“Tennis for Tourette’s” empowers and supports children with Tourette Syndrome in
Texas through the positive impact of tennis. Home | Tennis for Tourettes
Private tennis lessons are free for children and families living with TS.
Tennis can be an excellent sport for individuals with Tourette Syndrome. Using tennis to
help children with TS involves leveraging the physical, mental, and social benefits of the
sport to enhance their overall well-being.

1. Physical Activity
Engaging in physical exercise can help reduce the severity of tics in some individuals.
The physical exertion and focus required in tennis can act as a form of distraction,
potentially leading to fewer or less severe tics.

2. Skill Development
Tennis helps improve coordination, fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, which
can be beneficial for individuals with Tourette’s who might struggle with motor control.

3. Focus and concentration
The sport demands a high level of concentration and strategic
thinking. This intense focus can sometimes help manage tics by redirecting mental
energy towards the game. Teaching children techniques to stay focused can also help
them manage their symptoms in other areas of life.

4. Routine and structure
The structured environment of tennis practice and matches can
provide a sense of routine and stability, which can be comforting and beneficial for
individuals with Tourette’s.

5. Social interaction
Engaging in physical exercise can help reduce the severity of tics in some individuals.
The physical exertion and focus required in tennis can act as a form of distraction,
potentially leading to fewer or less severe tics.

6. Stress Relief
Physical activity, including tennis, is known to reduce stress and anxiety, which are often
associated with an increase in tic severity.

7. Individual Pace

Tennis can be played at various levels of intensity and can be adjusted to suit the needs
and abilities of the individual, allowing them to progress at their own pace.

8. Positive Reinforcement
Celebrating achievements and progress in tennis can boost self-
esteem and provide a sense of accomplishment. Positive reinforcement from coaches
and
peers helps children build confidence and resilience.

9. Adaptable play
Tennis can be played at various levels of intensity and can be adjusted to suit the needs
and abilities of the individual, allowing them to progress at their own pace.

10. Therapeutic environment
Creating a safe and supportive environment on the tennis
court, where children feel comfortable expressing themselves and receiving
encouragement, can enhance their overall well-being.

• Sign Up for Private Lessons through Tennis for Tourette’s
• Fire Truck Park 3743 Garnet St. Houston TX 77005
• For those without Tourette’s Syndrome, we provide lessons at a rate of $30/hr., with all payments directed to the Tourette Texas Foundation
• All skill levels, any age welcome
• All equipment provided

To sign up, email tennisfortourettes@gmail.com or fill out our contact form.
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