TENNIS: Beginner and Social
Why Join VAVi's Coed Tennis League or Beginner Tennis Class?
VAVi’s tennis league has multiple levels and takes place at Barnes Tennis Center which is a great facility with plenty of courts to polish up your skills. The instructors make sure that whether you are looking to pick up the basics of tennis or you are looking to become a better competitor you get the instruction you are looking for while have a great time and meeting other fun people! See levels below:
Beginner Tennis Class
Consists of four different two hour lessons with a professional tennis instructor with matches to be played on the fifth class. Lessons will cover the basics of tennis including, but not limited to: Ground Strokes - Forehand/Backhand, Volleys at the net, overhead shots, and Serves and Returns.
Social Coed Mixed Doubles Tennis League
8 weeks of coed mixed doubles tennis. Each night there will be a group drilling session from pro, new balls & 5 matches with 5 different partners. This level is for beginner to intermediate players looking to have a good time. 5 rounds with 5 games (25 games per night) with 5 different partners. Change partners every 5 games. 7 weeks of regular season, 8th week is a tournament for all players. No advantage score Tournament ranking based on nightly scores over regular season. There is a 20-30 minute warm up routine with strategy.
USTA Rating System 2.0 - 3.0
2.0: This player needs on-court experience. Player has obvious stroke weaknesses, but is familiar with basic positions for singles and doubles play.
2.5: This player is learning to judge where the ball is going although court coverage is weak. Player can sustain a short rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability.
3.0: This player is fairly consistent when hitting medium paced shots, but is not comfortable with all strokes and lacks execution when trying for directional control, depth, or power.
Attire
- Tennis shoes must be worn; you are required to bring your own tennis racket
What’s Also Included in the Fee
- New tennis balls are provided each week
- Live matches per night for 7 weeks
- Tournament during the 8th week for all players
- Winner of the tournament receives a VAVi discount towards their next league
Instructor Bio: Eric Mann at Barnes Tennis Center
Eric Mann played on the men’s pro tour from 1969-1973 and coached United States Junior Davis Cup teams from 1968-1970. Eric is certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association with the highest P1 rating, and is a certification tester for the USPTA. Eric serves as a High Performance Pro for the United States Tennis Association and was selected to serve on the USTA Coaches Commission and the Junior Council (the governing body for junior tennis) for Southern California. Eric has been teaching and coaching players of all levels for 47 years.
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