One of the fastest growing wheelchair sports in the world, wheelchair tennis integrates very easily with the non-disabled game since it can be played on any regular tennis court, with no modifications to rackets or balls. Wheelchair tennis players are allowed two bounces of the ball (the second bounce may also occur outside the court) and therefore can play against other wheelchair tennis players, and alongside or against non-disabled friends and family. We also use specifically designed wheelchairs to enhance movement and play.
Sessions Available
Wheelchair Tennis– every Saturday at David Lloyd MK from 5.30 to 6.30pm. Coach Justin Brooke
Sessions for the upcoming half-term run from Saturday 10th May – 24th May with the 2nd half-term running from Saturday 7th June – 12th July
Children’s Wheelchair Tennis – every Thursday at David Lloyd MK from 4.30-5.30pm.
Sessions start on Thursday 5th June – 17th July.
The sessions are run weekly and it is advised that you attend as many as possible so that you see an improvement in your game, ‘practice makes perfect’!
We will provide all of the necessary equipment you will need to take part including rackets, balls and tennis wheelchairs. You will need to wear something comfortable to play in.
David Lloyd MK, Livingstone Drive, Newlands, Milton Keynes, MK15 0DL. Tel: 0845 1296807
David Lloyd MK has the following disabled access and facilities:
- Disabled parking
- Non-assisted (full) wheelchair access
- Facilities for the mobility impaired
- Accessible toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Staff assistance
- Drop down / low counter lap trays
- Customer accessible lift
David Lloyd Milton Keynes is unfortunately not on a general bus routes, but the following alternative is available:
Milton Keynes Community Transport
Another alternative to mainstream public transport is Milton Keynes Community Transport.
This is a service provided for disabled residents of Milton Keynes who are unable to use mainstream public transport.
- If you are registered blind/severely sight impaired.
- If you receive the higher rate of either the mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance.
- If you receive a war Pensions Mobility Supplement.
- If you have a disabled Blue Badge.
- If you are a wheelchair user unable to transfer from your wheelchair to a saloon car.
They may also accept applications from residents who have learning difficulties or a mental disability that would make it unsafe for them to use a bus. Please contact them for further information on the telephone number below.
The cost of this service is £2.65 return or £1.50 single.
For more information, or to register please either telephone 01908 266950 or go to the website http://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/streets-transport-and-parking/bus-travel/other-transport-services/milton-keynes-community-transport
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