Tennis (Winter) 10 & Under Programs

The 10 & under tennis programs brings kids into the game with specialized equipment and shorter court dimensions, all tailored to age and size. This new 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

  • Registration will continue until one week prior to the first day of class. Late Registration will only be accepted with the Head Tennis Professional’s approval.
  • Parents may register for Session I and II at the same time.
  • 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

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 5:30 – 6pm 18375
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 6 – 6:30pm 18376
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 6:30 – 7pm 18377
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 5:30 – 6pm 18378
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 6 – 6:30pm 18379
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 6:30 – 7pm 18380
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 5:30 – 6pm 18394
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 6 – 6:30pm 18395
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 6:30 – 7pm 18396
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 5:30 – 6pm 18397
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 6 – 6:30pm 18398
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 6:30 – 7pm 18399

Netters

Kids use a 36-foot court and 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 or instructor permission
  • $70, 2 days a week only.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
  • 5:30pm: Class is for new players to tennis.
  • 6:30pm: Class is for returning players.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18371
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18372
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18373
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18374
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18390
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18391
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18392
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18393

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
  • $70, 2 days a week only.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
  • 5:30pm: Class is for new players to tennis.
  • 6:30pm: Class is for returning players.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18367
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18368
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18369
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18370
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18386
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18387
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18388
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18389

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
  • $70, 2 days a week only.
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
  • 5:30pm: Class is for new players to tennis.
  • 6:30pm: Class is for returning players.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18363
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18364
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18365
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18366
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 5:30 – 6:30pm 18382
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 6:30 – 7:30pm 18383
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 5:30 – 6:30pm 18384
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 6:30 – 7:30pm 18385

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 on ball placement and control.

Ages, Fee and location

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9* Sat 10 – 11:30am 18362
*Feb. 8 class is rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 5:30-7pm
II – Feb 24 – March 29 Sat 10 – 11:30am 18381

Junior Team Challenges

Participants get an introduction to competition for players 5-12 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!

Dates Day Time Code
March 20 F 4 – 5:30pm 18516

Special Tennis Events

Spring Fling Tennis Gameday: Monday, May 4

A couple of fun nights of tennis games! Goodie bags and prizes will be given away at both event! 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. Parents are Free with a paid child registration. Designed for parents and their children ages 3-10.

Dates Day Time Code
May 4 M 5:30 – 6:15pm 18503

Ages 5-10 Gameday
A fun tennis activity filled night for your child! Falling in Love with 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! Join us!

Dates Day Time Code
May 4 M 6:15 – 7:30pm 18502

Blacklight Tennis – April 3

Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street

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 onsite for children.

Friday, April 3

  • Ages 5-11: 5:30 – 6:15 – Registration Code: 18500
  • Ages 12-18: 6:45 – 8:00 – Registration Code: 18499
  • Adults 18 and up: 8:00 – 9:15pm – Registration Code: 18501
  • $10.00/person

Tennis Night in America – March 9

A youth registration night across America. Sign-up early for spring/summer tennis programs before our regular registration period opens! Plus play on-court games and win prizes! The event is free to youth ages 5-10. This night is merged with regularly scheduled lessons. Bring your friends!

Dates, Registration and Code

  • There is no fee to participate, just show up ready to have fun!
  • 5:30pm – For new players to tennis. Registration CODE: 18411
  • 6:30pm – For players with some tennis experience. Registration CODE: 18412
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street