75+
Years Serving Florida
40,000+
Members
$2M+
in Community Grants
17,700+
Courts Statewide
Florida’s Home for Tennis
WHO WE ARE
USTA Florida serves every Floridian who wants to play, from Pensacola to the Keys. Based in Lake Nona, we’re a nonprofit driven by a simple, powerful mission: to promote and develop tennis for all.
From first-time players to seasoned competitors, we create opportunities to play tennis across the entire state — through leagues, tournaments, clinics, and community programs.
We invest in public parks, put racquets in kids’ hands, and partner with local organizations to make tennis accessible to everyone, regardless of background or ability.
USTA Florida is a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization powered by people who love tennis. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and show up every day to grow the sport they love.
OUR BIG BOLD MOVES
Our Strategic Vision: 3 Big Bold Moves
These are the three initiatives driving USTA Florida’s future bold priorities that will shape how tennis grows across the state for years to come.
Best in Class Facilities & Providers (Especially Public Parks)
USTA Florida identified a critical need to invest in public tennis infrastructure and providers as the primary driver of growth. Public courts are where many players begin their journey—often becoming future private club members, coaches, and volunteers. This natural pipeline strengthens the entire tennis ecosystem. Tennis must feel accessible and fun from day one, and success means more than programs: it’s about empowering play facilitators, building relationships with facility staff, and creating welcoming spaces that keep courts full.
Join us in making tennis accessible for all. Become a community coach, facilitate play at a local park, and become a strong advocate for tennis!
Business Insights & Analytics
USTA Florida has an unique advantage utilizing local data and insights that go beyond national metrics. This bold move focuses on using that data to make informed decisions, demonstrate progress, and identify what drives growth. By asking the right questions, why isn’t something working, how do we keep courts busy, we’ll create a shared understanding of the state of play across programs and facilities. These insights will guide smarter strategies and resource allocation to ensure tennis thrives statewide.
Help us shape the future of tennis. Use our insights tools and share your feedback to keep Florida courts thriving!
Volunteer System & Structure
The Board emphasized the need for greater leadership in volunteer engagement. Volunteers are the heartbeat of USTA Florida, and this initiative ensures they have a structured, sustainable system to thrive. The Board will take an active role in mentoring, coordinating, and developing volunteers, reducing staff oversight while energizing new talent. Clear roles, responsibilities, and timelines will create a network where volunteers feel empowered to lead and advocate for tennis in their communities.
Be part of this movement. Connect with our Volunteer Board and discover how you can lead, support, and grow tennis in your community!
Our History Snapshot
USTA Florida has been serving the Sunshine State for more than seven decades. What began as a small regional tennis association has grown into one of the largest and most active sections in the country, helping to shape Florida’s rich tennis tradition and producing world-class players along the way.
Leadership
Meet Our Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board provides strategic direction for the organization, participates in national USTA meetings, and leads key committees and project teams. Board members serve two-year terms and are committed to growing tennis across Florida.
Meet Our Staff
Our team of office and field professionals brings a wide range of backgrounds and expertise. From program development to community outreach, our staff works every day to promote and develop tennis for all Floridians.
Governance & Transparency
USTA Florida is guided by its Bylaws and Strategic Plan to ensure accountability and purpose in everything we do. Learn more about how we operate and how decisions are made.
Tennis Runs on Volunteers. Be One of Them.
USTA Florida is a volunteer-powered organization, and the people who show up make all the difference. Whether you’re helping run a tournament, coaching kids in an after-school clinic, supporting adaptive tennis programs, or cheering on players at a community event, your time and passion directly fuel the growth of tennis across Florida. No experience necessary — just a love for the game and a desire to give back.
Latest About Us News
See all About Us News
USTA Florida Launches Redesigned Website to Better Serve the Florida Tennis Community
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Donald J. Petrine, Jr.
Year in Review: USTA Florida 75th Anniversary
The Founding Fathers of USTA Florida
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About USTA Florida
The basics about who we are.
USTA Florida is a not-for-profit and the official governing body of tennis in the state, serving every Floridian who wants to play, from Pensacola to the Keys. Our mission is to promote and develop tennis for all.
We’ve been growing the game for over 70 years, as a volunteer-driven organization based in Lake Nona. Along the way we’ve helped build not just players, but communities.
We’re one of the USTA’s sections, an independent nonprofit focused specifically on Florida, with our own board, staff, and programs. The national USTA runs things like the US Open.
A volunteer board and a professional staff run the organization together. You can meet the team on our site.
The quickest way to the right team is by department. Reach out to us anytime.
Connect With Us
Have a question, need some guidance, or want to learn more?
Reach out anytime, and our team will be happy to point you in the right direction.