Where people of Afro heritage experience tennis through community, culture, and connection.
2022Founded
500+Members
15Cities
20+Coaches
About us
Built for what was missing.
Afro Tennis Club was created to build what was missing: a third-space where people of Afro heritage can experience tennis through community, culture, and connection.
We are more than a tennis club. We are a community that prioritizes growth, both individually and collectively. Through shared play, accessible programming, and intentional support, we help players develop their skills, build confidence, and find their place in the game.
At our core, we are building a strong foundation that gives back, uplifts, and supports players across the diaspora.
On and off the court, Afro Tennis Club is where culture meets development, and community drives the game forward.
Why we exist
Purpose-built from the ground up.
Vision
Influencing the game worldwide.
Afro Tennis envisions a future where our community influences the game worldwide through innovation, culture, and excellence.
Mission
A third space built for belonging.
Dedicated to making tennis more accessible, welcoming, and culturally connected for underrepresented communities, while providing the tools, resources, and support for players across the diaspora to learn, grow, and thrive on and off the court.
Core values
Three things we believe.
01
Culture & Community
We create spaces where Afro culture is celebrated and community comes first. Every session is built on connection, shared experiences, and showing up for one another — on and off the court.
02
Health & Wellness
Tennis is our vehicle for movement, mental clarity, and longevity. We design programming that keeps members active, confident, and well — not just competitive.
03
Access & Empowerment
We lower barriers to the game: welcoming spaces, clear pathways to improve, and support so underrepresented players can thrive across the diaspora.
Leadership
The people behind the movement.
Operations & community
Club leadership
Guiding programming, partnerships, and the day-to-day club experience.
Development
Coaching team
Clinics, match play, and pathways for social through competitive players.
Culture on court
Community hosts
The members who make every mixer, tournament, and session feel like home.
Locations
Where we play.
Atlanta metro
Primary home courts and weekly social / competitive sessions.
Partner clubs
Rotating courts and pop-up events across the wider ATC network.
Tour stops
Travel weekends and tournament meetups in cities across the diaspora.
Our community
Moments from the court.
Real players, real sessions, real community — on and off the court.
