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Programs that meet kids where they are.
Free and scholarship programs across Florida — from K–6 after-school tennis to Special Olympics competition prep.
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Red Bug Lake Park
FREE tennis lessons to autistic and special needs children and adults. Special events have hosted 100+ participants. Summer Camp June 5 – July 31.
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National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL)
PRTF is a registered USTA Foundation member and one of only two NJTL programs in Orange County. NJTL combines on-court programming with mentoring, health and nutrition, computer skills, and college prep — founded in 1969 by Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell, and Sheridan Snyder.
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Adaptive Learning Program
Launched late 2019. Grow the game, foster healthy active lifestyles, and feed the Orange & Seminole County Special Olympics teams.
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Boone High School
John Richards III heads Boone's tennis team and started an adaptive tennis program. Boone's ESE students attend free lessons at Fort Gatlin once a week during the school year, plus four summer practices a week.
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Academy of Autism
Established 2019. The Academy for Autism brings 30 students for free lessons, with several developing into Special Olympic athletes. Coached by the WAIT C tennis team volunteers.
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Special Olympics
We provide instruction for the Competition Tennis Team — focused on tennis skills, social skills, physical endurance, and eye-hand coordination. John Richards III is the State-level coach. PRTF is hosting Special Olympics District Tennis in 2026.
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Orange County Recreation Center Program
Free instruction for kids in the Fun Club, Sports Club and After School programs. Includes Financial Education (Iberia bank) and Nutritional Education (HEBNI Nutrition). Served 125+ children in 2019 alone.
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YMCA
Two pros use the indoor gym to serve 20+ kids free of charge. Orange Ball drills, games, doubles play; Green Dot advancement and singles play upcoming.
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Boys and Girls Club
Launched early 2022 with a $45,000 USTA Foundation seed grant. Kids 5–15 learn tennis basics across five 8-week programs. Pilot served 120 kids across West Orange, Eatonville, and Taft.
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Tennis Is Elementary (TIE)
After-school program in each school's gym, cafeteria, or multipurpose room using USTA 10 and Under format — foam balls, smaller racquets, reduced courts. Equipment fully provided.
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Summer Camp Scholarship Program
Summer camp at Fort Gatlin costs $200/week. Through our "Donation Jar" we sponsor as many underprivileged children as possible. Every contribution puts another kid on court.
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Posh Rock Pathway Program
A scholarship-based pathway for promising youth to grow and succeed through tennis and education. Open to all PRTF participants.
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