteer roles include:  

  • Assisting participants with drills, gameplay, and understanding rules 

  • Offering encouragement and support throughout practice  

  • Helping with field setup before the session and takedown afterward 

  • Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all athletes 

 

What to Bring & Wear:  

  • Athletic clothing and closed toe athletic shoes (No crop tops or under 5 inch seam shorts) 

  • Sun protection 

  • A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated 

 

No previous experience in tennis or coaching is necessary, just a willingness to be active, supportive, and inclusive. 

 

Please join the band app to receive updates regarding volunteer opportunities. While programming, I do not receive messages via Give Pulse. Either message me on Band or text/call at 954-270-4959. 

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
10500 Taft Street
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center | Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
10500 Taft Street
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center | Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
901 Northwest 208th Avenue
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Rose G. Price Park Tennis Courts

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Special Olympic Tennis5:30pm (ET)7:00pm (ET)
10500 Taft Street
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center | Tennis Courts

Special Olympics Tennis is a unified, inclusive sports program that offers individuals with intellectual disabilities 8 years and up the opportunity to develop tennis skills, build teamwork, and enjoy the spirit of competition in a supportive environment. Athletes work on basic tennis fundamentals such as dribbling, serving, hitting forehand...

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