Junior Development Program
RHCC Tennis Learning Center
Junior Tennis Introduction and Skills Development Program
Our goal is provide excellence in our junior tennis coaching programs along with providing exceptional facilities for players of all ages and abilities. Firstly, we wish to help fulfill the tennis goals as well as meet each players potential, including achievement at the highest level in the sport. Our programs are designed to include a wide range of player ability and player objectives. If you are looking to hit the ball, improve your technique, or meet new players with a similar interest then developmental recreational tennis is for you. As well, our highly trained staff can coach and guide you along if you are serious about long term development and competitive tennis.
As comprehensive development program, Richmond Hill Country Club has received recognition as a national and provincial level program. The program offers a tremendous access to significant U.S. universities, recruiters and coaches. Richmond Hill Country Club Tennis Academy offers training linked to various tennis programs, including Ontario Tennis Association sponsored programs including the Provincial Team Regroupings, NTC National Programs, Mini Tennis and Progressive Tennis Programs for all levels. In addition our coaches have passed and received coaching certification of the highest levels from the USPTR, USPTA, United States Tennis Academy, Tennis Canada and other national federations.
Players are able to register for 12 months or take part in seasonal sessions. For long term goal oriented players we offer the Elite Junior Tennis Academy.
Along the most comprehensive facilities and coaching staff in the Greater Toronto Area, including health and fitness facilities we are located in Richmond Hill only 30 minutes from most locales in the GTA. We also offer Adult Tennis Programs, which are open to players of all ages and abilities. New players may begin with a Program Membership but then discover the benefits and program rewards associated with one of our other memberships. Players are able to supplement their group program with individual private tennis lessons and a wider range of tennis programs including regular scheduled Group Play, Leagues and Special Events.
Take a moment to review our Summer Tennis Academy and Camps. Our facilities include 9 indoor tennis courts, 11 clay courts, 5 floodlit outdoor tennis courts and a modern fitness floor. Tennis at the Richmond Hill Country has never been in better shape.
Registration Criteria
Players are placed according to their age, experience and ability. The Club reserves the right to change placements based on ongoing recommendations of the coaching staff. The club also reserves the right to make changes to class times and player groups to accommodate a group learning environment.
Parent, court appointed custodian or legal guardian meets financial requirements and signs Richmond Hill Tennis Learning Centre Registration Form and Initials Schedule for Junior Development Program Registration.
Junior Development
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Description of Tiers:
Tier I Junior Tennis – Essential Stroke Development Program
Ages 6-16
For both recreational players and development players wishing to advance into the competitive stream. Players are grouped according to their age and abilities.
Entry level progressive development program of 1-2 hours per week for the session selected.
Also, this program is recommended for players in the need of re-tooling their existing skill set.
Players will learn tennis terminology that will be important for their development.
Develop tennis fundamentals and athletic skills.
Prepare students for advancement.
Develop a keen interest for a lifetime sport.
Progress reports.
Skill testing.
Periodic evaluations every 12-14 weeks so that adjustments to the program, class times and groups may be instituted.
Tier II Junior Tennis – Skill Building and Advanced Stroke Development
Ages 6-16
For both recreational players and development players wishing to advance into the competitive stream. Players are grouped according to their age and abilities.
Advanced development program of 2 – 4 hours per week for the session selected.
Learn etiquette and point play terminology for tactical and technical development.
Players will go through technical training using cooperative player training methods.
Players will learn to play with sound essential techniques.
Strategies to perform basic point play situations.
Participation in regular scheduled round robins and mini tournaments.
Applied fitness components emphasizing dexterity, coordination, flexibility and speed.
Skill testing once per session.
Player progress reports.
Video Analysis for advancement into an upper Tier
Groups will be arranged by the coaching staff.
Tier III Junior Tennis Competitive – Tournament Preparation and Provincial Competitive Training
Ages 8 – 18
For competitive goal oriented players. Players are grouped according to their skills and abilities
Tournament development program of 4 or 6 hours per week for the session selected.
Technical training with systematic concepts and progressive drills.
Skills testing, 3 times per year.
Optional match play programs and round robins.
Learning of skills required to execute various game styles, strategies and tactics.
Video analysis, 2 times per year.
Personalize development plan for each player.
Applied fitness components emphasizing dexterity, coordination, flexibility and speed.
Tier IV Junior Tennis Competitive – Tournament Training
Ages 12 – 18
For competitive goal oriented players. Players are grouped according to their skills and abilities.
For players who are preparing for entry into high level provincial and national level events as well as this level will serve a prerequisite training for the Tier V Junior Tennis Competitive – University Tennis Program. These players are committed to establishing developmental as well as competitive goals.
Entry will be restricted to players who have completed and met the minimum requirements in the Competitive Planning Program.
Competitive Planning Program includes:
Technical video analysis
Skills test
Tie-breaker test
Tactical analysis
Fitness test
Complete Technical, Tactical and Competitive Goal Setting Forms
Tier V Junior Tennis – University Tennis Program
Ages 12 – 18
For players who have an established and realistic profile for pursuing a spot on a college or university men’s or women’s team. These players have a realistic chance of competing in national level events and have completed and met the minimum requirements in the Competitive Planning Program. These students will receive assistance and guidance with college and university applications and placement. Priority will be given to students of high school age with a national level competitive profile. Optional Individual Lesson Packages available in this program.
Competitive Planning Program includes:
Technical video analysis
Skills test
Tie-breaker test
Tactical analysis
Fitness test
Complete Technical, Tactical and Competitive Goal Setting Forms
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