Introduction
Gender equality is a critical determinant of health and wellbeing. Females remain under-represented in sport – both on and off the field – in participation, media coverage and leadership positions. These inequalities send a damaging message, not just to our female athletes but to all women and to our society as a whole. Sport provides a valuable setting to change social norms, attitudes and culture to advance gender equality. At the University Tennis Academy, we are in a fortunate position to help facilitate change through our tennis programs at Melbourne University.
Participants will sign up for an 9 week program, undertaking a single 45 minute class per week at their chosen time slot. Classes will run across both University semesters, and are not compulsory to attend, but participants must remain in their initially chosen time slot (with changes to be made for those wishing to continue into semester 2).
Cost: $2.78 per week ($25 upfront for the 9 week program)
Length: 9 weeks during semester 1 2018 (one 45 minute class per week)
Eligibility: Current University of Melbourne Student (with Student ID number). Currently open to females only.
Time: Selected by participant. Options available:
- Tuesday 2pm – 2:45pm
- Tuesday 2:45pm – 3:30pm
- Friday 8:30am – 9:15am
- Friday 9:15am – 10:00am
- Sunday 3:30pm – 4:15pm
- Sunday 4:15pm – 5:00pm