Program Information

The Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education Center is one of the country’s most comprehensive indoor tennis facilities. We offer a variety of programs for children and teens of all skill levels.

Our programs use tennis to teach the importance of healthy habits, the benefits of physical fitness, and good nutrition. Our educational programs promote learning and teach life lessons in the relevance of citizenship through character development. We place an emphasis on good sportsmanship in an activity that requires participants to act as their own referees.

Our programs are available year round, both at our center and in neighborhoods throughout the Philadelphia area. The Center features a library and computer classroom and offers a safe place for children to socialize, finish homework, or work out before or after their scheduled clinic.

Session Dates for 2011/2012

* Session 1: September 7, 2011 – October 30, 2011
* Session 2: October 31, 2011 – December 22, 2011
* Session 3: January 3, 2012 – February 26, 2012
* Session 4: February 27, 2012 – April 22, 2012
* Session 5: April 30, 2012 – June 17, 2012

Pre-Session Evaluation Schedule for August 2011

New players and those not registered for the previous session must be evaluation by Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education staff members on August 22, 24, 29, or 31, 2011 between the hours of 3:30pm – 5:30pm.  No appointment needed.

Session 1 Evaluation Schedule (September 7 – October 30, 2011)

Monday – Thursday 5:00pm, 6:00pm, or 7:00pm (No appointment needed)

Program Details

• The Munchkins program is for four to seven year olds and combines both on-court instruction with reading exercises.
• The Junior Development, Junior Competitive and Junior Advanced programs are for eight to eighteen year olds who are beginners, intermediates, or advanced players.
• The Maximum Performance program is for players committed to training and competitive tournaments.

We have a number of programs to interest and encourage young people in tennis at an early age.  These include:

• Future Stars is a 14-month program for high-potential players ages nine to twelve, most of whom come from under-resourced families.
• Community Groups is a program designed for young people from school or neighborhood groups, including special needs populations and children who are home schooled.

Please review our clinic policies prior to registering.

Scholarships are available for eligible students; please stop by the front desk to pick up an application or download it here.

Private lessons are available.  Please check our staff page for a list of professional coaches and staff.

Please note that registrations are taken in person or by calling 215-487-3477 only.  We do not accept registrations that are sent via fax or mail.