I’m grateful to be a part of the inspiration that’s thriving here at Advantage Kids. Warm weather and the growing season is here, but this valuable program aims to nurture all year long.
As a yoga educator, I help increase awareness of the link between the mind and body connection. The beauty of this program is exceptionally unique in sharing these common goals. I have the opportunity to be part of Advantage Kids and their mission to enhance the lives of underserved kids through tennis and yoga. Thank you Dawn & Brittany for including me.
Advantage Kids is an NJTL, National Junior Tennis & Learning Organization in partnership with the US Tennis Association offering New Hampshire’s youth the benefits of tennis and yoga. Advantage Kids invites the children for free to explore the mind and body connection through their tennis program combined with social-emotional learning to empower them on and off the court.
Founded by Arthur Ashe fifty years ago, the NJTL model exists throughout the country, offering tennis and learning to thousands of youth in different ways. Advantage Kids is New Hampshire’s only NJTL and one of few offering mindfulness in the country.
Science shows the profound effect mindfulness & meditation practices have on kids increasing their ability to self-regulate, focus and connect. Combining these two activities as “Tennis + Yoga” is a great match that provides these kids an advantage in tennis, school, and life.
- Excerpt from Kim's social media post early June 2020
The sport of tennis has been rated highest for youth to do better academically, be less likely to utilize substances and more likely to attend college. Science has proven the profound effect that mindfulness practices have on children’s abilities to connect with self and others, focus on tasks and to self-regulate emotions.
Oziera Ahmad—AK ambassador—is the first Player of the Week at her D1 School, College of Charleston
In the heart of every competition, it's the spirit, dedication, and journey of the participants that truly define success. This was vividly showcased at the recent Gilford Hill's MB Tractor/PSG Singles and Doubles Open, where Advantage Kids' very own Simon Kuczkowski and Logan Mack took to the courts not just to play, but to embody the values and resilience fostered by AK. Let's celebrate the enduring spirit and positive change Simon, Logan, and AK embody!
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Advantage Kids (dba Lakes Region Tennis Association) is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization with EIN 46-2774258. Your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Be sure to ask your employer about corporate matching programs!
