Junior Development Program

Led by experienced coaches who are passionate about the sport, the program offers a structured curriculum that encompasses technical instruction, tactical strategies, physical conditioning, and mental preparedness. The Thoreau Club's junior development tennis program not only shapes players' athletic abilities but also instills values such as discipline, perseverance, and teamwork, ensuring a well-rounded and holistic approach to their development.

Enrollment in the Junior Development Program entitles the player to have access to private lessons and court rental privileges. 

Fall 2024
Junior Development Registration is Open!

Fall Session

Sept. 3rd - Dec 19th 

(15 week session)

Please note that JDP classes will not be held on the following dates:
- Labor Day: September 2, 2024
- Thanksgiving Weekend: November 27, 2024, to December 1, 2024.

Questions or to register please contact: Brian Herrick - (click to connect with Brian)

REGISTER HERE

Summer 2024
RED & ORANGE Ball Clinics Are Here!

June 24th - Aug 28th

Mondays and Wednesdays

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Questions or to register please contact: Brian Herrick - (click to connect with Brian)

These sessions are a great opportunity for your child to:

 

  • Sharpen their skills: Through focused drills and games, your child will develop their strokes, court movement, and overall game strategy.
  • Have fun: In a relaxed and supportive environment, your child will enjoy learning and playing alongside their peers.
  • Stay active: Maintain their tennis skills throughout the summer months and be ready to hit the ground running in the fall season.

 

Pricing:

  • Members:

$50 Per Class 

$200 5-Class Package: ($40 per class) - Save money by signing up for multiple sessions!

 

  • Non-Members:

$50 Per Class (Plus a $49 Reg Fee)

$200 5-Class Package (Plus a $49 Reg Fee): ($40 per class) - Save money by signing up for multiple sessions!

 

Format: 

The clinics are designed for flexibility. You can choose to attend as many or as few sessions as your schedule allows, subject to meeting the minimum participation requirement. 

 

*Minimum two participants required in order to run each class 

 

RED BALL

AGES 6 - 8

This one-hour class, designed for kids ages 6-8, develops the joy of the game while introducing basic technical skills. Using kid-sized rackets, small nets, and low compression red tennis balls, we play games with kids to help them learn how to track a moving ball and respond to it. Kid-to-kid cooperation skills are emphasized allowing players to move and respond to a live ball.


Orange Ball

AGES 9-11

Orange ball players are introduced to another dimension, larger court space, regular sized nets, and firmer Orange tennis balls. Players work on gaining consistency in their strokes with faster drills and learn to direct shots away from their opponents.

 

GREEN BALL

AGES 11 - 13

Green ball players develop and understanding of the opponent's strengths and weaknesses and learn to incorporate these tactics in attacking and defending their position. Players prepare for the physical demands of covering a full court, increased tactical development is emphasized including use of angles, spin, and depth control.


 

  

Yellow Ball

AGES 12+ 

The final stage of the tennis development pathway. We review the skills and techniques developed over the years and focus on social interaction with other players.