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IMPORTANT - Waiver and Release Information
IMPORTANT - Waiver and Release Information
Annual Waiver (Applies to players reserving programs & open time court bookings)
All players with NTC profiles are required sign the Annual Waiver in order to complete registration for programs and/or court bookings.
ADULTS 18 and older - Must complete the waiver for themselves.
JUNIORS under 18 - Only the primary account holder can sign the waiver on behalf of the junior player.
If you have NOT signed the waiver and release in the past 12 months, you will be prompted to do so upon logging in to your NTC profile.
Applies to tournament players and single day event participants that do not have NTC profiles.
ADULTS 18 and older - Must complete the daily waiver for themselves.
JUNIORS under 18 - A parent or legal guardian must complete a daily waiver containing the names of both the child and parent/guardian.
Once completed, you will receive an email confirmation. This must be presented to our front desk staff upon arrival with your government issued photo ID.
All players with court reservations and program registrants must fill out a WAIVER & RELEASE (W & R) prior to on-court play. All players and guests must present a government issued photo ID upon arrival.
The 10 - 14 Pathway is dedicated to serving players who are new to tennis, or who need to develop their skills further to move into other pathways or aspire to play recreationally.
The 10 - 14 Pathway is dedicated to serving players who are new to tennis, or who need to develop their skills further to move into other pathways or aspire to play recreationally.
New students of all ages and levels must be evaluated to obtain an NTC rating. Click here to schedule your evaluation.
Complete beginner-level students will be assigned a beginner NTC rating. Please contact us at ntcprograms@usta.com so our team can assign the appropriate NTC beginner-level rating.
Through a variety of game-based and cooperative activities, players will learn the fundamental skills needed to continue to progress as they gain additional experience.
Green Ball
Green Ball
Orange Stars
Orange Stars
For players who’ve mastered orange ball fundamentals and are ready to test their game on a full-size court. Pro Staff introduces green balls and advanced stances. Juniors will experience advanced rally skills, net approaching, and strategic footwork to sharpen all-around play. Training, competing, and purposeful tennis play are the goals. Students are encouraged to join the NTC Junior Team Tennis. Use of green balls on the full court, mostly. Racquet size: 26-27 inches. Class length: 90 minutes on-court.
Green Aces
Green Aces
Transition to full-court tennis in our green class. Juniors will learn stroke technique, consistency, and height/reception skills. Pro Staff will deliver structured drills and light match play, and juniors will experience the joy of extended rallies and skillful shot-making. This class is fun and socially enriching. Use of green balls on a full court (and orange balls on a 60 ft. court, rare and as needed). Racquet size: 26-27 inches. Class length: 90 minutes on-court.
Green Champs
Green Champs
A launchpad for the foundation of competitive play and the advanced NTC Junior Pathway—perfect for developing players looking to master shot placement, serve tactics, and rally control. Pro Staff will increase the challenge of targeted drills for technique and tennis IQ. Juniors will experience controlled match situations, peer engagement through cooperative live-ball exercises, and coach mentorship to create empowerment. Racquet size: 26-27 inches. Class length: 90 minutes on-court and 30 minutes off-court.
JD Aces (Ages 10 - 14)
JD Aces (Ages 10 - 14)
Designed for beginner players ages 10- 12 or those with limited tennis experience. The focus is on learning rules and basic concepts needed to rally. Pro Staff covers rules, strokes, and rally basics in a relaxed, supportive setting. Great preparation for high school play or casual rallies with friends Racquet size: 27 inches. Class length: 90 minutes on-court.
Updated August 2025.
Yellow Ball
Yellow Ball
Green Stars
Green Stars
Class for players with advanced fundamentals and a competitive spirit. Pro Staff prepares students for the yellow ball transition with fast-paced drills and strategic focus. Juniors will experience drills focused on rally depth, serve variation, and composure under pressure. Includes on-court challenge matches, on-site competitive support to help students round into tournament-ready competitors. Goals are the Gen Next-based programs' readiness. Racquet size: 26-27 inches. Class length: 90 minutes on-court and 30 minutes off-court.
Updated August 2025.
Fitness & Athletic Development
Fitness & Athletic Development
Fitness
Fitness
Train like an athlete, play like a champion. Through the use of the Athletic Development Model, baseline goals are aimed at periodized training in line with upcoming USTA junior tournaments and target tennis-specific movement. Fitness sessions emphasize plyometrics, junior prehab, core-stability, and progressive personal bests, utilizing the National Tennis Center Fitness Center.
Updated August 2025.
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