World-class junior development, a holistic coaching system, and a proven pathway to the NCAA, ITF, and professional circuit.
Our Alumni
The High Performance Program is one of the best out there. The coaches taught me the value of dedication and hard work. I'd tell anyone to join JTCC.
US Open Semifinalist · Career-High #10
JTCC gave me the foundation to compete at any level. The training, the discipline, the people — it shapes who you become as a player and a person.
WTA Top 20 · Beat World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka
Coming back to JTCC as a coach feels like coming home. I want to give the next generation what this program gave me.
Former ATP #53 · 15+ Years on Tour
Training Tracks
JTCC's Most Committed Path
Full-time, year-round training with credentialed on-site academics — built for players pursuing D1 placement or a professional career. Volume, consistency, and structure at the highest level JTCC offers.
Foundation-level HP training. Build elite fundamentals in a structured, competitive environment.
Advanced HP for tournament-ready players. Rankings focus and mental performance integration.
HP pathway for younger competitors. Technique, fitness, and matchplay in a structured format.
Elite summer intensives and US Swing preparation. Open nationally and internationally.
World-Class Coaching
JTCC High Performance is led by some of the most trusted junior development coaches in the country — professionals who have guided players to the high school, college, and professional levels. Collectively certified by the ITF, USTA, RSPA, and PTR.
CEO
Martin Blackman brings to JTCC more than two decades of leadership experience in High Performance tennis development, including a decade as General Manager of USTA Player Development, where he led initiatives that transcended American tennis.
President, Director of Coaching
Vesa has overseen the development of hundreds of JTCC players competing in all levels of tennis; USTA, ITF, NCAA, ATP, WTA, Davis Cup, Fed Cup, Grand Slams, and Olympic Games. Under his leadership, JTCC has been named the National Development Program of the Year in 2013 and 2017 by USTA.
Head of Girls' & Women's Tennis
Paula has coached and mentored JTCC national champions and top ITF players. She leads the training and development of all High Performance female athletes at JTCC.
Head of Boys' & Men's Tennis
Asaf developed multiple Top 10 ITF Juniors, USTA National Champions, NCAA Champions, Junior Orange Bowl Champions, and Former #1 USTA National Junior Players. He coached a Top 100 WTA Player and was the Youth Olympic Games Team Captain of Israel.
Senior Coach
Denis is a JTCC alum and had a successful 15-year career on the ATP Tour. His career-high was #53 in the world, and he represented the U.S. in the Davis Cup and Olympic Games. Now he's back.
Head of Collegiate & Professional Program
Oliver has been an instrumental coach and mentor for all JTCC professional players, including Frances Tiafoe. He is USTA High Performance certified and serves as a USTA National Coach Developer.
Senior Director of Athlete Development
TC has a NSCA strength and conditioning specialization and DBC Fitness Level 1 certification. TC plays an instrumental role in all JTCC fitness programs and has traveled with Frances Tiafoe on the ATP Tour over the last four years.
International Program
JTCC attracts elite junior talent from across the globe — offering a full-service pathway for international athletes to train, study, and compete in the United States at the highest level.
From housing coordination to on-campus meals and daily scheduling — we handle the logistics so athletes can focus entirely on their game.
Credentialed, full-time teachers through Laurel Springs School are built directly into athlete schedules — keeping international students on track academically alongside their training.
JTCC's proven placement record is a natural pipeline for international athletes — our coaches actively facilitate recruiting exposure to D1, D2, and D3 programs.
JTCC facilitates the F-1 student visa (I-20) process — working directly with families to handle documentation, timelines, and requirements so the path to training in the US is as smooth as possible.
Field Notes
Student Life
Academics
At JTCC, elite training and serious academics aren't a trade-off — they're a partnership. Through our exclusive relationship with Laurel Springs School, full-time HP athletes learn from credentialed, full-time teachers in a hybrid setting that flexes around their training schedule without sacrificing academic rigor.
Monthly sessions on nutrition, recovery, college recruiting, and life skills. Development doesn't stop at the baseline.
Strength, conditioning, and injury prevention fully integrated into the HP model. Complete athletes, not just tennis players.
Relationships with top clubs, academies, and governing bodies open doors at every stage of development.
Train alongside athletes from across the world. Geographic diversity is a true competitive advantage unique to JTCC.
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is simple: Trust Your Training. We value the person first and the tennis player second — because champions in competition are built by champions in character. Every decision we make, from how we coach to how we support life off the court, reflects that commitment.
"We develop champions in competition and in character — instilling life skills, discipline, and a commitment to excellence that extends far beyond the tennis court."
— Vesa Ponkka, President, JTCC
SUMMER 2026 · AGES 9+
Five days a week of high-intensity development for ages 9 and up — full-time coaching, matchplay, fitness, and mental performance.
NOW ENROLLINGOpen to local, national & international juniors.
Full Summer Details & RegistrationFull-Time HP Athletes
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Full-Time Champs · JTCC High Performance
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Locations
Frequently Asked
Find quick answers to the questions families ask most about the JTCC High Performance Program. From your first on-court evaluation through enrollment, daily training, and academics, we've covered the essentials to help you understand what to expect. International families will also find details on visas, housing, and online schooling. If you still have questions after reading through, our HP team is always happy to help.
Submit an inquiry through the contact form on this page and our team will reach out within two business days to schedule an evaluation. Most families begin with a campus visit or a complimentary on-court assessment before committing to a program.
Yes — every prospective HP athlete is invited to a complimentary 60-minute on-court evaluation with a senior coach. The session helps us recommend the right training track and gives the athlete a feel for the program’s intensity and culture.
After your inquiry, we’ll schedule an evaluation, share a coach’s program recommendation, and walk you through tuition and scheduling. Once a deposit is received, your family is paired with a player liaison who coordinates onboarding, paperwork, and orientation. Most families go from first call to first session in about three to four weeks.
JTCC High Performance serves competitive juniors from roughly age 9 through 18, across five training tracks from foundational to full-time. Placement is based on the on-court evaluation rather than age alone.
You’ll receive an automated confirmation immediately, and a member of our HP admissions team will follow up personally within two business days. From there we’ll book the evaluation, send program details based on your interest, and answer any questions about logistics or tuition before you decide.
Yes. JTCC is authorized to issue I-20 forms for the F-1 student visa, and our international team works directly with families on documentation, embassy timelines, and arrival logistics. Most students complete the visa process within 8–12 weeks of acceptance.
International full-time athletes have two paths: vetted host-family placement in the College Park area, or on-campus boarding at our Jacksonville campus through The Bolles School. Both options include meals, transportation to training, and ongoing supervision by JTCC staff. We help every family choose based on age, length of stay, and personal preference.
Full-time HP athletes enroll through our partnership with Laurel Springs School, an accredited online U.S. school with credentialed teachers. Class time is built into the daily training schedule and supervised on-site, so academic progress is never an afterthought.
Absolutely — we host campus visits year-round and strongly encourage them. Reach out and we’ll arrange a tour, an evaluation, and time with the coaching staff.
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Whether you're a local junior, an NCAA-bound prospect, or an international athlete — this is where your path begins.
