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Published 9/17/25 11:18AM

Buddy Up Tennis

Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Grand Rapids, MI
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Start Date:
    October 4, 2025, 10:15 AM GMT-4
    End Date:
    November 22, 2025, 11:45 AM GMT-5
    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    To help build a bond with the Athlete you are paired with, Buddy Volunteers are encouraged to attend 75% of the dates.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    160
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Disability, Education, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Buddy Volunteers are required to register on Sign Up Genius, complete a background check, and fill out a Buddy Application.

    Description

    Buddy Up Tennis

    Buddy Up Tennis is a weekly tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome. The program allows Athletes with Down syndrome (ages 5+) to progress at their own pace to play competitively. Athletes are partnered with Buddy Volunteers (ages 14+) to provide support, develop friendships, and reinforce the tennis Coaches’ instructions. No tennis experience is required to volunteer! This program is on Saturdays at MVP Athletic Club (115 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids MI 49525) from 10:15am-11:45am. It starts on October 4th and goes until November 22nd.

    Location

    On-site

    MVP Athletic Club

    115 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    • Registration: Please register on SignUpGenius for the dates you are available to volunteer.
    • Background Check: Volunteers who are 18+ are required to complete a background check as part of the Buddy Application Process. Please click HERE to complete your background check and review some protocols. All Buddies will receive a team t-shirt if their background check is complete.
    • Volunteer Training: Please plan to join us for our Buddy Bootcamp (volunteer training) on 10/4 at 9am, right before the first session. This is a great opportunity to learn helpful tips and procedures that will ensure your volunteer experience is both successful and enjoyable.
    • Buddy Resource Hub: All Buddies are encouraged to check out our Resource Hub for additional support to enhance your experience as a Buddy. Click HERE to check it out. The password is 21Buddyten.
    • Application and Release: Please complete the Buddy Up Tennis Buddy Application and Release
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