Urban Racquet

Don’t let cold weather keep your kids off the court! Join the Urban Racquet Foundation instructors for an engaging and fun introduction to both pickleball and tennis. Whether your child is a beginner or advanced player, this program offers expert instruction to improve skills, build confidence, and foster a love of the game.

Program Details

When: Saturdays, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Where: Saginaw YMCA
Who: Youth ages 7–12 (Beginner to Advanced)
Cost: $20.00

Our dedicated instructors ensure every child feels supported and encouraged while learning the fundamentals of pickleball and tennis in a safe and friendly environment.

Why Tennis & Pickleball?

Lifetime Sports: These games develop hand-eye coordination, balance, speed, and agility while promoting lifelong physical activity.
Character-Building: Youth learn responsibility, self-confidence, discipline, and problem-solving skills.
Proven Impact: Studies show young tennis players excel academically, pursue college aspirations, and engage with their communities.
Inclusive Sports: Both tennis and pickleball welcome diverse populations, fostering inclusion and accessibility.

About the Urban Racquet Foundation

Since 2006, the Urban Racquet Sport Foundation (formerly Urban Youth Tennis Foundation) has empowered thousands of at-risk and underserved youth through tennis and pickleball. As a Safe Sport SafePlay certified nonprofit organization, the foundation uses these sports as tools for mentorship and personal growth.

Our Mission:

To mentor youth and foster character development through structured programs while promoting lifelong health and a love for sport.

Our Goals:

Teach Quality Traits: Honesty, integrity, inclusivity, and teamwork.
Promote Holistic Development: Encourage reading, nutrition, and physical health.
Expand Opportunities: Build leadership skills and open pathways for educational growth.
Provide Mentorship: Offer consistent role models for encouragement and guidance.