Age Range
5-11 years old
Grades K-5
Cynthia Jenkins School - Queens COMPASS Elementary Summer Program
FREE NYJTL summer program for grades K-5 ages 5-11. Tennis, STEM/literacy, physical activities Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM from July 2-Aug 15, 2025. Character development through sports in Jamaica, Queens.
The mission of New York Junior Tennis & Learning is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. Today, NYJTL is the largest grassroots youth tennis and education nonprofit in the nation, operating in all five boroughs and reaching more than 85,000 children annually. Summer Program at NYJTL typically runs Monday-Friday 8:00AM-6:00PM, starting 7/2/25-8/15/25 where each week participants receive STEM/literacy activities, physical fitness, and tennis instruction.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 179-37 137th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11434 |
| Borough | Queens |
| Neighborhood | Jamaica / Rochdale |
| Website | nyjtl.org |
| Provider | New York Junior Tennis League Inc (NYJTL) |
| Program Dates | July 2, 2025 - August 15, 2025 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday 8:00AM-6:00PM |
| Zip Code | 11434 |
Cost
100% FREE
COMPASS Elementary summer program
Program Type
COMPASS Elementary
10-hour days, Mon-Fri summer
Category
Youth Development
Tennis, STEM, literacy, character
NYJTL’s comprehensive summer program combines tennis instruction with academic enrichment and character development:
- Fundamentals: Learning proper grip, stance, strokes, and footwork
- Skills Development: Progressive tennis skill-building through fun games and drills
- Court Play: Opportunities to play matches and practice rallying
- Sportsmanship: Emphasizing fair play, respect, and teamwork
- Modified Equipment: Age-appropriate rackets, balls, and court sizes for younger players
- Professional Coaching: Instruction from trained tennis coaches
- Science Experiments: Hands-on investigations and discoveries
- Technology Projects: Computer skills and digital literacy
- Engineering Challenges: Building and problem-solving activities
- Math Enrichment: Games and activities making math fun
- Critical Thinking: Developing analytical and problem-solving skills
- Reading Enrichment: Preventing summer reading loss through engaging books
- Writing Activities: Creative writing and journaling
- Vocabulary Building: Expanding language skills through games and activities
- Reading Comprehension: Understanding and discussing texts
- Library Time: Access to books and quiet reading periods
- Daily Exercise: Active games and fitness activities
- Sports & Recreation: Basketball, soccer, relay races, and more
- Healthy Living: Nutrition education and wellness habits
- Outdoor Play: Maximizing time for physical activity
- Team Building: Cooperative games strengthening peer relationships
- Core Values: Respect, responsibility, perseverance, integrity
- Leadership Skills: Opportunities to take on leadership roles
- Conflict Resolution: Learning to solve problems peacefully
- Goal Setting: Setting and working toward personal goals
- Self-Confidence: Building belief in abilities through achievement
- 10 Hours Daily: 8:00AM-6:00PM supporting working families
- Nutritious Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
- Varied Schedule: Rotating activities keeping each day engaging
- Indoor/Outdoor: Access to both indoor and outdoor facilities
- Safe Environment: Supervised by trained staff at all times
New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) was founded in 1971 by tennis legend Arthur Ashe, who believed that tennis could be used to gain and hold the attention of young people so they could be taught about matters more important than tennis. Today, NYJTL is the nation’s largest grassroots youth tennis and education nonprofit, serving 85,000+ children annually.
NYJTL operates the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the Bronx—a world-class 20-court facility—plus dozens of free and low-cost tennis programs across all five boroughs. Their proven model combines tennis instruction with academic support, character development, and college/career readiness programming.
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Visit NYJTL Website
Go to nyjtl.org to find summer program information and registration links. -
Complete Online Registration
Fill out summer COMPASS Elementary enrollment forms for Cynthia Jenkins School site. -
Submit Required Documents
Provide proof of age, medical information, and emergency contacts. -
Confirm Enrollment
Receive confirmation and program details including what to bring each day. -
Begin Program
Start attending July 2, 2025 at 8:00AM with comfortable athletic clothing, sneakers, and water bottle.
- COMPASS summer enrollment application
- Proof of age and grade (birth certificate or school records)
- Emergency contact information
- Medical/health information and consent
- Immunization records
- Photo/media release consent
- Dietary restrictions/allergies information
- Transportation arrangements (if applicable)
Public Transportation
Subway: E/F to Parsons Blvd (15 min walk)
Bus: Q4, Q17, Q77, Q83, Q84 routes
LIRR: Jamaica Station (1.5 mi)
Parks & Recreation
Baisley Pond Park (1 mi)
Rochdale Village Parks (0.5 mi)
Playgrounds, sports fields, tennis courts
Libraries
Queens Library - South Jamaica (1.2 mi)
Free books, computers, summer reading programs
Community Resources
Jamaica Center (1.8 mi)
Shopping, dining, community services
- Arthur Ashe’s Legacy: Founded by tennis legend dedicated to using sports for character development
- 85,000+ Kids Served: Nation’s largest grassroots youth tennis and education nonprofit
- Proven Model: Tennis + education + character development = lifetime success
- Free Programming: No cost to families for summer COMPASS program
- Full-Day Care: 10 hours daily (8AM-6PM) supporting working families
- Comprehensive: Tennis, STEM, literacy, physical fitness, meals all included
- Trained Coaches: Professional tennis instruction from experienced staff
- Safe Environment: Supervised activities in positive, supportive atmosphere
- Citywide Network: 40+ locations across all five boroughs
Last Updated: November 25, 2025
Program Type: COMPASS Elementary - Summer Program
Program Dates: July 2 - August 15, 2025
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-6:00PM
Provider: New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL)
Grades: K-5
Zip Code: 11434