Kids Programs: Racquet Sports |
Instructional Classes | STARS Tennis
Instructional Classes |
| Winter/Spring Sessions |
| Session 1: January 5-January 31 |
| Session 2: February 2-February 28 |
| Session 3: March 2-March 28 |
| Session 4: March 30-April 25 |
| Session 5: April 27-May 23 |
| Session 6: May 25-June 19 |
RDV Sportsplex introduces USTA QuickStart Tennis! QuickStart Tennis is an exciting new training format for learning tennis, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. PLUS-participants in Big Shots-QuickStart 3 receive a FREE racquet!
Big Shots - Ages 4-5
Fun is a priority and skills will be achieved through positive reinforcement during games, discovery and instructional drills. This is the first level of our program, designed for very young children who are new to the game.
Size of court: Micro court (service square)
Type of ball: Foam ball
Children will develop:
• moving and balancing in a variety of different ways
• throwing and catching a ball and handling a racquet
• learning basic stroke shapes and making contact with the ball
• building a rally through throwing, catching and hitting
• learning to listen, imitate and work with a partner
• counting tasks and improving their score
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 3:15-4:00pm | 2 days/wk | $88 | $110 |
| Sa | 9:15-10:00am | 1 day/wk | $50 | $65 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $114 | $148 |
QuickStart 1 - Ages 5-6
The second level is designed to introduce the game of tennis and skills needed to play. Working on skills with a partner and competing through skill based tasks.
Size of the court: 36’ Mini court
Type of Ball: Foam balls
Children will develop:
• controlled movement movements including running, jumping and hopping
• different throwing and catching patterns with various balls
• using basic strokes with simple grips and swing shapes
• building a rally over a short distance with a partner
• starting a point using a simple underarm or overhead serve
• understanding game concepts like in and out and how to score
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 3:15-4:00pm | 2 days/wk | $88 | $110 |
| Sa | 9:15-10:00am | 1 day/wk | $50 | $65 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $114 | $148 |
QuickStart 2 - Ages 7-8
Children at this level will have an understanding of the game and will start to compete, both on a team and in some simple individual events.
Size of the court: 36’ Mini court
Type of Ball: Foam balls
Children will develop:
• coordinated movements in different directions
• better body control, posture and balance
• longer stroke shapes including consistent contact point
• rallying from the baseline of the 36’ court and directing the ball
• coordinated use of the arms on serve using small action
• keeping score and understanding the rules of the game
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 4:00-5:00pm | 2 days/wk | $118 | $151 |
| Sa | 10:00-11:00am | 1 day/wk | $67 | $85 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $159 | $207 |
QuickStart 3 - Ages 9-10
Players will be making the transition from the 36’ court to the 60’ court. Some skills will be repeated from the previous levels and players will compete in team events and individual challenges.
Size of the court: 60’ mid court
Type of Ball: Foam balls and transition balls
Children will develop:
• moving quickly and efficiently with good balance
• coordinated rotations and use of both arms together
• developing effective swing shapes including the use of spin
• staring to rally from 60’ baseline including cross court
• serving in balance with a consistent action and higher contact point
• keeping in short singles matches and team events
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 4:00-5:00pm | 2 days/wk | $118 | $151 |
| Sa | 10:00-11:00am | 1 day/wk | $67 | $85 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $159 | $207 |
Junior Development 1 - Ages 11-12
At this level, players will be confident and comfortable competing on the 60’ court, both in team and individual events.
Size of the court: 60’ mid court
Type of Ball: Transition balls
Children will develop:
• using specific footwork patterns and adapting movement
• reacting quickly and effectively and moving at different speeds
• continuing to refine stroke shapes including the use of spin
• changing the stroke to direct the ball and to hit different depths
• starting to use an effective throwing action and grip on the serve
• becoming more tactically aware of the opponent
Day |
Time |
Frequency |
M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 4:00-5:00pm | 2 days/wk | $118 | $151 |
| Sa | 10:00-11:00am | 1 day/wk | $67 | $85 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $159 | $207 |
Junior Development 2 - Ages 11-12
Now players will be making the transition to the full size court. A mixture of balls will be used to help this process.
Size of the court: Full court
Type of Ball: Transition balls & regular balls
Children will develop:
• coordinated movement to, from and around the ball
• smooth, coordinated use of parts of the body
• adapting stances and techniques based upon the intended shot
• varying and changing the flight, spin and speed of the ball
• refining serve techniques including use of spin on the second serve
• Developing a tactical game plan around attacking and defending
Day |
Time |
Frequency |
M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 5:00-6:00pm | 2 days/wk | $118 | $151 |
| Sa | 11:00am-12:00pm | 1 day/wk | $67 | $85 |
| Tu, Th, Sa | 3 days/wk | $159 | $207 |
High School Tennis Team Prep
Any high school athlete wanting to make their school team should come and train with us. This training program is designed along the same rules and regulation match play you will be exposed to during high school matches.
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| Tu, Th | 5:00-6:30pm | 2 days/wk | $118 | $151 |
Youth Private Lessons - Ages 3+
Want to improve your game? The Tennis Department offers private lessons with all of our qualified coaches. Certifications among our professional tennis team include USA Tennis High Performance Coach, USPTA and USPTR. Private lessons may be purchased at the Athletic Club service desk. For information on private lesson rates and coach availability, please call Ripley Amell (Tennis Team Leader) at 407-916-2533
STARS TENNIS |
| Winter/Spring Sessions |
| Session 1: January 5-January 31 |
| Session 2: February 2-February 28 |
| Session 3: March 2-March 28 |
| Session 4: March 30-April 25 |
| Session 5: April 27-May 23 |
| Session 6: May 25-June 19 |
The STARS Tennis Program is the pathway for tournament player excellence. The training program is focused on developing the person behind the tournament player with an ALL court gamestyle. All programs concentrate on training the four components of a tennis player (technical - tactical - physical - psychological).
Periodization- the RDV Tennis Team was one of the first programs to implement a periodization plan in training. Periodization is the means of planning short and long term training. Competition plans emphasize the content, volume, intensity, and frequency of preparation to enhance maximum performance. Periodization works in Micro and Macro cycles or time intervals.
The advantages your child will receive with RDV:
• athlete reaches peak performance at pre determined times during the calendar year
• training is more efficient (quality vs quantity)
• performance goals are clear and attainable
• work vs rest ratios are established
• over-training, injuries and burnout are prevented
• court scenarios are covered and counteraction is taught
All interested players must be evaluated by the Tennis Team Leader or Head Tennis Professional prior to registration. Please call 407-916-2533 to schedule an on court evaluation.
RDV STARS
Participation based on ability and experience and subject to Pro’s approval
This program is designed for young players beginning to play in USTA junior tournaments. The introduction of proper “tennis effort” will be established with emphasis on a solid foundation of rallying skills resulting in no weaknesses on either side. The introduction of the flat and slice service motion will be emphasized.
| Day | Time | Frequency | M | NM |
| MWF | 4:30-6:30pm | 3 days/wk | $342 | $444 |
RDV Tour STARS
Participation based on ability and experience and subject to Pro’s approval
The Tour STARS Program is designed for players with solid rallying skills so that a foundation of adaptation may be introduced. The introduction of the kick, slice and power serve will be emphasized. Athletes will be asked to develop one or two skills at an exceptional level to set the stage for Elite training.
Day |
Time |
Frequency |
M | NM |
| MWF | 4:30-6:30pm | 3 days/wk | $342 | $444 |
RDV Elite STARS
Participation based on ability and experience and subject to Pro’s approval
The Elite STARS Program is designed for highly ranked state, national or international players. Athletes will be trained on three phases of rallying (high tempo), adaptation and attacking. Emphasis on developing a weapon will be stressed along with solid counter attacking skills. Our team of USA Tennis High Performance Coaches, and USPTA and USPTR certified professionals will improve your athletes game style to better enhance their natural ability.
Day |
Time |
Frequency |
M | NM |
| MWF | 4:30-6:30pm | 3 days/wk | $342 | $444 |
| M-F | 4:30-6:30pm | 5 days/wk | $450 | $585 |
RDV Elite STARS - (Full-Time Training Program)
Participation based on ability and experience and subject to Pro’s approval
The Elite STARS Program is designed for highly ranked state, national or international players. Our staff of USA Tennis High Performance Coaches, and USPTA and USPTR certified professionals will tailor the program for each player’s individual and/or game style needs. If your child is ready for the challenge of their lifetime training 6 hours a day-30 hours a week, we have the lifestyle for them. Our system combined with a personalized periodization plan will provide your child with the tools for success.
Day |
Frequency |
M |
| M-F | 5 days/wk | $1200/mo |
Schedule
9:00-11:00am: Technical/Tactical Development with highly experienced internationally certified coaches
1:00-2:00pm: Tennis Specific Fitness training with nationally certified strength and conditioning coaches (*$200 additional fee)
3:30-4:30pm: Serve and Return situations and how to counter different styles of serving and returning
4:30-6:30pm: Point Development/Match play
