January 2007

Mission Statement:

To develop physical, mental, social and citizenship skills in our youngsters through organized tennis activities.

Goals:

• Provide entry level lesson programs for youths to learn basic skills
• Approach competition by implementing the on-court play components that include – Play Action Drills, Ralleyball, Junior Team Tennis, Inter-club Challenges, Ladder Competition, and Tournaments
• Provide competitive training camps/clinics for youths striving for excellence
• Provide health education that includes diet and nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, drug/alcohol awareness
• Provide volunteer service opportunities for youths that allow them to give back to their community and the lifetime sport of tennis

Core Values:

• Preserve the enjoyment of the game over winning
• Foster the TEAM concept that includes respect, trust, commitment, cooperation and pride among team members and coaches
• Teach and enforce the Code of Conduct and Rules of Etiquette
• Provide a safe environment that encourages players to try new things, take risks and test their abilities
• Develop and maintain positive attitudes
• Encourage communication between team mates, opponents, coaches and parents that help to develop players’ social skills, leadership and self-confidence
• Recognize priorities in the order listed – health, family, academics

The Kilauea Junior Tennis Club is a registered non-profit organization with the state, a registered USTA Community Tennis Association and a registered National Junior Tennis League program.  It is a sanctioned USTA program and therefore covered under the USTA liability insurance policy.