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. 9-Oct. 13, 2024

  • Registration opens: Aug. 21 at 10am
  • Registration closes: Sept. 4 at 10pm

Session II: Oct. 28-Dec. 8, 2024

  • Registration opens: Oct. 9 at 10am
  • Registration closes: Oct. 23 at 10pm

Registration

  • Late registration will only be accepted with the head tennis professional’s approval.
  • Thanksgiving week off
  • 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
  • $50, 2 days a week
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 9-Oct. 9 M & W 5:30-6:pm 27653
I – Sept. 9-Oct. 9 M & W 6-6:30pm 27654
I – Sept. 10-Oct. 10 T & Th 5:30-6pm 27655
I – Sept. 10-Oct. 10 T & Th 6-6:30pm 27656
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 5:30-6pm 27646
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 6-6:30pm 27647
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 6:30-7pm 27648
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 5:30-6pm 27649
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 6-6:30pm 27650
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 6:30-7pm 27651
* 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
  • $100, 2 days a week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 9-Oct. 9 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 27643
I – Sept. 10-Oct. 10 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27644
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 27638
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 27639
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27640
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 27641
* 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
  • $100, 2 days a week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 9-Oct. 9 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 27624
I – Sept. 10-Oct. 10 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27626
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 27619
II – Oct. 28-Dec. 4 M & W 6:30-7:30pm 27620
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27621
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 27622
* 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
  • $100, 2 days a week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 9-Oct. 9 M & W 5:30-6:30pm 67612
I – Sept. 10-Oct. 10 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27614
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 5:30-6:30pm 27609
II – Oct. 29-Dec. 5 T & Th 6:30-7:30pm 27610
* 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
  • $75, 1 day a week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Session Day Times Code
I – Sept. 14-Oct. 12 Sat 9:30-11am 27605
II – Nov. 2-Dec. 7 Sat 9:30-11am 27604
* Thanksgiving week off

All youth tennis programs sponsored by

 


Blacklight Tennis – Friday, Oct. 25

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.

  • $12.50/person
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Ages Time Code
5-11 5:30-6:45pm 27592
5-11 6:45-8pm 27593
12-18 8-9:15pm 27590
Adults 19+ 8-9:15pm 27591

 


Junior Team Challenges

Participants get an introduction to competition for players 7-12 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
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 20 F 4-5:30pm 27602
Nov. 8 F 4-5:30pm 27601

Special Tennis Events

Falling in Love with Tennis Gameday: Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024
Great Gobbler Tennis Gameday: Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024

A couple of fun nights of tennis games! Goodie bags and prizes will
be given away at both events!

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.

  • $7.50/child, Parents Free
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 5 Th 5:30pm-6:15pm 27596
Nov. 26 T 5:30pm-6:15pm 27599

 

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!

  • $10/child
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
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Dates Day Time Code
Sept. 5 Th 6:15pm-7:30pm 27595
Nov. 26 T 6:15pm-7:30pm 27598

Creepy Classic Tennis Tournament

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 (Beginners)
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 (Competitive)

Location

  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.

For More Information

  • Rod Morasch at 221-6855
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