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SUMMER 2023 JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM - Weekly Half Day Camp (9am-12noon) & Weekday Afternoon Classes
The West Windsor Tennis Program provides Summer Tennis lessons and coaching to youth ages 7-17 years old. All lessons are directed by PTR certified tennis coaches Sat Jagtap and Sunil Jagtap. All lessons are held at the Hendrickson Drive Tennis Complex located across from the West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South in West Windsor, New Jersey. Click here for location.
Program registration is online only through West Windsor Recreation Community Pass. For questions regarding program registration call the West Windsor Recreation at 609-799-6141. For questions regarding any of the Tennis programs and lessons call or text 609.297.7823 or email us. To stay informed of registration dates and programs subscribe to our mailing list.
Class sizes are limited and many classes fill-up quickly.
To avoid disappointment sign-up early! If a class is full please use the wait list option as a spot may open or we may create a new class to fill demand.
In case of inclement weather we will update class status by phone call or text if time is limited or else by email. Please make sure the cell phone number and email address used when registering can also be used when trying to contact you regarding class cancellations and rescheduling so there are no issues. For any contact information corrections please email us.
No make-up lessons unless rainout or cancelled. Rainouts will be made up at the end of the session or different lesson.
JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM LEVELS & PREREQUISITES
• To maintain a level of consistency in the lessons please read the class descriptions and prerequisites outlined before registering. Also please do not register your child based on convenience and not skill level or register for a different level because the correct level class is full. This will help ensure the proper development for your child and enjoyment for the entire class.
• If you are not sure of your child's level please contact us before registering to avoid any class change issues once the session starts. Coaches reserve the right to move a player to a different group if they are not in the correct level class if space allows else that player may be withdrawn.
| LEVEL | PREREQUISITE | LESSON FOCUS |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | New to tennis or needs further improvement to existing stroke swing, consistent ball contact, body swing coordination and ability to hit the ball over the net within the boundaries before moving to the next level. | Will review parts of the tennis racquet & court, introduction to the different strokes, proper swing technique using repetition, ball contact position & various fun games. |
| Advanced Beginner | Familiar with all the major strokes but needs to improve the ability to rally, proper positioning to the ball, stroke technique, footwork, shot placement and overall consistency. | Will emphasize grips, stroke technique and production (groundstrokes, volleys, overheads, serves, return of serves), footwork, and the ability to rally and play points. |
| Intermediate | Familiar with all the major strokes, scoring, positioning, singles & doubles. Able to hit all major strokes but needs to improve overall technique, shot consistency and movement to return faster paced shots. | Will stress stroke consistency in technique and mechanics, placement, depth, spin, serve, return of serve, strategy, footwork, and point/match play. |
| Advanced Intermediate | Experienced in point and match play with the ability to hit all major strokes with solid technique, power and depth. Can maintain a rally and return hard hit shots with a good level of placement and consistency. | Will target ground stroke patterns, serve, return of serve, consistency, placement, depth, spins, strategy, footwork, and point/match play. |
| Advanced | * For competitive school Team, USTA, & UTR Tournament players only. Able to move & position quickly to the ball with the ability to hit all major strokes with consistent power, placement, depth & spin. Contact Us | Will focus on serve, return of serve, groundstrokes, shot selection, strategy and singles and doubles match play. |
| Advanced & all other levels | We recommend competitive middle school, high school and/or USTA/UTR tournament players take private lessons. Also open to all other levels ages 7 and up. See Private Lessons page for details. | Individualized instruction geared toward improving specific parts of your game in order to play at a higher level. |
SUMMER 2023 JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM - Weekly Half Day Camp (9am-12noon) & Weekday Afternoon Classes
SUMMER HALF DAY TENNIS CAMP
DATES: 10 WEEKLY SESSIONS START JUNE 21st
| CAMP SESSION | DATES | CAMP SESSION | DATES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 21 - 23 (Fee is $115 this week) | 6 | July 24 - 28 |
| 2 | June 26 - June 30 | 7 | July 31 - August 4 |
| 3 | July 3 - 7 (No camp will be held July 4, Fee is $150 this week) | 8 | August 7 - 11 |
| 4 | July 10 - 14 | 9 | August 14 - 18 |
| 5 | July 17 - 21 | 10 | August 21 - 25 |
SUMMER WEEKDAY LATE AFTERNOON PROGRAM - DATES: June 19th - AUGUST 18th (9 WEEK SESSION)
No afternoon lessons July 4th - rescheduled date TBA.
| DAY(S) | TIME | LEVEL | FEE | MONDAY | 5:00-6:00 | Beginner (Ages 7-9) (Orange Ball) - Half court | $150 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00-6:00 | Advanced Beginner - Level 1 (Ages 8-10) (Orange Ball) - Between half and 3/4 court | $150 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Beginner (Ages 10-15) (Green Ball) - 3/4 to full court based on class level | $190 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Intermediate - L1 (Ages 10-13) (Green)/(Yellow) Ball Mix - Full court, transitioning from green to yellow ball | $190 | |
| TUESDAY | 5:00-6:00 | Beginner (Ages 7-9) (Orange Ball) - Half court | $150 |
| 5:00-6:00 | Advanced Beginner - Level 2 (Ages 9-10) (Orange)/(Green) Ball Mix- up to 3/4 court | $150 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Advanced Beginner (Ages 10-13) (Green Ball) - 3/4 to full court based on class level | $190 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Advanced Intermediate (Ages 11-13) (Yellow Ball) Full court, can hit & return hard shots with yellow ball | $190 | |
| WEDNESDAY | 5:00-6:00 | Beginner (Ages 7-9) (Orange Ball) - Half court | $150 |
| 5:00-6:00 | Advanced Beginner - Level 1 (Ages 8-10) (Orange Ball) - Between half and 3/4 court | $150 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Intermediate (Ages 14-17) (Yellow Ball) - Full court, can handle yellow ball speed, weight & bounce | $190 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Adv. Intermediate (Ages 14-17) - (Yellow Ball) Full court, can hit & return hard shots with yellow ball | $190 | |
| THURSDAY | 5:00-6:00 | Beginner (Ages 7-9) (Orange Ball) - Half court | $150 |
| 5:00-6:00 | Advanced Beginner - Level 2 (Ages 9-10) (Orange)/(Green) Ball Mix - up to 3/4 court | $150 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Beginner (Ages 11-16) (Green Ball) - 3/4 to full court based on class level | $190 | |
| 6:00-7:30 | Intermediate - L2 (Ages 11-14) (Yellow Ball) - Full court, can handle yellow ball speed, weight, bounce | $190 | |
| FRIDAY | 4:30-6:00 | Advanced Beginner (Ages 13-17) (Green)/(Yellow) Ball Mix - Full court, transitioning from green to yellow ball | $190 |