Visually Impaired Tennis Volunteer

Volunteers needed for VIPA Tennis sessions!

VIPA is a new community organisation that supports blind and partially sighted people by providing opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity. Our aim is to help people stay active, build confidence, and connect with others.

Whether you love tennis or just want to give back to your community, join us as a volunteer at our tennis sessions – specially designed for blind and visually impaired players. No experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn!

Reasonable expenses can be reimbursed.

What you’ll do: • Assist players on and off the court, i.e. meeting players at reception and showing them to the courts. Helping players find their belongings, the changing rooms. • Help set up the tactile court • Collecting balls and giving them to players when they are serving. • Support a fun, safe, and inclusive sporting environment

You’ll be part of a welcoming team, gain valuable experience, and help make sport accessible to all.

Skills

Good communication Willingness to learn Sense of humour Empathy


Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Inclusive Volunteering Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Written role description

Application Process

  • Application Form
  • Informal Discussion
  • References
  • Trial Period

When can I volunteer?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No Yes No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Our 2-hour sessions are held twice monthly on a Saturday afternoon. They run either from 2 – 4pm or 3:30 – 5:30pm, depending on the session.


Location

Heaton Tennis and Squash Club
Garth Barn Close, Emm Lane
Heaton
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD9 5PH


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