Bismarck Parks & Recreation

Tennis (Winter) 10 & Under Programs

 

The 10 & under tennis programs brings kids into the game with specialized equipment (racquets and balls) and shorter court dimensions, all tailored to age and size. This format makes learning tennis easy and fun! Kids should bring water and tennis shoes to lessons. Racquets are provided for those who don’t have one.

Registration

  • Session I: Jan. 5-Feb. 7, 2026
    • Registration opens: Dec. 17 at 10:00am
    • Registration closes: Dec. 31 at 10:00pm
  • Session II: Feb. 23-March 28, 2026
    • Registration opens: Feb. 4 at 10:00am
    • Registration closes: Feb. 18 at 10:00pm
  • All classes require a minimum of 5 participants.

Tiny Tots

Kids are introduced to tennis on a 36-foot court using a foam ball. Basic skills of tennis are introduced through hand eye coordination and games. Focus is on fun, improving social skills and physical fitness.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 3-5
  • $50
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 5:30-6:00pm 30154
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 6:00-6:30pm 30155
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 6:30-7:00pm 30156
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:00pm 30157
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 6:00-6:30pm 30158
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:00pm 30159
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 5:30-6:00pm 30147
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 6:00-6:30pm 30148
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 6:30-7:00pm 30149
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 5:30-6:00pm 30150
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 6:00-6:30pm 30151
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 6:30-7:00pm 30152
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Netters

Kids use a 36-foot court and a red ball and expand their skills learned in Tiny Tots. Basic strokes are introduced including volleys, forehand and backhand. Tennis etiquette and sportsmanship is introduced. Games are played to utilize strokes learned and to focus on fun and promote physical fitness.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 5-6
  • $100
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30142
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30143
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30144
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30145
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30137
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30138
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30139
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30140
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8 & Under Tennis

Kids are introduced to a 36-foot court using a red ball. Basic strokes are expanded upon, and serving and match play is introduced. Games are played to utilize strokes learned and to focus on fun and promote physical fitness.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 7-8
  • $100
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30124
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30125
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30126
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30127
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30119
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30120
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30121
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30122
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10 & Under Tennis

Kids are introduced to a 60-foot court when ready using an orange ball. Tennis strokes are more in depth and rallying is emphasized. Serving and match play are expanded on, and games are played to utilize techniques learned and to focus on fun and promote physical fitness.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 9-10
  • $100
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30111
I – Jan. 5-Feb. 4 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30112
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30113
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30114
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 30106
II – Feb. 23-March 25 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 30107
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 30108
II – Feb. 24-March 26 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 30109
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10 & Under Tennis – Advanced

This class is for 9-10-year-olds who would like more in depth instruction before advancing to High School Prep. Participants must be able to continuously rally and serve. Strategy in match play is introduced and focus is on ball placement and control.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 9-10 and instructor permission
  • $75
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 10-Feb. 7 Sat 9:30-11:00am 30104
II – Feb. 28-March 28 Sat 9:30-11:00am 30103
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Junior Team Challenges

Participants get an introduction to competition for players using a red, orange or green ball based on age. This low-level competitive play experience highlights teamwork and skill development in a fun social environment.

Players enter as individuals and will be matched with others of like ability to form teams. Racquets are provided for those who need one. Parents are encouraged to sign up to be on court helpers. Awards are given to each participant for competing!

  • Ages 7-12
  • $7/player
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
Dates Day Time Code
Jan. 23 F 4:00-5:30pm 30094
March 20 F 4:00-5:30pm 30095
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Winter Jam Junior Tennis Tournament

Three-day tournament for competitive junior players. Entry fee includes a tournament gift, snacks (through the tournament) and player social.

REGISTRATION/ENTRY INFORMATION

  • Feb. 20-22, 2026
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • Registration information TBA

Blacklight Tennis

A fun, high-energy event for all levels of tennis players. There will be one hour of tennis games in a “glow in the dark” atmosphere. It will be dark, so wear white or neon colors to “glow”! Glow sticks and necklaces will be provided. Glow face painting will be on-site for children.

  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • $12.50/person
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.

Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

Ages Time Code
5-11 5:30-6:30pm 30091
12-18 6:30-7:30pm 30089
Adults 19+ 6:30-7:30pm 30090

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Special Tennis Events

Spring Fling Tennis Gameday: Monday, May 4, 2026

A couple of fun nights of tennis games! Goodie bags and prizes will be given away at both events!

Parent/Child

Join your child for a tennis fun night where you can play tennis together! An instructor will lead you through fun activities that will quickly have you and your child rallying by the end of the night.

  • Ages 3-10 plus parents
  • $7.50/child, parents FREE with paid child
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Dates Day Time Code
May 4 M 5:30-6:15pm 30101
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Ages 5-10 Gameday

A fun tennis activity filled night for your child! Tennis Gameday is led by our tennis staff and kids play their favorite tennis games/activities during the session. There will be some giveaways, too!

  • $10/child
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Dates Day Time Code
May 4 M 6:30-7:30pm 30100
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