Junior Tennis Program
Discover the perfect tennis program tailored to junior players of all skill levels! Whether your child is just starting out or looking to refine their game, our comprehensive range of tennis sessions caters to every age and ability. From the dynamic Red Ball Pre-Rally sessions designed for ages 5 and 6, to the skill-enhancing Red, Orange, and Green Development programs tailored for ages 7 to 12, we provide a progressive pathway for growth and success on the court. Additionally, our Teen Training programs, including Futures, Challengers, and Champions, cater to ages 13 and above, offering advanced coaching and competitive opportunities to elevate their game to the next level. Whether it's mastering the basics or striving for excellence, our co-ed sessions foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game. Join us and embark on an exciting tennis journey where every player can flourish and reach their full potential!
Junior Tennis Descriptions
Tailored for new tennis players aged 5 and 6.
Play takes place on a 36-foot court.
Utilizes a red ball, foam ball, and balloons.
Focuses on using game-based activities to develop competencies necessary for young players to learn to rally and play tennis efficiently.
Red Development Pre-Rally
Players aged 7 and 8.
Play occurs on a 36-foot court.
Utilizes a red ball.
Emphasizes serving, rallying, and scoring, prioritizing active engagement in tennis.
Builds foundational athletic skills through game-based activities to enhance rally skills.
Introduces players to technical aspects of stroke development.
Reinforces that play occurs on a 36-foot court with a red ball.
Red Development
Orange Development
Players aged 9 and 10.
Play occurs on a 60-foot court.
Utilizes an orange ball.
Prioritizes serving, rallying, and scoring, fostering engagement in tennis.
Continues to develop players' athletic abilities.
Progresses from rally skills to focusing on the five ball controls of tennis:
Depth/Distance
Height
Direction
Speed
Spin
Players aged 11 and 12.
Play occurs on the full 78-foot court.
Utilizes a green dot ball.
Players apply the five ball controls of tennis learned in orange development.
Develops skills in the five game situations of tennis:
Serving
Returning
Both players back
Approaching the net
Hitting passing shots
Green Development
Players aged 13 and up.
Play occurs on a full 78-foot court.
Primarily utilizes the standard yellow ball.
Prepares players aiming to join their high school tennis team.
Emphasizes improving players' technical skills.
Covers strategies and tactics for both singles and doubles matches.
Teen Training Futures
Teen Training Challengers
Players aged 14 and up.
Play occurs on a full 78-foot court.
Utilizes the standard yellow ball.
Suitable for players competing in USTA level 7 Challenger tournaments and higher, as well as those who have played for their JV team or Varsity Doubles.
Focuses on technical skill enhancement and tactical development for both singles and doubles play.
Teen Training Champions
Geared towards players aged 14 and up.
Play occurs on a full 78-foot court.
Utilizes the standard yellow ball.
Ideal for players competing in USTA Level 6 Championship level tournaments and higher.
Also suitable for players who play Varsity singles or top doubles positions on state qualifying teams.
Focuses on enhancing technical skills.
Emphasizes tactical development for both singles and doubles matches.
Offers advanced training to refine strokes and techniques.
Provides personalized feedback to improve players' overall game.
Covers strategies and tactics specific to singles and doubles play.
Includes drills and exercises to enhance decision-making and court positioning.
Prepares players for high-level competition, including championship tournaments and state qualifiers.
Focuses on mental preparation and resilience in competitive settings.