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About Tennista

Tennis was never truly the sport of the privileged few; it has always belonged to everyone. What was missing was access.

A young player holding a tennis racket

Tennista aims to extend tennis, education, and life skills to underserved youth. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we focus on communities where talent often lacks access, providing spaces for young people to not only learn tennis but also develop leadership skills.

A girl in a pink skirt ready at the net

Since 2021, our mission has remained to inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders while fostering positive societal change by combining tennis, education, and life skills programmes.

A player tossing the ball to serve

We're building healthier bodies, sharper minds, and the next generation of changemakers. Today, we reach 300 young people across various communities.

A girl hitting a forehand on a clay court

We believe access to tennis and education isn't a privilege. It's a right.

A boy hitting a forehand on a clay court

Quotes

No matter what accomplishment you make, somebody helped you.

— Althea Gibson

The team

Our team is made up of coaches, educators, and program leaders who believe tennis can change lives, because we've seen it happen. Their dedication, creativity, and commitment push us to reach further, dream bigger, and create lasting change for the youth we SERVE.

The Tennista team standing together at a junior tennis event

Tennista in numbers

Kids Trained as Direct Beneficiaries
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Kids Trained as Direct Beneficiaries

Indirect Beneficiaries
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Indirect Beneficiaries

Job Openings Created
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Job Openings Created

Youths Empowered
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Youths Empowered