2026 Coach Inclusion Summit
The Coach Inclusion Summit hosted by USTA's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) department, and powered by USTA Coaching aims to support growth and development of coaches from all backgrounds, providing the tools and resources necessary for them to be successful and help their players thrive.
In 2026, the Coach Inclusion Summit is coming to two locations. In June, the Summit will be held in Kansas City while the second event will be hosted at the USTA National Campus in Orlando in December.
Elevate Your Coaching
Get ready for a coaching conference that's all about you! The Coach Inclusion Summit is unique – it's designed to empower you, both professionally and personally. We'll delve into topics from a fresh perspective, providing you with practical tools to excel both on and off the court.
Summit attendees will gain:
Professional Development
Tennis Coaching Resources
Professional Development
(conflict management, navigating micro-aggressions as a marginalized group, building advocacy & allyship)
Tennis Coaching Resources
(on-court workshops, mental health strategies, business acumen training)
Networking & Mentorship
(industry leaders, influencers and advocates)
Calling All Tennis Coaches
This conference welcomes current coaches at all levels of experience, as well as those aspiring to coach. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning as a community coach, you'll gain valuable skills, insights, and connections to advance your career.
Coach Inclusion Summit - Kansas City, MO Schedule Overview
FRIDAY | June 12
Loews Hotel Kansas City
11:00am
Check In/Lunch
11:00am
12:00pm
Welcome & Keynote - EmpathyfiU
12:00pm
1:30pm
Classroom Session 1 - You Can Play
1:50pm
3:00pm
Classroom Session 2 - Sportsman’s Tennis & Enrichment Center
3:30pm
5:00pm
Reception/Networking
5:00pm
5:00pm
SATURDAY | June 13
Plaza Tennis Center
9:00am
High Performance Drills
9:00am
9:15am
Wheelchair Workshop & Blind and Visually Impaired
10:15am
12:30pm
Lunch
12:30pm
1:30-5:15pm
Intro to Coaching Workshop
1:30pm
5:15pm
Closing
5:15pm
6:00pm
Dinner on your own
6:00pm
SUNDAY | June 14
Loews Hotel Kansas City
9:00am
Welcome
8:15am
9:15am
Classroom Session 3 - USTA Coaching Women’s Cohort
8:30am
10:00am
Classroom Session 4 - USTA Apprenticeship
9:50am
11:15am
Classroom Session 5 - EmpathyfiU
11:10am
12:30pm
Closing Remarks
12:25pm
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