Comedian Adam Hills & doubles star Alicia Barnett take on wheelchair tennis with Paralympian Dahnon Ward
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Comedian, presenter and para standing tennis star Adam Hills has teamed up with some familiar faces to showcase accessible forms of our sport in our latest video series.
The series will shine a light on wheelchair tennis, para standing tennis, visually impaired tennis and walking tennis – showing you how they work and how you can get involved.
In episode one, Adam is joined by former British doubles No.1 Alicia Barnett for a wheelchair tennis masterclass with ParalympisGB star Dahnon Ward.
Wheelchair tennis: things to remember
- Anyone with a physical impairment can play
- You don’t have to be a full-time wheelchair user to play
- You’re allowed up to two bounces
- Whatever your level – anyone can get involved
Dahnon takes Alicia through different elements of the game, from moving around the court in a chair to playing groundstrokes and even hitting a serve.
Watch as the Billie Jean King Cup star works on the key skills of wheelchair tennis and gains a newfound appreciation for the sport.
Want to play wheelchair tennis?
Inspired by the Paralympics and want to start playing wheelchair tennis?
Find out more about wheelchair tennis and how you can get involved. Use our helpful map to find your nearest venue offering wheelchair tennis sessions.
