National Junior Tennis and Learning Programs
Making a difference in our community through tennis and education
About Our NJTL Programs
As a chapter of the National Junior Tennis and Learning, we offer free and reduced-cost tennis programming for the youth of West Michigan. West Michigan Community Tennis was even awarded the NJTL Midwest Chapter of the Year in 2024 for the great work we get to accomplish in our community.
If you are interested in volunteering in any of these programs, please email Ali.Gallagher@wmctpremier.com
WMCT After School Programs
During the school year, WMCT partners with after-school programs in local schools to provide tennis and mental health education.
We currently have programming at North Godwin Elementary, Campus Elementary, West Godwin Elementary, GR Ford Academic Center, and Godwin Middle School. In these schools, we work with Team 21 and the GRPS Loop programs.
Students participate in one hour of tennis and 30 minutes of mental health education. Our mental health education aspect is provided through our partnership with the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and be nice. This program operates in 8-week sessions.
COURT Classes at Premier Tennis Center
Community, opportunity, unity, & responsibility through tennis
WMCT hosts free tennis classes during the school year. These classes are designed for young athletes looking for exposure to tennis.
Students participate in tennis classes that also incorporate mental health education through our partnership with the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and be nice.
For the 2025 Fall 1 Session (August 18-October 19), we are offering an Intro to Tennis class for students ages 5-10. We also have our NextGen COURT Leaders program for high school girls. More information about the leadership program can be found below.
In the Fall 2 Session, we will have our Middle School and High School COURT classes.
Next Gen COURT Leaders:
Community, Opportunity, Unity & Responsibility through Tennis
A great opportunity for young leaders, team captains, and future college players!
The NextGen COURT Leaders program is designed for high school tennis players ready to enhance their leadership skills. While this program is specifically designed for tennis players, the classes are designed to enhance the students’ leadership skills. Through this program, athletes will participate in leadership workshops, team building activities, service opportunities, and hands-on leadership experience. Participants will develop essential leadership skills, such as communication, confidence, accountability, and resilience.
WHEN: Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, August 18-October 13 (no class on Labor Day)
WHERE: Premier Tennis Center
WHAT: A leadership development program for high school tennis players. Snacks provided!
COST: FREE
Contact cphillips@wmctpremier.com with any questions.
Tennis In The Parks
During the summer, WMCT hosts tennis camps in local parks around the greater Grand Rapids area.
Students are able to develop their tennis skills while also participating in mental health education through our partnership with the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and be nice.
OUR 2025 SUMMER PROGRAMS ENDED ON JULY 24
