Warrior Leadership Academy
Where Champions are Made!
The Warrior Leadership Academy (WLA) is Saint Paul Urban Tennis's comprehensive winter tennis and leadership program for middle school and high school students. Our program combines intensive tennis training with character development to build tomorrow's leaders both on and off the court.
Program Overview
Season: November through March
Location: White Bear Life Time
Transportation: Complimentary bus service available from SPUT's office at Eastview Recreation Center
Commitment: Weekly tennis drills plus monthly off-court leadership workshops
What Makes WLA Special
Tennis Development
Weekly Training: Weekend evening practice sessions focused on skill development and competitive play
Competition Opportunities: Support for high school team participation plus access to USTA Junior Team Tennis and tournaments
Year-Round Growth: Indoor winter training keeps players sharp during the off-season
Leadership Education
Warriors participate in team-based workshops covering:
- Personal goal setting and player development
- Financial literacy and life skills
- College and career exploration
- Community service initiatives
- Mentoring sessions with program volunteers
Note: Mentoring session schedules will be provided after program acceptance.
Program Levels & Fees
We believe every student deserves the opportunity to develop as a leader. Our sliding fee structure ensures accessibility for all families, with scholarships available based on need. All scholarship levels are self-reported during registration. Financial assistance is available for any family in need.
Base Program Fees
- SPPS Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible: $100
- Not SPPS Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible: $1,000
High Performance Track (Additional)
- SPPS Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible: +$25
- Not SPPS Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible: +$125
How to Join
Step 1: Attend Tryouts
Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Location: Eastview Recreation Center
Tryout Schedule:
- Middle School: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- High School: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- High Performance: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Step 2: Kick-off Retreat (Recommended)
Dates: Friday, October 10th - Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Accepted Warriors are strongly encouraged to attend this team-building retreat. Details provided upon acceptance.
Ready to Become a Warrior?
Questions? Contact us at:
Phone: 651-222-2879
Email: admin@urbantennis.org
Note: Late registrations accepted after September 13th - just give us a call!
