Bismarck Parks & Recreation

Tennis (Winter) Juniors

Registration

  • Session I: Jan. 6 -Feb. 6, 2025
    • Registration opens: Dec. 18 at 10am
    • Registration closes: Jan. 2 at 10pm
  • Session II: Feb. 24-March 27, 2025
    • Registration opens: Feb. 5 at 10am
    • Registration closes: Feb. 19 at 10pm
  • All classes require a minimum of 5 participants.

 

Junior Varsity

For junior varsity players and “C” squad players, these classes focus on 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 in or get prior approval.

Fee and Location

  • Ages 13+
  • Prerequisite: Junior Beginner or instructor permission
  • $150 for 2 days per week, $75 for 1 day per week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 7-Feb. 6 T & Th 4-5:30pm 28149
II – Feb. 25-March 27 T & Th 4-5:30pm 28147
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Varsity

For varsity players 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 available. Participants must test into this class.

Fee and Location

  • Ages 13+
  • Prerequisite: Junior Varsity or instructor permission
  • $150 for 2 days per week, $75 for 1 day per week
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Session Day Times Code
I – Jan. 6-Feb. 5 M & W 4-5:30pm 28176
II – Feb. 24-March 26 M & W 4-5:30pm 28175
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Junior Team Challenges

Participants get an introduction to competition for players 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!

  • Ages 5-12
  • $7/player
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
  • Capital Racquet and Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
Dates Day Time Code
Jan. 24 F 4-5:30pm 28108
March 21 F 4-5:30pm 28109
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Winter Jam Junior Tennis Tournament

Three-day tournament for competitive junior players. Entry fee includes a tournament gift, snacks (through the tournament) and player social.

REGISTRATION/ENTRY INFORMATION

  • Feb. 21-23, 2025
  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • 12 & Up Level 6 (singles or doubles), 1st event – $30, 2nd event – $23
  • 10U Division, orange or green ball – $23 each
  • Registration at playtennis.usta.com/tournaments
    You can jump straight to the tournament page by entering the zip code 58503 or enter tournament ID: 24-58004 for Level 6 matches or 24-72724 for 10U matches.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

  • TBA

TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS

  • Rod Morasch, rmorasch@bisparks.org
  • Matt Guenther, 701-401-4360, mguenther@bisparks.org
  • Tournament Directors reserve the right to fold any draw not having enough participants and to change the scoring for consolation matches.

MATCHES

  • Level 6 matches are an 8 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreaker at 8 all. 10U matches are a 4 game pro set with a 7 point tiebreaker at 4 all. No add scoring to be used.
  • 10U matches begin on Friday, Feb. 23, at 4pm.
  • Level 6 matches begin on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 8am.
  • Please check in 15 minutes before your scheduled match.

SEEDING/DRAW INFORMATION

  • Current ranking/standing lists will be used for seeding purposes. Draw information will be available on Thursday, Feb. 22, by noon.

USTA JUNIOR TOURNAMENT RULES

  • Level 6 tournaments are for the more serious junior competitive player. Players should have experienced some success in Level 7 entry level tournaments. The tournament is open, meaning no points are required and there is no draw limit. All players that register are selected. Seeding is based on the most current standings/rankings list after entries close.
  • 10U Divisions, orange and green, are entry-level, fun and social tournaments. Players should know how to keep score.

AWARDS

  • Awards are given depending on the size of each draw.
  • All participants receive a free tournament gift and snacks through the tournament.

Blacklight Tennis

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.

  • Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
  • $12.50/person
  • Registration closes the day prior to event.
Date Ages Time Code
Friday, Feb. 7 5-11 5:30-6:30pm 28106
Friday, Feb. 7 5-11 5:30-6:30pm 28105
Friday, Feb. 7 12-18 6:30-7:30pm 28103
Friday, Feb. 7 Adults 19+ 6:30-7:30pm 28104

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