Youth summer tennis lessons offer something for everyone
SANDPOINT — Registration for the 2018 youth summer tennis classes has begun, with something offered for everyone from 4 year-olds through high school.
Each age group listed below has multiple sessions offered. Sessions will fill fast so register early (see below) to guarantee your spot.
n Tennis for Tiny Tots (Ages 4-5)
Special training techniques and toys will be used to keep our Tiny Tots smiling and having fun. Note that the class size is very limited, with six kids per session and a minimum of two. Lessons are held at Lakeview Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8-8:45 a.m. The class fee is $12 ($2 city discount).
Session #1: Tuesday, June 12, Thursday, June 14.
Session #2: June 19 and 21.
Session #3: June 26 and 28.
Session #4: July 3 and 5.
Session #7: July 24 and 26.
n Tennis for Hot Hitters (Ages 6-7)
Hot Hitters will enjoy training with age appropriate techniques, toys and a healthy dose of fun. Lessons are held at Lakeview Park on Monday through Thursday, from 9–10 a.m. The class fee is $23 ($3 city discount).
Session #1: Monday-Thursday, June 11-14.
Session #2: June 18-21.
Session #3: June 25-28.
Session #4: July 2, 3, 5 and 6.
Session #7: July 23-26.
n Tennis for Beginner Youth (Ages 8-12)
These lessons introduce beginner players, ages 8-12, to sound tennis fundamentals. All sessions are held at Lakeview Park on Monday through Thursday, from 10–11 a.m. The class fee is $23 ($3 city discount).
Session #1: Monday-Thursday, June 11-14.
Session #2: June 18-21.
Session #3: June 25-28
Session #4: July 2, 3, 5 and 6.
Session #7: July 23-26.
n Tennis for Intermediate Youth (Ages 8-12)
These lessons teach fundamentals, strategy and play to intermediate players. Beginning lessons or play experience is required. All sessions are held at Lakeview Park on Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to noon. The class fee is $23 ($3 city discount).
Session #1: Monday-Thursday, June 11-14.
Session #2: June 18-21.
Session #3: June 25-28
Session #4: July 2, 3, 5 and 6.
Session #7: July 23-26.
n Tennis Teen Skill Development (middle school and high school JV players)
These summer tennis sessions are designed for middle school or high school age players with previous experience to build upon basic fundamentals, to improve their game, and take it to the next level. Players will work on stroke refinement, movement on the court and strategy. All sessions are held at Lakeview Park on Monday through Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. The class fee is $23 ($3 city discount).
Session #2: Monday-Thursday, June 18-21.
Session #4: July 2, 3, 5 and 6.
Session #7: July 23-26.
n Tennis Intensive Skill Development (high school varsity players)
This summer session is for high school age players who have considerable playing experience. Participants will work on stroke refinement, movement, strategy and what it takes to be a winning varsity player. All sessions are held at Lakeview Park on Monday through Thursday, from noon to 1 p.m. The class fee is $23 ($3 city discount).
Session #1: Monday-Thursday, June 11-14.4
Session #3: June 25-28.
Partial scholarships are available on a need basis
To register visit www.sandpointidaho.gov/parksrecreation, or visit the Parks and Rec office at 1123 Lake St. , call 263-3613 for more information.