Due to the increased river levels, the following areas are closed until further notice:
Fox Island Boat Ramp parking lot, Keelboat Boat Ramp and south end of parking lot, the Expressway underpass, and the west Sertoma Park Trail from the Expressway underpass to the north end of the park at Riverwood Drive.
A portion of the Pebble Creek Trail from 19th Street to Century Avenue has been detoured onto the Pebble Creek Golf Course cart path for the winter.
This detour will be in place until spring when winter conditions subside.
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
- Ages 3 – 5
- $35/child per session
- Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
| Session | Day | Times | Code |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 5:30 – 6pm | 13512 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 6 – 6:30pm | 13513 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 6:30 – 7pm | 13514 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6pm | 13515 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 6 – 6:30pm | 13516 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7pm | 13517 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 5:30 – 6pm | 13524 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 6 – 6:30pm | 13525 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 6:30 – 7pm | 13526 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6pm | 13527 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 6 – 6:30pm | 13528 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7pm | 13529 |
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 and Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
| Session | Day | Times | Code |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13510 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13661 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13511 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13662 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13522 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13667 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13523 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13797 |
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 and Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
| Session | Day | Times | Code |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13508 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13663 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13509 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13664 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13520 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13798 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13521 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13799 |
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 and Fitness Center, 3200 North 10th Street
| Session | Day | Times | Code |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13506 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13665 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13507 |
| I – Jan. 7 – Feb. 10 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13666 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13518 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | M & W | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13800 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 5:30 – 6:30pm | 13519 |
| II – Feb 25 – March 31 | T & Th | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 13801 |
Tennis Night in America
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
- March 4, 5:30pm or 6:30pm (choose a 1 hour session to attend)
- There is no fee to participate, just show up ready to have fun! Reserve your spot at bisparks.org in advance.
- 5:30pm Registration CODE: 13803
- 6:30pm Registration CODE: 13804
