JUNIOR PROGRAM
JUNIOR CLINICS
MRC Junior Clinic Interest Form - September 2024
Clinics are available for children ranging from ages 4 to 18 and accommodate all levels. We hold three junior sessions throughout the indoor season; fall, winter and spring. Our junior clinics model programs developed and endorsed by the USTA and the International Tennis Federation. The program is designed to help children learn tennis more quickly using age-appropriate equipment (A slower moving and lower bouncing ball, an appropriately sized racquet, and a smaller court with a lower net, among other things.)
They are divided into four levels of early tennis instruction: Red Ball, Orange Ball, Green Ball, and Yellow Ball. Classes are split up by both age and skill level, and players can move into new classes after instructors assess their progress and determine that they have mastered the skills necessary to advance. Once players advance through Red, Orange, and Green Ball classes, they move into Yellow Ball classes, which use the familiar standard balls, racquets, and court sizes.
9 WEEKS
1.5 HOURS
$432
SESSION 1 - FALL 2024
Sep. 9th - Nov. 25th
LITTLE ACES
WEEKS
6-7 WEEKS
TIME
1/2 HOUR
FEE
$180 - $210
JUNIOR CLINICS
WEEKS
10-12 WEEKS
TIME
1 HOUR
FEE
$420 - $504
LITTLE ACES (ages 4 - 5)
Little Aces is a beginner tennis class for 4 and 5 year olds. No prior tennis experience is required. Players develop eye hand coordination and movement skills while learning the basic strokes using age appropriate equipment. Fun and tennis etiquette are emphasized.
LITTLE ACES
This class teaches the fundamentals of tennis to very young beginners. Low compression red balls are used to encourage successful contact with the ball. Proper technique is emphasized along with racquet control, cooperation and movement. Lessons
are incorporated into fun games to help children stay focused and interested while learning to play. Court: 36ft
COURT: 36’ Red Court
BALL: Red Foam & Low compression ball
RACQUET: 19” or 21” length
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Monday 4:00-4:30pm
Thursday 4:30-5:00pm, 5:00-5:30pm
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Email, call or stop by the front desk for more info
RED BALL CLINICS (ages 6 - 8)
Our Red Ball Program gives children between 6 and 8 a great foundation for tennis. Designed for our youngest players to develop all basic skills and to associate tennis with fun. In accordance with Net Generation, children will work on coordination, timing, ball control, grips, and tactics on a 36 ft court with the red ball. A variety of fun and skill building games will be used to boost learning and enjoyment.
COURT: 36’ Red Court
BALL: Red Foam & Low compression ball
RACQUET: 19” or 21” length
RED BALL 1
This class teaches the fundamentals of tennis to very young beginners. Low compression red balls are used to encourage successful contact with the ball. Proper technique is emphasized along with racquet control, cooperation and movement. Lessons
are incorporated into fun games to help children stay focused and interested while learning to play. Court: 36ft
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Monday 4:30-5:30pm
Friday 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday 10:30am-11:30am
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Big Red (red ball over the big net)
Monday 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday 11:30-12:30pm
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RED BALL 2
At the Red 2 level, lessons are designed to introduce the second level of tennis competencies. This group focuses on the development of topspin on both forehand and backhand groundstrokes, appropriate use of grips, including continental, and useful execution of tennis-specific footwork patterns (i.e. split step, side shuffle). Red 2 players will move to the final stage of the Red program with a much - improved understanding of how to “play” the game, including the ability to “move” the ball (especially side to side) while recognizing “open court” spaces. Court: 36ft
ORANGE BALL CLINICS (ages 8 - 10)
This level is designed to build upon the red ball foundation. Players will begin to form an all court game focusing on technique, balance, agility and tactical awareness.
ORANGE BALL 1
Orange 1 is for both beginner and intermediate 10 and Under players ready to play on a slightly larger court. The classes are designed
to continue building athletic skills while learning or refining the skills necessary to serve, rally and score. Before moving to the next level of the Orange program, these players will demonstrate an understanding of proper technique and maintain that technique during point and match play. Court: 60ft
COURT: 60’ Orange Court
BALL: Orange low compression ball
RACQUET: 23” or 25” length
ORANGE BALL 2
Orange Ball 2 players are learning to become actively engaged
in their own development and their competitive interests are rising. The group is fundamentally sound in both movement and technique and are beginning to work on more advanced patterns of play utilizing the larger court space. Dynamic balance, experimentation with various tactics and strategies and development of "weapons" all become a part of the tennis player's game. Court: 60ft
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Monday 5:30-6:30pm
Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Thursday 5:30-6:30pm
Friday 5:30-6:30pm
Saturday 10:30-11:30pm
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GREEN BALL CLINICS (ages 11+)
Players will begin to master their skills. Stroke development, spins and tactics will be the main focus to ready players for their transition to yellow ball.
GREEN BALL 1
Green 1 is taught using a rally-based curriculum and focuses on developing sending and receiving skills, sound footwork, racquet mechanics and incorporating comparable athletic skills developed
in other sports. Players learn how to properly position themselves
to execute groundstrokes and volleys, hit with purpose, serve and ultimately sustain a rally of varying speed and duration.
Court: Full Size
COURT: 78’ Full Court
BALL: Green low compression ball
RACQUET: 26” or 27” length
GREEN BALL 2
Green 2 builds on the skills and mechanics mastered in Orange 1, Orange 2 or Green 1. Specifically, each player learns to develop
areas of strength in their game and learns how to use them to their advantage. Players in Green Transition compete in tournaments, team tennis and interscholastic competition. Court: Full Size
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm
Wednesday 5:00-6:00pm
Friday 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday 11:30-12:30pm
Email, call or stop by the front desk for more info
YELLOW BALL CLINICS (ages 13+)
Designed for players who have transitioned from green ball and are looking to continue their development. Technical stroke work, more comprehensive strategies and game situations will be the focus for this group of players.
YELLOW BALL 1
Yellow 1 is taught using a rally-based curriculum and focuses on developing sending and receiving skills, sound footwork, racquet mechanics and incorporating comparable athletic skills developed
in other sports. Players learn how to properly position themselves
to execute groundstrokes and volleys, hit with purpose, serve and ultimately sustain a rally of varying speed and duration.
Court: Full Size
COURT: 78’ Full Court
BALL: Yellow Ball
RACQUET: 26” or 27” length
YELLOW BALL 2
Yellow 2 is dedicated to providing an opportunity for intermediate level teenage players to progress their skills in a fun and competitive environment. Players who participate in this program must have
prior experience and should have aspirations of playing High School tennis. Stroke development, footwork, doubles and singles strategies will all be covered during the course of the session.
Court: Full Size
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm
Thursday 4:30-5:30pm
Friday 3:30-4:30
Saturday 11:30am-12:30pm
Saturday 12:30-1:30pm​
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HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL
HIGH PERFORMANCE
TRAINING
HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL - HIGH PERFORMANCE TRAINING
Our High School & Middle School Training program is the ideal program to help improve strategy for both singles and doubles players, fitness, footwork, technique and placement.
HIGH SCHOOL - HIGH PERFORMANCE TRAINING
DAY
TIME
MONDAY
THURSDAY
3:00 - 4:30pm
DATES
Mondays: Sep. 9th - Nov. 25th
Thursdays: Sep. 12th - Nov. 21st
THURSDAY
3:00 - 4:30pm
Sep. start TBD
Email, call or stop by the front desk for more info
MIDDLE SCHOOL - HIGH PERFORMANCE TRAINING
DAY
TIME
MONDAY
THURSDAY
4:30 - 6:00pm
DATES
Mondays: Sep. 9th - Nov. 25th
Thursdays: Sep. 12th - Nov. 21st
THURSDAY
4:30 - 6:00pm
Sep. start TBD
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JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
Participants will have the opportunity to play USTA matches against other tennis clubs (Note: some of the matches will be held at other clubs). Practices and matches are held on weekends; however, the times may vary from week to week depending on away matches. New players will need to tryout in order to be placed on a team. Please call or stop by the front desk for information on tryouts.
U12 TEAM Sunday 12:30-2:30pm
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U14 TEAM Saturday 12:30-2:30pm
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U18 TEAM Sunday 2:30-4:30pm
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PLEASE CALL THE FRONT DESK FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS