Tennis (Fall) 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 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.

Session I: Sept. 12-Oct. 16

  • Registration Deadline: Sept. 8 at 10pm

Session II: Oct. 31-Dec. 11

  • Registration Deadline: Oct. 27 at 10pm

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 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 5:30-6pm 24126
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 6-6:30pm 24127
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 6:30-7pm 24128
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & TH 5:30-6pm 24129
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 6-6:30pm 24130
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 6:30-7pm 24131
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 5:30-6:pm 24146
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 6:-6:30pm 24147
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 6:30-7pm 24148
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:pm 24149
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 6:-6:30pm 24150
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 6:30-7pm 24151
* Thanksgiving week off

Tiny Tots Daycare Program

This tennis program is specifically designed for daycare centers to enroll their little ones in classes together.

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 3-5
  • $35/child – includes five 45-minute classes
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • Online registration is unavailable for this program. Please call Katrina at 221-6855 to inquire about a day/time that works for your daycare.

Session

  • I – Sept. 12-Oct. 16
  • II – Oct. 31-Dec. 11 (Thanksgiving week off)

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
  • $70, 2 days a week only
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24122
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24123
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24124
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24125
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24142
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24143
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24144
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24145
* Thanksgiving week off

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 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24116
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24117
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24118
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24119
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24136
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24137
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24138
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24139
* Thanksgiving week off

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
  • $35
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 17-Oct. 15 Sat 11am-12pm 24121
II – Nov. 5-Dec. 10 Sat 11am-12pm 24141
* Thanksgiving week off

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 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24112
I – Sept. 12-Oct. 12 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24113
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24114
I – Sept. 13-Oct. 13 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24115
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 24132
II – Oct. 31-Dec. 7 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 24133
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 24134
II – Nov. 1-Dec. 8 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 24135
* Thanksgiving week off

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
  • $52.50, 1 day a week only
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Session Day Times Code
I – Sept.17-Oct. 15 Sat 9:30-11am 24120
II – Nov. 5-Dec. 10 Sat 9:30-11am 24140
* Thanksgiving week off

All youth tennis programs sponsored by

 


Blacklight Tennis – Friday, Oct. 28

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.

  • $10/person
REGISTER
Ages Time Code
5-11 5:30-6:45pm 23903
5-11 6:45-8pm 23904
12-18 8-9:15pm 23902
Adults 18+ 8-9:15pm 23901

 


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!

  • $7/player, $3.50/2nd child
REGISTER
Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 23 F 4-5:30pm 23945
Nov. 11 F 4-5:30pm 23944

Special Tennis Events

Falling in Love with Tennis Gameday: Thursday, Sept. 8
Great Gobbler Tennis Gameday: Tuesday, Nov. 22

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.
Parents are FREE with a paid child registration. Designed for parents
and their children ages 3-10.

  • $5/child, Parents Free
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 8 Th 5:30pm-6:15pm 23934
Nov. 22 T 5:30pm-6:15pm 23939

 

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!

  • $7/child
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
REGISTER
Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 8 Th 6:15pm-7:30pm 23933
Nov. 22 T 6:15pm-7:30pm 23938