Programs

LET’S PLAY!
Within our Health and Wellness Pillar, the Buddy Up Tennis program is a weekly high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down Syndrome ages 5+ (our oldest Athlete is approaching 55!). We enable our Athletes to flourish, succeed, and reach their fullest potential by providing a unique environment that combines tennis, fitness, and social activities through our weekly 90-minute clinics consisting of 30 minutes of fitness conditioning and 60 minutes of professional tennis instruction.
Athletes are partnered with volunteer Buddies to provide support, develop friendships, and reinforce the Coaches’ instructions. Coaches are trained to implement the tennis curriculum specifically created for our Athletes with Down syndrome.
We develop brave athletes on the court with the self-worth and confidence to conquer their challenges and achieve their fullest potential off the court.
“Buddy Up Tennis helped Walter lose over 30 pounds! He continues to do the exercises at home every morning that he learns at clinic. This program even helped him land a part-time job as a Desk Manager Assistant at the Kettering Tennis Center where Buddy Up Tennis is held!” ~Carolyn (Athlete Parent)
“The encouraging atmosphere is the best part of Buddy Up Tennis. I love to play with the Athletes and help them build confidence and have a great time.I wish everyone at my school would take advantage of this opportunity, because it is my favorite part of the week!” ~ Samantha (Buddy

Become an Athlete
- Join a team
- Improve motor skills
- Enhance coordination
- Grow emotionally
- Foster friendships

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive tennis
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
To request more information about Buddy Up Tennis, please reach out below!
Request More TENNIS Information

LET’S WORKOUT!
Within our Health and Wellness Pillar, the Buddy Up Fitness program is an ongoing High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class designed specifically for those with Down syndrome ages 12+. The fitness program combines cardiovascular and strength training elements with particular emphasis on core strengthening. Athletes individually progress through multiple levels of exercises as their endurance and strength improves.
Our Buddy Up Fitness Trainers are Licensed Personal Trainers who have also completed our unique training. Volunteer Buddies oversee each exercise station and work with our Athletes to provide support and feedback, ensure safety, proper technique, and track progress. Fitness exercises consist of a variety of body weight and free-weight movements that allow for the program to be run with minimal use of complex equipment or machines. Buddy Up Fitness is filled with challenges and enjoyment to help our Athletes improve their physical fitness and achieve their personal best.
“Buddy Up Fitness has had a positive impact on Susan. She lost weight and gotten stronger after being involved with the program. This has helped her with her job and her busy weekly schedule. Working hard at each exercise station has improved Susan’s focus and attention to detail. Susan has formed strong bonds with the Fitness team which has improved her confidence.” ~Barbara (Athlete Parent)
“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a Buddy participating with Buddy Up Fitness. I love working with the amazing Athletes and Coaches. I find myself encouraging the Athletes to grow and improve their fitness skills, while simultaneously I am learning from them and their learning styles.” ~Abby (Buddy)

Become an Athlete
- Increase strength & endurance
- Activate abdominal muscles
- Engage multiple muscle groups
- Build self confidence

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive fitness
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
If Buddy Up Fitness is currently not in your location, but you would like to bring the program to your area please reach out
Request More FITNESS Information

LET’S HAVE FUN!
Within our Friendship Pillar, the Buddy Up Summer Camp program is designed to provide our Athletes an additional opportunity to develop their tennis skills, while experiencing new activities, ranging from sports to the arts. We provide a weeklong, half-day camp for Athletes ages 10+ to learn, grow, and explore, with the support of Coaches, volunteer Buddies, and Camp Directors. Exposing our Athletes to new activities is at the heart of Buddy Up Summer Camp and such experiences could consist of any of the following: [keep icons]
“My daughter’s confidence blossomed throughout the week of Summer Camp! It was truly an awesome program!” ~Kyle (Athlete Parent)
“I absolutely love Buddy Up Summer Camp! The connections that I’ve built at camp with Athletes and Buddies will continue well beyond the experience. The mix of tennis and other activities leads to a successful week of learning and fun!” ~Sarah (Buddy)

Become an Athlete
- Join a team
- Improve motor skills
- Experience new activities
- Foster friendships
- Have FUN

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive tennis
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
If Buddy Up Summer Camp is currently not in your location, but you would like to bring the program to your area please reach out!
Request More SUMMER CAMP Information

LET’S LEARN!
Within our Health and Wellness Pillar, the Buddy Up Tennis program is a weekly high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down Syndrome ages 5+ (our oldest Athlete is approaching 55!). We enable our Athletes to flourish, succeed, and reach their fullest potential by providing a unique environment that combines tennis, fitness, and social activities through our weekly 90-minute clinics consisting of 30 minutes of fitness conditioning and 60 minutes of professional tennis instruction.
Athletes are partnered with volunteer Buddies to provide support, develop friendships, and reinforce the Coaches’ instructions. Coaches are trained to implement the tennis curriculum specifically created for our Athletes with Down syndrome.
We develop brave athletes on the court with the self-worth and confidence to conquer their challenges and achieve their fullest potential off the court.
“Buddy Up Tennis helped Walter lose over 30 pounds! He continues to do the exercises at home every morning that he learns at clinic. This program even helped him land a part-time job as a Desk Manager Assistant at the Kettering Tennis Center where Buddy Up Tennis is held!” ~Carolyn (Athlete Parent)
“The encouraging atmosphere is the best part of Buddy Up Tennis. I love to play with the Athletes and help them build confidence and have a great time.I wish everyone at my school would take advantage of this opportunity, because it is my favorite part of the week!” ~ Samantha (Buddy

Become an Athlete
- Join a team
- Improve motor skills
- Enhance coordination
- Grow emotionally
- Foster friendships

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive tennis
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
To request more information about Buddy Up Tennis, please reach out below!
Request More TENNIS Information

LET’S CONNECT!
Within our Health and Wellness Pillar, the Buddy Up Tennis program is a weekly high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down Syndrome ages 5+ (our oldest Athlete is approaching 55!). We enable our Athletes to flourish, succeed, and reach their fullest potential by providing a unique environment that combines tennis, fitness, and social activities through our weekly 90-minute clinics consisting of 30 minutes of fitness conditioning and 60 minutes of professional tennis instruction.
Athletes are partnered with volunteer Buddies to provide support, develop friendships, and reinforce the Coaches’ instructions. Coaches are trained to implement the tennis curriculum specifically created for our Athletes with Down syndrome.
We develop brave athletes on the court with the self-worth and confidence to conquer their challenges and achieve their fullest potential off the court.
“Buddy Up Tennis helped Walter lose over 30 pounds! He continues to do the exercises at home every morning that he learns at clinic. This program even helped him land a part-time job as a Desk Manager Assistant at the Kettering Tennis Center where Buddy Up Tennis is held!” ~Carolyn (Athlete Parent)
“The encouraging atmosphere is the best part of Buddy Up Tennis. I love to play with the Athletes and help them build confidence and have a great time.I wish everyone at my school would take advantage of this opportunity, because it is my favorite part of the week!” ~ Samantha (Buddy

Become an Athlete
- Join a team
- Improve motor skills
- Enhance coordination
- Grow emotionally
- Foster friendships

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive tennis
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
To request more information about Buddy Up Tennis, please reach out below!
Request More TENNIS Information

LET’S DANCE!
Within our Health and Wellness Pillar, the Buddy Up Tennis program is a weekly high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down Syndrome ages 5+ (our oldest Athlete is approaching 55!). We enable our Athletes to flourish, succeed, and reach their fullest potential by providing a unique environment that combines tennis, fitness, and social activities through our weekly 90-minute clinics consisting of 30 minutes of fitness conditioning and 60 minutes of professional tennis instruction.
Athletes are partnered with volunteer Buddies to provide support, develop friendships, and reinforce the Coaches’ instructions. Coaches are trained to implement the tennis curriculum specifically created for our Athletes with Down syndrome.
We develop brave athletes on the court with the self-worth and confidence to conquer their challenges and achieve their fullest potential off the court.
“Buddy Up Tennis helped Walter lose over 30 pounds! He continues to do the exercises at home every morning that he learns at clinic. This program even helped him land a part-time job as a Desk Manager Assistant at the Kettering Tennis Center where Buddy Up Tennis is held!” ~Carolyn (Athlete Parent)
“The encouraging atmosphere is the best part of Buddy Up Tennis. I love to play with the Athletes and help them build confidence and have a great time.I wish everyone at my school would take advantage of this opportunity, because it is my favorite part of the week!” ~ Samantha (Buddy

Become an Athlete
- Join a team
- Improve motor skills
- Enhance coordination
- Grow emotionally
- Foster friendships

Become a Buddy
- Make a difference
- Give back to others
- Grow as an individual
- Meet new people
- Be a role model

Become a Coach
- Lead a team
- Make a difference
- Teach adaptive tennis
- Inspire athletes
- Share your passion
To request more information about Buddy Up Tennis, please reach out below!