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. 6-Feb. 8, 2024
    • Registration opens: Dec. 20 at 10am
    • Registration closes: Jan. 3 at 10pm
  • Session II: Feb. 26-March 31, 2024
    • Registration opens: Feb. 7 at 10am
    • Registration closes: Feb. 21 at 10pm
  • 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. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 5:30-6pm 26652
I – Jan. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 6-6:30pm 26653
I – Jan. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 6:30-7pm 26660
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 5:30-6pm 26654
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 6-6:30pm 26655
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 6:30-7pm 26663
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 5:30-6pm 26645
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 6-6:30pm 26646
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 6:30-7pm 26647
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 5:30-6pm 26648
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 6-6:30pm 26649
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 6:30-7pm 26650
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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. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26642
I – Jan. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26661
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26643
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26662
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26637
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26638
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26639
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26640
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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. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26626
I – Jan. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26664
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26628
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26665
I – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26621
I – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26622
I – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26623
I – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26624
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8 & Under Tennis – Advanced

This class is for 7-8-year-olds who would like more in-depth instruction before advancing to 10 & Under. Participants must be able to continuously rally over a mini-net and have an understanding of the serve. Ball placement and control will be introduced.

Ages, Fee and Location

  • Ages 7-8 and instructor permission
  • $50
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 3 Sat 11am-12pm 26619
II – March 2-30 Sat 11am-12pm 26618
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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. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26614
I – Jan. 8-Feb. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26666
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26616
I – Jan. 9-Feb. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26667
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 26609
II – Feb. 26-March 27 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 26610
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 26611
II – Feb. 27-March 28 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 26612
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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. 6-Feb. 3 Sat 9:30-11am 26607
II – March 2-30 Sat 9:30-11am 26606
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All youth tennis programs sponsored by

 


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 5-12
  • $7/player; $3.50/2nd child
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
Dates Day Time Code
Jan. 26 F 4-5:30pm 26523
March 22 F 4-5:30pm 26524
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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. 23-25, 2024
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • Registration information TBA

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

  • Rod Morasch, rmorasch@bisparks.org
  • The Tournament Director reserves the right to fold any draw not having enough participants and to change the scoring for consolation matches.

MATCHES

  • Level 6 matches are an 8 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreaker at 8 all. 10U matches are a 4 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreaker at 4 all. No add scoring to be used.
  • 10U matches begin on TBA.
  • Level 6 matches begin on TBA.
  • Please check-in 15 minutes before your scheduled match.
    Seeding/Draw Information
  • Current ranking/standing lists will be used for seeding purposes. Draw information will be available on TBA.

USTA JUNIOR TOURNAMENT RULES

  • Level 6 tournaments are for the more serious junior competitive player. Players should have experienced some success in Level 7 entry level tournaments. The tournament is open, meaning no points are required and there is no draw limit. All players that register are selected. Seeding is based on the most current standings/rankings list after entries close.
  • 10U Divisions, orange and green, are entry-level, fun and social tournaments. Players should know how to keep score.

AWARDS

  • Awards are given depending on the size of each draw.
  • All participants receive a free tournament gift and snacks through the tournament.

Blacklight Tennis

A fun, high-energy event for all levels of tennis players. There will be 75 minutes 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. 2

Ages Time Code
5-11 5:30-6:45pm 26520
5-11 6:45-8pm 26521
12-18 8-9:15pm 26518
Adults 18+ 8-9:15pm 26519

Friday, April 5

Ages Time Code
5-11 5:30-6:45pm 26545
5-11 6:45-8pm 26546
12-18 8-9:15pm 26543
Adults 18+ 8-9:15pm 26544
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Special Tennis Events

Snowball Smash Tennis Gameday: Thursday, Jan. 4

Spring Fling Tennis Gameday: Monday, May 6

A couple of fun nights of tennis games! Goodie bags and prizes will be given away at both events! Plus, register for fall/winter tennis programs.

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
Jan. 4 Th 5:30-6:15pm 26530
May 6 M 5:30-6:15pm 26527
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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, $5/2nd child
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Dates Day Time Code
Jan. 4 Th 6:30-7:30pm 26529
May 6 M 6:30-7:30pm 26526
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