Geneva Park District Spring 2017 Program Guide | Page 72

Tennis
Tennis Play Day Ages 5-10 Saturday , March 4
1:00 - 3:00 pm

Youth Athletics

Tennis

Benefits of Tennis

Tennis players scored higher in vigor , optimism and self-esteem while scoring lower in depression , anger , confusion , anxiety and tension than other athletes and non-athletes according to Dr . Joan Finn and colleagues at Southern Connecticut State University .
The junior program includes different ability classes , starting with Red Ball 1 and advancing to our Jr . Development groups . The program aims to provide a structured and fun framework for learning with the goal of fostering a lasting enjoyment of the game of tennis and willingness and desire to improve . USTA 10 and UnderTennis format will be used at certain levels . Unsure about the weather ? Call the weather hotline at ( 630 ) 232-7868 .
Intro To Tennis : Red Ball 1
Ages 4 - 7
Classes Vary Each class will emphasize basic movement , catching , throwing , hitting , forehand and backhand groundstrokes , the “ drop-hit ” serve , scoring and basic positioning through a series of fun games and activities in a social learning environment . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
$ 75 ( N / R $ 95 ) SPRC Indoor – 8 Classes Tu 4 / 4-5 / 23 4:15 - 5:00 pm 2221801-01 Th 4 / 6-5 / 25 9:15 - 10:00 am 2221801-02 Th 4 / 6-5 / 25 4:15 - 5:00 pm 2221801-03 F 4 / 7-6 / 2 * 5:15 - 6:00 pm 2221801-04
* No Class 4 / 14 Outdoor – 6 Classes $ 56 ( N / R $ 76 ) DRY Sa 4 / 8-5 / 20 * 9:15 - 10:00 am 2221801-05
* No Class 4 / 15
Intro To Tennis : Red Ball 2
Ages 5 – 7
Classes Vary Players will develop agility , balance , basic movement patterns , forehand and backhand groundstrokes , serves , return , volleys , placement and rally skills . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
Indoor – 8 Classes
SPRC
$ 98 ( N / R $ 118 ) Tu 4 / 4-5 / 23 5:00 - 6:00 pm 2221802-01 F 4 / 7-6 / 2 * 6:00 - 7:00 pm 2221802-02
* No Class 4 / 14 Outdoor – 6 Classes $ 73 ( N / R $ 93 ) DRY Sa 4 / 8-5 / 20 * 10:00 - 11:00 am 2221802-03
* No Class 4 / 15
Tennis : Orange Ball 1
Ages 8 - 10
Classes Vary Players will develop agility , coordination , dynamic balance , movement patterns , court positioning , scoring and reliable technique on forehand , back hand , serve and volleys . Instructor :
MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
Indoor – 8 Classes $ 98 ( N / R $ 118 ) SRPC Tu 4 / 4-5 / 23 6:00 - 7:00 pm 2221803-01 Th 4 / 6-5 / 25 5:00 - 6:00 pm 2221803-02 F 4 / 7-6 / 2 * 4:15 - 5:15 pm 2221803-03
* No Class 4 / 14 Outdoor – 6 Classes $ 73 ( N / R $ 93 ) DRY M 4 / 10-5 / 15 4:00 - 5:00 pm 2221803-04 Sa 4 / 8-5 / 20 * 11:00 am -12:00 pm2221803-05
* No Class 4 / 15
Jr . Development Tennis 1
Ages 11 – 18
6 Classes This program is designed to introduce the game to junior high and high school players based on age and ability . Players will develop agility , coordination , dynamic balance , movement patterns , court positioning , scoring and reliable technique on forehand and backhand , serve , return and volleys . Class will use green ball for skill development with an introduction to yellow ball . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
Indoor – 8 Classes $ 98 ( N / R $ 118 ) SPRC Th 4 / 6-5 / 25 6:00 - 7:00 pm 2221804-01 Outdoor – 6 Classes $ 73 ( N / R $ 93 ) DRY M 4 / 10-5 / 15 5:00 - 6:00 pm 2221804-02 Sa 4 / 8-5 / 20 * 12:00 - 1:00 pm 2221804-03
* No Class 4 / 15

Tennis Play Day Ages 5-10 Saturday , March 4

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Come out and enjoy a fun afternoon of tennis , games and pizza . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group ( BK )
$ 12 ( N / R $ 18 ) SPRC Sa 3 / 4 1:15 - 3:15 pm 1221807-01
Jr . Development Tennis 2
Ages 11-13
6 Classes Players will develop complex coordination , body awareness and control , reaction time , understanding of the game situation ( offence , defense and neutral ) in different phases of a point and high percentage shot selection . Singles and doubles match – play for the last ½ hour . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
Outdoor $ 110 ( N / R $ 130 ) DRY Sa 4 / 8-5 / 20 * 1:00 - 2:30 pm 2221805-01
* No Class 4 / 15
Tennis Express 1
Ages 18 & older
6 Classes This program is designed to introduce the game to new players and reenergize former players . Instructor : MTL Tennis Management Group . ( BK )
Outdoor $ 73 ( N / R $ 93 ) DRY M 4 / 10-5 / 15 6:00 - 7:00 pm 2421801-01
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