General Info

Founded in 1952, Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education, formerly known as Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis Center, offers recreational and academic opportunities for more than 8,500 children through various after-school and community programs. It administers the National Junior Tennis League's outdoor summer program. The center organizes several community program offers weekly tennis instruction to meet the state-approved physical education requirements. Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education provides life lessons and teaches personal skills, such as self-discipline, good sportsmanship and nonviolent conflict resolution through recreation, academic and mentoring services. Its after-school Tennis 'N' Tutoring program serves students in elementary and middle school.