Atkins Tennis Center University of Illinois 1410 W. St. Mary’s Road Urbana, IL 61801 Phone: (217) 244-8562 Fax: (217) 244-5112
www.AtkinsTennisCenter.com
Hours of Operation
The Atkins Tennis Center will operate under the following hours beginning Sunday, September 6, 2015 through Monday, May 30, 2016 (Memorial Day): Monday through Friday 6:30 am - 10:00 pm* Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm* * or until last indoor court reservation
Holiday Closures
Atkins will be closed on the following dates:
September 7,2015 - November 26, 2015 - December 24, 2015 - December 25, 2015
Football Game Day Hours
The Atkins Tennis Center will be closing early on the home football game dates listed below. The time of closure will depend on the game time. Please call Atkins’ front desk at (217) 244-8562 approximately one week before a game date as most game times are still to be determined.
September 4 • September 12 • September 26 October 3 • October 24 • November 14
table of contents
Atkins Rules and Policies ......................................... 2
Atkins Staff ..............................................................5
Atkins Pro Shop ........................................................6
Facility Overview ....................................................3-4
Racquet Stringing ....................................................................................6
Racquet Demo Service .............................................................................6
Court Time Policies ....................................................7 Outdoor Court Time ................................................................................7
University of Illinois Team Court Time ......................................................7 Random Indoor Court Time .....................................................................8 Permanent Indoor Court Time ................................................................9
Private Instruction....................................................10
Group Instruction.....................................................10
Atkins Clinic Policies ................................................11
Clinic Session Dates ...............................................................................11
Atkins Junior Clinics ..........................................................................12-14 Atkins Adult Clinics ............................................................................15-16
Atkins Leagues ........................................................17
Adult Special Events................................................18
Junior Special Events................................................19
Grand Slam Tennis ............ .......................................20
atkins rules and policies Court Rules and Facility Policies
Anyone using the Atkins Tennis Center is required to follow the rules listed below: •
Players using both the indoor and outdoor courts must check-in at Atkins’ front desk area on the east end of the facility before entering the courts.
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Proper court shoes with non-marking soles are required. Running shoes will not be allowed on the court. Any Atkins staff member reserves the right to refuse court usage if a player is not wearing appropriate court shoes.
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No food or drink shall be taken on court except water in plastic containers.
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Tennis attire is to be worn while on court. Shirts must be worn at all times.
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Cursing, yelling, racquet throwing, abuse to court surface, walls, or ceiling will not be tolerated.
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It is University of Illinois policy that all lessons must be taught by members of the Atkins Tennis Center teaching staff only.
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Unsupervised children are not allowed in the Atkins Tennis Center. Children who are not playing tennis are not allowed on the courts. Running, yelling, or other behavior that disturbs players will not be tolerated.
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Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the Atkins Tennis Center property.
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The University or Illinois holds no responsibility for injuries or accidents to patrons or for lost or stolen articles.
Atkins Payment Policies •
The Atkins Tennis Center requires that all leagues, lessons, Permanent Court Time, Random Court Time, and Pro Shop items be paid with cash, check, or credit card. Atkins accepts MasterCard, VISA, American Express, and Discover cards.
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A driver’s license number or University of Illinois ID number and a phone number must be present on a check used for payment. All checks should be made payable to the University of Illinois.
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Delinquent payments will result in forfeiture of court time.
Please contact the Atkins Tennis Center at (217) 244-8562 with any questions regarding court rules or facility and payment policies.
facility overview Constructed in 1991, the Atkins Tennis Center continues to be recognized as one of the premier tennis facilities in the country on a university campus. The initial project was made possible by a generous contribution from Clint and Susie Atkins and was developed to provide a state of the art training facility for the University of Illinois varsity tennis teams. In addition, the facility was to be made available to the public and allow members of the community the opportunity to learn and play tennis. Once completed, the Atkins Tennis Center featured six indoor courts, eight lighted outdoor courts, public locker and restroom facilities, and a Pro Shop offering tennis equipment and apparel. In 1992, the USTA recognized Atkins as the country’s “Most Outstanding Tennis Facility.” In April 2009, the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics unveiled the Khan Outdoor Tennis Complex which is part of the Atkins Tennis Center. This magnificent project was made possible by Shahid and Ann Khan who are great supporters of Illinois Tennis and the Urbana - Champaign community. The expansion increased Atkins’ number of outdoor courts to twenty, including six championship courts that feature individual scoreboards and spectator seating. In addition to the courts, the project provided a new entrance and Pro Shop area as well as additional restrooms on the east side of the existing tennis center. The Khan Outdoor Tennis Complex is the foremost outdoor facility in the Big Ten Conference and offers world-class amenities to the public. The primary function of the Atkins Tennis Center is to serve as the practice and competition home for the Illinois Fighting Illini women’s and men’s tennis teams. Since its construction, the women’s team has achieved a number of milestones including a program high ranking of 22 in 2004 and a win over top-ranked Duke in 2003. In 2009, Illinois’ women’s team hosted its first NCAA Regional and came within one point of advancing to the Sweet 16. Illinois’ men’s team is a fixture at the top of college tennis. The 2003 team captured the NCAA Team, Singles, and Doubles Titles in what has been called “The Perfect Season.” In 2007 the Illini came within one win of their second NCAA Team Championship. In 2010, the Fighting Illini Men took home the Big Ten Tournament Title. Since its opening, numerous collegiate tennis champions have trained and competed at Atkins.
facility overview In addition to being the home of Illinois Tennis, the Atkins Tennis Center is open to all members of the Urbana - Champaign community and visitors to the area. Atkins does not charge a membership fee. When the facility is not being used by the varsity teams, tennis players may reserve a court or receive instruction in a private lesson or group clinic. Atkins staff is dedicated to growing the game and offering quality instructional programs and leagues for players of all ages and abilities. All information regarding court time at Atkins and the programs offered during the fall, winter, and spring months is outlined in this program brochure. If you have any specific questions, please contact Atkins’ front desk at (217) 244-8562. During the summer months, the center is also host to the Fighting Illini Tennis Camps and Nike Tennis Camps. Adults and juniors from around the country travel to central Illinois to learn from Illinois coaches Michelle Dasso (Nike) and Brad Dancer (F.I.T.) Campers experience a thorough training regimen that covers stroke technique, match strategy, and conditioning and fitness training. Junior campers receive approximately 35 hours of on-court training over five days while adult campers receive 20 hours of instruction over a weekend. For more information on the Fighting Illini Summer Tennis Camps at the Atkins Tennis Center call (217) 244-7278 or visit www.fightingillini.com/camps. In 2013 the University of Illinois and the Atkins Tennis Center hosted the 2013 NCAA Division I Women’s and Men’s Tennis Championships. It was the first time a Midwest school has hosted the NCAA Tournament since the women’s and men’s championships were combined in 2005. Atkins also hosts a number of elite junior tournaments and one of the longest running professional tournaments on the USTA Pro Circuit: the JSM Challenger. Many of Atkins’ elite tournaments and events are described in greater detail on page 18 of this brochure. Whether you are new to the game and looking to learn, an advanced player looking for competition, or a fan of collegiate sport, Atkins has something to offer everyone. The state of the art facility and expert staff provide a superior experience for players and spectators. The Illinois Tennis family hopes to see you drilling on the court or cheering in the stands at the Atkins Tennis Center soon.
atkins staff
Jim Tressler - Director
Since his graduation from the University of Cincinnati, Jim has experienced many facets of the tennis industry. After receiving his B.S. in Management and Marketing, Jim coached women’s college tennis as the Assistant Coach at Indiana and Florida, respectively, and then as the Head Coach at Alabama. Next, Jim accepted a position at Nike where he worked in the Tennis Sports Marketing Department. He began working at the Atkins Tennis Center in 2000. Jim is certified by the USPTA and PTR.
Brandon Lenfert- Head Pro
Brandon joins the Atkins Tennis Center staff with a variety of tennis coaching and teaching experiences. Brandon earned his B.S. in Physical Education and Sport Management while playing for the Eastern Illinois Panthers. Following his playing career he earned his Masters while coaching at Northern Illinois before moving on to Purdue University where he served as the assistant men’s tennis coach. Brandon is certified by the USPTA.
Christine Stromberg-Program Coordinator
Christine is a former member of the University of Illinois’ women’s tennis team and a graduate of Illinois’ Recreaction, Sport, and Tourism Department. She joined Atkins’ staff as the Graduate Assistant before taking over as the Program Coordinator responsibile for programs, events, and teaching private lessons and group clinics and is certified by the USPTA.
Ross Guignon- Graduate Assistant
Ross joins the Atkins staff after recently graduating from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Mangement and will continue his education by pursuing a Master’s degree in Sport Mangament. Ross was an All American at Illinois and the 2014 JSM Challenger doubles champion.
Sheila Armstrong - Administrative Aide
Sheila began working at the Atkins Tennis Center in July, 2010 and oversees all administrative responsibilities for Atkins as well as the Illinois women’s and men’s varsity teams. Prior to her current position, Sheila served as an Administrative Assistant with the Division of Intercollegiate Athletic’s I FUND.
Lilah Lewis - Main Desk and Pro Shop Attendant
Lilah has worked at the Atkins Tennis Center since it opened in 1991. She is an experienced tennis racquet stringer and is also able to string squash and racquetball racquets. In addition, Lilah is knowledgeable in all areas of tennis equipment and accessories and is more than willing to help you choose products that will improve your play.
Atkins Pro Shop The Atkins Tennis Center Pro Shop is located on the east side of the indoor courts and serves as the facility’s main entrance. Its spacious area provides additional room for customers to congregate before and after they play. The Pro Shop’s lounge area features comfortable seating and a flat-screen television which offers DirecTV programming, including the Tennis Channel. The Pro Shop’s generous inventory offers everything a tennis enthusiast could imagine. Atkins’ Pro Shop features the latest racquets and accessories from Wilson. In addition, the Pro Shop carries the latest Illinois tennis appareal and accessories. Illinois Tennis fans can purchase exclusive Nike merchandise with Illinois logos which are not available anywhere else. Visit Atkins to see the latest equipment and apparel. Call (217) 244-8562 for more information or to inquire about a specific item.
Racquet Stringing
The Atkins Tennis Center Pro Shop offers stringing services for tennis racquets as well as most racquetball and squash racquets. Choose from a wide selection of strings manufactured by Prince, Wilson, Gamma, and Luxilon. Prices for strings range from $20 to $40, including labor. If you bring your own string, the cost of stringing labor is $14 per racquet.
Racquet Demo Service
Players interested in purchasing a new racquet may take advantage of Atkins’ racquet demo service. This allows players to play with racquets and compare different frames. Atkins carries a vast array of demo racquets from Wilson. Demo racquets may be rented at a cost of $3 per racquet, per day. Up to $15 can be deducted from the cost of a new racquet purchased at Atkins by presenting demo receipts. A driver’s license, state ID card, or credit card is needed to secure a demo racquet. Credit card informaiton must be left to take a racquet out of the Atkins Tennis Center.
Towel Service
Atkins’ patrons may take advantage of a free towel service. Towels are available at Atkins’ front desk. When finished, please leave the towel in one of the bins in the locker rooms or return it to the front desk. To guarantee you will have a towel, please bring your own. There are times, especially weekends, when Atkins’ front desk runs out of freshly laundered towels. Thank you for your cooperation.
court usage/policies Both the indoor and outdoor courts at the Atkins Tennis Center are open for public use. All users of the courts must check in at the front desk in the Atkins ProShop before entering the court. Players must wear proper court shoes with non-marking soles. Running shoes will not be allowed on the courts. If you have any questions, please call the front desk at (217) 244-8562.
Court Reservation Policies
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The following rules apply to all reservations made for use of Atkins’ indoor and outdoor courts: Court reservations are limited to one and a half hour blocks. Reservations may be made up to seven days in advance. One person may only reserve one court per time period. A name and phone number must be given to reserve a court. Indoor court cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to reservation. In the event an indoor cancellation is made less than 24 hours prior to the reservation, the person who reserved the court will be responsible for paying the full amount before making further reservations.
Outdoor Court Usage
The Atkins and Khan Tennis Complex outdoor courts are available for reservation when not being used by the varsity teams, for Atkins programs, or for other special events. There is no charge for use of the Atkins or Khan outdoor courts. The courts are open for use, weather permitting, March through October. Use of the locker and shower facilities is also free when using the outdoor courts. All users of the outdoor courts much wear court shoes; running shoes will not be permitted. Court reservation policies outlined above apply. Call Atkins’ front desk at (217) 244-8562 to reserve an outdoor court.
University of Illinois Team Court Time
The University of Illinois women’s and men’s tennis teams have all courts reserved from 1:30 to 5:30 pm and one court from 6:30 am to 11:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Any court not needed by the teams for the following day may be reserved after 6:00 pm. If the teams plan to use outdoor courts, indoor courts may be reserved after 6:00 pm for the following day. If the teams are playing outside, indoor courts may be reserved on the understanding that the teams will move inside should inclement weather develop. Also, team matches or visiting team practices may override normally scheduled activities. All participants affected by conflicts will be given as much advance notice as possible and will not be billed for that time. Thank you for your cooperation.
random court time Atkins’ indoor courts are available for use by the public when not being used by the varsity teams, for clinics or lessons, for normally scheduled programs, or for permanent court time (see page 10). The court reservation policies outlined on page 8 apply. Users of Atkins’ indoor courts must check in at the front desk before entering the court. All indoor court users must wear a non-marking, hard rubber sole shoe. Players will not be allowed usage of an indoor court while wearing running shoes. Below are the rates for random indoor court time (RCT) at the Atkins Tennis Center. University of Illinois faculty, staff, and students receive a discount of $2 per hour off the court cost when they present a current U of I picture ID. Call (217) 244-8562 to reserve an indoor court.
Weekday Indoor RCT Rates Monday - Friday 6:30 - 9:00 am
$20 / hour
9:00 am - 10:00 pm
$24 / hour
Weekend Indoor RCT Rates Saturday - Sunday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
$20 / hour
Ball Machine
A ball machine may be rented for use on an indoor court only. The cost of the ball machine is $5 per hour, plus the cost of the court. An Atkins staff member will be able to instruct players who have never used a ball machine on how to use it.
Indoor Facility Rental
Atkins’ six indoor courts are available for rental on Friday or Saturday evening from 7:00 to 10:00 pm for private parties, tournaments, or other related activities. The cost of renting the facility is $300 and includes exclusive use of the indoor courts, lounge area, and locker rooms. Rotations or tournament draws can be provided at no extra charge. Contact Jim Tressler at (217) 244-8562 for more information or to reserve the Atkins Tennis Center’s indoor facility.
permanent court time Permanent indoor court time (PCT) allows a group of players to reserve an in door court on the same day and time over an 17 week period for a one and a half hour block. Two 18 week sessions correspond with the University of Illinois’ fall and spring semesters. Exact session dates are listed below.
PCT Session Dates Fall Session (18 weeks)
September 6-January 9
Spring Session (17 weeks)
January 10- May 14
Captains will be notified of any conflicts during the PCT session which would result in a cancellation of PCT on certain dates. Anyone who wishes to purchase PCT must fill out and sign a PCT form which is available at Atkins’ front desk. On the form each group must designate a captain who will be the contact person for the group. A $60 application fee must accompany the form and will be applied toward the purchase of PCT. PCT is allocated by means of a lottery system conducted in May for the following season. Once the lottery is complete, PCT may be reserved by selecting an open PCT court. PCT groups will be renewed automatically for the second session unless increased demand warrants a second lottery. PCT cannot be cancelled once a session has begun. Participants will receive an invoice in September for the fall session and in January for the spring session. The invoice will be payable at the Atkins Tennis Center front desk within 30 days of issuance. PCT prices reflect the total cost of a court for one of the 17 dates over a session. For example, a group who plays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on a weekday would share the total cost of $612 ($34 per date x 18 weeks). Below are the rates for PCT.
Weekday PCT Rates (Monday-Friday) 6:30 - 9:00 am
$34
9:00 - 10:00 pm
$38
Weekend PCT Rates (Saturday/Sunday) 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
$34
private instruction Head Tennis Professional
Instructional Staff Members
Brandon Lenfert
Ross Guignon --- Heidi Waddll Ernie Baillon --- Evan Dorner---Hiep Du
Senior Staff Members
Developmental Staff Members
Jim Tressler, Director Christine Stromberg, Assistant Pro
Mitch Zavesky --Cody Johnson --Alan Wang Konrad Ryba -- Mahir Dalwani Karthik Seetharaman--Mitchell Lum
Private Instruction
Private lessons are offered to adults and juniors of any ability level. Content covered during the lesson is based on the player’s request and may include technical improvements, singles or doubles strategy, or simply a hitting lesson. Call (217) 300-3411 for more information or to schedule a private lesson. Private Lesson Rates
Head Pro
Senior Staff
Instructional Staff
Developmental Staff
One Hour
$58
$55
$48
$42
Half Hour
$29
$28
$24
$21
Group Instruction
Group lessons can be arranged for groups of two or more and are available to adults and juniors of all ability levels. Lessons are arranged by appointment and scheduled by the hour. Topics covered during the lesson are based on the group’s request. Group Lesson Rates
Instructional Staff
Developmental Staff
$30/person $28 / person
$25 / person
$22 / person
Three Players
$24/person
$22/ person
$18 / person
$15 / person
Four Players
$20/person $18 / person
$15 / person
$12 / person
Two Players
Head Pro
Senior Staff
USTA Team Practices
USTA captains can arrange team practices with an instructor throughout the year. Team practices offer flexibility in day, time, and area of emphasis. Team practices are for groups or teams larger than 4 people. Team practice rates are the same regardless of instructor unless there are 4 or
less players. For more information about private instruction or USTA Team Practices contact Brandon Lenfert at bdlenfer@illinois.edu or 217-300-3411.
clinic policies Payment for all adult and junior clinics is due upon registration. Clinic participants will not be allowed to reserve a place in the clinic without full payment - no exceptions. Payment for clinics may be made at Atkins’ front desk with cash, check, or credit card or over the phone by providing a credit card number. We appreciate your cooperation. Full refunds will be given if you cancel your registration prior to the first day of the session. Refunds after the start of each session will only be given under extenuating circumstances. Please contact Jim Tressler at (217) 244-8562 as soon as possible with any situation you feel warrants consideration. Waiting until after a session is over before contacting management may result in loss of refund consideration. All clinic participants must wear tennis shoes. Clinic participants who wear running shoes will not be allowed to participate. Players enrolled in a clinic that meets multiple times per week must indicate upon registration the day on which they will attend. A minimum of four players must be registered for a clinic in order for it to commence. For questions regarding Atkins Clinics contact Brandon Lenfert at bdlenfer@illinois.edu
Clinic Session Dates Session Dates I September 6-October 17 II
October 18-December 12
To register for clinics call the Atkins Front Desk Today! 217-244-8562
Conflict Dates 9/7 11/5-11/8 (Midwest Blast) 11/14-11/21 (Challenger) 11/22-11/28 (Thanksgiving)
junior clinics HOT SHOTS (age 7 and under)
The Hot Shots clinic is designed for players age 7 and under and will utilize the USTA’s Quickstart format. Players will drill and play on a 36 foot court and use the Quickstart format red balls. Participants will be introduced to groundstroke, volley, and serve technique and will perform drills to acquire racquet control. These shots will be used to develop rallying skills, perform drills, and play games. MONDAY 5:30-6:30 pm
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
WEDNESDAY 5:30-6:30 PM
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
HEAVY HITTERS (age 8-9)
The Heavy Hitters clinic is designed for players ages 8 and 9 and will utilize the USTA’s 10 and Under Tennis format. Players will drill and play on a 60 foot court and use the Quickstart format orange balls. Participants will be introduced to groundstroke, volley, and serve technique and will perform drills to acquire racquet control. These shots will be used to develop rallying skills, perform drills, and play games. MONDAY 5:30 - 6:30 pm
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
WEDNESDAY 5:30-6:30 PM
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
Atkins Halloween Bash October 30 $25/person 5:30-8:30 pm Ages 14 and under Get in the Halloween spirit! Wear your Halloween costume and come play some tennis. Win prizes and have fun! Pizza and refreshments will be served. For more information or to sign up contact Christine Stromberg at cstromb2@illinois.edu.
junior clinics FUTURES (age 10-14)
Players eligible for Atkins’ Futures clinic possess the following characteristics: •Are working to possess a strong understanding of groundstroke, volley, and serve technique. •Can use groundstrokes and volleys to play live ball points. •Can rally from the baseline using the Quickstart format green balls and are practicing to rally consistently with full compression balls. •Can hit groundstrokes and volleys with proper technique from a fed ball to targets. MONDAY 5:30-6:30 pm
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
WEDNESDAY 5:30- 6:30 pm
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
CHALLENGERS (age 10-14)
Interested players must consult Brandon Lenfert before enrolling in Challengers. Players eligible for Atkins’ Challenger clinic posses the following characteristics: • Strong understanding of groundstroke, volley, and serve technique and can use these skills to compete without supervision. • Are in the process of learning the stroke technique of specialty shots such as the overhead, return of serve, and approach shot. • Posses sound rallying skills and use full groundstroke swings while rallying success fully from the baseline with topspin. • Know the rules of tennis, can keep score, and are working to gain knowledge of simple singles and doubles strategies. TUESDAY 5:30-7:00 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
THURSDAY 5:30-7:00 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
ITS- Intermediate Training School
Interested players must consult Brandon Lenfert before enrolling into the ITS program. Players eligible for ITS possess the following characteristics: •Improved ability in all aspects of the game and have made a serious commitment to learning the fundamentals of tennis. •Possess circular groundstroke swings, table top volley swings, and a throwing motion for their serve and knowledge of specialty shots including the overhead, return, and approach shot but are working to refine these skills. •Rally from the baseline with topspin, volley with consistency, and are able to use a full service motion to begin points. •Knowledge of simple singles and doubles strategies and are working to gain a stronger understanding of advanced strategies. •Have begun competition in USTA sanctioned tournaments and are making a serious commitment to their tennis. MONDAY 5:30-7:00 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
THURSDAY 5:30-7:00 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
junior clinics HIGH SCHOOL DRILL GROUP (age 14-18)
The high school drill group is open to players of varying skill levels and is designed for players looking to learn the game of tennis or looking to improve their strokes and techniques. The class will be drill focused giving each player the opportunity to focus on his/ her own strengths and weaknesses. Players interested should consult Brandon Lenfert prior to registering. MONDAY 7:00-8:30 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
THURSDAY 7:00-8:30 pm
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
ATS-Advanced Training School (age 14-18)
Interested players must consult Brandon Lenfert before enrolling into the ATS program. Players eligible for ATS possess the following characteristics: •Advanced stroke technique on all swings including groundstrokes, serves, volleys, returns, overheads, and approach shots. •Consistently rally from the baseline with heavy topspin, volley with depth and underspin, and have a consistent service motion which is able to be hit to targets and with varied spins. •A training focus on match strategy, match play, and tournament competition. •Possess an understanding of singles and doubles strategies. •ATS players compete in USTA sanctioned tournaments or play high school tennis. TUESDAY 5:30-7:30 pm
$144 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
THURSDAY 5:30-7:30 pm
$144PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
JET-Junior Excellence Training
Interested players must consult Brandon Lenfert before enrolling into the JET program. Players eligible for JET possess the following characteristics: •Excellent stroke technique on all swings including groundstrokes, serves, volleys, returns, overheads, and approach shots. •Consistently rally from the baseline with heavy topspin, volley with depth and underpin, use all court shots with various spins, and have a consistent service motion which is able to be hit to targets and with varied spins. •A training focus on match strategy, competition, mental toughness, and physical conditioning. •Possess an understanding and ability to execute advanced singles and doubles strategies. Students eligible for admission NCAA Institution or who have started their Senior •JET players regularly competeto in aUSTA sanctioned tournaments year in High School may only participate in clinics to develop fundamental skills. MONDAY 6:30-8:30 pm $144 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) WEDNESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
$144 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES)
adult clinics Adult Level 1
This clinic is designed for beginners age 19 and older. Players are new to the game and lack consistency and directional control when rallying. The program is developed in conjunction with the USTA and emphasizes basic fundamentals and stroke development. MONDAY 8:00-9:00 pm
*DROP INS ONLY IF SPACE ALLOWS
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $16 DROP IN
Adult Level 2
The Level II clinic is designed for players who are able to serve, are comfortable playing at the net, and rally consistently from the baseline. However, they lack control when swinging for power and spin. Players in this level possess a NTRP rating from 2.5 to 3.0. TUESDAY 7:00-8:00 pm
*DROP INS ONLY IF SPACE ALLOWS
$78 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $16 DROP IN
Adult Level 1 &2 Drill and Play
This clinic is designed as a supplement to Adult Level 1 and Adult Level 2. Players will build on what they learn in additional drilling and playing situations. SATURDAY 8:00 AM-9:30 AM
*DROP INS ONLY IF SPACE ALLOWS
$90 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) DROP IN $18
Ladies’ Morning Drill
This drill is designed for ladies for ladies’ with an NTRP rating of 3.0-4.0. This fast paced drill clinic incorporates singles and doubles match strategy into each drill. Wednesday 9:00-10:30 am
$90 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $18 DROP IN
***Drop ins will only be allowed for adult clinics when space permits. If the class is full, drop in will not be accepted. ***
adult clinics Intermediate Co-Ed Night
This clinic is designed for men and women who possess an NTRP rating of 3.0 - 3.5. This moderately paced drill will emphasize doubles and singles strategy and technical development of strokes. WEDNESDAY 7:00-8:30 pm
*DROP INS ONLY IF SPACE ALLOWS
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $22 DROP IN
Advanced Co-Ed Night
This clinic is designed for men and women who possess an NTRP rating of 4.0 and 4.5. This fast paced, high intensity clinic will emphasize doubles and singles strategy concepts for the highest level of players. TUESDAY 6:30-8:00 PM
*DROP INS ONLY IF SPACE ALLOWS
$108 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $22 DROP IN
Stroke of the Day
Stroke of the Day is open to players of all abilities and will focus on one specific stroke or a series of related strokes. This is the perfect clinic for players looking to improve their stroke technique during their lunch hour.
TUESDAY 12:00-1:00 pm
$60 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $12 DROP IN
Boot Camp
Atkins’ most intense adult clinic features conditioning and tennis drills. Open to players of all abilities, participants can expect a high energy and physically challenging drill session. FRIDAY 12:00-1:00 pm
$60 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $12 DROP IN
Cardio Tennis
Cardio Tennis is open to players of all abilities looking to get a work out in on the tennis court. This clinic incorporates tennis and conditioning into fun tennis drills. MONDAY 10:00-11:00 am
$60 PER SESSION (6 CLASSES) $12 DROP IN
leagues League Policies • • •
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Balls will be provided for each match and are available at Atkins’ front desk. Court time is included in league fees. Substitutes will be arranged by the league coordinator. If a substitute is needed, please contact Atkins’ front desk at (217) 244-8562 and indicate the date you will be missing and the league you participate in. Refunds or credits will not be given in the event a league participant needs a sub. A current NTRP rating or consent of an Atkins instructor may be required. All players must wear court shoes. Running shoes will not be allowed. Junior College and High School students are not eligible to participate in leagues unless required as a substitute.
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday League Session Dates Session
Dates
Conflict Dates
I
September 7-October 18
TBD
II
October 19-December 13
TBD
League costs are determined by the number of times each league meets.
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Leagues League
Day / Time
Session I Cost
Session II Cost
3.0-3.5 Men’s Doubles
Sunday: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
TBD
TBD
3.0-3.5 Women’s Doubles
Sunday: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
TBD
TBD
3.5+ Men’s Singles
Sunday: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
TBD
TBD
3.5+ Men’s Doubles
Monday: 8:30 - 10:00 pm
TBD
3.5+ Women’s Doubles
Tuesday: 7:30 - 9:00 pm
TBD TBD
Saturday Leagues This is an outdoor league. All matches are weather permitting. League
Day / Time
Cost
3.5 Singles
Saturday: 9:00-11:00 am
$16/ league date
Winter and Spring League information will be released at a later date once Illinois Tennis’ home match schedule is finalized. Contact Teri Scaggs at atkinsleagues@aol.com for more information regarding Atkins Leagues.
Adult special events ADULT DOUBLES MIXERS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 6:00-9:00 pm $20/PERSON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 6:00-9:00 pm $20/PERSON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 6:00-9:00 PM $20/PERSON Enjoy a fun night of mixed doubles in a round robin format followed by refreshments. Contact Brandon Lenfert at bdlenfer@illinois.edu for more information or to sign up!
ATKINS TENNIS CENTER ADULT OPEN
PRESENTED BY SUNDAY OCTOBER 4 $20/ TEAM One day doubles tournament. Draws will be determined after entries are submitted. Flights are listed below: Women’s 3.5
Women’s Open
Men’s 3.5
Men’s Open
Parent/Child
Contact Christine Stromberg at cstromb2@illinois.edu for more information or to register. Entry forms available at the front desk. Registration due by Thursday, October 8
Junior special events Keagan Bannon Memorial Open December 18-20, 2015 This is a USTA sanctioned junior singles tournament for girls and boys who have competitive experience. The tournament features three age divisions: 16 & under, 14 & under, and 12 & under. Juniors from around the USTA Midwest Section compete in tournaments like the Keegan Bannon Memorial Open to improve their USTA touranment ranking. The tournament is named in honor of Keegan Bannon who was an outstanding young man, a member of Atkins’ junior clinic programs, and who attended Champaign Central High School. Registration: To sign up for the Keegan Bannon Memorial Open, log onto www.usta.com/tennislink, click on ‘Tournaments,’ and enter tournament identification number ‘856102015 ’ to register. Call (217) 244-8562 for more information.
Registration Closes: December 15
ATKINS TENNIS CENTER JSM CHALLENGER JUNIOR OPEN Sunday, October 4 $20/ PERSON One day unsanctioned singles tournament. Players will compete in age flighted draws. Flights are listed below: BG 14 and Under
BG 15-18
Entry forms available at the front desk. Registration due by Thursday, October 1
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SPECIAL EVENTS CONTACT CHRISTINE STROMBERG AT CSTROMB2@ILLINOIS.EDU
Grand Slam Tennis
GRAND SLAM TENNIS Ages 10-18 years old Dates TBD Be on the look out for more information Cost $20.00 Grand slam tennis offers a competitive and fun match play opportunity for players in a team tennis format. Players will be broken up into teams and play team tennis matches to work on singles and doubles strategy. For more information or to sign up contact Christine Stromberg at cstromb2@illinois.edu