11-13 Year Olds
Skills Developed
For 11-13 year olds the emphasis is on court movement, basic stroke technique and match play. Classes focus on developing an all-court game and on learning to transition to the net. Players work on developing groundstrokes with correct swing patterns, learn topspin and slice, volleys and overheads, correct technique for serve and return, with a focus on using the correct grips and the ability to hit to targets. Players are assessed during the session and moved up within the level. A formal assessment will be provided to parents at the end of each session.
11-13 Level 1-2 is for players who are new to tennis/beginner. Levels 2-3 are for beginner/advanced beginner players. Levels 4-5 are for players who have more advanced skills and who are starting tournament play. Players are moved into this level after passing skill assessment tests and with instructor approval only.
Our program includes WORLD TOUR MATCH DAYS on selected Fridays and Sundays. Players play supervised matches against other STC teams. Team play introduces players to match play in a cooperative and fun environment.
All junior players will need to purchase a Player Equipment Bag with personal equipment to use during class. This bag should be purchased in the Pro Shop prior to the first day of class. In addition, please bring a water bottle/jug and a tennis racquet sized by age. For this level the racquet should be 27″ long. Players need to wear a skirt/shorts/leggings with pockets to hold balls and tennis court shoes with non-marking soles. Tennis racquets, junior clothing and shoes are sold in our pro shop.
Class sizes are limited to no more than 8 players per instructor. Unfortunately, due to this limited class size we are unable to accommodate make-ups for missed classes unless we do not teach the class.
School Year Classes
Our school year program features practices in the afternoons and on Saturday mornings. Classes start the first week of school and continue through the end of May. Players can register online or in the pro shop.
Summer Camps and Classes
Our Summer Camps and Classes feature week long morning summer camps and once a week evening/Saturday classes, starting the end of May through mid-August. Players can register in the pro shop or online. Online registration requires setting up a family account with the tennis center.
Schedule of Classes
11-15 yr Old Summer Camps
Monday-Thursday 9 am-12 noon, Friday 9 am-4 pm
Summer Classes
Session 5 – 05/29-07/01 | Session 6 – 07/10-08/12
Classes are taught both indoors and outdoors. Minimum of 4 players per class.
Level 1-2 M/T/W/Th 6:00-7:00 pm (Indoors) | Sat 10:30 am (Indoors/Outdoors)
Levels 2-3 M/T/W/Th 6:00-7:00 pm (Indoors) | Sat 10:30-11:30 am (Indoors/Outdoors)
Levels 4-5 M/T/W/Th 1:00-3:00 pm (Indoors/Outdoors)
Fall Classes start August 14 Registration Opens May 1
Players can register online or in the Pro Shop at 817-421-5605
