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NJTL was founded by Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell and Sheridan Snyder in 1969 for the purpose of reaching out to underprivileged youth through recreational programs, and to assist in providing a strong foundation of positive attributes such as sportsmanship, self-esteem and respect.  Through tennis, the organization reaches out to those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to learn and play tennis.  This instills in youngsters the values of humanitarianism, leadership and academic excellence and gives them the opportunity to develop skills they can enjoy for a lifetime.

Program Information

The NJTL program provides seven weeks of top-notch tennis instruction, team and individual match play competition, life skills and mentorship, reading and reflective writing activities, information and knowledge about Arthur Ashe’s historical life and legacy,  city-wide team and individual  tournament, a free t-shirt and the opportunity to compete in the Arthur Ashe essay and art contest.

Program Specifics

• Dates: Monday – Friday, June 25 – August 9, 2012
• Time:  9 AM – 12 PM for beginners; 1 PM – 4 PM for intermediate and advanced players
• Eligibility:  Children ages 7 – 17
• Where:  Playground, parks & recreation centers throughout Philadelphia
• Program Fees:  Individual ($150); Family of 2 ($250); Family of 3 ($300)
• Scholarships are awarded to families who prove household income at or below USDA swap income guidelines.  Each child will pay a flat rate of $35 per participant which is equal to $1/day.

Refund Policy:  Refunds are given for site cancellations only

Download a Scholarship Form.

To register for the sites listed below, please click here or download this registration form

North Region

• Ardmore Recreation Center (122 Ardmore Ave. 19003)
• Germantown Friends School (31 West Coulter St. 19144)
• Girard College (2101 S. College Ave. 19130)
• La Salle University (1900 W. Olney Ave. 19141) – Advanced Only

South Region

• FDR Park (2000 Pattison Ave. 19145) – Advanced Only
• Markward Playground (400-16 Taney St. 19146)
• Seger Playground (1000-42 Lombard St. 19147)

West Region

• Drexel University (4400 Powelton Ave. 19104)
• Garden Court (4700 Spruce St. 19143)

Northeast Region

• Boyle Recreation Center (13024 Stevens Rd. 19116)
• Fox Chase Playground (7901 Ridgeway St. 19111)
• Jardel Recreation Center (1400 Cottman Ave. 19111)
• Palmer Playground (3035 Comly Rd. 19154)
• McArdle Recreation Center (2801 Welsh Rd. 19136)
• Northeast High School (1601 Cottman Ave. 19111) – Adv. Only
• Torresdale Playground (9550 Frankford Ave. 19114)
• Wissinoming Playground (5801 Frankford Ave. 19135)

Northwest Region

• Allens Lane (601 Allens Lane. 19119)
• Enon Baptist Church (2800 W. Cheltenham Ave. 19150)
• Fern Hill Park (4751 Wissahickon Ave. 19144)
• Finley Recreation (7701 Mansfield Ave.. 19150)
• Roxborough High School (6498 Ridge Av. 19128)
• Sturgis Playground (200 65^thAve. 19126)
• Water Tower (200 E. Hartwell Lane. 19118)
• Simons Recreation Center (7200 Woolston St. 19138)

To register for the sites listed below, please click here or download this registration form

North Region

• Hunting Park (900 W. Hunting Park Ave. 19140)
• Mander Playgorund (2140 N. 33^rd St. 19121)
• Penrose Playground (1101 W. Susquehanna Ave. 19132)

South Region

• Barry Playground (1800 Johnston St. 19145)
• Finnegan Playground (6900 Grovers Ave. 19142)

West Region

• Bill Johnson Tennis Courts (5300 Parkside Ave. 19131)
• Christy Recreation Center (728 S. 55^th St. 19143)
• Cobbs Creek Tennis Courts  (6300 Christian St. 19143)
• Myers Recreation Center (5800 Chester Ave. 19143)

Northwest Region

• Awbury Recreation Center (6101 Ardleigh St.. 19138)