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Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation (AYTEF) Programs include after school tennis programs offered five days a week, in-person and virtual academic enrichment, monthly community events, summer camps, and competitive opportunities. The program also offers Serve & Connect events that bring together local youth and law enforcement for positive interaction and connection through tennis. AYTEF provides 570 hours of tennis instruction and 210 hours of enrichment programming, serving approximately 400–498 youth annually and introducing 224 new youth to tennis through outreach.
• Ages: 5–13 years old
• Schedule: After school tennis programs five days a week, with 46 weeks of programming offered year-round
Since 2003, Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation (AYTEF) has been committed to enriching the lives of underserved youth through tennis and education. AYTEF is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and a member of the USTA National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network, and it has been selected as one of the nation’s first USTA Foundation Community Impact Hubs. The organization reports that 92% of participants identify as youth of color, more than half qualify for free or reduced lunch, and 883 volunteer hours were contributed by 232 community members. AYTEF’s programs are rooted in Sports-Based Youth Development (SBYD), use tennis as a vehicle for social change, health and wellness, community engagement, and personal growth, and provide a space where youth can grow physically, academically, and emotionally. AYTEF is inspired by Arthur Ashe’s vision of equity through sport and has received recognition including 2022 USTA Georgia NJTL of the Year and the 2023 Georgia Professional Tennis Association Community Outreach Award.
Through strong partnerships with Cobb County Parks & Recreation, the USTA Foundation, and local schools and volunteers, AYTEF has become a resource in the Fair Oaks community. AYTEF notes that there are many ways to support its mission, including becoming a donor, volunteering time or expertise, partnering on a program or event, or enrolling a child in one of its programs. One parent shared, “AYTEF has been a wonderful outlet for my son and has made a positive impact on his life - empowering him to be a team player, encourage those around him, and always try his best.” A participant stated, “AYTEF has supported me in so many ways. What stands out the most at AYTEF is the emphasis on teamwork. Before coming here, my focus was on individual competition, but now I understand the importance of working together as a team.”
Last updated April 24, 2026.
• Ages: 5–13 years old
• Schedule: After school tennis programs five days a week, with 46 weeks of programming offered year-round
Since 2003, Atlanta Youth Tennis & Education Foundation (AYTEF) has been committed to enriching the lives of underserved youth through tennis and education. AYTEF is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and a member of the USTA National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) network, and it has been selected as one of the nation’s first USTA Foundation Community Impact Hubs. The organization reports that 92% of participants identify as youth of color, more than half qualify for free or reduced lunch, and 883 volunteer hours were contributed by 232 community members. AYTEF’s programs are rooted in Sports-Based Youth Development (SBYD), use tennis as a vehicle for social change, health and wellness, community engagement, and personal growth, and provide a space where youth can grow physically, academically, and emotionally. AYTEF is inspired by Arthur Ashe’s vision of equity through sport and has received recognition including 2022 USTA Georgia NJTL of the Year and the 2023 Georgia Professional Tennis Association Community Outreach Award.
Through strong partnerships with Cobb County Parks & Recreation, the USTA Foundation, and local schools and volunteers, AYTEF has become a resource in the Fair Oaks community. AYTEF notes that there are many ways to support its mission, including becoming a donor, volunteering time or expertise, partnering on a program or event, or enrolling a child in one of its programs. One parent shared, “AYTEF has been a wonderful outlet for my son and has made a positive impact on his life - empowering him to be a team player, encourage those around him, and always try his best.” A participant stated, “AYTEF has supported me in so many ways. What stands out the most at AYTEF is the emphasis on teamwork. Before coming here, my focus was on individual competition, but now I understand the importance of working together as a team.”
Last updated April 24, 2026.
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