Challengers/Novice Tennis

This is a combined group for Novice and Challengers. Novice Juniors are those new to the game with little or no experience, and skills will develop the foundation they need to grow in the game. They will be introduced in a fun-based, and fast-paced environment utilizing several different types of balls (low compression, greens, speedballs and regulation balls). Coaches will focus on the basic rules of play, basic skills involved in rallying and serving, and the first three tactical priorities of… Show more consistency and controlling the ball, all with the goal of moving quickly to the Challenger level. Challengers are players who have demonstrated skills sufficiently to rally and control the orange and green balls. They will begin to work seriously with the regulation ball and begin preparing mentally, physically and emotionally for competitive play. Players are introduced to the advanced footwork patterns associated with the patterns of play. Coaches will focus on the basic three cornerstones of the 5 tactical priorities of play - consistency, controlling the ball left and right, and short and deep. Players will also develop a solid foundation for a consistent and reliable second serve. Players in this class may be invited to participate in Junior Tennis Programs.

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