Danielle Smith

FOUNDER

I am so proud of the fun our team creates for the kids but at the same time we provide enormous benefits where kids learn all the basic skills so they can be active and healthy for life. They participate on a team, playing matches each week and learn amazing life skills that will change their lives in such a positive way. There is not a better combination that provides, physical, social, intellectual and emotional well being!

In order to run these amazing programs we rely on donations, sponsorship and grants. They are all extremely important in helping us change the lives of kids one community at a time. Please help us by providing the support we need to continue this amazing programming. Donations can be made through Canada Helps on this website.

For every $50 donated a child receives valuable life skills, tennis lessons, team tennis, and an opportunity to become healthy and active for life. Physical activity plays a major role in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, in helping with stress management and improving self esteem. 

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Our Vision: The Self Confidence to pursue your dreams

OUR IMPACT:
  • 12,000 children and youth have participated in our program
  • 10,000 volunteer hours
  • 6 pros were Tennis Canada certified
  • Created Tennis on the Streets program where we bring the program and equipment to parks where kids have no transportation
  • Physical literacy scores have increased in all participants
  • 85% retention rate of kids returning each year
  • ​girls only leagues for all ages 6 -18 years
  • Junior lines on all 8 courts
  • Two school sites refurbished
  • ​10 schools received equipment and training to run program
  • 100% of participants go on to attend university

OUR APPROACH

Leadership Program

Based on our 7 core values we have developed a leadership program that changes lives on and off the court. Provides essential life skills for anything they pursue in life.

Team Tennis

Tennis lessons and matches played each week encourages a positive environment where all teams have fun ​
and see progress at each session.

PHYSICAL Literacy

Assessment of all students at beginning and end of program each year to ensure the correct programs are in place to encourage confidence and a healthy lifestyle.