Junior Tennis

From Tiny Tots to sectional and national level players, our certified tennis professionals will teach the fundamentals of the game while the players have fun in an engaging and energizing environment.

We welcome Non-Members

Private Tennis Lessons

Winter | Spring Junior Tennis

Session Dates

Session 1  | June 1 - June 21
All classes | 3 weeks

Session 2 | June 22 - July 12
All classes | 3 weeks

Session 3 | July 13 - August 2
All classes | 3 weeks

Session 4 | August 3 - August 16
All classes | 3 weeks

Registration

• Registration is open for all four summer sessions

• A minimum of three participants is required.

• Programs are subject to change based on enrollment.

Junior Development

Genesis Miramont tennis supports the USTA’s Net Generation approach to junior player development. The Net Generation approach utilizes a progression of age and size appropriate racquets, training balls and court sizes to help young kids develop better technique and achieve greater success while having fun!

AGES 4-5

Tiny Tots (36’ court, red ball)
Introduce your kids to the game of tennis in a fun and positive environment. No prior experience is required to participate in this class. Players will work on developing a variety of athletic skills and the basic fundamentals of the game.

Day Tuesday | 
Time 8:30 am - 9:00 am

AGES 10 & UNDER

Beginner (36’ court, red ball)
For the 6 to 10-year-old relatively new to the game designed to help teach fundamental tennis strokes, as well as introduce rallying and point play. No prior experience is necessary to participate.

Day Tuesday | Thursday
Time 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Intermediate (36’ court, red ball) 

For the 6 to 10-year-old player who understands basic tennis mechanics using the forehand and backhand and is capable of participating in a 10 ball rally with another child from the 36’ baseline. Players will continue to work on the mechanics for groundstrokes, volleys, and serves, as well as consistency and control in rally and point play scenarios.

Day Wednesday | Friday
Time 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Advanced (60’ court, orange ball) 

For the 6 to 10-year-old player who has sufficient experience on the 36’ court. Players should have the basic mechanics down for groundstrokes, volleys, and serves and be able to display control and directional intent with these shots. Players can maintain a 10 ball rally and play points on the 60’ court. Participants will continue to develop a variety of shots and will gain experience using them in point play scenarios.

AGES 12 & UNDER

Day Wednesday | Friday
Time 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

AGES 13 – 17

Beginner (78’ court, yellow ball)
For the 13 to 17-year-old player relatively new to the sport. Players will learn the fundamentals of the game and will improve the skills necessary to participate in match play situations. Stroke production, rally skills, and point play will be emphasized.

Challengers 7^th & 8^th Grade (Middle School)

This group is designed for the intermediate to advanced middle school player. These players should be comfortable with all the basic strokes and able to display control, consistency, and directional intent when using them. Prior match play experience is required. Participants will continue to develop their strokes, footwork, and point play skills. This class is intended to prepare players for their middle school tennis seasons and tournament play.

GRAND SLAM 9th - 12th GRADE (HIGH SCHOOL)

This group is designed for the intermediate to advanced high school player. These players should be comfortable with all the basic strokes and able to display control, consistency, and directional intent when using them. Prior match play experience is required. A variety of drills will be used to teach many aspects of the game and get players ready for high school tennis seasons and tournament play.

Junior Team Tennis

Junior Team Tennis (JTT) is an eight week program of practice and match play for boys and girls who want to play on a tennis TEAM. Teams are comprised of players of similar age, gender and skill that will compete against other teams from the region in one of four age divisions: 10 & Under, 12 & Under, 14 & Under or 18 & Under. Each age division is further divided into different categories based on ability level. A USTA membership is NOT required; however, each player must have some match experience, including the ability to serve and keep score. Contact Andy Benson at Abenson@genesishealthclubs.com or 672-4224 for registration details.

Genesis Tournament Travel Team

For the 9^th – 12^th grade junior player focused on competitive tournament play at the sectional and college level.  Sessions include tactical, technical, mental and physical training. By invitation only.

Contact Nate Hurd at 970.672.4226 or nhurd@genesishealthclubs.com for more information about the High Performance class.

Friday Night Tennis Games and Pizza – 8 & up

The primary goal – Let’s have fun! We will play a bunch of tennis games followed with pizza to cap off the party! No prior tennis experience necessary.

Time 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Cost $20 / player / class
Pre-registration required by Thursday prior to class date.

Contact Andy Benson, Junior Tennis Coordinator, at 970.672.4224 or abenson@genesishealthclubs.com for more information about any of our Junior Programs.

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