THE GUIDELINES ARE:

• Parent visits are encouraged, but are only allowed when scheduled with ICTA.  As ICTA is a ministry, not a tennis academy, roving parents are not allowed.  Parents who refuse to abide by our guidelines will be asked to leave, the player may be asked to leave as well, and no refund will be given.
• Parents must agree to the tennis and leadership training and competitive plans as set by the ICTA. Any changes to the plan must be received prior to approval.
• While visiting the ICTA camps facilities, parents are required to stay outside the tennis courts during practices unless given permission by the staff. As well, please avoid giving coaching advice during training periods.
• If traveling to a tournament, encourage your child for as much player independence as possible by giving the ICTA coaching staff authority on all competitive matters.
• When watching your child play a match, learn ways to project positive feelings from the sidelines. If parents cannot be positive, optimistic and encouraging during matches, they should stay away. The only exception to this rule is if your child's behavior has become unacceptable in terms of cheating, temper or negativism. In such cases, it is important that you play an active role, projecting disapproval.
• Try not to get too excited when your child wins, or too upset if he/she looses.
• We encourage parents to communicate with us on an ongoing basis. The ideal time period to call the ICTA coaching staff is during lunch time, between noon and 1 p.m. EST.

Release Agreement

In consideration of participation in the International Christian Tennis Academy USA (ICTA) program when a player is under the age of 18, the Parent/Guardian and Player:

1. Hereby releases and discharges the International Christian Tennis Association, Inc., its Officers, Directors, Employees, Agents and Representatives (collectively called the "Releasees") from any and all actions, claims and demands of every nature and character arising out of or resulting from:

• any damage, loss or injury suffered by the Player on his/her property; or
• the player's death, suffered during or in any way connected with the player's participation in the International Christian Tennis Academy program; and

2. Hereby waive any such action, claim or demand and covenant not to sue therefore.

This agreement is binding on your heirs and personal representatives.The International Christian Tennis Association  Information Guide is offered strictly for informational purposes and is subject to change without any prior notice. The Guide is not intended to be a binding contract between the International Christian Tennis Association and its athletes/students or their families or any other party.