Programs
2024 PROGRAMS
10 and Under | Beginner/Intermediate | Junior Excellence | High School Team Camp | Tournament Series - Jr. and High School | Adult
All Campers receive a Camp-Shirt! We have racquets for those who do not.
2024 BROCHURE
RED BALL TENNIS
Red Ball Tennis is a "child friendly" format for learning tennis, designed to bring kids into the game in a fun way by tailoring the equipment to the needs and the athletic ability of young children. Red Ball allows them to learn the sport quickly, to have fun and have success at an early age. This Red Ball program is for 4-6 year olds.
3 year olds will be accepted on a case by case basis
Camp Schedule/Times/Fees
June 10 – June 20
June 24 – July 4
July 8 – July 18
July 22- August 1
In case of snow day make-ups the 1st session dates may change & will be prorated
Every other Friday - 8 and Under Tournament Class $10 Drop-in
Series Times: Mon - Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fees: $100 per person, per session ($95 each additional child per family)
Drop-In $20
Bring one new can of balls per person, per session
Your deposit reserves your spot unless notified otherwise.
Beginner / Intermediate
Future Champs
For boys and girls 6-12 years old. Emphasis on learning the fundamentals and then using them in drills and games. Beginners, Intermediates and "Top Guns" will be evaluated on the first day and placed in groups (also based on age and ability) to maximize their potential. Each staff pro is dedicated to the personal development and improvement of every tennis camper, from beginners to top tournament players. You'll meet new friends and have a GREAT time.
Camp Schedule/Times/Fees
June 10 – June 20
June 24 – July 4
July 8 – July 18
July 22- August 1
In case of snow day make-ups the 1st session dates may change & will be prorated
Series Times: Mon - Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.,
or 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fees: $100 per person, per session ($95 each additional child per family)
Drop In rate $20
Bring one new can of balls per person, per session
Your deposit reserves your spot unless notified otherwise.
Junior Excellence
(Held at TC Central Tennis Center)
A combination of fast-paced drill time and team match play time, Junior Excellence has it all! The format offers one hour of personalized instruction led by Coach Shane Dilloway and a second hour of “coached” drill & team match play. This program is designed to prepare middle school players for competitive tournaments and high school team play.
The focus is on both the technical and tactical fundamentals needed for competition. It’s designed for “graduates” of the morning instructional program, who are ready for competition.
Camp Schedule:
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm pm (2 hrs.)
June 11 - July 29 (13 days)
No class July 2nd and July 4th ~ This is the MHSAA summer Dead Period
Camp Fee: $200 entire summer (13 days), plus 1 new can of balls.
Drop in rate: $20 (2 hrs.)
Junior Excellence Program Features:
Multiple teaching stations and competitive drills
Focus on competitive skill development
Team match play
Intra-Club play with Camp Belvedere of Charlevoix
Friday JR Tournament Series
For boys and girls ages 7-14, a great first competitive experience or USTA tournament preparation for Junior Excellence players. Grouped by age and ability into separate divisions with supervised match play.
Series Schedule: June 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26
Series Times: Fridays: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $10.00 per Friday (pay day of match)
8 and Under Red Ball Tournament
Same times as above
Schedule: June 21, July 5, 19
Fee: $10 (pay day of match)
HIGH SCHOOL TEAM CAMP
Location: TC Central Tennis Center
Designed as the “next step” beyond Junior Excellence, High School Team Camp is for the competitive player committed to playing high school tennis and USTA tournaments. The format features one hour of instruction followed by one hour of “coached” team match competition. Stroke development & shot placement will be stressed along with competitive fast-paced drill time. Team matches will be coached, with an emphasis on tactics for competition. Conditioning will be emphasized throughout.
High School Team Camp Schedule:
Mondays & Wednesdays: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm (2 hrs)
June 10- July 31 (14 dates)
No class July 1st and 3rd
This is the MHSAA summer Dead Period
Camp Fees: $200 for entire summer Drop-in Rate: $20/time
Bring 1 new can of balls
Adult Camps
Choose your session-Four two-week camps at the same times as Beginner/Intermediate and Quick Start-but separated from campers. Bring a friend and have fun tuning up your game with Mr. G or Larry.
Camp Schedule/Times/Fees
June 10 – June 20
June 24 – July 4
July 8 – July 18
July 22- August 1
Series Times: Mon - Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.,
or 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $100 per person, per session $20 Drop in rate
Bring one new can of balls per person, per session.
Your deposit reserves your spot unless notified otherwise.