Junior Lessons.

*Registration for Spring Programs opens March 1st, 2023 @ 8:00am. 

ATTENTION NON-MEMBERS: we are currently experiencing a technical issue. If you are not able to access the account home page to register for programs, please email programs@howardparktennis.com for assistance. 


*Registration for Fall Programs opens August 1st, 2023 @ 8:00am. 


*For refund inquiries please contact info@howardparktennis.com.   

How to Register:

For parents who are already a member this year:
- Simply login and select a category from the "Register for Programs, Lessons, Camps & Events" tab.
- From there, if you don't see the program that you are looking for, make sure to select the appropriate category button at the top of the page. (e.g. "RED (MINIS) 4 - 8 YRS").

If you're not a member:
 - create a free non-member account for yourself here.
- You will then add your child(ren)'s profile within the account.
- Once logged in, select a category from the "Register for Programs, Camps & Events" tab.
- From there, if you don't see the program that you are looking for, make sure to select the appropriate category button at the top of the page. (e.g. "RED (MINIS) 4 - 8 YRS").


*Juniors who only wish to participate in Camps and/or Clinics are not required to purchase a membership. 
If they wish to be able to book courts for regular play, then a junior membership is required.


Junior Lessons

Active, fun and geared towards getting juniors playing the game like the Pro’s more quickly, our lessons are led by certified coaches utilizing the “progressive tennis” strategy endorsed by Tennis Canada and the ITF; this method uses modified court sizes, tennis balls and racquets to allow players to succeed early and develop a lifelong love of the game, whether recreational or competitive.

Please follow these links to learn more about progressive tennis and how you can play between lessons:

Learn to Play (TPA)

Play and Stay (ITF)



Important Notes: 


Spring and Fall Programs

Red (Minis) (4-8 yrs)

An introduction to the game and development of fundamental skills, level 1 of progressive tennis uses larger reduced compression “Red” balls to allow for easier rallies, 19″ to 21″ racquets for better control, mini sized nets and a smaller 12-meter mini-tennis court.


Participants: 

Min 3 / Max 18 (24 if coaches available)


Day & Time: 

Mon / Wed (5-6 p.m.) – Courts 1 & 2



Sessions:


Spring M1 (3 weeks)


Spring M2 (4 weeks)


Spring M3 (4 weeks)


Spring M4 (4 weeks)


Fall M5 (4 weeks)


Fall M6 (6 weeks)


Orange (8-10 yrs)

The 2nd level of progressive tennis uses a 50% compression “Orange” tennis ball to help reinforce the FUNdamentals; 23” to 25” racquets are typically used and the court is reduced to 18m in size (3/4 Court).


Participants: 

Min 3 / Max 18 


Day & Time:

Mon / Wed (4-5 p.m.) – Courts 1 - 3


Sessions:


Spring O1 (3 weeks)


Spring O2 (4 weeks)


Spring O3 (4 weeks)


Spring O4 (4 weeks)


Fall O5 (4 weeks)


Fall O6 (6 weeks)


Green (10-12 yrs)

Designed for players who are developing full court rally skills, a 75% compression “Green” ball is generally used with 25′ to 27′ racquets on a full-sized tennis court; Players will be assessed and divided by age and skill level.


Participants: 

Min 3 / Max 18 


Day & Time:

Tues / Thurs  (4-5 p.m.) – Courts 1 - 3



Sessions:


Spring G1 (4 weeks)


Spring G2 (4 weeks)


Spring G3 (4 weeks) 


Spring G4 (4 weeks)


Fall G5 (6 weeks)


Fall G6 (6 weeks)



Regular Ball / High School (13-17 yrs)

This program is for teen players looking to learn on a full-sized court with regular tennis balls and full-sized (27”) racquets; From starting a point to developing the tactics to win, this class aims to get participants to stay in the game for life; players will be divided based on age and experience, beginner to advanced intermediate.


Participants: 

Min 3 / Max 8 


Day & Time:

Tues / Thurs  (5-6 p.m.) – Courts 1 & 2


Sessions:


Spring R1 (4 weeks)


Spring R2 (4 weeks)


Spring R3 (4 weeks)


Spring R4 (4 weeks)


Fall R5 (6 weeks)


Fall R6 (6 weeks)


Junior House League

Juniors can come out Fridays and play what they practice during brief matches within a Fun, Encouraging, and Team-oriented environment; Coaches will be present to assist in applying technique and tactics learned, scoring, etiquette, rules, and of course to encourage and foster team spirit!

*Eligibility*: Participants must have the ability to rally consistently and start the point with a Serve or Forehand in the appropriate court size they are enrolled in:


Day & Time:

Friday



[Min 4 / Max 12 – combined total]




Sessions:


Spring (4 weeks)


Spring (4 weeks)


Fall (4 weeks)