Our History
Our Vision
Love Serving Autism (LSA) was founded with the mission of enriching the lives of individuals with autism and unique abilities through the lifelong sport of tennis. The first LSA tennis program began at The Palm Beach School for Autism in Lake Worth, Florida, created by Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix, a speech-language pathologist and tennis professional who recognized the powerful connection between movement, communication, and social development. What started as a single program quickly grew as families and communities embraced its impact, leading to expansion across Palm Beach County. In 2019, Love Serving Autism reached a major milestone by partnering with USTA FL for statewide expansion, bringing inclusive, evidence-based tennis programs to even more individuals and communities throughout Florida.
Our Mission
We provide adaptive and inclusive therapeutic racquet sports instruction for children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders and unique abilities to support their developmental needs, enhance physical health and communication, and foster emotional well-being.
Love Serving Autism (LSA) also offers specialized training and education for racquet sports professionals, certified therapists, and volunteers, equipping them to deliver adaptive and inclusive programming effectively.
Serving unique abilities on and off the courts
What we do, and why.
Our founder and CEO, Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix discusses the vision and mission of Love Serving Autism, including her story and personal tennis journey.
Our Team
How can you get involved?
We provide a variety of programs and events through certified coaches and therapists across the country.
Please select your starting journey to learn more.
Our non-profit is funded through grants and the generosity of our community. All funds raised help ensure Love Serving Autism programs are sustained, with a focus on continued programmatic and therapeutic growth.
We welcome you to volunteer at our next event.
