30/10/2026
Sport Event Report – ACE Academy, Heraklion, Greece
As part of INSPIRA’s series of Multiplier Sport Events, ACE Tennis & Padel Academy organised a two-day initiative focused on promoting accessibility, inclusion and equal opportunities in tennis for people with disabilities. The initiative included 16 participants and demonstrated how tennis can be adapted to accommodate different physical abilities, creating a welcoming and supportive sporting environment for all.
Throughout the two-day event, participants engaged in practical tennis sessions, including wheelchair tennis activities, supported by coaches and academy staff.
The sessions focused on:
• Introducing participants to adapted tennis techniques and activities.
• Encouraging active participation, confidence and social interaction.
• Promoting cooperation between participants with different abilities.
• Raising awareness of inclusive coaching practices and accessible sporting opportunities.
The initiative provided valuable practical experience in the implementation of inclusive tennis activities within a grassroots sports academy. It also offered an opportunity to observe participants' engagement, identify practical considerations for adapted coaching and encourage greater awareness of disability inclusion in sport. The event highlighted the potential of tennis to support social integration, personal development and equal participation.
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