Empowering and supporting children with Tourette syndrome through the positive impact of tennis

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Tennis for Tourette’s

Our mission is to empower and support children with Tourette syndrome through the positive impact of tennis. We aspire to enhance the quality of life, reduce stigma, and foster a supportive tennis environment for children impacted by Tourette’s in our community.

Important facts
Why bring awareness

Meet The Instructors & Founders

Dalia

Dalia attends Wellesley College (’27) and is co-captain of the Wellesley tennis team

Nadia

Nadia attends  Tufts University (’28) and plays for the Tufts Women’s tennis team.

Shiv

Shiv attends St. John’s School (’26) in Houston and is co-captain of the Boys Varsity tennis team.

Meet our founders and instructors, Dalia, Nadia, and Shiv Khera. Driven by their passion for tennis and a desire to support their community, the Khera siblings embarked on a journey to raise funds and awareness while creating a welcoming environment for children with Tourette’s to express their enthusiasm for the sport.

All three siblings have been playing tennis for over a decade, viewing the tennis court as a source of joy and a welcome escape from school. The sport has instilled in them numerous values, particularly the significance of inclusivity, hard work, passion, and dedication. Tennis has gifted them countless memories and friendships, remaining an integral part of their lives.

Tennis can be an excellent sport for individuals with Tourette syndrome. Using tennis to help children with Tourette syndrome involves leveraging the physical, mental, and social benefits of the sport to enhance overall well-being.

Upcoming events & private lessons

Private Lessons & Events

All lessons are free of charge, and we invite you to make a donation to the Tourette Texas Foundation. We also offer private lessons, and lessons for those without Tourette syndrome at a rate of $30/hr., with all payments directed to the Tourette Texas Foundation. To sign up, email us at tennisfortourettes@gmail.com or fill out our contact form.

Racquets for a Reason - 2025 Gala

Thursday, January 30th @ 7PM

Houston Country Club
1 Potomac Drive · Houston, Texas 77057

Join Tennis for Tourette’s at Racquets for a Reason, the Tourette Association of America – Texas Chapter’s annual gala.

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Private Lessons

  • Fire Truck Park 3743 Garnet St. Houston TX 77005
  • For those with Tourette’s, free of charge
  • All skill levels, any age welcome
  • All equipment provided
Get in touch about lessons

Private Lessons

  • Fire Truck Park 3743 Garnet St. Houston TX 77005
  • For those without Tourette’s Syndrome, we provide lessons at a rate of $30/hr., with all payments directed to the Tourette Texas Foundation
  • All skill levels, any age welcome
  • All equipment provided
Get in touch about lessons

Support Our Mission

There are many ways to support us!

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Make a monetary donation to help sponsor a child’s lesson or purchase gear

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Dalia

Dalia Khera attends Wellesley College (’27) and is co-captain for the Wellesley Woman’s tennis team. She is majoring in history while completing pre-medical requirements with the aspiration of pursuing a career in medicine. As co-captain of the Wellesley Women’s tennis team, Dalia has demonstrated her leadership and commitment to academics, earning honors such as the 2024 ITA Scholar Athlete and the 2024 NEWMAC All-Sportsmanship award. Passionate about making a difference, she is dedicated to working with underserved populations and actively engages with her community to create positive change. Dalia enjoys utilizing her tennis skills to support individuals in need, embodying her belief in the power of sport to foster connection and empowerment.

Nadia

Nadia Khera attends Tufts University (’28) and is a recruited player for the Tufts Women’s tennis team. She plans to study pre-medical courses, pursuing a career in medicine eventually, while bringing her competitive spirit and leadership skills from her role as co-captain of her varsity high school tennis team to the Tufts Women’s tennis team. Nadia has been honored in the past with the St. John’s School Breakout Athlete of the Year, the Southwest Preparatory Conference All Zone Player, and the All-Southwest
Preparatory Conference Award, recognizing her dedication and achievements in the sport. Committed to making a positive impact, she aims to use her tennis skills to contribute to her community and inspire others through her passion for both sports and service.

Shiv

Shiv Khera attends St. John’s School (’26) in Houston and has been an avid tennis player since the age of six. Currently serving as co-captain of the St. John’s Boys varsity tennis team, Shiv demonstrates leadership and dedication both on and off the court. He is actively involved in multiple community projects that leverage his passion for tennis to make a positive impact. Through his initiatives, Shiv aims to inspire others and promote values of teamwork, perseverance, and service, to make a difference in the community at large.

Donation Disclaimer

If you are interested in donating to Tennis for Tourette’s, first of all, thank you! We are accepting donations through the Tourette Association of America – Texas Chapter website. When donating, please note that the donation is for Tennis for Tourette’s. Thank you!

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