""We're very creative when it comes to not having the gym. We love to use our imagination to really play tennis," said 9-year-old Addison Absolam, a student at P.S. 9 in Brooklyn."
""I feel like I'm a living testament of how long the program has shaped me," said Deja Martyr, a product of the program nearly 20 years ago."
""It allows families to keep those costs, which can be upwards of $3,000 per child, it allows them to have a space, and enriching space for young people," said Ian Porchia, deputy director for COMPASS at DYCD."
Students in New York City participate in tennis lessons in unconventional locations like hallways and cafeterias due to limited gym availability. The New York Junior Tennis & Learning program encourages creativity in playing tennis without the need for fancy equipment. Despite resource constraints, students form competitive teams and engage in citywide tournaments. The program aims to make tennis accessible year-round, serving around 90,000 children and providing a cost-effective alternative for families.
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