Despite Storm Darragh roaring outside, the 7th Annual Festival of Inclusive Tennis created a warm and joyful atmosphere, bringing together 35-40 participants for a day filled with tennis, laughter, and connection. Hosted in Cambridge University’s Sports Centre, this year’s event embodied the spirit of inclusion, with attendees of all abilities enjoying the game in a wonderfully relaxed setting.

The event was supported by Rob Ellis, coach at the Cambridge Tennis Academy, who was thrilled by the turnout and the energy of the day. Rob shared:
“It was great to be part of another awesome event on Saturday. We’ve arranged for some participants to come over for a free session, with the hope of welcoming them into future events. The passion and enthusiasm were truly infectious.”

One particularly heartwarming story was a single mum who attended with her two young boys, eager to introduce them to tennis. She described the day as a perfect introduction to the sport, showing how inclusive events like this can spark a lifelong passion for activity and community.
Mark Thornton from of Cambridge Adult Disability Multi Sport (CADMuS) commented on another great event and the positive atmosphere felt by all.
Founder and Chief Ambassador, John, said:
“the festival created a ‘cocoon of joy and happiness’, unaffected by the storm raging outside. It was a space where smiles, camaraderie, and the love for tennis shone brightly, leaving everyone eagerly anticipating next year’s event.”

Power2Inspire would like to extend their thanks to all of the volunteers for their incredible support in making the day such a success.

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