ATKINS TENNIS CENTER Atkins Tennis Center University of Illinois 1410 W. St. Mary’s Road Urbana, IL 61801 Phone: (217) 244-8562 Fax: (217) 244-5112
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Hours of Operation
The Atkins Tennis Center will operate under the following hours beginning May 25, 2015 (Memorial Day) through Monday, September 7, 2015 (Labor Day)
Monday - Friday 7:00 am- 9:00 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: May 25, 2015 (Memorial Day) July 4, 2015 (Independence Day) September 7, 2015 (Labor Day)
ATKINS POLICIES All patrons of the Atkins Tennis Center must follow the policies outlined below: 1. Players using either the indoor and outdoor courts must check in at the front desk before entering the courts. 2. All players must wear shoes with a non-marking, rubber sole. RUNNING SHOES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE COURT. 3. No food or drink shall be taken on court except water in plastic containers. 4. Tennis attire is to be worn while on court. Shirts must be worn at all times. 5. Cursing, yelling, racquet throwing, abuse to court surface, walls, fence, or ceiling will not be tolerated. 6. It is University policy that all lessons be taught by the Atkins teaching staff. 7. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted anywhere on the Atkins Tennis Center property. 8. 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 which disturbs players on court will not be tolerated. 9. The University of Illinois holds no responsibility for injuries, accidents, or lost or stolen articles. 10. Court time, lessons, clinics, or Pro-Shop items should be paid for with cash, check, or credit card. If paying with check, a driver’s license or UIN number must appear on the check. Atkins accepts VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express cards.
ATKINS POLICIES All patrons of the Atkins Tennis Center must follow the policies outlined below: 1. Players using either the indoor and outdoor courts must check in at the front desk before entering the courts. 2. All players must wear shoes with a non-marking, rubber sole. RUNNING SHOES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE COURT. 3. No food or drink shall be taken on court except water in plastic containers. 4. Tennis attire is to be worn while on court. Shirts must be worn at all times. 5. Cursing, yelling, racquet throwing, abuse to court surface, walls, fence, or ceiling will not be tolerated. 6. It is University policy that all lessons be taught by the Atkins teaching staff. 7. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted anywhere on the Atkins Tennis Center property. 8. 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 which disturbs players on court will not be tolerated. 9. The University of Illinois holds no responsibility for injuries, accidents, or lost or stolen articles. 10. Court time, lessons, clinics, or Pro-Shop items should be paid for with cash, check, or credit card. If paying with check, a driver’s license or UIN number must appear on the check. Atkins accepts VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express cards.
ATKINS CLINIC POLICIES The following registration and clinic policies apply to all clinic participants: PAYMENT FOR ALL ADULT AND JUNIOR CLINICS IS DUE UPON REGISTRATION. Clinic participants will not be allowed to reserve a space in the clinic without payment - NO EXCEPTIONS. 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) 2448562 as soon as possible with any situation you feel warrants consideration. Waiting until after the session is over before contacting management may result in loss of refund consideration. CREDITS WILL NOT BE OFFERED FOR MISSED CLINICS. FREE CLINIC DAYS WILL BE OFFERED AT THE END OF EACH SESSION FOR MAKE UP SESSIONS *All clinic participants must wear tennis shoes while on court. **A minimum of 4 participants are required for a class to run
CLINIC SESSION DATES
ALL SESSIONS WILL MEET FOR 3 WEEKS
SESSION # SESSION I SESSION II SESSION III
DATES June 7-June 27 June 28-July 18 July 19- August 15
CONFLICTS 6/12 none 7/27-7/31
Additional conflict dates may be added due to weather or Atkins events. Information regarding additional conflict dates will be immediately communicated to participants.
ATKINS CLINICS ADULT CLINICS USA 1-2-3 This clinic is designed for beginners age 19 and older. Players are new to the game and lack consistency and directional control. The program is developed in conjunction witht the USTA and emphasizes basic fundamentals and stroke development.
Monday 5:30-6:30 pm $39 per session $16 Drop On
Advanced Co-ed Night This clinic is designed for men and women who possess an NTRP rating of 4.0 and above. This fast paced, high intensity clinic will emphasize doubles and singles strategy concepts for the highest level of players.
Monday 6:30-8:00 pm $54 per session $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 $30 per session $12 Drop In
Ladies Morning Drill This clinic is designed for women who possess an NTRP rating between 3.0-4.0. This clinic will focus on doubles concepts for a variety of levels and playing styles. Get your morning started right with a great workout while improving your game!
Wednesday 9:00-10:30 am $45 per session $18 Drop In
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 6:00-7:30 pm $54 per session $22 Drop In
Drill and Play This clinic is designed to supplement USA 123 and Adult Level 2. Players will build on what they learn in additional drilling and playing situations.
Thursday 6:00-7:30 pm $54 per session $22 drop in
Boot Camp Boot Camp is a high intensity clinic designed for players of all abilities. Expect a fast paced, high energy workout that includes both tennis and footwork drills.
Friday 12:00-1:00 pm $30 per session $12 drop in
ATKINS CLINICS HOT SHOTS (age 7 & under) The Hot Shots clinic is designed for players age 8 and under and will utilize the USTA’s 10 and Under Tennis format. Players will drill and play on a 36 foot court and use the 10 and Under Tennis format red and foam 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 12:30-1:30 pm
$39 per session
Wednesday 12:30-1:30 pm
$39 per session
HEAVY HITTERS (age 8 &9) The Heavy Hitters clinic is designed for players ages 9 and 10 and will utilize the USTA’s 10 and Under Tennis format. Players will drill and play on a 60 foot court and use the 10 and under 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 12:30-1:30 pm
$39 per session
Wednesday 12:30-1:30 pm
$39 per session
Free Clinic Days Want to play more tennis, try out tennis, or make up for a day of class you missed? Come out and join the Atkins teaching staff for a free 1 hour clinic. Friday, June 26
11:00 am -12:00 pm
Friday, July 17
11:00 am -12:00 pm
Friday, August 14
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
ATKINS SUMMER TRAINING CAMP SUMMER TRAINING CAMP offers a 3 hour program to the 10-14 age group which incorporates the drills from Atkins clinics with match play and provides a well rounded training program. Players will get a break between drills and match play and coaches will incorportate cross training activities. SUMMER TRAINING CAMP (age 10-14)
Futures
Challengers
ITS
Players eligible for Atkins’ Players eligible for Atkins’ Futures clinic possess the Challenger clinic posses the following characteristics: following characteristics:
Players eligible for ITS possess the following characteristics:
• 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 10 and Under Tennis format green balls and are practicing to rally consistently with full compression balls. •Can hit groundstrokes & volleys with proper technique from a fed ball to targets.
•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.
• 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 successfully 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 9:00 am -12:00 pm
$108 per session
Thursday 9:00-12:00 pm
$108 per session
ATKINS 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 must be in high school to be eligible to participate in this class Tuesday 12:00-2:00 pm
$72 per session
Thursday 12:00 -2:00 pm
$72 per session
ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL (ATS) 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. • Training focus on match strategy, match play, and tournament competition. •Possess an understanding of singles and doubles strategies. • Compete in USTA sanctioned tournaments or play high school tennis. Monday 11:30am-2:00 pm
$90 per session
Wednesday 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
$90 per session
JUNIOR EXCELLENCE TRAINING (JET) 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 underspin, 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. •JET players regularly compete in USTA sanctioned tournaments. Tuesday 11:30 am -2:30 pm
$108 per session
Wednesday 11:30 am -2:30 pm
$108 per session
Thursday11:30 am-2:30 pm
$108 per session
ATKINS PRIVATE LESSONS
Head Tennis Professional
Instructional Staff Members
Brandon Lenfert, Head Pro
Emily Carbone- Ernie Baillon Evan Dorner - Heidi Waddell
Senior Instructional Staff Members
Developmental Staff Members* Mitch Zavesky - Cody Johnson Scott Spitze - Mahir Dalwani Tyrus Skaer
Jim Tressler, Director Christine Stromberg, Asst. Pro 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. Private Lesson Rates
Head Pro
Senior Staff
Instructional Staff
Developmental Staff
One Hour
$55
$52
$46
$40
Half Hour
$28
$26
$23
$20
Group Instruction
Group lessons may 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. Senior Staff
Instructional Staff
Developmental Staff
$28/person $26 / person
$24 / person
$20 / person
Three Players
$22/person
$20 / person
$18 / person
$14 / person
Four Players
$18/person $17 / person
$15 / person
$11 / person
Group Lesson Rates Two Players
Head Pro
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 instruc-
tor 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.
EVENTS Events To Play MSITA Closed Midwest Qualifier BG 12-18
Orange and Green Ball Tournaments BG 10 & under Entry Level Tournaments High School Players
June 5-9 Register at tennislink.usta.com ID # 856150315 TBD Register at tennislink.usta.com TBD Register at tennislink.usta.com
Events To Watch USTA Midwest G18 Marian Wood Baird Cup
June 12-14, 2015
USTA B18 National Team Championship
July 25-28, 2015
The top 18 and under girls from the Midwest Section represent their district to compete in a unique team format.
The nations top ranked 18 and under boys compete with their section in a college match format for a National Championship.
USTA Pro Circuit Futures of Champaign $15K August 8-15, 2015 Pros looking to make their mark from around the world compete for a total purse of $15,000.