Tennis Training Camps
Tennis training clinics and camps for all ages are available nationwide. Here are some notable programs for young and old.
• Carmel Valley
• 4 Star Summer Camp
• Nike Tennis Camp 2004
• The Broadmoor
• Brady West Coast
• Chris Evert Fantasy Camp
• Swarthmore Tennis Camp
• John Newcombe Fantasy Camps
• Champion Tournament Camp
• Dennis Ralston at Copperwynd
• Van der Meer Tennis Clinics
Carmel Valley Tennis Camp (ages 10-17) — Carmel Valley, Calif.
831-659-2615, CVTC1@aol.com, www.carmelvalleytenniscamp.com
Balanced, fun residential camp experience to meet the needs of all levels of tennis players aged 10-17. Instruction, competition, social and sports activities in a beautiful wooded setting built as a camp.
- Dates: One or two week sessions are offered throughout June, July and August.
- Prices: June 6-12, $875; June 13-26, $1,750; June 27-July 10, $1,750; July 11-24, $1750; July 25-August 7, $1750; August 8-21, $1750; August 22-28, $875
- Highlights: Minimum of four hours of tennis instruction, team tennis competition and tournament, archery and ropes course open daily as well as daily basketball games.
4 Star Summer Tennis Camp — Falls Church, Va.
Located at the University of Virginia
800-334-7827, info@4starcamps.com, www.4starcamps.com
This world-renowned tennis program offers campers, ages 9 to 18, a specifically designed conditioning program and use of UVA's outstanding facilities, including 17 outdoor and five indoor courts. Quality instruction is paired with fun-filled non-tennis activities.
- Dates: June 27; July 2, 4-9, 11-16, 18-23, 25-30; August 1-6
- Prices: Overnight stay, $795-995 per week; day only, $595-795 per week. Weekend stay, $295.
- Highlights: Small group instruction, strategy sessions and drilling, private lessons, singles and doubles program, "mental toughness" workshop, competitive drills, and tennis tournaments for different age groups and ability levels.
Nike Tennis Camp 2004 — Offered in Calif., Idaho, Ore., Ill., Mich., Ohio, N.J., Mass. and Va. Check website for current dates.
800-NIKE-CAMP, TENNIS@USSPORTSCAMPS.COM
- Official NIKE camp t-shirt, five hours of daily instruction and supervised match play (singles and doubles)
- Maximum of four campers on court with a professional instructor
- Reference manual included
- Camps offered for adults aged 18 and up, and youths aged 9 to 18.
The Broadmoor — Colorado Springs, Colo.
719-577-5847, www.broadmoor.com
Choose from two kinds of award-winning camps – Dennis Ralston's "Premier" Camp, or the "Professional Staff" Camp. The Broadmoor's 3-day tennis camps include intensive instruction and fast-paced drilling.
- Dates: Spring, Summer and Fall. Check with Broadmoor for dates and schedule.
- Spring Professional Camp — $420 double, $540 single February and March; $440 double, $580 single occupancy April; $325 per person commuters (no room or hotel amenities included).
- Summer Professional Camp — $763 double, $1100 single weekday camps (3 days/nights); $838 double, $1250 single weekend camps (3 days/nights); $475 per person.
- Summer Premier Camp — $813 double, $1,150 single weekday camps (3 days/nights); $888 double/$1,300 single weekend camps (3 days/nights); $525 per person commuters.
- Highlights: Nine hours of intensive instruction and supervised match play with top-rated tennis staff, a 4:1 student/pro ratio for instruction, classic guest room with upgrade options available.
Brady West Coast Tennis Camps — Hermosa Beach, Calif.
Offered in Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills, Palm Springs and Las Vegas.
310-798-0333, wctennis@bradycamps.com, www.bradycamps.com
At Brady Tennis Camp, you'll have the opportunity to work on virtually every aspect of your game. Advanced players love the high-intensity workouts and match play, those new to the game appreciate the encouraging, one-on-one attention and truly fun atmosphere.
- Dates: February, March, May, July, August, November
- Prices: Weekend Adult Camps $165-$195. Adult or Junior Week-long Camps $570 ($545 early bird). Some camps include meals and tickets to pro tournaments.
- Highlights: Personalized instruction with top qualified instructors, 6 quality hours of tennis per day, a t-shirt and other prizes.
Chris Evert Fantasy Camp — Boca Raton, Fla.
800-327-0101, www.evertacademy.com
- Dates: April 15-18
- Prices: Deluxe Yacht Club Packages start at $7,120 per person
- Tennis champ Chris Evert offers fantasy campers two half-days of one-on-one instruction — and a match against the three-time Wimbledon champion herself.
- Highlights: The camper-to-instructor ratio is three to one. Campers spend more than two hours a day learning from Chris Evert and the pros at the Evert Tennis Academy. Lessons cover serve techniques, forehand and backhand drills, and volley strategies.
Swarthmore Tennis Camp for Juniors and Adults — New York, N.Y.
800-ACE-2442, 212-879-0225, www.swarthmoretenniscamp.com
- Highlights: Minimum 5 hours instruction daily with a maximum of 4:1 camper/instructor ratio. One to three private lessons at no charge that can be videotaped.
- Prices: Adults: $335-$850/session, lodging includes choice of either a Victorian guest house or air-conditioned dorm with private bath. Juniors: $720-$765/week, includes single or double lodging in dorms, meals; $435-$460 commuter rate.
- Dates: For adults, four program options weekly from June-August: 2-day weekend, 3-day sessions starting Tuesday and Thursday, 5-day sessions starting Tuesday. Special Singles Session dates are offered in July. For juniors (coed ages 9-18, all levels), weekly or multi-week sessions June 15-August 9.
Fantasy Camps with John Newcombe — New Braunfels, Texas
513- 489-9700, 800-874-7788, stevec@tp1.com, www.tennisfantasies.net
Clinics with legendary players as your instructors, coaches, and opponents. Experts include John Newcombe, Cliff Drysdale, Fred Stolle, Marty Riessen, Malcolm Anderson, Roy Emerson, Owen Davidson, Mark Woodforde, Charlie Pasarell and more.
- Dates: Men's and Women's Week, March 4-7, 2004; Men's Week: October 17-22, 2004
- Men's and Women's Week Prices: Courtside Rooms: $1,700 single; $1,500 double, per person. Courtside Condo Unit: $1,900 single; $1,700 double, per person. Non-tennis participation guest rate: $500. Fees include all tennis activities, meals lodging and ground transportation.
- Men's Week Prices: Courtside Rooms: $4,245 single; $4,045 double Courtside Condo Unit: $4,345 single; $4,145 double. Luxury B&B; $4,545 single. Fees include all tennis activities, meals lodging and ground transportation. A $500 deposit is needed to secure your position in the camp.
Champion Tournament Training Camp — New York, N.Y.
Champion Tennis Club, 212-876-7766, Hotline: 917-687-7556
info@championtennisclub.com, www.championtennisclub.com
Designed for high school and tournament players who are serious about raising their game to the next level or improving present rankings.- Highlights: Coaches help students to master tennis skills, focus and consistency, and improve endurance, strength and flexibility. Videotape analysis, intensive drills, match play.
- Also offers an ongoing Junior Tennis Program, April 12-June 14, and, beginning in June, a new half-day summer "mini-camp" that includes tennis, golf and soccer for boys and girls ages 6 to 12.
Dennis Ralston Tennis Camps at CopperWynd — Fountain Hills, Ariz.
480-333-1850, jclark@copperwynd.com , www.copperwynd.com
Programs, amenities and services for tennis players of all skill levels. Championship facilities staffed by leading tennis professionals. Each camp package includes 2 nights in a luxurious mountainside guestroom featuring private balconies with breathtaking mountain views, imported handcrafted furnishings and fireplaces.
- Dates: February 16-18 , 20-22; March 5-7, 26-28; April 2-4, 23-25 (skill levels vary by date)
- Prices: $798-978 for singles, $649-739 per person for doubles. Tennis only, $550 per person. Special villa rates, perfect for families and teams, are also available at an additional Prices:.
- Highlights: 9 hours of intensive instruction with Dennis Ralston and staff, 3 hours of supervised match-play, 4:1 Student/Pro ratio for all instruction.
Van der Meer Tennis Clinics — Hilton Head, S.C.
800-845-6138, tennis@vandermeertennis.com, www.vandermeertennis.com
Workshops feature various professional instructors, including Dennis and Pam Van der Meer, Dr. Louie Cap, Steve Rickard, Steve Keller, Rick Meek and more.
- Dates: Hilton Head camps run Dec.-Aug., but camps are also offered in Va. and Penn.
- Prices: Three-night packages start at $421 and include accommodations, your choice of an Instructional, Drill and Play, or Doubles Weekend Clinic and a free happy hour.
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