What is Inclusive Pickleball / Tennis?

You have the choice between Pickleball or Tennis- feel free to change each week! Both of these sports are inclusive and will allow you to play against your friends and family with and without disabilities. Improve hand-eye coordination, basic racquet skills, and connect with other individuals who love the game of pickleball or tennis.

Who can participate:

Anyone, youth and adult, who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

• Spina bifida
• Spinal cord injury
• Cerebral palsy
• Congenital limb issues
• Amputations
• Leg length discrepancy
• Short stature
• Muscular dystrophy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis
• Motor dyspraxia
• Limited range of motion
• Balance issues
• Post stroke
• Blind and visual impairment
• Down syndrome
• Autism spectrum
• Learning disabilities
• Cognitive impairments
• Low muscle tone
• Other congenital syndromes

Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.

What to bring:

• Water bottle
• Comfortable clothing
• Pickleball paddle (if you have one)
• Sun protection
• Sunscreen and bug spray
• Parent or care partner is welcome to attend

The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.

Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295

In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via Email and Hotline