2015-2016 Junior-Tennis-Booklet

JUNIOR TENNIS
& ACADEMY
2015-2016
28 and 14-Week Sessions
303 Boston Post Road • Port Chester, NY 10573
2015-2016 Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC
Dale
Chris M.
Lloyd
Meet Our Tennis Professionals
OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF is comprised of successful, caring, USPTA/USPTR
Certified Pros, many with collegiate and international playing experience. Their
expertise as players, teachers and coaches offer each student an opportunity to
reach his/her full potential through positive reinforcement and goal setting. Parents
are encouraged to contact their tennis professional if there are any questions
regarding their child’s progress. To learn more about our pros’ credentials, visit our
website: wwwsoundshoreindoortennis.com and click “Our Pros”.
Director of Tennis: Dale M. Balun
High Performance Training Academy (HPTA)
The vast experience of our staff and depth of our players makes Sound Shore Indoor Tennis
the place to train. Our juniors win state and sectional championships and attain high national
rankings. Our graduates have gone on to play at: USC, Wake Forest, Columbia, Penn, Elon and
many other D1 schools.
Tennis Professionals:
Alex
Chris G.
Larss
Richard
Roman
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David Kaufman
– Director, High Performance Training Academy (HPTA);
Director, Brae Burn CC
Chris Mueller
– Director, Fenway CC
Lloyd Emanuel
– Director, Fairview CC
Alex Dias
– Director, Men’s League;
Director, Larchmont Shore Club
Chris Gilroy
– Director, Pelham CC
Larss Freimanis
– Head Pro, Bonnie Briar CC
DJ Geatz
– Director, Elite Training;
Director of Tennis, Westchester CC
Johnny Gularte
– Head Coach, HPTA;
USTA High Performance Coach
Richard Henry
– USTA High Performance Coach;
Co- Director, Metropolis CC
Brad Sherwood
– Director, USTA Junior Tournaments;
Brae Burn CC
Patrick Karoro
– Brae Burn CC
Roman Stoisavljevic– USPTR High Performance Coach;
Apawamis Club
Cathy Moore
– Director, Purchase Community
Mark Gitelson
– Hampshire CC
Pete Torgrimson
– Brae Burn CC
Gregory Shannon
– USPTA, Pelham CC
303 Boston Post Road • Port Chester, NY 10573
www.soundshoreindoortennis.com
Brad
Dave Kaufman
HPTA Director
Patrick
Cathy
Mark
Pete
DJ Geatz
Elite T Director
Johnny Gularte
Head Coach
• Dynamic Stretching/Warm-up • Situational Drilling • Up & Down Court Play
• Strategy & Tactics including offensive and defensive shot selection
• Pros often play in • Tournament Advising & Coaching • Goal Setting
• Individualized Game Plan • Agility & Footwork
JUNIOR ELITE TRAINING
ELITE TRAINING
By invitation only. Training for younger
players who are playing USTA tournaments.
Tryout required. Space is limited.
Intense training for elite players who
have high level 1 ranking and compete in
sectional closed and national tournaments.
Tue., Wed., Thu. 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu. 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Sat. 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00-3:00 p.m.
HPTA Match Play
Great time to warm-up for tournaments or
play practice sets. Free for all HPTA students
enrolled for two or more days. Tennis
Professional arranges matches.
Greg
Friday 5:30 p.m. - 7:00/7:30 p.m.
Practice time available every day.
For Academy information only, contact: [email protected]
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2015-2016 Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC
JUNIOR TENNIS (28-week or 14-week sessions)
Tennis is a sport for a lifetime. Our goal is to provide a solid technical foundation in a fun and
healthy environment. Sound Shore can meet your needs whether you are a recreational or
competitive player.
Maximize your learning experience with a combination of clinics,
private lessons, practice time and match play.
JUNIOR VARSITY TENNIS
2 Hours (Grades 7-9)
Designed for Junior Varsity and
Varsity high school player.
GROUP INSTRUCTION is an affordable, enjoyable way for your child to learn to play tennis. Our
Junior Tennis program is one of the largest in the tri-state area. Classes are offered seven days
a week for ages 4 through 18. Our 12 indoor courts enable us to schedule classes for most
levels each day, an advantage for families with busy schedules and limited availability.
• Refine technique • Footwork & agility drills
• Advanced strategy and tactics
• Singles/Doubles point play
• We teach proper stroke production and footwork using positive reinforcement
• Technical corrections are made during line drills and fun, game-based point play
• Classes generally arranged by age, ability and physical size
• Groups of similar ability are placed on adjacent courts for inter-court drills and matches
• Players may be moved to ensure proper placement • Written Progress Reports
• Alternative times available • New students must schedule an evaluation for placement
Mon. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Tue., Wed., Thu. 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Sat. 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Sun. 1:00-3:00 p.m.
4:1 ratio of Student to Pro (no junior as instructor)
10&UNDER Tennis uses specially sized racquets, shorter courts, nets
and lower bouncing balls, enabling younger players to learn to rally quickly and develop
faster. Progression, from 36 Red to 60 Orange to 78 Green, reinforces the correct technique
and footwork and creates an environment for more success. Use of specific ball will be
determined by Tennis Professional.
TYKES 1/2 Hour
TOTS 3/4 Hour
• Introduction of basic strokes
• Fun hand/eye coordination games
• Develop Basic Strokes
• Fun hand/eye coordination games
Mon.-Sun. TBD
Mon.-Fri. 3:30-4:15 or 4:15-5:00 p.m.
Sat.-Sun. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT 1
(Beginner-Intermediate)
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT 1.5
(Low Intermediate-Advanced)
• Stroke production
• Scoring and etiquette
• Competitive drill games
• Refine technique and footwork
• Basic strategy & tactics
• Inter-court match play
Mon.-Fri. 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Thu. 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Sat.10:00a.m.-6:00p.m.
Sun. 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Mon.-Fri. 3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thu. 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Sat.-Sun. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
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JUNIOR TENNIS (28-week or 14-week sessions)
VARSITY TENNIS
2 Hours (Grades 9-12)
Designed for high school players,
including those aspiring to play
college tennis.
• Advanced strategy and tactics
• Transition game
• Up & Down match play
• Singles/Doubles drills
Mon. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Tue., Wed., Thu. 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Sat. 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Sun. 1:00-3:00 p.m.
FREE! “Walk on” PRACTICE TIME is available for students enrolled in the session
when courts are lit and unreserved. You may call ahead to check for court availability.
Guest fee: $5.00.
JUNIOR TENNIS MATCH PLAY
Singles and Doubles matches
For the players who can serve, rally, and
keep score.
Sun. 4:00-6:00 p.m.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private or Semi-private (2 person) lessons enable the tennis professional to tailor
instruction to your specific needs and goals. Many players focus better and progress
faster in a one-on-one situation. Available seven days a week.
• Reserve your best Day/ Time/ Pro
• Purchase 1 lesson, 13-Pak or 25-Pak (3% discount on 25-Pak)
• Full payment due with reservation
• Lessons can be rescheduled with at least 24-hour notice; otherwise you will be
charged for the entire lesson
• Lesson Pak follows the Junior Calendar (Fall/Winter sessions)
For Junior Tennis information, contact the Front Desk 914.939.1300
www.soundshoreindoortennis.com
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Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC
2015-2016 Fees
Fee is All Inclusive • No Membership Fee • No Monthly Charges
Minimum deposit equal to 14-week fee is payable with all applications. Any outstanding balance
(of 28-week fee) is due no later than November 1st. Late fees will accrue as of November 1, 2015.
JUNIOR TENNIS & HPTA
TOTAL FEES: Tykes
½ Hr.
Tots
¾ Hr.
Junior Development
1 Hr.
1.5 Hr.
14-weeks $405. $630. $835.$1250.
28-weeks* $801. $1247. $1653.$2475.
JV&Varsity
2 Hr.
HPTA
2 Hr. & 2.5 Hr.
$1650.
$3267.
$1650.
$3267.
*includes 2%discount
4% discount when paid in full by July 1, 2015.
14-weeks
28-weeks
$388.
$768.
$604.
$1197.
$801. $1200.
$1586. $2376.
$1584. $3136. $1584.
$3136.
MATCH PLAY
FEES: Fall or Winter: $180.00
Sep-Apr: $320.00
Guest per diem (as available): $20.00
PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
FEES:
PRIVATE
Per lesson
13-Pak
25-Pak
(with 3% discount)
SEMI-PRIVATE (2 players)
Per lesson
13-Pak
25-Pak
(with 3%discount)
½ Hr.
$70.$910.
$1697.–— –—
–—
¾ Hr. $100.
$1300.$2425.
$130.
$1690. $3152.
1 Hr. $130.
$1690.$3152.
$170.
$2210. $4122.
All fees are subject to such tax as may become applicable.
2015-2016 Calendar and Holidays
2015-2016 Junior Tennis Program
Terms and Conditions
Application Procedure: Complete the appropriate
application and submit with the deposit or full amount,
payable to Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC. New students
above beginner level must schedule an evaluation for
placement. Once placed in the clinic of your choice, you
will receive confirmation by email. You may cancel your
clinic by written notice before August 20, 2015, for a full
refund. After that date, you are responsible for the entire
fee unless a suitable replacement is found by you or us.
Private lessons can be reserved by completing separate
application; payment required. All applications are
available at our Front Desk or on our website.
Payments: Please refer to the Junior Program BookletFees page for the exact amount due. 28-week players can
pay in full with application or pay deposit with balance
due by November 1, 2015. There is a 4% discount for full
payment made by July 1, 2015. Players enrolling for less
than the 28-week program will be adjusted from the 14week fee schedule and must pay in full with application.
Fees for Match Play and Private Lessons can also be found
in Booklet or on our website.
Late Payments: An interest charge of 1½ % per month
(effective rate of 18% per year) on unpaid balance will be
levied on all accounts past due, effective on due dates.
JUNIOR TENNIS is taught from September 15, 2015 – April 29, 2016. The 14-week Winter session
begins January 9, 2016. There is an additional 7-week Spring session from May-June. We offer a
Vacation Camp in December.
No Junior Clinics on the following dates:
Tue.-Wed., Sep. 23-24 Mon., Oct. 12
Tue., Nov. 3
Wed.-Sun., Nov. 25-29 Wed., Dec. 23-Fri., Jan. 1 Mon., Jan. 18
Sat.-Fri., Feb. 13-19 Fri.-Sun., Mar. 25 - 27
Medical Absence: Promptly submit doctor’s note with
date of injury and expected date of return. Make-ups for
extended illness or injury will be determined from the date
written notice is received by the Front Desk. No refunds
will be given. No credit will be given retroactively or after
session ends.
We will post updates and cancellations due to inclement weather/emergencies on our website.
Decision to postpone juniors will be made by 2:00 p.m.
Tennis Attire: Non-marking tennis shoes and proper
tennis attire are required at all times.
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Cancellation: Notices will be posted on our website.
If Sound Shore cancels or closes for inclement weather
or other emergency, the clinics and lessons will be
rescheduled. Private lessons can be rescheduled when at
least 24-hour notice of cancellation is given to Front Desk;
otherwise you will be charged the lesson.
Make-Ups: Sound Shore does not guarantee make-up
classes missed by the participant.
Cell Phones: Use of cell phones or other electronic
devices are prohibited on the courts.
Food & Drink: All food and drink are prohibited on courts.
Water may be taken onto courts in a covered container.
Personal Property: Please utilize the lockers and coat
racks to store your belongings while on our premises.
Sound Shore is not responsible for valuables lost or stolen
in our facility or on grounds.
Spectators: Spectators may observe the clinics from
lounge windows. Only players are allowed on the courts.
Tennis Baskets, Hoppers and Tubes: Only Sound Shore
staff is allowed access to equipment. No outside equipment
can be brought in for use.
Smoking: All smoking is prohibited within the facility or
on the grounds.
Risk of Injury/Waiver of Claims: I, parent/guardian,
acknowledge and understand that the participation or use
of the Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC facility includes an
inherent risk of physical or other injury to player and/or
damage or loss to personal property. I knowingly, freely
and willingly agree to assume all those risks. As lawful
consideration for my child being permitted to participate,
I agree to release from any legal liability and agree not
to sue Sound Shore for any and all injuries or property
damage whether or not such injury or death or damage
or loss was caused by negligence or carelessness or any
other cause that might otherwise result in Sound Shore
being liable to me. I agree that I will not bring or be a
party to any legal action or claim against Sound Shore
based upon or arising from participation or any legal
theory including, but not limited to, personal injury, undue
influence, and/or emotional distress. I am aware that this
contract is legally binding and that I am releasing legal
rights by signing it.
This authorization expressly includes the right to record,
reproduce or otherwise use my/my child’s likeness and
voice for promotional materials/media and permission to
Sound Shore Indoor Tennis LLC to contact me via e-mail.
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Open 7 Days a week (closed summer weekends)
12 Indoor Climate-Controlled Courts
Locker Rooms with Saunas & Showers
Lounges
The Tennis Professionals Pro Shop
15 USPTA Certified Tennis Professionals
NO MEMBERSHIP FEE
• Adult Groups
• Starter Tennis
• Drop-In Clinics
• HIT (High Intensity Tennis)
• Private Parties /Corporate Events
• USTA Winter Teams/Summer Leagues
• Fairfield County Women’s Tennis League-Rain Site
• Junior Tennis (ages 4-18)
• 10 & Under Tennis
• Varsity Training
• High Performance Training Academy
• Match Play
• Birthday Parties
• USTA Junior Eastern/Sectional Tournaments
• Season Courts
• Women’s and Men’s Singles/Doubles Leagues
• Private Lessons
A Snapshot of What We Offer:
303 Boston Post Road • Port Chester, NY 10573
www.soundshoreindoortennis.com