GMTEF uses the NJTL / First Serve Life Skills Curriculum which is perhaps the most comprehensive life skills program ever designed for a sport.  Participants learn important skills such as communication, healthy habits, and goal setting (amongst others) in a fun and interactive manner with tennis as the backdrop.

Life Skills GAME LEVEL – Level 1 addresses the following:

• Being a Team Player
• Being Positive
• Understanding Rules
• Practicing Proper Hygiene
• Talking with Others
• Appreciating Diversity

Life Skills SET LEVEL – Level 2 addresses the following:

• Embracing Fitness
• Understanding Nutrition – presented by Publix Super Markets Charities
• Improving Study Skills
• Staying Calm and Focused
• Dealing with Peer Pressure
• Resolving Conflicts

Life Skills MATCH LEVEL – Level 3 addresses the following:

• Speaking in Front of Others
• Making Good Decisions
• Setting Personal Goals
• Planning to Attain Personal Goals
• Overcoming Challenges
• Giving and Receiving Help

See this link: http://www.firstserve.org/life_skills.html for graphic representation of above.