2021 Long Island Tennis Magazine’s Camp Guide

March 17, 2021 | By Long Island Tennis Magazine Staff
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Long Island Tennis Magazine’s 2021 Camp Guide


Bethpage Park Tennis Center Summer Tennis Camp

99 Quaker Meeting House Road, Building #4 

Farmingdale, NY

(516) 777-1358

BethpageParkTennis.com

The 2021 Summer Junior Tennis Program at Bethpage Park Tennis Center, where Safety, Enjoyment, Value and Improvement is at the forefront. Our 10-week Summer Junior Tennis Program begins on Monday, June 21, and runs consecutively every weekday through Friday, August 27. 

Safety First

We offer two sessions daily: a morning session from 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., and an afternoon session from 1 p.m.-4:15 p.m. with limited enrollment for each session. For the many players who stay full day, we are offering an optional specialized package which will maximize improvement opportunities in a quality and result-driven program. Based on last year’s highly successful and safe summer we are continuing several new policies that will maintain the highest degree of safety standards for both staff and players alike.

Among these are a daily comprehensive disinfecting of the facility; use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all players and staff and active player and staff social distancing. Other safety measures are still in development and will continue to be as needed. As an extra measure of safety for our players and staff, food and water will no longer be provided. Please make sure to bring your own snacks, lunches, towels and have plenty of fluids to drink. Also, for the current Summer Junior Tennis Program transportation services are suspended. 

At Bethpage Park Tennis, we have two large air conditioned structures with four courts in each as well as two outdoor courts. All 10 courts have been allocated to our Summer Junior Tennis Program to ensure that social distancing rules are followed and maintained. With our programs enrollment limitations, our safety policies as well as our commitment to the health and safety of all, our Summer Junior Tennis Program will be one of its kind.

Enjoyment

Sport-based programs like ours should be fun and as stress free as possible during these unprecedented times. We have a great staff of full-time teaching professionals as well as top college players, all of whom have been with us for many years. With our experienced and successful coaching staff, our plentiful courts and the safe nurturing environment for which we have been known, our Summer Junior Tennis Program players will remain active and smiling. 

Improvement

For over 40 years, our junior program has provided the best learning environment to develop top student-athletes. Our record of development with our long-time students including 20 players ranked #1 nationally, numerous ATP, WTA and NCAA champions, and over 2000 nationally ranked players is unrivaled and unprecedented for a single facility that is not a massive academy. As enrollment is limited, act soon to ensure a spot.

 


Carefree Racquet Club

1414 Jerusalem Avenue

North Merrick, N.Y. 

(516) 489-9005

CarefreeTennis.com

Where can you find a junior summer tennis camp highlighting the excitement of competition, high-structured instruction and plenty of all-around play time? At Carefree Racquet Club, complete with seven air-conditioned indoor tennis courts, two half-court basketball courts, a cozy lounge and snack area … that’s where! At Carefree’s Summer Camp, the staff encourages the social and healthy aspect of loving sports just for the fun of it.

Carefree Racquet Club is proud to celebrate its 26th year of its Junior Summer Camp. The success of the summer program comes from the outstanding facility, fun to win attitude and superior pro staff. Camp hours are from noon to 5:00 p.m. Students come in fresh and relaxed with energy, and ready for action.

Summer Camp

This runs from Monday-Friday, June 28th to August 20th from 1:00-5:00 p.m. A typical day at camp consists of stretching and warm-up, stroke production, instruction, drills and thrills and ladder matches! Cross-training is also involved including basketball.

Contact CarefreeTennis@gmail.com, call (516) 489-9005 or visit CarefreeTennis.com to sign-up or for more information.

 


Centercourt Tennis Academy – High-Performance Full-Time Academy & Elite Camps

Offered Weekly, Annually and for Specific Periods required

Chatham 

Florham Park

Drew University

Newark Academy

Gillette

Marlboro

Just 25 miles from Manhattan

(862) 308-3029

Centercourtcta.com

Conrad@Centercourtclub.com

Our commitment to Excellence at Centercourt Tennis Academy has earned our reputation as the Toughest Playground in the Northeast. With a passion for Elite Player Development and with a dedicated High-Performance Team as well as our multiple World-Class facilities from Indoor and Outdoor Clay & Hards to our Strength and Conditioning Institutes.

Our players experience Only the Best in Competitive Training and an array of Tournaments and Events in one Academy.

Based just 25 Miles from Manhattan Players come from International as well as the Tri – State area. We offer Additional Homestay and Transportation Options upon request.

The Centercourt Tennis Academy Points of Difference

►World renowned International Tennis Coaches on Court daily in our innovative environment

►Attention to detail allows athletes to improve in multiple dimensions: Technical, Tactical Fitness, Emotional & Mental

►Centercourt’s list of events including USTA, ITA & official UTR tournaments provide opportunities for athletes to compete weekly and improve UTR ratings quickly.

►Centercourt is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each one of our players

►Centercourt’s players results are amongst top National rankings and the ITF100 ranked players.  Our Alumni are competing ay Ivy League as well as top Colleges all over the country.

►Centercourt puts the needs of the player first, in a development-focused model of training

►Athletes are grouped in level by UTR; featuring small group training, match play, individualized fitness plans, Mental Toughness Training and On the Spot video analysis.

►Tournament Support, Supervised Practice Sets and Team coaching are all available.

►Our Environment shows our commitment to develop players Holistically – we believe in shaping people from the Inside Out and guide our team in our Team based Academy setting.

Centercourt Tennis Academy’s Proven Superior Player Development Model has seen countless outstanding results achieved in recent times.  With our athletes competing at Top Colleges around the nation we are confident in our ability to bring your Childs Ability to their potential .

Centercourt Tennis Academy offers programs with rolling admissions year-round and Summer Camp from June 8th – September 3rd, 2021.

 


Chris Lewit Tennis Academy

Manchester, Vermont

(914) 462-2912 

ChrisLewit.com

Chris@ChrisLewit.com

Chris Lewit Tennis Academy (CLTA) Summer Camp is a serious high performance sleepaway and day camp set in the natural paradise of Vermont. In addition to the summer program, Chris Lewit Tennis Academy also offers year-round training—with boarding—both short term and long term!

Players at CLTA have the opportunity to train personally in very small groups with Chris Lewit, one of leading high-performance junior development coaches in the United States. Chris is known as an expert in technique and biomechanics, and in Spanish training methods. Chris wrote the best-selling book, Secrets of Spanish Tennis, and he is currently pursuing an advanced degree in Kinesiology and Biomechanics.  He has developed numerous top 10 nationally-ranked juniors, many of whom are now graduating to the pro circuit. He also has experience building the foundations of many young prodigies.

The camp focuses on players from ages 8-18, from serious beginner to national and ITF ranked players, and offers day or full boarding options. Campers live in a charming Vermont Inn and have exclusive use of a private tennis club, CLTA Vermont, which offers both outdoor red clay courts and indoor hard courts in the event of rain, gym, yoga studio and clubhouse, all set on 15 picturesque acres with a majestic river for swimming onsite.

The camp features daily morning yoga and mindfulness training from a certified master yoga instructor and an injury prevention program overseen by a NSCA certified strength and conditioning coach who is training for the Olympics in Track and Field.

CLTA offers a unique hybrid teaching system based on the Toni Nadal, Pato Alvarez/Sanchez-Casal, and Bruguera Methods from Spain, as well as other European influences based on Chris Lewit’s travels abroad. Chris has spent the last 14 years studying with many of the legendary coaches in Spain and Europe. Recognized as a world-leading expert in Spanish systems, he is the only coach in the US certified in three distinct Spanish styles:  Nadal, Bruguera, and Sanchez-Casal. Chris brings the most cutting-edge training methods from Europe back to the U.S. for his students.

New this year is a character building and mindset training based on the teachings of Toni Nadal!

All students receive personal coaching and mentoring directly from Chris Lewit, and are supported by his highly trained staff of top college and ATP players.

This summer, the academy will host a full series of UTR tournaments, Little Mo Sectionals, U14 World Championship Qualifiers, and UTR Pro Money event featuring players as high as 200 ATP! 

For more information, contact Chris directly to discuss your player’s summer development plan by e-mail at Chris@ChrisLewit.com, or text/call/WhatsApp (914) 462-2912, or visit ChrisLewit.com.

You can also learn more about Chris’s philosophy at his Prodigy Maker Blog, and podcast, The Prodigy Maker Show. Visit ProdigyMaker.com for the blog and show links.

 


CourtSense Tennis Training Center at Bogota Racquet Club (home of the High Performance program)

156 West Main Street

Bogota, N.J.

(201) 489 1122  

CourtSense at Tenafly Racquet Club (Home of the Performance program)

195 County Rd.

Tenafly, N.J.

(201) 254 5836

CourtSense.com

Info@CourtSense.com

With CourtSense, you’ll achieve your personal best, because our training is of the highest professional caliber and easily tailored to suit your age and skill level. We use tennis as a vehicle to teach life lessons by tapping into the spirit of every player, with lots of passion, expertise and character. Students have access to 32 outdoor and 15 indoor tennis courts and to CourtSense’s revolutionary PlaySight smart court system that is installed on 20 courts.

High Performance Summer Tennis Camp at Bogota Racquet Club. This camp is geared towards High Performance Tournament and high level High School players for UTR level 4 and above and age group 11 to 18 years old. CourtSense has trained and is currently training players who have become ATP- and WTA-ranked players, U.S. Olympians, as well as many college scholarship athletes. CourtSense’s International High Performance Coaches, in collaboration with its fitness staff and a sports psychologist, have developed a program that maximizes all athletes’ strengths, both on and off court.

►Full Day High Performance Tennis Camp at Bogota Racquet Club runs from Monday-Friday, June 28-Aug. 27 (nine weeks), featuring 10 hours of tennis training; 5 hours of fitness and 8 hours of match/point play) for players ages 11-18, and UTR level 4.00 and above. Campers will have access to outdoor and indoor hard and clay courts, with a 3:1 student-to-coach ratio. Weekly dual matches with other academies, and mental toughness training are also included. Evaluation is required prior to enrollment. Transportation service between locations is provided.

►Full Day Performance Tennis Camp at Tenafly Racquet Club runs from Monday-Friday, June 28-Aug. 27 (nine weeks), featuring 8 hours of tennis training; 4 hours of fitness and 6-8 hours of match/point play) for players ages 8-12, and UTR level under 4.00. Campers will have access to a premier and very unique facility where they will be able to experience playing on all grand slam surfaces (European red clay, grass, hard court), with a 3:1 student-to-coach ratio.  Mental toughness training is also included. Evaluation is required prior to enrollment.

 


Eastern Athletic Club’s Summer Camp

Multiple locations across Long Island and New York City

EasternAthleticClubs.com

EACTennis@yahoo.com

Eastern Athletic is family-owned and is one of the New York’s original and finest tennis and fitness facilities, offering tennis camps during July and August. With three locations throughout Suffolk County to accommodate the ever changing needs of our clientele, Eastern Athletic has 17 Nova Ultra cushion indoor tennis courts, seven racquetball courts, and much more.

Eastern Athletic’s camp is directed by Laurie Tenney Fehrs and the multi-cultural tennis staff that all have a commitment to see their students happy and successful in all aspects of their lives. Eastern Athletic Tennis Camps integrate strength and agility training, drill sessions, group lessons and match play. Eastern Athletic offers camp from two hours up to five hours per day for one day up to eight weeks.

In addition, Eastern Athletic has one of the best performance training programs, integrating tennis with athletic performance programs. All of their programs are offered year-round in a climate-controlled tennis facility. Eastern Athletic has produced some of the top tennis players on Long Island under the direction and supervision of Laurie Tenney Fehrs and a renowned tennis staff. Eastern Athletic has programs for juniors and adults of all ages and level of play, and is confident they have something for you.

To find out all about what Eastern Athletic has to offer, visit EasternAthleticClubs.com. For more information and to join the growing family, e-mail EACTennis@yahoo.com or visit one of Eastern Athletic’s locations:

►EAC in Blue Point, 9A Montauk Highway, Blue Point, N.Y. (631) 363-2882

►EAC in Dix Hills, 854 East Jericho Turnpike, Dix Hills, N.Y. (631) 271-6616

►EAC in Melville, 100 Ruland Road, Melville, N.Y. (631) 773-6293

►EAC in Brooklyn Heights, 43 Clark Street, Brooklyn, N.Y. (718) 625-0500

►EAC in Prospect Park, 17 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, N.Y. (718) 789-4600

 


Ed Krass’ 33rd Annual College Tennis Exposure Camp ® & Clinics

►The Long Island Health & Racquet Club: Saturday-Sunday, June 5-6 

►Mercer Country Park Tennis Center: Friday-Saturday, July 23-24 

Brandeis University, Waltham, Mass.: Saturday-Sunday, August 21-22

Beerman Family Tennis Center, Lakeland, Fla.: Saturday, Sunday, December 11-12

 (813) 684-9031 

CollegeTennis.com

Coach Ed Krass’ 33rd Annual College Tennis Exposure Camp & Clinics, for ages 14-18, are taught exclusively by head college coaches who will work with you on-court to improve your singles and doubles match play strategies and provide college recruiting advice. Instructional drills and match play competitions will be conducted in the same style and intensity as a college team practice.

The two-day College Tennis Exposure Camp will be offered at the Long Island Health & Racquet Club in Setauket, N.Y., Saturday-Sunday, June 5-6 and Mercer County Park Tennis Center in Windsor, N.J., Friday-Saturday, July 23-24

Coach Ed Krass, Founder and Director of College Tennis Exposure Camp & Clinics, has coached varsity tennis teams at Harvard University, Clemson University and the University of Central Florida prior to founding the College Tennis Academy.

For more information, call Coach Krass at (813) 684-9031 or visit CollegeTennis.com. Look for more camp locations at CollegeTennis.com.

 


Evert Tennis Academy

10334 Diego Drive South

Boca Raton, Fla. 

(561) 488-2001

EvertAcademy.com

Evert@EvertAcademy.com

The Evert Tennis Academy is located in sunny Boca Raton, Fla., and is considered by many as one of the best tennis camps in the country. John and Chrissie Evert set out to continue their father’s legacy 22 years ago by installing core values: Excellence, Resilience, Integrity and Leadership. “Our core values are the roadmap to coaching every student-athlete towards reaching their full potential.”–John Evert

Evert Tennis Academy clinics will focus on technical development, tactical training and competitive settings. Players will experience a typical Evert program that includes tennis lessons, strength and fitness conditioning, mental conditioning and competitive match play against players from all over the world. Players will get a coach’s evaluation during their stay here to review at home.

Top four reasons why to attend this summer (Monday-Sunday, May 31-Aug. 21):

1. Coaches/program: Our coaching staff continues to put a program together that is second to none. Each program is designed so that each player will get the personalized attention needed to improve his or her game while having fun. Whether you are an intermediate player looking to fine tune your game or a high-level nationally ranked player we have the program for you.

2. Facility/boarding: Evert Tennis Academy is one of the only academies to provide boarding services for any student wishing to stay only steps away from the courts. Its eight-acre facility provides a safe environment nestled in the beautiful and secure Mission Bay residential neighborhood, surrounded by lakes, manicured lawns and lush Floridian foliage.

3. Competition: The Evert Tennis Academy provides match play for each student every day and all levels are welcome. Although the tournament schedule is not yet confirmed, we normally host three UTR tournaments throughout the summer for any player looking to get match play prior to the Clay Court & Hard Court Nationals, Zonals or just get access to players of equal playing level.

4. Family Oriented and Personal: The Evert Tennis Academy in known worldwide for a family oriented atmosphere and a place where players enjoy both on-court training and off-court activities. Students that choose the Developmental Program will receive a taylor made personalized program that is second to none in the industry.

5. Location: Located in the beautiful town of Boca Raton, Fla., the Evert Tennis Academy is located only a few minutes away from the beach and only 30 minutes away from the Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach airports making it an easy trip from the northeast.

 


Glen Head Racquet and Fitness

95 Glen Head Avenue

Glen Head, N.Y. 

(516) 676-9849

GlenHeadRAF.com

Summer Camp at Glen Head Racquet Club is a great place for young athletes to improve their tennis skills, work hard, make new friends and of course, have a lot of fun. Our Pros use the latest teaching methods to help youngsters to achieve the highest level and be successful.

The Junior Development Program is designed for athletes that have an interest in play tennis but don’t have any intensive instruction. The students learn:

►Stroke production, foot work, simple fitness drills

►Decision making and tactics

►Shot selection and game style strategies

►Court position match play and scoring

The High Performance program is a fun yet achievement-orientated environment with emphasis on a systematic approach to player development. There is a great focus on mental enhancement, proper fundamentals for ultimate strokes, footwork drills. We have indoor and outdoor locations available.

 


Hofstra Summer Tennis Camp

Hofstra University

1000 Fulton Avenue 

Hempstead, N.Y. 

(516) 463-CAMP

Hofstra.edu/Camp

A great tennis experience for two, four or seven weeks

Hofstra Summer Camps offers three unique tennis programs for beginner and experienced players to learn and refine their tennis skills.

In the new USTA program “Net Generation” players in grades 2-10 learn the basics of tennis using tennis equipment in a scaled down version to fit their smaller size, and it builds confidence, respect, responsibility, cooperation and much more. All aspects of tennis are introduced and taught, all scoring, strokes and strategy, and all in a fun and entertaining way!

The Elite Tennis program offers experienced players in grades 6-10 the opportunity to receive full-day instruction. Campers will participate in supervised practice and competition, while the afternoon will consist of learning new skills and strategies, as well as drills and specific games to enhance the camper’s full tennis skill set. Admission to this program is selective; campers will be interviewed to see if this is the right fit.

The Jason Pasion Tennis Sports Academy Camp is a one-week intensive program specifically designed for players competing in or striving to compete in tournaments and on school teams. Coach Jason Pasion joined by others from the Hofstra University Tennis teams coaching staff will demonstrate techniques and help develop campers’ skills in a fun, supportive and positive environment.

Program includes:

►Stretching and warm-up exercises

►Drilling and Instruction – live ball hitting, technique development and improvement

►Point and match play

►Tennis specific cross-training and mental toughness training.

►And More!

For additional information about Hofstra Summer Tennis Camp, call (516) 463-CAMP or visit Hofstra.edu/Camp.

 


John McEnroe Tennis Academy Summer Tennis Training Camps

Locations on Long Island including the Hamptons, in Manhattan and Westchester:

JMTA New York City / SPORTIME Randall’s Island – (212) 427-6150

JMTA Long Island / SPORTIME Syosset – (516) 364-2727 

JMTA Hamptons / SPORTIME Amagansett – (631) 267-3460

JMTA Westchester / SPORTIME Lake Isle – (914) 777-5151

Email:  CampsNYC@SportimeNY.com

Website:  SportimeCamps.com/JMTA

No one knows tennis training for juniors better than SPORTIME! And, with multiple tennis camp locations across Long Island, including in the Hamptons, and in New York City and Westchester, aspiring tennis players can enjoy John McEnroe Tennis Academy and SPORTIME tennis training programs across the region, throughout the summer. Faced with the challenges of COVID-19, we responded immediately with new guidelines and protocols designed to keep our players, campers, members, guests and staff safe and healthy. To find out more, go to SportimeNY.com/Covid19_Guidelines.

SPORTIME’s and JMTA’s training methods are fun and fast-paced and feature technical and tactical training. Innovative tennis training techniques are rooted in competitive games and tennis-specific conditioning regimens. Newer players learn and enjoy the sport in age and level appropriate groups. Higher level training prepares serious juniors for the physical, mental and emotional demands of match and tournament play. SPORTIME’s international coaching staff is dedicated to turning weaknesses into strengths and strengths into winning games.

For our youngest players, ages 10 and under, campers work through clearly defined stages of development that follow an internationally accepted progression of court sizes (red 36’, orange 60’), ball types (red, orange) and net heights that make it possible for kids to actually play tennis from the moment they step onto the court. With our fun and unique “gamification” approach, our junior players don’t just take lessons—they get sent on missions, acquire skills, collect points and achieve milestones. Campers also enjoy instruction and competition in a variety of team sports activities.

Visit SportimeCamps.com to find the SPORTIME EXCEL or JMTA Summer Tennis Training Camp nearest you, or e-mail CampsNYC@SportimeNY.com to find out more.

Programs vary by location.

 


LuHi Summer Programs

131 Brookville Road

Glen Head, NY 11545 

luhisummercamps.org

LuHi Summer Programs offers a premier tennis experience for players of all levels, but also so much more! Located on a scenic 32-acre campus in the heart of Long Island’s North Shore, LuHi Summer Programs has been the home and camp choice for thousands of Long Island children for 60 years.  We provide a fun-filled learning experience in a variety of sports, educational, and recreational programs to bring out the best in each of our campers.   With over 20 diverse programs to choose from, campers from all across Long Island and NYC find their home here at LuHi Summer Programs. 

Foster personal growth, team spirit, and perseverance in one of our varied Athletics programs designed to challenge and motivate athletes to be their best. Inspire curiosity, spontaneity, and independence in our diverse Arts programs designed to nurture creativity and expression. Spark new passions, hobbies, and friendships with well-rounded Recreation options to suit all learning styles and interests.  Galvanize tomorrow’s makers, creators, and innovators with science and technology options in our STEM division that drive experimentation and investigation.

If all four of these programming areas sound right for your child or they just want to try them all, they may yet find their home in LuHi Country Day, where action, adventure, and discovery await them! A culmination of LuHi’s culture, LuHi Country Day offers a safe & structured environment where campers are encouraged to engage in new experiences, form friendships, and most importantly, have fun!

With so many offerings, families have the opportunity to customize their summer based on their schedule and child’s varying interests. The day-camp format also allows children to experience all of the best parts of camp during the day and spend time with their families during the evenings and weekends.  Professionals in their specific field direct each LuHi program, providing experiences that educate, enrich, and inspire each child. We hope to welcome you to the LuHi Family for Summer 2021!

 


New York Tennis at Shelter Rock Tennis Club

100 Long Island Expressway

Manhasset, N.Y. 

(516) 233-2790

NYTAGN.com

Info@NYTAGN.com

The New York Tennis Academy at Shelter Rock Tennis Club is under the Direction of Brian Stein and Chris Tasso. For more than 20 years they have both developed and coached some of the top juniors in the Long Island/New York City area. They will be sure to look after every junior’s personal needs, as well as instill a real competitive presence at the camp. In addition to their leadership at the camp, Brian and Chris are also the Directors of Junior Tennis at New York Tennis at Great Neck.

The coaching staff at the camp will feature a highly accomplished set of former ATP, ITF and NCAA players, as well as current college players that were once juniors in the program and fully understand the hard work philosophy. The camp is hosted at a beautiful facility of Har-Tru courts, a large pool that campers can enjoy in the afternoons, and is centrally located right off of the Long Island Expressway in Manhasset. On days it rains, the camp utilizes several indoor courts located on-premises to keep up the tennis fun.

Finally, the New York Tennis Academy’s mission is that every junior player loves going to camp and has an incredible summer tennis experience. The entire staff will be dedicated to giving campers a summer they’ll never forget.

 


Nike Tennis Camps

(800) NIKE-CAMP (645-3226)

USSportsCamps.com/Tennis

Come join the fun and get better this summer at a Nike Tennis Camp! With more than 80 locations nationwide, both overnight and day options, there is a camp for everyone.

Nike Tennis Camps provide young players the opportunity to improve their tennis skills, work hard, make new friends and have a lot of fun. Dedicated camp directors have a passion for teaching and a gift for helping you take your game to the next level.

Locations include: Lawrenceville School (Lawrenceville, N.J.); Randy Mani Tennis Academy at Hardscrabble Club (Brewster, NY); Colgate University (Hamilton, NY); Amherst College (Amherst, MA.); Buckley Country Day School (Roslyn, NY); and Curry College (Milton, MA).  Please visit our website for more information as camp details and programs being offered will vary according to local regulations.

 

 


Park Avenue Tennis

100 Partridge Lane

Huntington, NY 

631-271-1810

Kids Summer Camp – “Good Vibes Only”

Park Avenue Tennis offers the perfect balance of fun and top quality tennis instruction in the nicest indoor tennis facility on Long Island.  During our ½ Day Tennis Camp your child is guaranteed to have fun, improve their game and make new friends, in our air-conditioned facility. Park Avenue Tennis is family owned with on site owners (Karen & Phil Cadorette) that strive to offer a safe Country Club tennis camp experience like no other club on Long Island. 

We offer four, US Open style deco turf hard courts built over a rubber base, which provides comfortable play for all levels. Seasoned club players in the area have rated our LED Direct Lighting among the best in the Tristate area. 

Once you come to Park Avenue you know your children will be treated to a safe Country Club atmosphere with a luxurious professionally decorated lobby, brand new locker rooms, a second floor lounge, which includes Air Hockey, Cornhole and Foosball as campers wind down their day. 

Our glass showcase “Fed Court” includes a 2.5 story pop art mural by Andaluz, a famous Long Island street artist – who also did a Kobe tribute opposite Barclays Center.  Our professional instructors incorporate the (ROGY) red-orange-green-yellow ball, teaching system as outlined by the USTA for the maximum benefit of our campers.  Our diverse teaching staff has included former tour players, college coaches, and former and current college players. 

At Park Avenue Tennis, our motto is “Good Vibes Only” and we offer a positive tennis experience for players and campers of all levels.  Our half-day camp focuses on tennis technique, strategy, match play and teamwork. While “You Can’t Be Serious” intimidation techniques might be entertaining on TV, we teach our campers about on court etiquette, sportsmanship, setting goals and competing with integrity. 

The Secret of Park Avenue Tennis is out and our members are not too happy.  With a small boutique club, our programs fill up fast and space is extremely limited. We “Sold Out” almost every session last summer and 85 percent of our campers attended more than one session and some as many as 6-7 sessions.  We welcome you to stop by, Call 631-271-1810 or visit www.parkavetennis.com to reserve your spot and see what customers have to say about our facility.  “Good Vibes Only!

 


Ross School Tennis Academy

18 Goodfriend Drive

East Hampton, NY 11937

631-907-5376

Ross Summer, built on the innovative, educational foundation of Ross School, is an exciting and enriching experience for kids and teens! Ross Summer offers fun programs in the arts, media, and sciences, for-credit academic courses with top faculty, and high-level athletic training. Ross is a leader in COVID preparedness with extensive facilities and a COVID Response Team that maintains the highest safety standards. Premium services enhance the Ross Summer experience and provide an opportunity for families to create their ideal summer.

Ross Summer Camp, which is celebrating its fourteenth year, is a place where children can learn and grow in a supportive environment under the tutelage of professional instructors. Along with all the fun of a traditional summer camp, campers can participate in a wide range of immersive and exciting week-long programs!

Ross Sports Camp provides young athletes with an opportunity to spend their summer training under expert coaches and sports professionals. From specialized U10 programs to our high-performance training with live ball drills and match play series, our all-encompassing summer program is our most intense and complete junior tennis education offered. Ross also brings the same dedication and experience of the Ross School Tennis Academy to the soccer field and basketball court, with programs designed to help young athletes of all levels build their skills.

Programs include:

►High-performance tennis training for players 7–16

►Strengthen individual and team basketball skills

►Individualized soccer instruction for all levels

►Multisport program for ages 4+

►Limited capacity, enrolling now

Ross Stay Sharp allows students to earn high school credits and participate in enrichment programs by working with Ross School’s world-class faculty. Rigorous academic courses are balanced with relaxation and time at the beach in idyllic East Hampton.

Ross also offers a Summer Concierge Service, allowing families to create their ideal summer with custom-designed programs. Contact us to learn more. ross.org/summer

 


SPORTIME Summer Tennis & Sports Camps

Locations across Long Island, in Manhattan and Westchester and in Schenectady:

SPORTIME Bethpage – (516) 933-8500

SPORTIME Kings Park – (631) 269-6300

SPORTIME Lynbrook – (516) 887-1330 

SPORTIME Quogue – (631) 653-6767

SPORTIME Roslyn – (516) 484-9222

SPORTIME Schenectady – (518) 356-0100

SPORTIME Syosset – (516) 364-27274

SPORTIME Westchester – (914) 777-5050

EHSC@SPORTIME Amagansett – (631) 267-2267

SPORTIME Volleyball Camps – (515) 731-4432

Email:  Camps@SportimeNY.com

Website:  SportimeCamps.com

“Last year, I had the best summer ever!” Who said that? Every kid who attended a SPORTIME Summer Camp last summer! That’s because at SPORTIME summer camps, our staff of teachers, coaches and counselors makes sure that every camper has a positive and memorable experience. SPORTIME knows how to make camp fun and safe! 

How does SPORTIME do it? Our experienced, certified, international staff are skilled at providing camp programming that is challenging, innovative and educational, all at facilities that are state-of-the-art, safe, and easily accessible.Faced with the challenges of COVID-19, we responded immediately with new guidelines and protocols designed to keep our players, campers, members, guests and staff safe and healthy. To find out more, go to SportimeNY.com/Covid19_Guidelines.

From preschoolers to pre-teens, kids who enjoy tennis, sports, friendship and fun love coming to SPORTIME summer camps, which offer programs and events tailored to every age group and interest. With camp locations across Long Island, including the Hamptons, and in New York City and Westchester, we’ve got your summer covered! Go to SportimeCamps.com to find the perfect camp for your child or e-mail us at Camps@SportimeNY.com.

Programs and facilities vary by location.

 


USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Flushing Meadow-Corona Park

Flushing, N.Y. 

(718) 760-6200

NTC.USTA.com

The USTA Billie Jean National Tennis Center will once again offer fun in the sun tennis day camps starting in June. Enrollment will soon be available online for the weekly programs:

Please note that the camp will be held both indoor and outdoor this summer.

►Week 1: June 21 – June 25 (Mini-Session) – Only offered Week 1, you can sample our camps daily or choose the whole week. More information coming soon.
►Week 2: June 28 – July 2
►Week 3: July 5 – 9
►Week 4: July 12 – 16
►Week 5: July 19 – 23
►Week 6: July 26 – 30
►Week 7: TBD

We offer summer camps for all ages and levels from 10 and under tennis to recreational juniors to high performance players. Space may be limited so register early and get the best pricing.

The weekly program runs Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break or a twilight session from 4:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Campers work on the development of tennis techniques, tactics, sports conditioning, multi-sports and strategy geared toward maximizing the learning experience in a fun presentation. As the juniors develop, they are advanced to more challenging groups. Tennis activities include Stroke of the Day, team games and competitive match play.

The camp also offers cross-training activities, such as soccer, softball and basketball in the park or at the Corona Park multi-purpose recreational facility, off-site field trips include ice skating, Mets games, and more, and full access to the many fun activities on the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

The program accepts junior players, ages four- through 10-years-old for the 10 & Under programs. Recreational players 11-years-old and up are enrolled in the Junior Camps (8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.). Advanced High Performance Tournament training campers will also be invited to participate in an intensive Tennis Academy training program.

The National Tennis Center has 22 outdoor courts, 12 indoor courts, and four stadium courts. Also on-site are ping-pong tables, ball machines, a fitness center, and other age-appropriate fun activities like arts, multi-sports, arts and crafts, and other engaging sporting events. The primary focus will be on developing tennis skills, while offering other activities to enhance the learning and summer camp experience.

Also offered are junior evening and weekend programs, as well as adult daytime, weekday evening and weekend camps.

 


Windridge Tennis and Sports Camps

1215 Roxbury Road

Roxbury, Vt.

(802) 860-2005 

WindridgeCamps.com

ramsey@windridgecamps.com

Windridge … a tradition of tennis, soccer, horseback riding and golf for over 50 years. Located in the Green Mountains of Vermont, the Windridge Tennis and Sports Camp stands unique in that they feature specialized sports programs within the framework of a traditional New England camp setting.

Since 1968, children have come to Windridge from most of the 50 states and more than 30 countries to share in the Windridge experience. Campers make a commitment to hard work, good sportsmanship, and wholesome fun and laughter, within a warm and friendly environment.

Windridge offers two-week and three-week coed sessions from June through August, serving ages seven through 15. Windridge’s 4:1 camper-to-counselor ratio is an important factor in its warm and nurturing environment. In addition, we offer 10-day Rookie Camps for 7-10-year-old first-time campers.

Windridge offers “majors” in tennis, soccer, riding and golf. Campers will develop skills in their chosen major each day while rounding out their schedule with electives like mountain biking, archery, basketball, volleyball, arts and crafts, and more. Windridge adds to this a wide variety of exceptional evening activities and special events, such as Carnival Day and Teela-Games to create a well-rounded experience for each camper.

 

 


Long Island Tennis Magazine Staff
USTA NTC
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March/April 2024 Digital Edition