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Groveport Tennis Academy
The Groveport Recreation Department is offering high quality tennis instruction for juniors (4 years and up) and adults at an affordable price. Clinics are available for beginners through tournament level and league players. Let Chris Brown-Borden, USPTA Certified Teaching Professional and former Assistant Head Pro of New Albany Country Club, introduce you to the game or further your knowledge and skills. Quick Start Instruction will be used with Juniors. A minimum of 3 registered participants for class to run, additional sections will be added when possible with 3 on the waiting list. Racquets will be available to borrow for junior clinics up to age 12. Adult size racquets are available to purchase after opportunity to try various demo racquets. Space is limited, please register early.
NEW!!!! All lessons will take place at the Groveport High School tennis courts located at 4475 S. Hamilton Rd. Groveport, OH
If you have any questions please contact Chris at (614)282-4779 or groveporttennis@hotmail.com.
| Who: | Ages 4 - Adult |
| Time / Fee: | Varies Per Class |
| Location: | Groveport High school (4475 S. Hamilton Rd Groveport, OH 43125) |
| Dates: | June 5 - July 27, 2023 |
| Summer Registration: | May 10 - June 5th, 2023 A $5 late fee will occur after the 1st day of each class, if space is available. |
| Activity #: | 506318 |
| Contact: | Chris Brown-Borden 614-282-4779 / groveporttennis@hotmail.com |
SUMMER 2023 CLASS DESCRIPTIONS, DATES & TIMES:
Little Tennis
Ages: 4 - 6 Yrs. Racquet Size: 21". Skills introduced: ground strokes, volleys, footwork, combination drills & movement. This program is a fun way for children to be introduced to tennis at a young age. Quick Start Instruction will be used and each week one new skill will be added. At the end of the session, children will know how to hit the basic strokes with some movement to the ball.
Tuesdays (PM CLASS) June 6th - July 25th / 5:00 - 6:00pm (NO CLASS JULY 4TH - make-up date will be determined by Coach Chris)
Wednesdays (AM CLASS) June 7th - July 26th / 9:00 - 10:00am
FEE: $96 Resident/ $106 Non-Resident / $5 late fee on or after June 6th or 7th
Rip & Rally
Ages: 7 - 9 Yrs. Racquet Size: 23" or 25". Skills introduced: All components of Little Tennis, plus correct grips, hitting from the baseline, approach shots, overheads, intro. to serving, positioning on court, beginning to rally & scoring. Rip & Rally is a continuation from Little Tennis or a great way for 7 - 9 year olds to learn beginning tennis. Quick Start Instruction will be used to effectively move to the ball with the goal to be able to rally a ball with the pro by the end of the season.
Tuesdays (PM CLASS) June 6th - July 25th / 6:00 - 7:00pm (NO CLASS JULY 4TH- make-up date will be determined by Coach Chris)
Wednesdays (AM CLASS) June 7th - July 26th / 10:00 - 11:00am
FEE: $96 Resident/ $106 Non-Resident / $5 late fee on or after June 6th or 7th
Future Stars
Ages: 10 - 12 Yrs. Racquet Size: 25" or 26". Skills introduced: All components of Little Tennis and Rip & Rally, plus serving proficiency, rallying from baseline & returning a serve. Focus will be on developing proper technique taught by utilizing Quick Start Instruction. Serving & returning are also major components at this level. The main goal is to have a strong foundation and ability to play tennis with someone equal to their ability.
Thursdays June 8th - July 27th / 5:00 - 6:30pm
FEE: $144 Resident/ $154 Non-Resident / $5 late fee on or after June 8th
Tennis 101
Ages: 13 Yrs.+. Racquet Size: 27". All basic stokes are introduced, along with scoring, grips, strategy, rallying & positioning on the court. Tennis 101 is a great clinic for teens/adults who want to learn how to play tennis with other beginners their own age. It is also geared towards adults who have never played or who used to play, but want to refresh their skills. The goal at end of the season is to be able to play tennis correctly with someone of same ability.
Tuesdays, June 6th - July 25th / 7:00 - 8:30pm (NO CLASS JULY 4TH- make-up date will be determined by Coach Chris)
FEE: $144 Resident/ $154 Non-Resident / $5 late fee on or after June 6th
Advanced Rip & Rally
By invitation only. Contact Coach Chris Brown-Borden
Mondays, June 5th - July 24th / 5:00 - 6:30pm
FEE: $144 Resident/ $154 Non-Resident / $5 late fee on or after June 5th