If you’ve ever played tennis with someone who “hasn’t picked up a racquet since high school,” you will understand, first hand, the power and value of muscle memory. When you learn tennis as a kid, you can pick it back up any time. Tennis instruction abounds this time of year and there’s still plenty of opportunity for kids of any age (and any level) to get on the court and hit some balls.
Here is a list of some of the programs available in and around Montclair. Most programs require your child has his/her own racquet, and are happy to counsel you on the appropriate size.
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BILL WING’S TENNIS ACADEMY
Junior Summer Camp
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Montclair Kimberly Academy Middle School Courts
Business office: 973-256-0818 During camp hours: 973-509-4854
Tennis for: Boys and Girls age 7-18; beginner through tournament level. (If you have a younger child, call – there may be groups available)
What’s offered: Full Day (9am-4pm) and Half Day (9-12 or 1-4) programs. Players are grouped by skill level.
Session Dates: Each session is one week (M-F). Sessions run from June 13 through August 26
Cost:
Half Day - $245/session
Full Day - $430/session
How to register: In person or via a flyer online www.bwta.biz
Private Lessons: Available for adults and children, $50-80/hr. Call business office for scheduling.
For Adults:
Drop-In Round Robin – Doubles Clinic (no registration required) Tuesday nights 6pm-7:30pm, $30 per session.
Cardio Tennis – Drop In (no registration required) Tuesday and Thursday evening 6:30-7:30, $15 per session
ELITE TENNIS ACADEMY
Brookdale Park Courts and Tiger Tennis – 42 Fairfield Place, W. Caldwell
973-575-1000 (main)
Tennis for: Boys and Girls age 5 -18, beginner through tournament level
What’s offered: Elite runs different camps/programs in different locations. The Beginner/Adv Beginner program for 5-10 year olds (9AM-12) and the Intermediate/Advanced program for 9-18 year-olds (8:30-2:30) are both held at Brookdale Park. Beginning-Intermediate programs (age 5-12) (11-3PM, but other time frames are available) are held indoors at Tiger Tennis. All camp activity takes place rain or shine except for the Beginner Group at Brookdale.
Session Dates: Sessions are 1 week long and offered from June 6 through Sept. 2.
Cost: Beg/Brookdale $240/session
Tiger Program $345/standard session (prices vary if your child stays longer)
Intermediate/Brookdale $525/session
How to register: Call Tiger Tennis for registration information.
Private Lessons: Available for children and adults, $60-$80/hour
For Adults:
Clinics at Brookdale Park courts run some evenings. Call for more details.
GLEN RIDGE RECREATION DEPT
Youth Tennis Lessons
Freeman Tennis Courts, Woodland Ave. Montclair (near Glenfield Park)
973 748-2924 (GR Rec office) or 973-509-5362 (Freeman Courts)
Tennis for: Boys and Girls age 5-17
What’s offered: Hour long group lessons broken down into age groups: 5-8 year olds (45 minute session) 9 AM.; 9-10 year olds at 10 AM; 11-17 year olds at 11:30.
Session Dates: Sessions are available M-F from June 23 through August 19. A session is one lesson. Children must sign up for a minimum of 5 sessions.
Cost:
45 Minute Session (5-8 year olds only) - $15/session
1 Hour Session (9-17 year olds) - $20/session
How to register: In person at Freeman Courts. Registration hours: Mon-Fri 4-8PM and Sat/Sun 9AM-7PM
JAMES SMITH’S INDOOR SUMMER TENNIS CAMP
West Orange Tennis Club, 1448 Pleasant Valley Way, W.O.
James – 973-655-0113; Jamyl – 973-509-9105
Tennis for: Boys and Girls age 6-16
What’s offered: Week long sessions of full day (10AM-3PM) group tennis instruction in air-conditioned facility, rain or shine. Pee-wee group (4 & 5 year olds) also available (call for info).
Session Dates: Each session is one week long (M-F) ; they run from June 27 through Aug 19.
Cost: $350/session
How to register: Call for a registration form.
MONTCLAIR RECREATION DEPT
Group Tennis Lessons
Mountainside, Rand and Nishuane courts
973-509-4915
Tennis for: Boys and Girls age 5-15, mostly beginner/advanced beginner but depends on the skill level of the group.
What’s offered: Hour-long lessons 3 days per week for 2-week sessions. Days and times vary by age group. Different groups take place on different courts.
Session Dates: Three 2-week sessions available: 6/27-7/8; 7/11-7/22; 7/25-8/5
Cost: $50/sesson
How to register: Register in-person at Montclair Rec Dept, 205 Claremont Ave.
Private Lessons: Available for children and adults. Call Rec Dept for instructor contact information.
For Adults:
Three 3-day/week sessions (same dates as above) are available for evening group lessons. Call Rec Dept for specific information on days and courts. $50/session
