LOCATIONS
Abilities Tennis serves adults and children ages 8 and up with intellectual disabilities. Clinics focus on tennis instruction and fitness. Every athlete is placed on a court according to the player's skill level. Each court has an average 1:1 ratio of coaches and volunteers to athletes. Choose from nearly 30 locations around the state of North Carolina!
This is where tennis begins.
Click on a county or city near you to see details.
- Locations
- Apex
- Asheville
- Belmont
- Brunswick | Southport
- Burlington/Elon University
- Cary
- Chapel Hill
- Charlotte
- Clayton
- Concord
- Durham
- Goldsboro
- Greensboro
- Greenville
- Hendersonville
- Hickory
- High Point
- Lake Junaluska
- Mooresville
- Outerbanks Dare County
- Pinehurst
- Raleigh
- Rocky Mount
- Salem College
- Wake Forest
- Wilmington
- Winston-Salem
- Winston-Salem/Mt. Jubilee
Click on a city or county to see programs available in that area. Don’t see one near you? We’re here to support you! Contact us about starting a new clinic.
Apex Clinics
Apex Clinics are a joint partnership between Apex Parks and Recreation, Western Wake Tennis Association, and ATANC. Participants will have the chance to learn the fundamentals of the game such as backhand, forehand, and groundstrokes. Racquets are provided but are limited, so it is helpful if you can provide your own.
Parents and/or caregivers are asked to stay during the clinic.
2023 Spring Schedule with Coach Nancy King
March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 16, 23, 30 (no clinic 4/9)
Ages 8-15: Sundays, 3:00 – 3:45 pm
Ages 16 and up: Sundays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Location
Apex Community Park
2200 Laura Duncan Rd, Apex, NC 27511
Registration
Clinic registration is through the Town of Apex Parks and Recreation Department. Click HERE to register.
Contact Allie Prelaske at 919-249-3507 for information.
Volunteer Opportunities
We would love to have you help out at the clinics! Please SIGN UP HERE to help at the Abilities Tennis clinics in Cary and/or Apex. Please visit the Western Wake Tennis Association website for more information.
Volunteer Training
If you have not attended a training in the past, you are invited to attend one. There are two trainings offered in the Triangle:
February 25 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
March 4 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
Our volunteers are the backbone of these programs. Thankk you for your help and support!
Asheville Clinics
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina in partnership with Asheville Parks and Recreation and Asheville Community Tennis Association is pleased to present free Abilities Tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
20223 Schedule
Saturdays – March 4, 11, 18, and 25
Location
The Omni Grove Park Inn Indoor Courts
290 Macon Ave. Asheville, NC 28804
Questions? Email Head Coach Wayne Forester at paulwayneforester@yahoo.com or Lou Welch at Lou@atanc.org.
Belmont Clinics
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina in partnership with Belmont Parks and Recreation are pleased to present free tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
2022 Fall Schedule
Sundays, 4:00-5:00 PM
August 28th – October 16
Location
Davis Park Tennis Courts, 204 Park Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
Registration Information
For more information and to register: https://parksrec.egov.basgov.com/belmont
Brunswick Southport Clinics
Two Programs: One for teens and one for adults
Middle and High School Student Clinics
Provided through the county’s Exceptional Children classes. Home schooled teens are also welcome to attend.
Location
Smithville Township District Park
8340 SE River Road
Southport, NC.
Middle school honors students from our PEGASUS program will be there to help our adult volunteers.
Adult Clinics
Wednesdays at Smithville Park from 10:30AM – 12:00PM.
For more information contact Karen Holbrook.
Burlington Clinics at Elon University
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina is proud to partner with Elon Univeristy’s Tennis Teams to offer free tennis clinics for athletes with intelectual disabilities. Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
2023 Fall Schedule Coming Soon!
Location
Jimmy Powell Tennis Center on the campus of Elon University
Cary Clinics
Abilities Tennis clinics in Cary are now year-round! Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with Cary Parks and Recreation and Western Wake Tennis Association to host Abilities Tennis clinics for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The clinics are free of charge and open to all players 8 and up.
2022 Fall Schedule
October 1; November 5, 12, 19; December 10 & 19
1:30 – 2:30 pm.
2023 Winter Schedule
Saturdays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
January 7, 21, & 28; February 25
2023 Spring Schedule
Saturdays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
March 4 & 18; April 15 & 29; May 6 & 13
Registration
Click “Specialized Recreation” at this link for more information and to register!
For more information, contact Laura Morton: Laura.Morton@townofcary.org; phone: (919) 462-3961; www.townofcary.org/gold.
Location
All clinics held at Cary Tennis Park, 2727 Louis Stephens Dr., Cary, NC 27519
Volunteer Opportunities
We would love to have you help out at the clinics! Please SIGN UP HERE to help at the Abilities Tennis clinics in Cary and/or Apex. Please visit the Western Wake Tennis Association website for more information.
Volunteer Training
If you have not attended a training in the past, you are invited to attend one. There are two trainings offered in the Triangle:
February 25 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
March 4 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
Our volunteers are the backbone of these programs. Thankk you for your help and support!
Chapel Hill Clinics
Come join us for clinics designed for athletes with intellectual disabilities ages 8 and up. These clinics are run by specially trained coaches and volunteers.
2022 Schedule
Saturdays: August 27, Sept 10, 17, 25, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
Location
The Chapel Hill Tennis Club
403 Westbrook Dr
Carrboro, NC 27510
Registration
Those interested please email Rich Green.
Abilities Tennis of NC is excited to announce new clinics starting this fall in Charlotte! This program is free to Abilities Tennis athletes ages 8 and up and is funded through grants through USTA and donations from individuals, companies and organizations.
2023 Schedule Coming Soon
Location
Blakeney Tennis Club, 10607 Rea Rd., Charlotte, NC 28277
Registration
If you have questions, contact Eden Serekeberhan at edserke9@gmail.com or Lou Welch at Lou@atanc.org.
Volunteers: You may register to volunteer for one or more of the clinics. Each clinic is listed individually. There are 10 spots available. Please cancel your reservation should your plans change. Remember to bring your racquet, a water bottle and towel. Volunteer registration coming soon!
Clayton Clinics
Abilities Tennis clinics for ages 8+ are being offered in partnership with Clayton Parks & Recreation. Participants will learn the fundamentals, play games, and have fun! Parents and/or caregivers are asked to stay during the clinic. Buddy volunteers are provided by local high school athletes and the Clayton Youth Council.
Coach Dawn Kitner will be the head coach. She brings a wealth of tennis knowledge and a ton of fun to the court.
2022 Fall Schedule
Sundays
September 18 & 25; October 9, 16, 23 & 30
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Location
Clayton Community Park Tennis Courts
1075 Amelia Church Road
Clayton, NC
Registration Information
For more information and to register, click here!
Please note: Participants must bring a labeled water bottle. We encourage everyone to wear sunscreen and dress in appropriate athletic attire, including footwear.
Please do not arrive more than 10 minutes early for lessons. For the safety of all participants, we encourage all parents/guardians/caretakers to observe the lessons from their vehicles or lawn chairs outside the fence.
For more COVID-19 safety guidelines from USTA Tennis, please visit: https://www.usta.com/en/home/stay-current/national/usta-statement-on-safety-of-playing-tennis-during-the-covid-19-v.html
In the event of inclement weather, the Recreation Program Coordinator will inform the class about make-up sessions.
By crossing the ‘red line’ and entering the Clayton Community Park Tennis Courts, you are affirming:
– I do not have COVID-19.
– I have not knowingly been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 in the past 7 days.
– I do not have any symptoms of COVID-19 including a temperature/fever or chills.
– I will wear a mask the entire duration of class.
Concord Clinics
FALL 2022
Saturdays, year round, 12 noon – 1 pm
LOCATION
Les Myers Park
338 Lawndale Avenue
Concord, NC 28025
Head Coach Elizabeth Orellana
Email elizabethorellana215@gmail.com to register or volunteer
Duke-Eno Clinics
2023 Schedule to Come!
Location
1102 Morreene Road in Durham
Goldsboro Clinics
Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with Goldsboro Parks and Recreation to bring free Abilities Tennis clinics to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Clinics for all level players ages 5 & up. Racquets, tennis balls, and instruction provided. Come to one or all sessions! All participants must register.
2023 Schedule Coming Soon!
Location
Herman Park
900 Park Ave.
Goldsboro, NC 27533
Email skelly@goldsboronc.gov with any questions.
Greensboro Clinics
2022 Fall Schedule
Sundays, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
Location
Sherwood Swim & Racquet Club, 100 Alma Pinnix Dr.
Registration
Please email Jinni Hoggard to for more information or to register.
Greenville Play Day
with the ECU Women’s Tennis team!
2023 Schedule Coming Soon
Location
River Birch Tennis Center
516 W. Arlington Blvd
Greenville, NC
Hendersonville Clincs
Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with Hendersonville Tennis Association, Hendersonville Country Club, and Hendersonville County Parks & Recreation to bring free Abilities Tennis clinics to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 years and older and all levels of tennis experience are welcome.
Registration
Pre-Registration required for clinics. Please click here to register.
Location
Jackson Park Tennis Courts
1860 Hebron Rd
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Coach Pam Cloer
Schedule for Fall 2022
Mondays, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, & 17
Call Hendersonville Parks and Recreation for more information: 828-697-4884. You can visit the office located at:
708 Glover St, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Monday – Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Abilities Tennis in partnership with the Greater Hickory Tennis Association and Hickory Parks, Recreation, and Sports Tourism bring you free tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities ages 8 and up.
Clinics
Saturdays, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
September 10, 17, 24; October 8
Location
Hickory City Park Tennis Courts
1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
To register, click on the “Tennis” tab at THIS LINK.
High Point Clinics
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina and Guilford Regional Tennis Association in partnership with High Point Parks and Recreation are pleased to present free tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
2023 Schedule Coming Soon
Location
Oak Hollow Tennis Center, 3401 N. Centennial St., High Point, NC
Registration Information
For more information and to register, call Leanne Lyons at 336-883-3481 or email leanne.lyons@highpointnc.gov.
Lake Junaluska Abilities Tennis Tournament
~ Save the date! June 24, 2023 ~
Clinics
Saturdays, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
September 10 – October 29
Location
Lake Junaluska Tennis Courts
77 Memory Lane, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745
- To register as an athlete or volunteer, click HERE.
Volunteer
Please help us share the sport of tennis with our athletes!
Abilities Tennis of NC is proud to partner with the Lake Norman Tennis Foundation and Mooresville Parks and Recreation to bring you free tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities ages 8 and up.
Clinics
Saturdays, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
October 29, November 5, and November 19
Location
War Memorial Center Tennis Courts
220 N. Maple St, Mooresville, NC 28115
To register, click on the “Tennis” tab at THIS LINK.
Volunteers
Please attend the volunteer training on Sunday, September 18, 4:00-6:00 pm. The training will be held on the War Memorial Center Tennis Courts. Come join us to learn more about Abilities Tennis of NC and how to work on the court with our athletes. REGISTER HERE
Outerbanks Dare County Clinics
Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with OBXTA and Dare County Special Olympics to host Abilities Tennis clinics for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The clinics are free of charge and open to all athletes ages 8 years and up.
2023 Schedule Coming Soon!
Location
Kill Devil Hills Parks and Recreation Tennis Courts
602 Mustian St. Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Department to provide free tennis clinics to athletes with intellectual disabilities ages 8 and up.
We welcome all levels of play whether you are just learning the basics or are a seasoned athlete with Special Olympics.
Parents/Caregivers are asked to stay for participants under 18.
2022 Fall Schedule
Wednesday, 5:30-7:00 PM
September 7 – October 19
Please register each participant here under Special Needs Programs.
Location
Tennis Courts, Rassie Wicker Park, Court #1
10 Rassie Wicker Dr
Pinehurst, NC 28374
Please email Nicole Benbow for more information or call 919-856-6710.
Raleigh Tournaments
Click on a tournament for more details.
Winter Chill – Annually on the first Saturday of December
Unified Doubles National Qualifier – Annually in September
Raleigh Clinics
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina and Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources are pleased to present Abilities Tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
2023 Schedule
Saturdays, March 4 – May 13 (NO PRACTICE April 8 or May 6): Courts 1-5
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Head Coach John Richardson
Saturdays, March 4 – May 13 (NO PRACTICE April 8 or May 6): Courts 1-3
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Head Coach Nancy King
Location
Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center
1905 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
Registration
Click this link to register for the clinics. Need help or more information? Call 919-996-2147. If no one answers, please leave a voicemail.
Volunteer
We would love to have you volunteer at the clinics! Help is needed every week. Please plan to attend one of these Coaches/Volunteer Trainings held at Millbrook Exchange Park:
February 25, 2023 (1:00-2:45 pm) Register Here
March 4, 2023 (1:00-3:00 pm) Register Here
We sign Community Service Hours forms. Questions? Please email Lou Welch.
Rocky Mount Clinics
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina and NC Wesleyan College Tennis Teams in partnership with Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation are pleased to present free tennis clinics for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Ages 8 and up. All levels of tennis experience welcome!
2022 Schedule
Sundays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
September 11 – October 30
Location
Bishop Indoor Tennis Facility on the campus of NC Wesleyan College, 28 Tyler Drive, Rocky Mount, NC
Registration
For more information and to register, visit Rocky Mount Parks and Recreation.
Salem College Clinics
Abilities Tennis is proud to partner with Coach Ed Steel and the Salem College Tennis Team along with Winston-Salem Parks & Recreation and Winston-Salem Tennis to host Abilities Tennis Clinics for individuals with intellectual disabilities. These Clinics are free of charge and open to all players ages 8 and up.
2023 Spring Schedule
Saturdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
March 4, 11, 18; April 1, 22, & 29
Location
Salem College Tennis Courts
Registration coming soon!
Wake Forest Clinics
2023 Spring Schedule
Saturdays 4:00 – 5:00 pm
March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 22, 29; May 6
Coaches Maggie Payne and David Marquina
Location
Heritage High Park
1140 Forestville Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Registration (begins January 1, 2023)
Click this LINK to register for the clinics (see “Specialized Recreation”)!
For registration instructions and details on how to create a profile: Click here.
Contact Kelly Schurtz at 919-435-9559 with any questions.
Volunteers
Please sign up here for spring 2023 clinics.
If you have not attended a training in the past, you are invited to attend one. There are two trainings offered in the Triangle:
February 25 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
March 4 at 1:00 pm at Millbrook Exchange Park. Sign up HERE.
Our volunteers are the backbone of these programs. Thank you for your help and support!
Wilmington Tournament – Swing Into Spring
Wilmington Abilities Tennis Clinics
Join the fun and learn to play tennis. All levels from beginner to advanced. Practice includes drills, lessons, and match play.
Clinics are given by specially trained coaches and are open for all persons ages 8 and up with intellectual disabilities.
2023 Fall Clinics Schedule
Thursdays, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm beginning January 19th
Location
Althea Gibson Tennis Comples (Empie Park)
Registration (Athletes must register to participate.)
Email Coach Billie Fitzsimons to register: adaptivetennisWilm@gmail.com
A Medical Waiver is required and will be emailed to you to fill out in advance. (We’ll have them available just in case.)
Questions? Contact Coach Billie Fitzsimons at 910-200-4101.
Volunteer
We would love to have you volunteer at the clinics! Help is needed every week. We sign Community Service Hours forms. Email Coach Billie Fitzsimons to sign up: adaptivetennisWilm@gmail.com.
Volunteer Training
We invite you to attend our volunteer training on Thursday, January 19th, at 3:00 (prior to our first clinic, which will begin at 4:30 pm). Sign up HERE.
Our volunteers are the backbone of these programs. Thankk you for your help and support!
Further questions? Please email Lou Welch.
Winston-Salem Tournament
Winston-Salem Abilities Open – Annual Singles Tournament in April
2023 Spring Schedule Coming!
Location: Taylor Tennis Center, 1421 Lewisville Clemmons Rd., Clemmons, NC
Instructor: Coach David Livengood
Abilities Tennis of NC is proud to partner with Mt. Jubilee Ministries to host Abilities Tennis clinics for individuals in the His Path Developmental Day Program. Charles Hunsucker and his son, Justin Hunsucker, an Abilities Tennis athlete, will coach and lead the clinics.
For more information, visit https://mountjubilee.org/his-path/.
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A PLACE FOR EVERYONE ON THE COURT
From beginner to highly competitive, Abilities Tennis clinics allow players to practice their skills and develop at their own pace.

Provides a transition for athletes who have been successful on Skills Court and want to start playing points. Downsized court boundaries allow athletes to be more successful as they work on developing their foot work. Players learn tennis strategy, begin to serve, and keep perfecting stroke techniques. Singles, Doubles and Unified Doubles play.

Full court tennis practice utilizing the full tennis court and regular tennis balls. Players start with drills to perfect ground strokes, net play, and serves as well as instruction to develop match strategy. The second half of clinic involves Singles, Doubles, and Unified Doubles match play with coach instruction.