What is AIA?
Athletes in Action (AIA) is a global sports ministry dedicated to helping athletes and coaches grow mentally, physically, and spiritually, becoming the TOTAL athlete on and off the court or field.
With trained staff on 100+ college campuses, we encourage student-athletes to know, grow, and go with Jesus into the world.
Our vision: Christ-followers on every team, in every sport, in every nation.
AIA has a presence in:
✅ 68 countries
✅ 35 professional sports facilities
✅ 225 college campuses
AIA Tennis is part of AIA’s Catalytic Division, headquartered in Xenia, OH, at our Sports Complex & Retreat Center—a hub for spiritual growth and training.
Our Sports Complex and Retreat Center
What We do
Most of our online resources are FREE, thanks to the generosity of our donors. Some camps/clinics may have a cost.
🔥 Faith & Growth Opportunities:
✔️ Retreats (Men’s, Women’s, Coaches, Team-Building, Leadership)
✔️ Virtual Bible Studies (For college, pro, and post-grad players)
✔️ 1-on-1 Mentorship & Life Coaching (For players & coaches)
✔️ Ultimate Training Camp (AIA's most popular summer camp for high-school and college athletes)
🎾 Athlete Support & Connection:
✔️ Zoom Community for Players and Coaches
✔️ College Match Visits & Presence-Based Ministry
🌍 International Opportunities:
✔️ International Tennis Mission Trips
✔️ International Tennis Tournaments with Tennis Chaplains
Tennis Camps and Clinics
✔️ Locally based (Xenia, OH)
Campus Visits
✔️ Speaking Events
Resources to Check Out:
✔️ Book: "The Freshman" by Chad Simpson
✔️ Podcast: "Walk Like a Champion" 🎙️ hosted by Chad Simpson
AIA Tennis: Our Story
Since the 1970s, we’ve used tennis as a tool for transformation, bringing the life-changing message of Jesus to athletes worldwide.
Today we serve college and professional tennis players, helping them grow in their faith, navigate performance pressures, and discover a deeper purpose beyond the game. We also equip college coaches to put Christ first, fostering Christ-centered leadership and a healthy coaching approach rooted in their true purpose.
Support the Mission
Athletes in Action is fully funded through the generosity of individuals, churches, and organizations, and we rely on these gifts to sustain our ministry efforts and support our staff.
Every gift, big or small, plays a vital role in advancing our work and ministry!