A PATH,NOT A LIST.
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Level 2. Then the details.
BEGINNER
First contact with the ball.
Ages 6-8 · Beginner & Advanced Beginner
RED BALL
This program introduces the foundational skills of tennis with an oversize low-compression ball. Players will build tennis-specific skills (agility, balance, coordination and speed) needed for long-term athletic development. At the end of the red ball program, players will have the beginning foundational skills necessary to serve, rally, and keep score.
Ages 8-11 · Beginner & Advanced Beginner
ORANGE BALL
This is the follow-up program to Red Ball. Players will learn to maintain a rally when receiving more challenging shots, serve with improved placement, approach the net, and place volleys.
INTERMEDIATE
Building real rallies.
Ages 8-12 · Advanced Beginner & Intermediate
GREEN BALL
More advanced and improved serve, rally, score, and play at net in singles and doubles on a regulation-sized court with a low-compression transition ball. Technique, footwork, appropriate grip, and tactics are the main challenges in match play.
Ages 12-15 · Beginner & Intermediate
YELLOW BALL
Players participate in drills and games that will provide a great workout while inspiring them to learn and love the game. This class teaches advanced motor skills, coordination, tennis strokes, court awareness, and incorporates fun games. It also introduces point play, scoring, and basic strategy.
COMPETITIVE
Tournaments & team play.
Ages Tournament Players · Advanced
COMPETITIVE
Classes address all areas from fitness, conditioning and mental toughness to point play, live ball drilling, play patterns, match play, and technique adjustments. Participants learn to incorporate power and different spins into their shot making.
Ages All Junior Ages · All Levels
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS (JTT)
Junior Team Tennis (JTT) is a USTA program that gives kids the opportunity to play tennis in a fun, team-based environment. It fosters camaraderie, teamwork, and sportsmanship as players compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches against other local teams.
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