Junior Programs – Yorkville Tennis
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Three’s Program (Ages 3)
This program is a fun introduction to tennis for our youngest players. Children will participate in a variety of skill building activities including basic athletic skills (running, jumping) , to more advanced athletic skills (throwing, bouncing, catching) tennis stroke technique and rally basics all in a fun environment. Kids will use foam or red balls, 17 or 19 inch rackets and mini courts for size proportionate play. Each first time student will be given a brand new racket — theirs to keep — to begin the new session! Mon 3- 3:30, 3:30- 4 pm; Tues 3- 3:30 pm; Wed 3- 3:30, 3:30- 4 pm; Sun 10- 10:30, 10:30-11 am
Red Ball 1 (Ages 4 & 5) & Red Ball 2 (Ages 6 & 7)
Red Ball 1 & 2 follow the mandated United States Tennis Association system which uses age/skill appropriate equipment, lower pressure red dot balls and 36’ courts so that young kids can learn and play the game quickly, and set the stage for future success. Curriculum is designed so that children will learn and practice all athletic and tennis fundamentals, court positioning, develop a serve, rally and begin point play. Children will be separated into groups and curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 4 per group with general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio. Mon 3 pm, Weds 3 pm, Fri 2, 2:30, 3 or 3:30 pm; Sun 10 am; 11 am; 12 pm
Orange Ball (Ages 8 & 9)
This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway which uses age/skill appropriate equipment, lower pressure orange dot balls and 60’ courts so that young kids can learn and play the game quickly and develop professional style skills. Curriculum is designed so that kids will learn and practice all stroke fundamentals, court positioning, develop a serve, rally and begin point play. More advanced players will learn more advanced stroke technique, spin, combining shots together with purpose, serve with direction and spin, approaching the net to use volleys, overheads and more advanced point play. ..all while using orange dot balls and covering a larger court. Children will be separated into groups and curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 6 per court with general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio. APPLICANTS MUST BE 8 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM START. Mon 4 pm, Tues 3:30, Weds 4, Thurs 4:30, Fri 4 or 4:30; Sun 10 am or 12 pm
Green Ball (Ages 10 & 11)
This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway and will be conducted on 78’ (full) courts with lower pressure green dot balls. Curriculum will vary based on experience and ability, with the goal to develop or refine technique and provide players with the tools to meet their goals. Groupings will be created with consideration of playing ability and age and players will utilize faster green dot balls. Emphasis will be placed on skills application in live ball (point play) situations. Children will be separated into groups and curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 6 per court with general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio. APPLICANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 10 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM START. Mon 5 pm, Tues 4:30, Weds 5 pm, Thurs 4:30 & Fri 4, 4:30 or 5 pm; Sun 12 pm or 1 pm
Yellow Ball (Ages 12 and up)
This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway and will be conducted on 78’ (full) courts with full pressure yellow balls. Curriculum will vary based on experience and ability, with the goal to develop or refine technique and provide players with the tools to meet their goals. Emphasis will be placed on skills application in live ball (point play) situations. Children will be separated into groups and curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 6 per court with general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio. APPLICANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 12 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM START. Mon & Weds, 6 pm; Tues 4:30 pm, Fri 5:30- 7 or 6-7 pm, Sunday 1 pm
High Performance
This program is for kids at a higher skill level who are preparing for competition using full pressure yellow balls. Acceptance is subject to approval by the Junior Directors. Curriculum includes advanced technical and tactical skills, and is for goal oriented competitive players. THIS PROGRAM IS FOR SELF-MOTIVATED PLAYERS WHO WANT TO WORK HARD AND IMPROVE. Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm
Our Junior Programs are designed
to provide quality instruction and a wide variety of options for all ages and levels. We feature low/student teacher ratios and carefully selected coaches. All of our programs take place on our championship quality indoor tennis courts…not outdoors, in a basement or school gym.
Next Steps…
For more information including availability, pricing and registration please contact Director Michael Filipek at michael@yorkvilletennisclub.
Call 212-987-0301
50% Off Tennis Classes & Clinics At Manhattan’s Leading Tennis Center | Sutton East Tennis | fitness
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The largest indoor tennis center in Manhattan, the exclusive Sutton East Tennis Club offers small-group adult clinics and sessions for players of all levels.
New to the game? No problem; grab the $290 Beginner Clinics (a $580 Value) for five 1-Hour Beginner Clinics. In each session, your trusted tennis pro will guide you through the basics of the game in a small group (of no more than 6), so you can get the right foundations for furthering technique.
If you already know a thing or two on how to serve & volley, the $290 Advanced Beginner Clinics (a $580 value) will help you improve your footwork, shots, and consistency, over five 1-hour sessions.
Intermediate to advanced players will love the intensity of the $340 pulse for five 2-Hour Drill & Play Classes (a $680 value). Each session consists of an hour of instructed drills, followed by an hour of match play.
Finally, with the option to also take classes at Yorkville & Vanderbilt Hall Tennis Clubs, you now have 3 locations where you can take your game to the next level!
Location
Sutton East Tennis
488 East 60th Street
(212) 751-3452
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In operation for over 30 years, Sutton East Tennis Club is a Manhattan institution and the home base of some of the city’s best pros as well as other players of all levels.
At 45,000 square feet, Sutton East boasts the largest and most sophisticated indoor tennis facilities in Manhattan. The clay court reduces impact on your joints, and the climate controlled interior makes it easy for you to focus, no matter what the weather.
Sutton East’s sister club, Yorkville Tennis, also offers a customized Deco Turf Surface, similar to the one used at the U.S. Open to ensure a smooth bounce.
With highly experienced tennis professionals to guide you at either venue, you’ll be learning the ins and outs of this sport – while gaining fitness, toning up, and reducing stress!
Full class schedules for Sutton East, Vanderbilt Hall & Yorkville Tennis Clubs may be viewed here.
$290 For 5 1-Hour Beginner Clinics (a $580 Value)
- For players who are new to tennis.
- Six players maximum per class.
- Covers basic grips, stroke mechanics, and footwork.
- Redeemable at Sutton East, Vanderbilt Hall & Yorkville Tennis Clubs.
- 20 clinics offered each week. View clinic schedule here.
$290 For 5 1-Hour Advanced Beginner Clinics (a $580 Value)
- For players with some experience.
- Six players maximum per class.
- Covers improved accuracy, consistency, spin, power and strategy.
- Redeemable at Sutton East, Vanderbilt Hall & Yorkville Tennis Clubs.
- 40 clinics offered each week. View clinic schedule here.
$340 For 5 2-Hour Drill & Play Classes (a $680 Value)
- For intermediate to advanced players (level 3.5 to 4.5).
- Eight players maximum per class.
- No instruction. First hour of drills, second hour of match play.
- Redeemable at Sutton East & Yorkville Tennis Clubs.
- 20 classes offered each week. View class schedule here.
Valid at Sutton East, Vanderbilt Hall & Yorkville Tennis Clubs:
- Sutton East: 488 E 60th Street, New York, NY, 10022.