Our Programs
AYTEF programs are dedicated to nurturing the holistic development of youth, focusing on academics, character building, life skills, emotional well-being, a sense of belonging, and resilience. Our Tennis, Enrichment, and Outreach initiatives cater to under-resourced K-12 youth, offering a comprehensive Player Pathway that emphasizes skill enhancement, collaboration, and holistic growth. Our Learning Hub and STEM Learning Labs provide opportunities for developing 21st-century skills essential for lifelong success.
Outreach
To reduce barriers to entry into the sport of tennis, AYTEF offers free community outreach events.
No equipment or prior experience necessary to participate in these introductory level events.
AYTEF Block Party
AYTEF Block Parties are a fun event for the whole family. Come join the AYTEF team for a free night of tennis, outdoor games, and food.
Tennis in the Schools
In partnership with local Title I elementary schools, AYTEF offers introductory clinics and program entry events at various times throughout the year.
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Tennis
AYTEF provides affordable tennis opportunities, offering additional discounts for youth eligible for free/reduced lunch. We prioritize diverse and under-resourced communities, delivering programs rooted in excellence and integrity. Our Player Pathway guides youth from beginner to intermediate to competitive levels, fostering growth and success on and off the court.
Game, Set, Match
AYTEF's GameSetMatch program provides low-cost year-round tennis instruction for beginner, intermediate, and competitive players in grades K-8.
Summer Camp
AYTEF's summer camp offers three weeks of engaging activities for youth. Two weeks focus on GameSetMatch participants, emphasizing competition basics, fitness, and enrichment, while one week is open to all community members, offering a half-day camp introducing tennis alongside life skills and enrichment activities.
High School Tennis
AYTEF's High School Group is a low-cost tennis program at Fair Oaks Tennis Center available to teens in grades 9-12.
Team & Tournament Play
AYTEF GameSetMatch players have the opportunity to compete in Team Challenges, on Junior Team Tennis leagues, and in Junior Circuit and other tournament opportunities.
Enrichment
AYTEF programs strive to help young people gain 21st-century skills and develop social and emotional capacities that correlate with long-term gains in high school completion, college/career readiness, and increased life-long thriving.
Learning Hub
Participants in our GameSetMatch program receive tutoring and homework help twice a week to strengthen organization skills, critical thinking, test taking skills, and study habits. Life-skills, character development, and social and emotional learning outcomes are prioritized through enrichment curriculum.
STEM Learning Labs
Low-cost weekly hands-on STEM experiments facilitated virtually by a scientist. For youth in grades 2-6. Equipment necessary for experiments shipped directly to participants' homes.