Teach Tennis to Kids with Autism - ACEing Autism South Las Vegas, NV

Overview Looking for volunteers with heart to help us teach tennis to kids with autism in South Las Vegas, NV. No tennis experience is necessary. Our goal is to help these children learn socializing skills, fine & gross motor skills, and gain interest in fitness, which means we have a focus on fun. Volunteers receive training and are paired with a participant to help them through the motions of the game of tennis through various drills and games. We hope that our volunteers and participants form a bond and friendship over the course of our session. Volunteers who return each week find the most value in our volunteer opportunity and will see the strides the athletes make in our program. Responsibilities Receive training and be paired with a participant to guide them through tennis drills and games. Assist children in developing socializing skills, as well as fine and gross motor skills, through engaging activities. Foster a positive, fun, and supportive environment to encourage ongoing participation and progress. Build a consistent relationship with participants; returning volunteers contribute the most value to the program. Qualifications No tennis experience is required. Willingness to work with children with autism in a structured, supportive setting. Schedule Sundays: March 29, April 12, April 26, May 3, May 17 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm Learn more about our program here. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACEing Autism