Requirements
To register your community based tennis program, you must meet the following requirements:
- serve tennis to youth 6-18
- offer a free or low-cost curriculum
- have an educational component in addition to your on-court programming
Benefits
Registration is free. As long as you are approved to become an NJTL, there are many tangible benefits for your organization, instructors, and participants. Not only will you be officially associated with USTA -- a credible organization that has proven mission-driven programs and a network of knowledgeable leaders -- but you will also be eligible for the following:
Insurance
USTA-offered Liability Insurance — The USTA has a low cost master liability and accident insurance plan available for NJTLs and Community Tennis Associations (CTAs) which provides coverage against allegations of negligence resulting from bodily injury or property damage. Upon completion of your USTA NJTL and/or CTA Registration, USTA Membership and non-profit status, an insurance provider representative will contact you directly to discuss the enrollment process. For more information, download the Master Liability and Accident Insurance brochure here.
USTA-offered Directors and Officers Insurance – The USTA has a low cost insurance plan available for NJTL and CTA Directors and Officers which provides coverage for claims associated with negligent acts, errors or omissions alleged to have been committed by individuals acting in their capacity as a NJTL or CTA Director or Officer. For more information, download the Directors & Officers Insurance brochure here.
Other Grants, Programs, and Benefits
- Opportunities for Chapters/Programs
- Regional Rally Grant with banner & certificates
- NJTL of the Year Award
- Capacity Building Program
- Opportunities for Participants
- Arthur Ashe Essay Contest (AAEC)
- Tennis Leadership Camp (TLC)
- Opportunities for Instructors
- RCW’s
- Stipends to attend the CTDW
- Free or discounted equipment
- Annual Mailing with marketing materials and program information
- Grant Opportunities
- Limited Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day Tickets
- Ad-hoc Invitations to USTA sponsored events in your area
- Organizational Development