Wheel Chair Tennis

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How to Play Wheelchair Tennis

Wheelchair sports are becoming increasingly popular among permanent wheelchair users. Since they know they are paralyzed for life, they learn to accept this fact and try to live their life to its fullest. Among wheelchair sports, wheelchair tennis is gaining widespread popularity because it’s not only enjoyable but also an excellent upper-body exercise. It is equally common among men and women and many organizations hold annual as well as international wheelchair tennis events and competitions for the entertainment of disabled persons.

Wheelchair tennis is very much similar to conventional tennis with a few exceptions. There is a net between the two players, and they take turns throwing the ball to their opponent with the help of a racket. The game is played a little slower than normal tennis because the person has to move his/her wheelchair to the point where the ball has arrived and then hit it. A few rules are added like a standard wheelchair height and length of the court may also be reduced for the ease of wheelchair users.
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Since wheelchair tennis does not require a lot of movement, many wheelchair-bound people are entering this sport at an international level. They try to master their game while playing at local competitions and then apply for Paralymics, which is another name for Olympics for physically challenged persons. One can also practice at home by asking a caretaker or a guardian to assist them during the game.

Special wheelchairs are available for those who wish to take part in physical activities. These wheelchairs are lightweight, easy to handle and very strong. They come with some extra features to facilitate the user during the game like some digital controls. For placing rackets, balls and other equipment, a tote bag or knapsack can be bought to be attached to the wheelchair for handy use. Similarly, wheelchair gloves can be used to make movement easier. Other wheelchair accessories are available online for purchase which may facilitate the users during their game of wheelchair tennis.

Anyone with a minor to severe physical injury can take part in wheelchair tennis. All you need to do is get in touch with your local wheelchair sports consultants and ask them to enroll you into one of their programs. You will have to buy a special wheelchair for yourself and practice it well before entering a competition. Another way is to search for wheelchair sports in your area online and getting in contact with the site administrators.