Junior Development Programs
Under our Junior Tennis Coordinator, Patrick Derr, we are pleased to offer our Junior Development Programs at the Racquet Club of St. Petersburg.
PHILOSOPHY: Our aim is to offer tennis skill development with an emphasis on rallying in a live-ball setting as young as readiness allows. Our program represents "game based learning" which teaches skills in context with the way the game of tennis is played. We are excited to offer the new "Quick Start" system with equipment scaled down in size for the benefit of your children's success and fun with tennis at an early age.
At the highest levels, our emphasis will be on drilling patterns of play, using strategies and tactics in match play situations, incorporating coping strategies for mental toughness under pressure, and physical conditioning for a complete competitive player.
At every level, our goal is to provide an atmosphere of learning combined with appreciation and enjoyment of tennis and physical activity! We strive for an 8:1 Student to Coach Ratio.
We offer the following choices for your child:
YOUTH: ages 6-11 with an emphasis on fun, rallying, and skill development. This group is offered twice a week.
TUESDAY & THURSDAY 3:30-4:30 PM
FUTURES: Not quite "match tough" but middle school age and high school (11 - 17) children with the passion to play in high school. This group is offered twice a week.
TUESDAY & THURSDAY 4:30-6:00 PM
TOURNAMENT: This program is geared for tournament level players of all ages who are dedicated to training for competitive play. Players must demonstrate competency in stroke fundamentals and have achieved a high level of consistency in match play. This group is offered three times a week.
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 4:30-6:00 PM
Junior Development School Year Programs
AGES: BOYS AND GIRLS 5 - 16
LEVEL: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
DATES:
Fall/Winter
4 Sessions: September 2 - December 18 (Exact dates on registration form below)
Winter/Spring
5 Sessions: January 6 - May 21 (Exact dates on registration form below)
Junior Tennis Summer Camp
Join us for weekly camp sessions with development of tennis skills, drills, match play and games on the court. Our goal is to make learning and improving tennis FUN!
Campers will be on the court from 9-11:30am, followed by lunch (provided), then swimming pool activities or more tennis!
Camp Time: 9am-2pm
Welcome to all Levels!
Ages: 5-16 Boys and Girls
Dates: June 1 – August 21 (12 weeks)
Cost: $325/week for Members
$350/week for Non-Members
Drop in Day Cost: $70 for Members, $75 for non-members
To Sign up, please fill in the registration form online or in person. Spots fill up fast! So, make sure to sign up and pay to hold your spot! Registration begins first week of February!
Tiny Tot's Summer Camp
Check out our new Tiny Tots Program! This camp focuses on FUN for younger kids! We focus on basic movement, motor skills, eye-hand coordination, following instructions, listening and engaging in the game of tennis!
Campers will be on the court from 9-11:30am, followed by lunch (provided), then swimming pool activities until 12!
Camp Time: 9am-12pm
Welcome to all children!
Ages: 4-6 Boys and Girls
Dates: June 1 – August 21 (12 weeks)
Cost: $225/week for Members
$250/week for Non-Members
Drop in Day Cost: $60 for Members, $65 for non-members
To Sign up, please fill in the registration form online or in person. Spots fill up fast! So, make sure to sign up and pay to hold your spot! Registration begins first week of February!