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Buddy Up Tennis Program

Date:

September 20, 2026

We are so excited to share this wonderful opportunity with you! Buddy Up for Life, Inc. is offering a Buddy Up Tennis program starting this month at Springfield College. The program is for individuals ages 5 + and the cost is $25 for the 8-week program.

📍 LOCATION
Springfield College Field House
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109

📅 SESSION DATES
September 20, 27
October 4, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15

🕐 CLINIC TIMES
Sundays 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Buddy Up Tennis is a high-energy fitness and tennis program that builds coordination, confidence, and community through fun drills, match play, and team exercises.

We provide structured growth opportunities, expert-led curricula, and individualized support designed specifically for Athletes with Down syndrome. Athletes are paired with Buddy volunteers, creating a supportive environment where confidence grows, barriers are broken, and societal norms are redefined.

EVERY CLINIC FEATURES:

  • 30 MIN — Fitness conditioning to build strength, coordination, and endurance.
  • 60 MIN — Professional tennis instruction tailored to individual ability levels.
  • One-on-one Buddy support from trained volunteers who provide encouragement and adaptive guidance.

PARTICIPATE (AGES 5+)
ATHLETE COST
$25
8-Week Session
START HERE: https://buddyupforlife.zipsignup.org/register/buddy-up-for-life-athlete-registration

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VOLUNTEER (AGES 14+)
Buddy Boot Camp
Required training:
Sept. 20, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

LEARN MORE & STAY CONNECTED
🌐 BUDDYUPFORLIFE.ORG
@BUDDYUPFORLIFE

PROUDLY PARTNERED WITH: Springfield College

✉️ QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT: SPRINGFIELDTENNIS@BUFORLIFE.ORG

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Joyce Leckey

September 14, 2026

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