HJTEP - The Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program

HJTEP - The Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program Harlem Junior Tennis & Education Program is a Tennis, Education, Life-skill and Wellness Program for

Since 1972, our renowned youth tennis program has offered urban youngsters the chance to learn an unfamiliar sport and sharpen their skills on and off the courts. Participants transition from the Grassroots and Munchkin levels to the Tournament Level. Our top-level players are selected to participate on the Jack Shapiro Team. Admission to the HJTEP programs is on a first-come basis with preference given to returning students and Central Harlem residents. While learning tennis, our players are hitting the books as well as the courts. We urge them to do all they can academically, to complete high school and to enroll in college. A 2.0 GPA is required in our program, but our participants average a 3.1 GPA. Our Tennis Against Obesity (TAO) program is designed to help schools, students and parents recognize, address and combat a growing obesity epidemic. TAO has four keystones: fitness, nutrition, discipline and fun.

At HJTEP, our Futures group is learning that championships start with character. 🎾Teamwork in the huddles. Respect acros...
02/19/2026

At HJTEP, our Futures group is learning that championships start with character. 🎾

Teamwork in the huddles. Respect across the net. Encouragement between every point.

We’re not just teaching tennis. We’re building future champions on and off the court. 💜

❤️🎾 Love is in the air at HJTEP.But around here, love looks like mentorship.It looks like big sisters and role models.It...
02/14/2026

❤️🎾 Love is in the air at HJTEP.

But around here, love looks like mentorship.
It looks like big sisters and role models.
It looks like encouragement, patience, and showing up.

Every day, our student-athletes build confidence, friendships, and community both on and off the court. This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the bonds that make HJTEP feel like family.

Because love isn’t just a feeling. It’s support. It’s guidance. It’s showing up for the next generation.

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at HJTEP 💚

This is HJTEP.Rooted in Harlem since 1972.Built to create opportunity through tennis.Honoring our past this Black Histor...
02/10/2026

This is HJTEP.
Rooted in Harlem since 1972.
Built to create opportunity through tennis.
Honoring our past this Black History Month and continuing the legacy. 🖤🎾

Serving dreams. Building futures. 🎾Join us on May 11, 2026 for the HJTEP Annual Gala at the iconic Ziegfeld Ballroom in ...
02/09/2026

Serving dreams. Building futures. 🎾

Join us on May 11, 2026 for the HJTEP Annual Gala at the iconic Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of tennis, education, and community.

This year, we are proud to honor:

✨ Joakim Noah, () Shining Star Award
✨ Jesse Coors-Blankenship & Gregg Hill of Parkway Venture Capital (), Corporate Award

Your support helps create access, opportunity, and life-changing impact for HJTEP student-athletes across Harlem through academic enrichment, wellness, and tennis programming.

Be part of the evening. Be part of the impact.

🎟️ Attend
🤝 Sponsor
💙 Donate

Click the link in our bio to support the Gala.

Happy National Girls & Women in Sports Day 💚🎾Today we celebrate the girls who show up every day as student-athletes, the...
02/04/2026

Happy National Girls & Women in Sports Day 💚🎾

Today we celebrate the girls who show up every day as student-athletes, the women leaders who guide this program with purpose, and the educators who make sure learning never stops on or off the court.

From practice to the classroom, HJTEP is powered by strong, committed women who believe in these kids and in what’s possible. We’re grateful for every coach, teacher, mentor, and young athlete who helps keep this program moving forward.

At HJTEP, education is just as powerful as sport.Moments like these remind us how important strong classroom support is ...
02/03/2026

At HJTEP, education is just as powerful as sport.
Moments like these remind us how important strong classroom support is to our mission. Thank you to teachers like Ms. Lillian for nurturing minds, encouraging questions, and helping our students see their potential on and off the court.

01/31/2026

Son of the year! Nothing like a love between a mother and her child! flew across the world to see his mom get honored as Women of the Year last night at the Annual Awards Dinner.

Congratulations again Simone!

01/30/2026

We are thrilled that our Program Director, , is being honored tonight as the Woman of the Year! There’s no one more deserving of this honor and we are all so proud of you. Love from your entire HJTEP family!

01/29/2026

Quick check-in with , our Program Director, on the heart behind the work 💚🎾

We asked her:

• What keeps her inspired after years of shaping young lives through tennis
• How the sport has evolved for her on and off the court
• What being named Woman of the Year means to her and the message she hopes it sends to the next generation

Huge congratulations to Simone, who will officially receive this honor tomorrow. Beyond deserved. Beyond earned. We’re so proud 🏆✨

Locked in 🎯HP1 & HP2 putting in real work. Serving with intention, sharpening technique, and stacking reps every single ...
01/28/2026

Locked in 🎯

HP1 & HP2 putting in real work. Serving with intention, sharpening technique, and stacking reps every single practice. This is how the craft gets perfected. 🎾🔥

01/23/2026

So much joy, so much love, and our best turnout yet 🎾✨
Celebrating MLK Jr. Day the HJTEP way with community, movement, and a whole lot of fun. ✊🏽

01/23/2026

Save the date for a night that fuels opportunity, celebrates our young athletes, and helps shape what’s next.

📅 5.11.26

More details coming soon.

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40 W 143rd Street
New York, NY
10037

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 8pm
Tuesday 4pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8pm
Thursday 4pm - 8:30pm
Friday 4pm - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

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+12124913738

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