Tennis Clinics
Check our schedule for the start dates for Winter, Early Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Early Fall, and Late Fall seasons. Our tennis clinics fill up fast, so don’t wait to get enrolled.
Clinic Seasons Schedule:
2024 Early Fall: Sep 3 – Oct 27
2024 Late Fall: Oct 28 – Dec 22
2025 Winter: Jan 6 – Mar 2
2025 Early Spring: Mar 3 – Apr 27
2025 Late Spring: Apr 28 – Jun 22
2025 Summer: Jun 30- Aug 24
TENNIS SKILLS in every Clinic
- Character Development: Listens, Responds, Cooperates. Tennis etiquette includes good sportsmanship, respect, and fair play.
- Transition & Net Skills – Volley Skills: Motion and Grip. Movement from ready step with proper form
- Athletic Skills: Agility, Balance, and Coordination
- Racquet Skills: Hand-eye and racquet-eye, correct grips, overall racquet control
- Serve & Return Skills: Underhand and Overhand into correct box in proper position. Grip and court position.
- Gaming Skills: Court lines and correct position to start the point
- Rally Skills: Sending and receiving the ball
Clinics are open to both Members and Non-Members.
Whether you want to learn tennis, knock the rust off, or improve your ranking, you will receive plenty of personalized feedback, attention and hitting time in these small group tennis lessons. Tennis Clinics are a great way to see real improvement with professional instruction — at a fraction of the cost of private sessions. Develop your skills, build your knowledge and confidence, and see your game grow.
NOTE: To register for intermediate or advanced tennis clinics you must have taken a BTTC clinic, have a USTA National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) rating, or be approved by a BTTC Tennis Pro. Still need a rating? Sign up for a 30-minute Placement Lesson so our Pro can give you a Club rating and make sure you are in the appropriate level of tennis clinic and events.
Placement Lesson
Schedule a “Tennis Placement Lesson” for the easiest and fastest way to understand your player level. In this 30-minute lesson and hitting session, your Pro uses a variety of drills and assessments in order to evaluate your level of play. This will give you the confidence to enter into our programs at the correct level and/or to seek matches with others at your estimated NTRP.
For juniors and adults: if you’ve never participated in tennis clinics at our club and do not currently hold an NTRP rating, you are required to take a Tennis Placement Lesson in order to qualify for our intermediate and advanced programming.
CALL THE CLUB AT 360-733-5050 or email [email protected] to schedule your Placement Appointment.
Junior Tennis Clinics
BEGINNER TRACK
1B Family Fun Tennis for Tots
1B Mommy/Daddy & Me (Age 4-6)
This class is designed for the child that is eager to be active and have fun… with tennis! Activities are designed to have the students move their bodies so they can practice transitioning from large motor movements into smaller and more precise actions, beginning to work on hand-eye coordination. The Adult that is with them will be participating in the activities so that the student will be comfortable and willing to try new things and have fun while doing them.
Recommend 21” racquet head size. Loaner racquets are available.
2B Red Ball (Age 6-8)
Red Ball is the best way to get young kids on the tennis courts to have fun and feel success with hitting the ball! We use the slower moving, low compression red ball and kid-sized (smaller) courts (18’ X 36’) with a mini-net to meet the size of the players.
Your player will begin to judge ball depth and direction, learn basic footwork patterns, and develop the ABC’s: Agility, Balance, and Coordination. We will work toward learning the basics of groundstrokes, volleys, and serves, with a goal to achieving short 2-3 rally with a partner.
Recommend up to 23” Racquet. Loaner racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Beginner, no pre-requirements
3B Orange Ball (Age 8-12)
Players become well-rounded and competitive using shorter, 60-foot courts with regular nets. Students will begin to get the feel and control on the tennis court. The Orange Ball is the same size as a yellow tennis ball, but features a lower compression and is slower moving to allow for more time to learn proper technique and bounces lower for more control.
Your player will learn to track and move the ball, understand the court layout, develop swing to build a rally, develop solid contact points to direct the ball, introduce grips, begin to use spin, and increase ability to hit with movement, and more control.
We begin to emphasize cooperation with partners, paying attention to coaches and peers, and if unsure of a call, the ball is in.
Recommended Racquet Size: 23’ -25’’. Loaner Racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Beginner, no pre-requirements
4B Yellow Ball Learn to Rally (Middle School)
Students have time to develop athletic skills in this entry-level clinic while using the full sized court and regular “yellow ball”. Our drills help hone eye-hand coordination, foot speed, and balance. Players will work on a wide range of skills including groundstrokes, variety of shot selection, stroke dependability, directional control, volley skills, and creating a skilled first and second serve. Players will learn court etiquette, cooperation, scoring, and the importance of fair play.
The goal is for the student to be able to have a continuous rally with a BTTC pro and with other students. Once the ability to rally has been established the student will be ready to advance to the 7I Yellow Ball Intermediate or 8I High School 2 JV class.
Recommended Racquet Size: “regular” up to 27”. Loaner Racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Beginner, no pre-requirements or transition from Orange Ball
5B High School 1 Learn to Rally – Yellow Ball
Students have time to develop athletic skills in this entry-level clinic while using the full sized court and regular “yellow ball”. Our drills help hone eye-hand coordination, foot speed, and balance. Players will develop a wide range of skills including groundstrokes, variety of shot selection, stroke dependability, directional control, volley skills, and creating a skilled first and second serve. Players will learn court etiquette, cooperation, scoring, and the importance of fair play.
The goal is for the student to be able to have a continuous rally with a BTTC pro and with other students. Once the ability to rally has been established the student will be ready to advance to the 8I High School 2 JV clinic. There are no pre-requisites for this clinic.
Recommended Racquet Size: “regular” up to 27”. Loaner Racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Beginner, no pre-requirements or transition from 4B Yellow Ball Learn to Rally
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TRACK
Pre-requisites or tennis placement lesson required to enter the Intermediate/Advanced clinics
6I Green Ball (Age 8-12)
Our Green Ball clinic is for intermediate players on a standard-length court with regular nets. The Green Dot Ball is compressed at 75% of a standard yellow, which causes the ball to slow down for more time to learn proper technique and bounce lower for more control.
As an intermediate level clinic, Green Ball students come in with the ability to maintain a rally and are able to place the ball with some success. We will continue to have fun working on drills to develop skills, placing the ball with different paces, and begin to develop singles and doubles strategy as well as reinforcing the foundation of the rules of tennis.
We emphasize good sportsmanship, proper court behavior, and the importance of positive self-talk with the competitive mindset.
Recommended Racquet Size: “regular” up to 27”. Loaner Racquets are available.
Recommended Racquet Size: “regular” up to 27”. Loaner Racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Intermediate. The pre-requisite to this class is mastering the beginner Orange Ball class. If you are new to our Club, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement for the intermediate and advanced clinics.
7I Yellow Ball (Age 12-15)
This clinic is for intermediate level players who can maintain a long rally, are able to place the ball with some success, and know how to keep score. We will continue to develop knowledge of the rules of tennis, work on skills to place the ball with different paces, develop tennis fitness, and introduce singles and doubles strategy.
We emphasize good sportsmanship, proper court behavior, the importance of discipline and practice, as well as the key value of positive self-talk with the competitive mindset.
Recommended Racquet Size: “regular” up to 27”. Loaner Racquets are available.
Clinic Level: Intermediate. The pre-requisite to this class is mastering the beginner Learn to Rally class or moving up from Green Ball . If you are new to our Club, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement for the intermediate and advanced clinics.
8I High School 2 JV
This High School 2 JV Mixed Tennis Clinic is for high school junior varsity level players that have moved up from Beginner High School 1 or Intermediate Yellow Ball or has playing experience at the junior varsity level. Students will continue to refine stroke fundamentals and focus work on specialty shots and game strategy.
Athletic fitness and mental toughness with positive mindset is a key part of training at this level. Students are encouraged to play competitive tournaments.
Clinic Level: Intermediate. The pre-requisite to this class is mastering the beginner High School 1 class or moving up from Intermediate Yellow Ball. . If you are new to our Club, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement for the intermediate and advanced clinics.
9I High School 3 Varsity
This High School Varsity Tennis Clinic is for varsity level players with tournament and match experience. Students will continue to refine stroke fundamentals and focus work on specialty shots and game strategy.
Athletic fitness and mental toughness with positive mindset is a key part of training at this level. Students are encouraged to play competitive tournaments.
Clinic Level: Intermediate. The pre-requisite to this class is mastering the intermediate High School 2 clinic, been playing on a varsity team, or with BTTC Coach approval. If you are new to our Club, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement for the intermediate and advanced clinics.
JETT: Junior Elite Tennis Training
Junior Elite Tennis Training (JETT) is for our competitive juniors who want to sharpen their senses and their skills on the court to become competition smart and tournament tough.
Participation in JETT is by coach invitation only. If you are new to our Club, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement in the JETT program.
As our students progress in their skills, our training includes emphasis on the 7 Core Values of a Champion:
ENGAGED: Full focus on what matters in the moment
RESILIENT: Ability to bounce back and refocus after failure
PROFESSIONAL: Demonstrates character, exhibits behaviors and attitudes of an athlete who is consistently prepared to practice and compete with full engagement
RESPECTFUL: Acts in the way of appreciation, courteous to others, focused on the best in others, honors the rules of the game
TOUGH: Endures periods of hardship and adversity in training and competitions, accepts challenges fully motivated to succeed, embraces pressure, physically and emotionally strong
DETERMINED: Pushes through adversity and struggle, and continues to strive for success in a positive, productive manner
CONFIDENT: Unshakeable self-belief in abilities and skills, expects to be successful
JD1 JETT 1 (12 & Under)
Our Junior Elite Tennis Training (JETT) clinic is for advanced junior players ages 12 & Under who are looking to keep improving their game to become competition ready. The focus is on developing consistency in strokes, efficient movement on the court, and early strategies for competition. These students show a desire, talent, and work ethic towards improving their tennis game. Tournament play is encouraged.
As our students progress in their skills, our training includes emphasis on the 7 Core Values of a Champion.
Pre-requisite: Advancement by Coach Invitation from Green Ball.
JD2 JETT 2 (15 & Under)
Get tournament tough! Our Junior Elite Tennis Training (JETT) 2 is for advanced junior players ages 15 & Under in who are looking to become competition smart and ready. This student is working towards improving their match play through improving stroke production, match strategy, and overall fitness.
As our students progress in their skills, our training includes emphasis on the 7 Core Values of a Champion.
Pre-requisite: Advancement by Coach Invitation from Yellow Ball or JETT 1.
JD3 JETT 3 (18 & Under)
Get Competition Ready and Tournament Tough! Our Junior Elite Tennis Training (JETT) 3 is for advanced junior players ages 18 & Under who want to sharpen their competitive edge. We focus on advanced stroke mechanics, tactical game planning, mental toughness and resilience, match simulation and strategy, and fitness and conditioning.
We are proud of our many JETT students who have successfully qualified for and played at the state tournament level.
Pre-requisite: Advancement by Coach Invitation from High School 3 or JETT 2.
Adult Tennis Clinics
Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned player, working with one of our certified Tennis Pros in our group lessons will help you improve your game while you are having fun on the court.
If you are new to our Club and do not have an NTRP rating, you must have BTTC Coach approval or schedule a 30-minute private tennis lesson to determine class placement for the intermediate and advanced clinics.
TCA1 Adult 1- Beginner or “Refresher”
Are you ready to learn how to play tennis? Or maybe played a while back and want to see if you like it now?
Our experienced coaches will show you the basics, so you have confidence when you hit the courts! This 8-week clinic is a great way to start playing tennis so you learn good habits, not bad ones.
During this program you will learn good form, how to score the game, with an introduction to the basic strokes (forehand, backhand, serves, volleys, and overheads.)
This clinic is specifically for those just starting tennis or haven’t held a racquet for some time. See how much fun tennis can be!
Level: Beginner, no pre-requisites.
TCA2 Adult 2 (NTRP 2.5 – 3.0)
The NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) 2.5-3.0 Level clinics will cover techniques and fundamentals for the high-level beginning player who is eager to improve their game and make steady progress along the way. All the essential strokes will be covered along with basic strategy and game play. Players will also learn grip variations and when to use them.
Drills, organized play, and personal instruction will get the new player ready to enjoy the game for a lifetime. The goal for every 2.5-3.0 player to rally for 4-6 times with a peer at a slow to medium pace.
It’s time to play!
Level: Beginner-Intermediate, Advancing from Adult 1 or be able to hold a 10-12 rally with other players of your skill level and know how to score the game.
TCA3 Adult 3 (NTRP 3.0-3.5)
Our Adult 3 Tennis Clinic is for the intermediate level player who is looking to add variety to their game. The emphasis will be on adding spins to your groundstroke and serves, advanced strategy, and incorporating fitness to improve stamina on the court. Be ready to work when you sign up for this clinic.
Level: Intermediate, moving up from Adult 2 with BTTC Coach approval or holds and NTRP rating of 3.0-3.5.
TCA3.5 Adult 3.5 (NTRP 3.5 or higher)
This clinic is for the intermediate to advanced player holding an NTRP 3.5 or higher rating who wants to add more variety to their game along with speed and accuracy in their shots. Footwork and fitness will be a big part of this clinic so be ready to work toward your goal of becoming a better tennis player.
Level: Intermediate-Advanced, moving up from Adult 3 with BTTC Coach approval or holds and NTRP rating of 3.5 or higher.
TCA3.5 Adult 3.5 (NTRP 3.5 or higher)
This clinic is for the intermediate to advanced player holding an NTRP 3.5 or higher rating who wants to add more variety to their game along with speed and accuracy in their shots. Footwork and fitness will be a big part of this clinic so be ready to work toward your goal of becoming a better tennis player.
Level: Intermediate-Advanced, moving up from Adult 3 with BTTC Coach approval or holds and NTRP rating of 3.5 or higher.
TCA4 Adult 4 Speed & Strategy (NTRP 4.0 or higher)
Must be NTRP 4.0+ or invited by one of our BTTC Coaches. Be prepared to move! This clinic is for 4.0+ players who understand that moving your feet while hitting a beautiful tennis shot takes practice. Strategy is discussed and applied in the drills for both singles and doubles play.
Level: Advanced, moving up from Adult 3.5 with BTTC Coach approval or holds and NTRP rating of 4.0 or higher.