Simsmore Tennis Juniors
The goal of our junior lesson program is to maximize each player’s skills utilizing an energetic, technical and positive teaching approach.
Our junior program has specific goals that the instructors focus on to make sure your child has a solid foundation of technique, footwork and strategy. Singles and doubles play will be incorporated into the workouts. Progress reports will be given out at the end of each session to keep you informed of your child’s activity.
Classes are available Monday-Thursday with match play on Fridays. Match play is a 90 minute round robin style format with singles and doubles play supervised by our teaching staff. We look forward to seeing you on the court!
JUNIOR CLASSES
Bantams 1st & 2nd Grade
Monday-Thursday 5:30-6:30
The main concept at this age is to build hand-eye skills and the basics of the 4 main shots: groundstrokes, volleys, overheads and serves. We use training tools and realistic tennis situations on a smaller scale.
Breakers 3rd-6th Grade
Monday-Thursday 4:30-5:30
The main focus will be on grips, stroke mechanics and positioning. Specific footwork is introduced at this level to learn how to set up shots. Singles and doubles strategy will be introduced.
Core 7th & 8th Grade
Monday-Thursday 3:30-4:30
Our goal for these juniors is to teach them all of the basics of the game so high school tennis could be an option. Grips, positioning, strategy and a lot of focus on doubles.
High School
Monday-Thursday 2:30-3:30
Helping players improve their positioning and 4 main shots are still the biggest focus at this age. All rules, scoring and basics of singles and doubles play will be covered to have players ready for their tennis season.
FRIDAY MATCH PLAY
This program is for all juniors who have the ability to serve, keep score and know the basic rules of the game. Sign ups are on a weekly basic. Play will be a round robin format with singles and doubles. The fee is $20.00 each time.
SESSION DATES [2007/08 Season]
Session 1 - 7 weeks, $140, Monday 9/24 – Friday 11/9
Session 2 - 8 weeks, $160, Monday 11/12 – Friday 1/18
Session 3 - 7 weeks, $140, Monday 1/21 – Friday 3/14
Session 4 - 8 weeks, $160, Monday 3/17 – Friday 5/15
Payment is required in full at the beginning of each session. Drop in rate is $25 per season, based on availability
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
Team format allows juniors to compete in an exciting environment with their peers. Teams are created by age and level for juniors 10-18. Matches are on weekend afternoons. The cost per match is $25. Price includes balls, court time, snacks & refreshments during match play, and a t- shirt. There will be a team banquet at the end of the year for all team players.