ITA Partnership

leading the way in autism and recreation
ACEing Autism, the leader in autism and recreation, provides a foundation for children to develop essential motor and social skills through tennis. Our program promotes long-term physical activity and social engagement while improving tennis skills, motor function, and social interactions. We assess participants’ progress annually to ensure continuous growth. In partnership with the ITA, you can make a difference both on and off the court, enhancing your athletic journey while fostering personal and professional development.
Benefits of Getting Involved
- Enhances varsity player experience and mindset
- Leadership and volunteer opportunities for student-athletes
- $500 financial incentive to become involved
- Connect with a national network of professionals
- Accredited curriculum
- Meaningful community service opportunities for college teams

How to Get Involved
1. Volunteer at an existing local community program.
2. Develop a new program on campus or in the community
- ACEing provides full guidance and support.
- All equipment, training, and marketing are provided
- Opportunities for extra support: partner with Tennis on
Campus club teams, neurology/medical/kinesiology/physical education academic departments

Steps to Start a Program
Step 1
Review the website, First Serve Manual, and videos to familiarize yourself with ACEing Autism.
4-6 months before launch
4-6 months before launch
Step 2
Complete our Program Director Application and schedule an introduction meeting with our Programs Team.
4-5 months before launch
4-5 months before launch
Step 3
Begin program setup, including marketing, recruiting, and training.
3-4 months before launch
3-4 months before launch
Step 4
Virtual Autism and curriculum training takes place.
1-2 months before launch
1-2 months before launch
Step 5
ACEing Autism conducts in-person training and launches your program.
We’re proud to have already partnered with renowned universities such as UC Berkeley, Georgetown University, Cornell University, and many more. If you are interested in starting your program on campus, please fill out this form to learn more about the process.