Bismarck Parks & Recreation

Tennis (Winter) High School

High School Beginner

This class is for all junior beginners that would like to learn tennis. Basic grips, basic strokes, scoring, rules and etiquette will be covered. Games are played to utilize strokes learned and to focus on fun and promote physical fitness.

Ages, Fee and location

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 7:30 – 9pm 18344
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 7:30 – 9pm 18352

High School Prep

These lessons focus on preparing the beginning entry level player for playing on their high school team. These fun classes emphasize the basic strokes of tennis. Scoring, basic singles and doubles play, basic strategy and etiquette will be covered. Lots of fun games and drills, all taught by a certified USPTA tennis professional.

Fee and location

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 4:00 – 5:30pm 18346
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9* Sat 2 – 3:30pm 18345
*Feb. 8 class is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13 from 4-5:30pm
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 4:00 – 5:30pm 18354
II – Feb 24 – March 29 Sat 2 – 3:30pm 18353

High School Team

These classes focus on the competitive aspects of tennis, including stroke production, spin, singles and doubles positioning and strategy, etiquette and sportsmanship. Lots of fun, yet challenging drills and competitive games, all taught by a certified USPTA tennis professional. No online registration, must test into this class or get prior approval.

Fee and location

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M & W 4:00 – 5:30pm 18347
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9* Sat 12:30 – 2pm 18349
*Feb. 8 class is rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 4-5:30pm
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 M 7:30 – 9pm 18348
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M & W 4:00 – 5:30pm 18355
II – Feb 24 – March 29 Sat 12:30 – 2pm 18357
II – Feb 24 – March 29 M 7:30 – 9pm 18356

Elite Program

The elite program is for players beyond the high school team program in need of more advanced coaching and development. Focus will be on multiple game style development, situation based tactics/strategy, point development, mental/emotional strength training, stress management, strength training and agility/quickness training. No online registration, must test into this class.

Fee and location

Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9 T & Th 7:30 – 9pm 18343
I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 9* Sat 11am – 12:30pm 18341
*Feb. 8 class is rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 10 from 4-5:30pm
II – Feb 24 – March 29 T & Th 7:30 – 9pm 18351
II – Feb 24 – March 29 Sat 11am – 12:30pm 18350

Junior Progressive Doubles

A progressive Junior doubles league for high school players looking to stay competitive during the winter months. The league will be run each week by BMTA volunteers and scholarship information will be provided to participants the first week. No need to register with a doubles partner.

Fee and location

Dates Day Times Code
Jan 5 – Feb 9 Sun 2:30 – 4pm 18404

Winter Jam Junior Tennis Tournament

Three-day tournament for competitive junior players. Entry fee includes t-shirt, goody bag and player social.

Dates and Registration

Blacklight Tennis – Feb. 7 and 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, Feb. 7

  • Ages 5-11: 5:30 – 6:45 – Registration Code: 18075
  • Ages 12-18: 6:45 – 8:00 – Registration Code: 18074
  • Adults 18 and up: 8:00 – 9:15pm – Registration Code: 18073
  • $10.00/person

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

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