Cary Leeds Center for Tennis and Learning (NYJTL)
About
NYJTL's Flagship Tennis & Learning Center in the South Bronx
The Cary Leeds Center for Tennis and Learning is the home base for New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL), the largest youth tennis nonprofit in the United States. The 22-court complex sits inside Crotona Park in the South Bronx, with a 12,000 square foot clubhouse and classrooms attached.
Junior Tennis Programs for Ages 5-18
Programs serve kids age 5 through 18 across multiple levels and price points:
- Free Community Tennis Programs for all skill levels
- Junior Development and High Performance tracks for competitive play
- Summer Camps
- In-school tennis through partnerships with NYC public schools
- Serve & Inspire and Saturday Night Lights free clinics
- Private lessons available
What's Included
- Court time on indoor or outdoor courts
- Coaching from NYJTL staff coaches
- Free programming options for families who need them
Experience
NYJTL has served more than 1.5 million kids since 1971, mixing tennis with academic and life-skills support. The Cary Leeds Center runs from morning until late evening, hosting everything from a 5-year-old's first lesson up to nationally ranked tournament play. Free and paid programs run side by side, keeping access broad.
Age Groups
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