Applying for Membership

The USPTA’s mission is to “elevate the standards of tennis-teaching professionals and coaches”. The Level 1 Instructor category is for (but not limited to) entry-level coaches who are just getting started as a tennis-teaching professional while the Level 2 Professional category is designed for full-time coaches who are interested in advancing their career in tennis.


When applying for a membership, please use your legal name as shown on a government issued I.D.



Professional Certification

The USPTA Professional certification pathway requires online and in-person education and the completion of USTA Safe Play training and background check. The cost to become a Certified Professional includes a $425 one-time application fee. It also includes the prorated amount of the $325 annual membership dues. This includes all online courses and required in-person workshops.

Application Process

  1. Complete USPTA Application
  2. Pay Non-Refundable Application Fee - $425
  3. Pay USPTA Membership Dues (prorated based on application date) - $325

 

To learn more about the Professional certification pathway and to begin application process – CLICK HERE  .

*There is a $25 operational fee to attend any Level 1 workshop.
*There is an additional $14.95 fee to complete the required CPR training.
*Withdrawal from Level 2 Workshop less than 1 week prior to event will incur a $100 cancellation fee.



Instructor

The USPTA Instructor pathway consists of online educational modules, participation in a Level 1 Workshop and the completion of USTA Safe Play training and background check. The cost to become an Instructor includes a $225 one-time application fee. It also includes the prorated amount of the $225 annual membership dues.

Application Process

  1. Complete USPTA Application
  2. Pay Non-Refundable Application Fee - $225
  3. Pay USPTA Membership Dues (prorated based on application date) - $225

 

To learn more about the Instructor certification pathway and to begin application process – CLICK HERE .

*There is a $25 operational fee to attend any Level 1 workshop.
*There is an additional $14.95 fee to complete the required CPR training.
*Withdrawal from Level 1 Workshop less than 1 week prior to event will incur a $50 cancellation fee.


Other USPTA Membership Types

High School Coach – The High School Coach membership is not a certified category. This membership type is designed for high school coaches looking for education opportunities and affiliation with the USPTA. Members get full access to our online education database www.TennisResources.com as well as access to our online practice planner.

Corporate Membership - (Receive USPTA emails/news and updates)