TENNIS
Tennis
SUMMER TENNIS OPEN HOUSE FREE!
At Glenbard West Tennis Courts
Age: All. Learn how to become involved in the park district summer tennis program offered to
people of all ages throughout the summer. Meet the Park District Tennis Professional, Mark
Cunnington, who will be demonstrating the new racquets and giving a free clinic on developing your
tennis skills. This event is free, but registration is required. (ke)
DATE/TIME: Tuesday, June 2, 6pm-7:30pm
HOW TO REGISTER: Sign up at gepark.org/register using code 116910
YOUTH TENNIS OVERVIEW & LEVELS
Our Youth Tennis lessons and classes encourage young players to pick up the game of tennis and helps
to develop their skills and love of the game! Lessons will focus on racquet skills, athletic development
and an understanding of the game while having FUN! All ability levels are welcome, and staff will ensure
your child is placed in the appropriate group based on their skills. (ke)
Red Blast
Ages: 4-6
Stroke development and tennis movement is taught in a fun, friendly environment. This class is
recommended for players who have the skills introduced in the Red Launch and will be introduced to
competition through a match play environment.
Orange Launch
Ages: 7-8
This class is for both the age-appropriate beginner and for players who have had multiple weeks of Red
Blast instruction. Participants will develop tennis skills and proper technique. Movement is stressed to
further develop coordination and balance. Game style teaching is used to build confidence and a love of
the game.
Green Launch
Ages: 9-10
This class is for the age-appropriate beginner and players who have successfully passed the skills in
the Orange Launch program. Stroke development, teamwork, and sportsmanship are taught in an
entertaining format. Players advance through a set of skill progressions and challenges to build playing
skills. Footwork is again stressed in a fun and friendly environment.
MEET OUR TENNIS PRO TEAM
24
The tennis staff is very excited to be back for another summer. Director
Mark Cunnington has put together another experienced team with many
returning coaches. Mark is a USPTA certified tennis teaching professional.
He is excited to develop any level of tennis player in a fun and friendly
environment. The classes are fast paced and all about moving and hitting a
ton of balls.