Diede de Groot
Tennis Academy
The Diede de Groot Academy supports young people with physical disabilities through wheelchair tennis worldwide. In addition to sports training, the academy focuses on building self-confidence, resilience, and personal growth. We do this by organizing training sessions, camps, and events for young, talented children with disabilities and their coaches. Founder Diede de Groot – multiple Paralympic champion – believes that sport is a powerful key to equal opportunities.
Our Mission
Creating tennis opportunities for young people with disabilities.
Promoting equal opportunities on and off the court.
Building an inspiring and inclusive wheelchair tennis community.
By supporting the development of coaches, we contribute to sustainability within the sport of tennis.
“I realize how special the opportunities are that I’ve been able to seize. I’ve done a lot on my own, but never without support.”
For players:
Diede de Groot Academy – where talent grows into top-level sport
At the Diede de Groot Academy, young players get the unique opportunity to learn from one of the greatest role models in tennis. Diede shares her knowledge, experience, and mindset to inspire and empower the next generation.
Through inspiring masterclasses, intensive training camps, and personal guidance, the Academy helps players bring out the best in themselves, both on and off the court. From technical tips to mental resilience, from match experience to handling pressure: everything needed to grow into a complete athlete.
For coaches:
Become a wheelchair tennis specialist and make a difference
The demand for well-trained wheelchair tennis coaches is growing rapidly, and at the Diede de Groot Academy, coaches get the chance to take the lead. Under the guidance of Diede de Groot, coaches learn everything about the techniques, tactics, and coaching approaches that are specific to wheelchair tennis.
Through hands-on workshops, online knowledge sessions, inspiring clinics, and videos, expertise is expanded, and coaches contribute to a sports world where everyone can truly take part.
Partners
Just like a top athlete, an Academy also needs a strong team: a team you can rely on, that inspires trust, and that does everything to achieve great results together. Thanks to the dedication and commitment of our partners, we can give young tennis players the opportunity to develop their full potential and pursue their dreams.
Invest in the future of new champions
The Diede de Groot Academy was founded entirely on the philosophy of Johan Cruyff. Support the Cruyff Foundation and help give children the opportunity to play sports, be active, and further develop themselves. With a donation, you contribute to the social program of the Diede de Groot Academy
Founder Diede de Groot
Meet Diede de Groot, the world’s best wheelchair tennis player, multiple Grand Slam and Paralympic champion, and an unstoppable force on and off the court. With her passion, resilience, and unmatched talent, Diede is redefining the sport and inspiring the next generation to dream without limits.
"Dream Without Limits."
Contact
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