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Youth Programs: 2009-2010 Season

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Drills for Advanced Juniors
(Membership Required)
Ages 9 – 12 Excellence
Mon 5:30 – 7:00pm or Wed 5:30 – 7:00 pm		 Ages 10 – 14 Super Excellence
Tue 4:00 – 5:30pm or Thr 4:00 – 5:30 pm
For players who are trying to develop basic strokes, proper volley is introduced, rally at slow pace. This class will help players build a solid foundation for the game of tennis.

In addition, Level 4 Match Play is recommended.		 For intermediate players who can rally from the baseline, consistency and accuracy of strokes are emphasized. This class is designed to develop tournament skills.

In addition, Level 3 Match Play is highly recommended.
Ages 12 – 16 Tournament Team
Mon 4:00 – 6:00 pm or Wed 4:00 – 6:00 pm		 Ages 15 – 18 Super Tournament
Mon 3:30 – 5:30 pm or Wed 3:30 – 5:30 pm
For “A” players using proper grips and having good command of all strokes. Must be able to hit with pace and consistency, must participate in at least two sanctioned USTA tournaments.

In addition, Level 1 or 2 Match Play is recommended.		 Must be a ranked player or a strong varsity player. Need permission from Head Pro to participate.

In addition, Level 1 or 2 Match Play is recommended.
Junior Match Play & Pizza Party

Friday
Level 2: 4:00 – 5:30 pm Intermediate
Level 3: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Intermediate

Pizza & Pop!

Saturday
Level 1: 4:00 – 5:30 pm Advanced
Level 4: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Novice

Pizza & Pop!
Match Play is designed and organized for practice in a real-game setting. Pros will give analysis and feedback of matches. The Friday classes level 2 & 3 will also include Doubles and Singles tactics and some physical conditioning.

 

Pre-Play Drills for Juniors
(Membership Required)
Ages 3 – 5 Shot Makers
Thursday 1:00 – 2:00 pm
  • For new players with little experience, working on hand-eye coordination and basic strokes, emphasis on having fun.
Ages 5 – 7 Future Stars I
Sun 2:00 – 3:00 pm		 Ages 5 – 7 Future Stars II
Sun 2:00 – 3:00 pm
  • Cannot rally from 7-foot net.
    Yet to learn forehands & backhands from
    7-foot net.
  • Can rally and land serves from 7-foot net.
  • Cannot rally with full strokes from service line.
Ages 8 – 12 Pre-Play I
Sunday 3:00 – 4:00 pm		 Ages 8 – 12 Pre-Play II
Sunday 3:00 – 4:00 pm
  • Cannot rally from service line
    (average 3 rallies).
  • Can rally from service line.
  • Cannot rally from 3/4 court.
  • May or may not have a full stroke.
Ages 8 – 12 Pre-Play III
Sunday 4:00 – 5:00 pm		 Ages 8 – 12 Pre-Play I, II, III
Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm
  • Has full stroke and can rally from 3/4 court.
  • Cannot consistently rally or get serve from baseline.
  • Please see preceeding descriptions.

 

  • Classes require at least four participants. Instructors may limit class size.
  • The fees for Jr. classes are based on $23 per hour with full session price due prior to class onset. The total is based on the number of weeks in the session and the number of class hours per week. (Full sessions only! No Pro-rations!) Please enroll at the customer service desk.
  • Drill Sessions (number of weeks in parentheses):
    Session #1: Sept. 13 – Oct 31 (7wks)
    Session #2: Nov 1 – Dec 19 (7/6wks)
    Session #3: Jan 3 – Mar 6 (9wks)
    Session #4: Mar 7 – May 14 (9 wks)

There will be no classes on Nov 26, Dec 20 – Jan 2, and Mar 27 – Apr 3 (OPRFHS Spring Break Week).

Junior Walk-On Rate is available at 50% off for Junior Members!

 

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