Junior Programming

Our progressive junior training system follows the new and revolutionary USTA standards for 10 and Under Tennis. Our program is designed to shape all players into the best competitors they can be. From introducing strong fundamentals to beginners to honing the skills of experienced players producing top competitors, the Oak Brook Junior Development Pathway will produce results.

     

 

 

 

 

Junior Progressive Training System Levels

U3-U4 (Ages: 3-4)

Uses the USTA 10 and Under Tennis format on a 36’ court and foam balls concentrating on introduction to Tennis, racquet face control, ball bounce judgment, space management, initiate rallies, agility, balance, coordination.

U6 (Ages: 5-6)

Uses the USTA 10 and Under Tennis format on a 36’ court and foam balls concentrating on racquet face control, ball bounce judgment, space management, rallying skills, play & score, agility, balance, coordination.

U8 (Ages: 7-8)

Uses USTA 10 and Under Tennis format on a 36’ court and foam balls concentrating on racquet face control, receiving skills, rallying skills, play & score, court movement, agility, balance, coordination.

U10 (Ages: 9-10)

Uses the USTA 10 and Under Tennis format on a 60’ court and low compression balls concentrating on receiving skills, rallying skills, ball receiving and placement, play & score, court movement, agility, balance, coordination.

U14 (Ages: 11-14)

Uses a progressive format, 60’to full court size and low compression balls concentrating on receiving skills, rallying skills, ball receiving and placement, play & score, tennis strategy, court movement, agility, balance, coordination.

High School (Ages: 14-17)

Uses a progressive format, 60’to full court size and low compression and regular balls concentrating on receiving skills, rallying skills, ball receiving and placement, play & score, tactical strategy, court movement, agility, balance, coordination.

 

 

 

 

10 & Under Tennis Academy

Designed for competitive young junior players ages 7-12, this academy uses the USTA 10 and Under Tennis format on a 60’ to full court size and low compression (orange, green dot) balls featuring a Game Based Approach and concentrating on tactical strategy, modern technical development and court movement. *Current 10 & Under Tennis participants are invited to register for a FREE Match Play Popcorn and Movie available most Fridays from 6-7:30pm. Registration is required due to limited availability