Junior Spring Programs
We offer spring tennis programs for beginner and more experienced players at multiple locations in Vancouver. Spring programs run from May to June.
Registration takes place through the City of Vancouver's online recreation and activity registry.
Registration is open
Mini Fundamentals (4.6-5.11 yrs)
Start to learn tennis in a small group setting! Prepare your child to excel at tennis and sport with our fundamental movement program. We have fun developing students’ balance, jumping, throwing, catching, and racquet skills. Enjoy various complementary activities that aid in motor skill development and body awareness, as well as cooperation and self-regulation.
Student Background
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Has some or no experience in tennis
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Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes
Development Focus
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
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Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
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Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
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Develop cooperation and self-regulation skills in a group setting
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Mini Aces (6.0-7.6 yrs)
Start or continue learning tennis in a small group setting! Prepare your child to excel at tennis and sport with our fundamental movement and technique program. We have fun developing students’ throwing, catching, tracking, footwork, and racquet skills. Enjoy various complementary activities that aid in motor skill development and body awareness.
Student Background
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Has some or no experience in tennis
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Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes
Development Focus
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Set 2
Junior Fundamentals (7.6-10.11 yrs)
Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation.
Student Background
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Has some or no experience in tennis
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Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes
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Developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line
Development Focus
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Set 2
Junior Aces (7.6-10.11 yrs)
Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ and ¾ stages of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation.
Student Background
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In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes
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In the process of developing correct movement and positioning
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Can rally consistently from service line or farther (¾ court or baseline)
Development Focus
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Youth Fundamentals (11.0-15.11 yrs)
Players with little or no experience are introduced to tennis through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ and ¾ stages of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation.
Student Background
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Has some or no experience in tennis
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Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes
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Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line
Development Focus
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Youth Aces (11.0-15.11 yrs)
Players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ¾ and full-court stages of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation.
Student Background
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In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes
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In the process of developing correct movement and positioning
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Can rally consistently from service line or farther (¾ court or baseline)
Development Focus
-
Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Teen Beginner (13.6-18.11yrs)
Teens with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons with an eventual progression to rally and play within the full court setting An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation.
Student Background
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Has some or no experience in tennis
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Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes
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Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line
Development Focus
-
Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
-
Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Set 1
Teen Intermediate (13.6-18.11yrs)
Improve consistency of groundstrokes, volleys, and serve. This course serves as an opportunity for more experienced students (>12 months of cumulative instruction) to refine their technical and tactical skills. Through game-based learning, students will improve upon their ability to play within cooperative and competitive settings. Skilled younger players may enroll in this class upon request.
Student Background
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Can rally consistently (10+) from the baseline
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In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes
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In the process of developing correct movement and positioning
Development Focus
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Improve technical and tactical skills in a full court setting
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Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills in different phases of play
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Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment
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Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
Student Groupings
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Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule: