Tiny Tots Tennis Lessons

Youngsters enrolled in this class will learn the basic strokes, serve, volleys, and rules of the game. Racket face control, ball bounce judgment, receiving skills, space management, rallying skills, and court movement will be emphasized. Girls and boys will develop the agility and coordination needed for effective tennis play. Situational drills and games will help them to establish a solid foundation for future development in the sport and build a lifelong love of tennis. Players will be divided into groups based on ability level. Participants must bring a water bottle, tennis shoes and their own racket.

Age:................. 6-7 years Instructor:....... Sports Kids Location:........ Brook Park

Beginner / Advanced Beginner Tennis Lessons

Young players concentrate on stroke development, rallying skills, and learning to play matches at a faster pace. Ball receiving and placement, court movement, and overall tennis strategy will be emphasized. Players will focus on their power and accuracy to improve their performance. Through challenging and exciting drills and matches, youngsters will develop the racket skills, coordination, agility, and stamina needed for recreational and competitive tennis play. Players will be divided into groups based on ability level. Participants must bring a water bottle, tennis shoes and their own racket.

Age:................. 8-12 years Instructor:....... Sports Kids Location:........ Brook Park

Youth Pickleball

Ready to try the fastest growing sport in America? Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. Pickleball can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels and is a fantastic hobby for young players for the same reason it is great for adults. The nature of the game is a strong equalizer from a skill-based perspective. We will cover pickleball basics such as grip, forehand, backhand and dink shots, serving, and court positioning. Players will also learn scoring and pickleball rules as well as have plenty of time for game play. Equipment will be provided. Please bring a labeled water bottle.

Age:................. 7-12 years Instructor:....... Sports Kids Location:........ Brook Park

Basketball Skills & Games

Break a sweat and sharpen your skills each week on the outdoor basketball court! Boys and girls get basic skill instruction in the offensive points of the game of basketball such as ball handling, shooting and passing. They are also introduced to defensive aspects including proper defensive stance and concepts such as zone and man-to-man defense. Players develop their shot using proper form and mechanics to be effective from various distances from the basket. Games will be played in a respectful, positive and safe environment with an emphasis on equal participation, teamwork and sportsmanship. Whether your child is new to the game or looking to improve basketball skills, this program is the perfect way to have FUN playing hoops! Please bring a labeled water bottle.

Age:................. 7-12 years Instructor:....... Sports Kids Location:........ Robbins Park

Tot Hoopsters

In this class, young hoopsters learn the fundamentals of bouncing, catching and shooting. This class is designed to introduce the sport of basketball and develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination through fun skills and games. Equipment is tailor made to ensure success. Please bring a labeled water bottle.

Instructor: Sports Kids

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