TENNIS IN SCHOOLS
There are two ways you can bring tennis to your school at NO cost. The Academy is certified and experienced in delivering TRY, LEARN, and PLAY Tennis programs to children in elementary schools. The goal of these programs is to provide and increase opportunities to children to try the sport and continue to play at a subsidized cost. For individuals interested in continuing participation Academy offers a set of LEARN & PLAY sessions at low costs to children in schools and communities. All Academy provided TRY, LEARN, and PLAY Tennis programs are delivered in a fun, safe, and learning environment.
TRY Tennis - (FREE School Sessions)
Option 1: "Cardio Tennis For Kids"
In the TRY Tennis component each school has two options. First option includes “Cardio Tennis for Kids”. “Cardio Tennis for Kids” provides an opportunity for children in elementary schools in western Ontario to participate. Through the program, students learn the importance of regular physical activity as a part of a healthy lifestyle. Cardio Tennis is a fun cardiovascular workout and for many students it would be their first exposure to tennis.
Option 2: "Progressive Tennis"
Second option for children in schools to TRY Tennis can be done through participation in Academy’s “Progressive Tennis” program. This program also looks to offer tennis opportunities to children in western Ontario. Its goal is to increase access to tennis at the community level allowing children the opportunity to TRY tennis for FREE and then later if desired learn to play tennis at a subsidized cost. The “Progressive Tennis” session consists of an instructional lesson to children in elementary schools to TRY tennis for FREE. It teaches kids the basic game fundamentals needed to play the sport.
How to register?
If you are a teacher, parent, or a principal and think that your (child’s) school may be interested in participating in a TRY Tennis workshop at no cost or would require more information please submit complete the online registration form.
Who is it for?
Please keep in mind that the TRY Tennis programs are ideal for children in Grade 1 through 6. However, schools in the past have successfully participated in the program with Grade 7 and 8 students.
Do schools need any equipment?
Schools require no equipment of their own to participate in our TRY Tennis programs. All equipment necessary for program provision is provided by us.
LEARN Tennis
Once your school has tried tennis there may be students who would like to continue their involvement through acquisition of more tennis skills. For these individuals the Academy provides LEARN tennis sessions called “Kids Learn to Play Tennis”. “Kids Learn to Play Tennis” is an elementary school instructional program offered on a weekly basis for a set number of sessions. Usually these sessions take place over 4 to 8 week period. This program is designed to help young players learn the game quickly and successfully in a fun and safe environment. It is offered in three school semesters either on the gym floor or in the community.
Cost: as little as $2 per session
PLAY Tennis
Once students have expressed interest in learning to play tennis and/or have previously participated in the Learn Tennis program such as Kids Learn to Play Tennis above, schools can also book PLAY Tennis sessions called “Kid’s Rookie Tour”. This program is specifically designed to provide children with playing opportunity in schools or in the community. The program consists of skill acquisition through match and game play in teams. The length of the program ranges from 4 to 8 week periods in spring, summer, and fall and it is made available by the Academy on the gym floor and in the community.
Cost: as little as $2 per session
Who is LEARN/PLAY Tennis for?
Students interested in continuing tennis skill development.
Who can register and how?
Students can register individually by completing the online registration form to participate in the community based program. Teachers can register their class, school, or a number of students to participate/start the program on their gym floor by submitting the online registration form indicating their preference on dates and times.
Please allow 48 hours after submitting the registration form to be contacted by one of our Academy staff.
Note: Tennis racquets and other necessary equipment are provided for use during TRY, LEARN, and PLAY Tennis programs. For more information and to sign up for this program in your community or to register students from your school please complete the online registration form.