Published on:
03
May 2012
A group of schoolchildren from Alloa Academy have just completed a tennis training course at Stirling University.
Tennis coaches from across Scotland were learning how to develop tennis for people with learning disabilities.
The event, a UKCC level 3 Coach Education Course, was organised by The Tennis Foundation, with a total of 14 candidates taking part.
Seven pupils from Alloa Academy's Extended ASN section were invited to undergo a free two hours coaching session in tennis to gain experience in the considerations required in coaching children and young people with learning disabilities.
The children gained valuable skills in the sport of tennis, including backhand, forehand, volleys and serve.
Head Teacher at Alloa Academy, Jackie Ebsworth, said: "'The children really enjoyed it and were buzzing when they got back to school. It was a fantastic and enjoyable experience but most importantly, it also proved to be very educational for them.
"All the children who attended had a great time and learned some great tennis skills. The candidates on the course were very supportive of the pupils needs and delivered the sessions accordingly. It was a fantastic learning experience all round for them. "
Jean Duncan, Active Schools Co-ordinator, ASN, was also full of praise for the structure of the session, and the planning which went into it.