
Spring Programs
We offer spring tennis programs for beginner and experienced players of all ages from May to June at multiple locations in Vancouver. These classes and are an excellent way to start tennis, continue building a foundation, or refine your technique.
Registration takes place through the City of Vancouver's online recreation and activity registry
Registration dates:
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Kerrisdale CC: Open
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Kitsilano CC: Open
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Dunbar CC: Open
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West Point Grey CC: Open
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Mount Pleasant CC: 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:
Kitsilano Community Centre
Monday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $173.25
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Tuesday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $150
West Point Grey Community Centre
Wednesday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $198
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Saturday | 10am-10:45am
May 7-June 25
8 sessions | $198
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 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:
West Point Grey Community Centre
Monday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $173.35
West Point Grey Community Centre
Tuesday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $198
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Tuesday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $198
Kitsilano Community Centre
Wednesday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $198
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Thursday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $198
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Thursday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $150
Dunbar Community Centre
Friday | 4pm-4:45pm
May 6-June 24
8 sessions | $198
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Sunday | 10am-10:45am
May 7-June 26
8 sessions | $198
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:
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Monday | 4pm-5pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $231
Kitsilano Community Centre
Tuesday | 4pm-5pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $264
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Tuesday | 5pm-6pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $200
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Wednesday | 4pm-5pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $264
West Point Grey Community Centre
Wednesday | 5pm-6pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $264
Kitsilano Community Centre
Thursday | 4pm-5pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $264
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Saturday | 11am-12pm
May 8-June 25
8 sessions | $264
Dunbar Community Centre
Friday | 5pm-6pm
May 6-June 24
8 sessions | $264
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:
West Point Grey Community Centre
Monday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $288.75
Kitsilano Community Centre
Monday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $288.75
West Point Grey Community Centre
Tuesday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $330
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Tuesday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $330
Kitsilano Community Centre
Wednesday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $330
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Thursday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $250
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Friday | 4pm-5:15pm
May 6-June 24
8 sessions | $330
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Sunday | 11am-12:15pm
May 8-June 26
8 sessions | $330
Youth Fundamentals (11.0-15.11 yrs)
New players 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
-
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
-
Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Monday | 5:15pm-6:15pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $231
Kitsilano Community Centre
Tuesday | 5:15pm-6:15pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $264
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Tuesday | 6:15pm-7:15pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $200
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Wednesday | 5:15pm-6:15pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $264
West Point Grey Community Centre
Wednesday | 6:15pm-7:15pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $264
Kitsilano Community Centre
Thursday | 5:15pm-6:15pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $264
Dunbar Community Centre
Friday | 6pm-7pm
May 6-June 24
8 sessions | $264
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Saturday | 12:15pm-1:15pm
May 7-June 25
8 sessions | $264
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
-
In the process of developing correct movement and positioning
-
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
-
Students will be split into small groups based on age and skill
Class Schedule:
West Point Grey Community Centre
Monday | 6:30pm-7:45pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $228.75
Kitsilano Community Centre
Monday | 6:30pm-7:45pm
May 2-June 20
7 sessions | $228.75
West Point Grey Community Centre
Tuesday | 6:30pm-7:45pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $330
Kitsilano Community Centre
Wednesday | 6:30pm-7:45pm
May 4-June 22
8 sessions | $330
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Thursday | 5pm-6:15pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $330
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Thursday | 6:30pm-7:45pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $250
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Friday | 5:30pm-6:45pm
May 6-June 24
8 sessions | $330
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Sunday | 12:30pm-1:45pm
May 8-June 26
8 sessions | $330
Teen Beginner (13.0-17.11yrs)
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:
Adult Beginner Clinic (18+)
Learn how to play tennis this spring in a small group setting! This course provides an introduction to the game with an eventual progression to rally and play within the full court setting.
Student Background
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New to tennis or;
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In the process of developing complete technique for groundstrokes
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Still developing ability to rally consistently from service line
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
-
Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique
-
Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills
Class Schedule:
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Monday + Wednesday | 6:30pm-8pm
May 2-May 25
7 sessions | $367.50
Kitsilano Community Centre
Tuesday | 6:30pm-8pm
May 3-June 21
8 sessions | $396
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Thursday | 6:30pm-8pm
May 5-June 23
8 sessions | $396.00
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Saturday | 2:30pm-4pm
May 7-June 25
8 sessions | $396.00
Mount Pleasant Community Centre
Sunday | 10am-11:30am
May 8-June 26
8 sessions | $396

Adult Intermediate Clinic (2.0-3.0)
Take your game to the next level! An opportunity for players with some experience with the game (Adult Beginner Clinic or 2.0 – 3.0 NTRP rating) to refine their technical and tactical skills. Through game-based learning, students will improve their ability to play within cooperative and competitive settings. This class will be taught by Summer Smash Directors.
Development Focus
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Refine and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking
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Refine and integrate modern groundstrokes technique
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Refine and integrate modern volley technique
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Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills for all phases of play
Student Background
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In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes and volleys
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In the process of developing correct movement and positioning
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Can rally consistently from baseline
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Has some experience volleying at the net
Class Schedule:

Adult Advanced Clinic (3.0-4.0)
Gain a competitive edge this spring! An opportunity for experienced players (3.0 - 4.0 NTRP rating) to refine specific aspects of their game, particularly in relation to doubles. Following a collaborative assessment at the start of the lesson series, a curriculum is designed to meet the needs and goals of the participants. This class will be taught by Summer Smash Directors.
Development Focus
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Improve consistency and quality of shots
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Improve strategic use of topspin and slice
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Refine footwork to transition between different phases of play
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Refine doubles specific strategy and shot selection
Student Background
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Can rally consistently from baseline and net
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Technically proficient at serving, groundstrokes, and volleying
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Has experience with all phases of play and transitioning between phases
Class Schedule:
Kerrisdale Community Centre
Friday | 1:15pm-2:45pm
May 6-June 24