Coaching Programs
To ensure clarity and consistency for participants in our group tennis lessons, levels are based on the USTA’s National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP). An NTRP rating is a number indicating a player’s ability, from 1.5 (beginner) to 7.0 (touring pro). To find NTRP rating information or to rate yourself, please click here.
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Level 1
Introduce yourself to tennis and learn the basics of the game. Beginner level players are primarily working on getting the ball into play over the net and improving hand-eye coordination to make contact with ball. Players will learn the names of different strokes and shots with a heavy emphasis on groundstrokes and volleys.
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Designed for:
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Players with little to no tennis experience
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NTRP of 1.0 – 2.0
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Class goals:
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Distinguish the different grips for forehands, backhands, forehand volleys, and backhand volleys
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Make consistent contact with ball
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Hit groundstrokes (forehands and backhands) and rally
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Volley 3-4 shots consistently
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Good agility, footwork, positioning, and movement around the court
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Score and keep track of points in game style
Level 2
Players who successfully completed class goals from Level 1 class. Player should be very familiar with the types of strokes and looking to add pace and directionality to their shots. Must be able to sustain a short rally or slow pace somewhat consistently with other players.
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Designed for:
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Players with some tennis background who want to build on the basics
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NTRP level of 2.5-3.0
Prerequisites:​
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Instructor approval from Level 1 class to advance
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Can confidently rally 5 consecutive forehands and backhands with opponent at the base line
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Can consistently return volleys from opponent
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Good mobility around the court
Class goals:
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Incorporate power, control, spin, and directionality into groundstrokes
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Angle volleys and put away shots at the net
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Utilize special shots (approach shots, slices, lobs, and overheads) in a game setting
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Successfully perform serves
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Improve positioning on the court to understand singles and doubles spacing
Level 3
Expand upon your skills and take more control of your tennis game.
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Designed for:
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Frequent tennis players looking to gain more consistency and control of shots in a competitive setting
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NTRP level of 3.0-3.5
Prerequisites:
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18+ years old
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Instructor approval from Level 2 class to advance
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Can consistently hit medium-paced shots and rally forehands and backhands with opponent from the baseline
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Can return semi-difficult low and high volleys from opponent
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Understands specialty shots (slices, overheads, approach shots, etc.)
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Excellent mobility around the court and can display directional intent with shots
Class goals:
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Reach 4.0 rating
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Vary direction and depth on groundstrokes; improve execution of volleys to exhibit aggressive net play
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Develop a stronger 1st and 2nd serve, and strengthen placement of serves
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Effective use of drop shots, slices, and lobs
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Anticipate where the ball is going, and quickly adapt in match play setting
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Improve court coverage while hitting winners on overheads and volleys
Level 4
Refine weak points and continue to develop skills and strategy.
Designed for:
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Frequent tennis players looking to refine weak points and continue to develop skills and strategy.
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NTRP of 4.0-4.5
Prerequisites:
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18+ years old
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Instructor approval from Level 3 class to advance
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Can consistently hit medium-paced shots and rally forehands and backhands with opponent at the baseline
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Can return semi-difficult low and high volleys from opponent
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Understands specialty shots (slices, overheads, approach shots, etc.)
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Excellent mobility and around the court and can display directional intent with shots
Class goals:
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Build strategy and patience to decrease unforced errors
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Control power to defend consistently when attempting returns
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Endure long rallies and vary game plan
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Place serves and returns strategically
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Improve court coverage and hit winners on overheads and volleys