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Level Descriptions

Ability Levels

Beginner - (1.0-1.5 NTRP)
This is for a player new to tennis who has limited playing experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball over the net within the court boundaries, and has very limited knowledge of stroke mechanics and procedures for singles and doubles play.

Advanced Beginner - (2.0-2.5 NTRP)
This is for a player who may have had lessons but needs experience particularly with backhand and serve. This class is for the individual who can keep play moving and is beginning to understand the procedures for singles and doubles play.

Intermediate - (2.5-3.5 NTRP)
This player has more dependable strokes, is learning to judge where the ball is going, and can direct shots with moderate success. He/she can sustain a slow pace rally, but is not comfortable with all strokes. He/she has weak court coverage and lacks control when trying to use more power. This level of player is developing a net game, and is starting to serve with some power and control. He/she also may be trying some spin serves.

Advanced - (4.0 and up NTRP)
This is for a player who has dependable strokes on both forehand and backhand, has begun to master the use of power and spins, can place first and second serves, and is able to use a variety of shots including lobs, overheads, approach shots, and volleys. Frequently, this player has an outstanding shot or consistency around which game may be structured.


Private Tennis Lessons

(Available to Adult Members Only)

Fee: $28/60 minutes -- Code: T/C 190
Personalized tennis lessons are available for individuals desiring private instruction.

Multiple-Private Lessons

Fee: $112
/5 hours -- Code: T/C 191
Basically, "buy four sessions and get a fifth session "free".

 

Register at the rec center cashier and then stop by the Instruction Program Office (Monday - Thursday, 7:00am-7:00pm; and Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm) to make an appointment with one of our instructors.  Please allow 48 hours advance notice in scheduling of appointments.

All private lessons are valid for 180 days from date of purchase.  Unused sessions are non-transferable and non-refundable

August 11, 2008

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