Parks & Recreation  YOUTH TENNIS CLASSES (4-17 years old)
 

LITTLE TENNIS & SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Ages: 4-6 years. Ratio: 4:1.

Description: This specialized program is designed to stimulate, challenge and appeal to children ages 4 to 6 years old. A team of highly trained and motivated “team leaders” will help provide a wonderful environment of intellectual and physical intrigue. Students and parents alike will be impressed by the dynamic range of learning aides and carefully designed development plans used throughout this program. Equipment can be purchased in the Cupertino Sports Center ProShop.

YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAM (GREEN, BLUE & RED) Ages: 7-15 years. Ratio: 4:1 and 8:1

Description: This 3 tiered introduction program is designed to develop early tennis skills that include stage 1, 2 & 3 balls, ground strokes (stationary & moving), serving (1/2 & full motion), volleys, overheads, and basic vocabulary. Students are grouped by age and ability levels the 1st day of class. Class goal: to maintain “full court” rallies and serve 1 of 3 balls into correct service box while using proper technique. Graduates are encouraged to join the Bronze, Silver & Gold program.

JR. TEAMS (BRONZE, SILVER & GOLD) Ages: 8-17 years. Ratio: 8:1. 

Description: For students who graduated from the Green, Blue & Red Level program or can fulfill the program requirements. Students will learn topspin, under spin sidespin; add & reduce the power to shots, and develop specialty shots. Program drills enhance quickness, balance and racquet control for improved consistency and accuracy. Class goal: Develop foundation to become a well-rounded tennis player, successfully play singles & doubles matches, and to play in local tennis leagues, school teams or tournaments.

JR. TEAMS MATCHPLAY Ages: 8-17 years. Ratio: 8:1.

Description: This is an enhancement program for students enrolled in a Junior Development group (Bronze, Silver, Gold). Players will challenge and compete against one another in weekly singles and doubles matches to improve their tennis skills. This program allows players the chance to utilize the skills learned in the development classes.

2012 Camp Offerings for January, February, and March school breaks. 

View Winter 2012 Camp schedule here.

LITTLE TENNIS & RALLYER CAMPS Ages: 4-6 years. Ratio: 4:1.

Description: Specially designed tennis nets, racquets & low bouncing balls are used to provide an enjoyable learning experience for younger players (4-6 years). Several short breaks are taken so that students can regain energy (bring a snack) and cool down (ice water provided). Little Tennis students will learn to recognize, demonstrate & successfully hit the Forehand, Backhand & Serve. They will learn parts of the racquet & court, & improve coordination & motor skills (i.e. balancing, overhand throwing, catching, shuffling). Little Rallyers will work to improve their full court abilities through a series of drills and games.

JUNIOR IMPROVEMENT & MATCHPLAY CAMPS Ages: 8-17 years. Ratio: 8:1.

Description: Students are grouped by age & ability levels on 1st day of class. Introductory students will learn & improve their Forehand, Backhand, Volley, Overhead & Serve through our unique "court rotation & activity system". Intermediate & Junior Team students will develop specialty shots and play in Singles & Doubles Round Robin Tournaments. The instructor(s) will help players will scoring, rules and match strategy. NOTE: Players should bring a snack; ice water is provided.

COMBO (BADMINTON & TABLE TENNIS) CAMPS Ages: 8-17 years. Ratio: 6:1.

Description: Twice the fun as students participate in both the badminton and table tennis camps at a discounted rate! 

ALL DAY RACQUET SPORTS (TENNIS, BADMINTON, TABLE TENNIS) CAMPS Ages: 6-17 years. Ratio: 8:1.                 

Description: Combines the morning Junior Improvement & Matchplay tennis camp with the afternoon Badminton/Table tennis Combo Camp to create full days of exercise and social interaction.