PLAYER SKILL LEVELS – In an effort to ensure every player is receiving the level of instruction that is appropriate (and fun) for them, we are working closely with our top tennis pros to assign a level to each player who works with us. You will see these levels reflected in your child’s profile by the end of the first session they complete with us. You will use this level when registering for future programs. Below is a quick intro to the skill levels we will be using. The numbers will be noted in each the session offerings. 

Tennis improvement is a process. Our 10-Level Player Progression System gives players a clear path to develop their skills step by step. Below is an overview of each level, what players need to master, and how they can progress to the next stage.

🎾 Level 1: Coordinating Movements and Making Consistent Contact
Players work on their hand-eye coordination to make consistent contact with the ball during drills and play.
👉 Focus: Build foundational coordination.
👉 Next Step: Improve consistency and control in hitting the ball.

🎾 Level 2: Switching Grips from Forehand to Backhand
Players learn to switch between forehand and backhand grips while maintaining consistent contact.
👉 Focus: Grips and consistency.
👉 Next Step: Start rallying on a short court.

🎾 Level 3: Knowing Grips and Starting to Rally in the Service Box
Players know the correct grips and start rallying on a short court (within the service box).
👉 Focus: Control and consistency.
👉 Next Step: Feed balls into rallies and improve court coverage.

🎾 Level 4: Starting Rallies with Own Feed, Developing Volley and Serve Skills
Players begin their own feeds in rallies, practice volleys, and serve into the box with consistency.
👉 Focus: Developing independence in play.
👉 Next Step: Build consistency across different areas of the court.

🎾 Level 5: Rallying Consistently at the Service Box, Improving Baseline and Net Play
Players rally consistently from the service box and work on consistent baseline and net play.
👉 Focus: Court coverage and versatility.
👉 Next Step: Sustain rallies from anywhere on the court.

🎾 Level 6: Consistent Rallies Across the Court with Strong Serves
Players can rally consistently from any area of the court, with controlled serves and volleys.
👉 Focus: Accuracy and endurance.
👉 Next Step: Hit targets during rallies.

🎾 Level 7: Hitting Targets and Introducing Spin
Players work on hitting specific targets and start to control spin for greater shot variety.
👉 Focus: Precision and spin control.
👉 Next Step: Manage pace and spin from opponents.

🎾 Level 8: Generating Pace, Control with Spin, and Handling Incoming Pace
Players create their own pace and handle incoming pace during rallies.
👉 Focus: Offensive and defensive play.
👉 Next Step: Build strategies for match success.

🎾 Level 9: Mastering Strategy for Tournament Success
Players master hitting with pace, handling pace, and building match-winning strategies.
👉 Focus: Competitive match play.
👉 Next Step: Apply skills in tournaments.

🎾 Level 10: Traveling to Tournaments and Competing at a Higher Level
Players are encouraged to compete in tournaments beyond their local area to gain more experience.
👉 Focus: Competitive readiness.
👉 Next Step: Continue refining skills for long-term success.