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Participation in Youth Sports

 

It has been estimated that 22 million

children and youth, ages 6 to 18, are involved in organized sports outside of

school (Poinsett, 1996). Research indicates that participation in sports can promote healthy development. According to the American Sport Education Program (1994), sports participation:

  • Builds an appreciation of personal health and fitness

  • Develops a positive self-image

  • Teaches how to work as part of a  team

  • Develops social skills with other children and adults (such as taking turns and sharing playing time)

  • Teaches both how to manage   success and disappointment

  • Teaches how to respect others

Tennis Court Reservations
8 NEW courts are available at Glastonbury High School. Reservations are accepted by calling 652-7679 from May 15-October 30, 2007.
  • Reservations can’t be made more than one day in advance (singles limited to 1 hour; doubles limited to 2 hours).         
  • Evening reservations (after 5:00 p.m.) for the same day accepted until noon.
  • Lighted courts (1-4) can be turned on by players at the court (activated until 10:00 p.m.)
  • Both lighted and unlighted courts available first come first serve unless reserved or scheduled.
  • Availability may be limited due to programs.

Tennis Lesson Registration

The last number of each code denotes the session. For example, 123282 is session 2, Child AM Tennis. When registering, list the number & letter sequence. Racket required. Beginner is for those with little or no tennis experience. Adv. Beginner is for those who are able to consistently make contact with the ball on both the forehand and backhand. Intermediate is for those who understand the rules of the game, command a forehand and backhand, and rally 10 strokes. All lessons take place at the Glastonbury High School Tennis Courts.

 

Morning Tennis Lessons

(Child:Ages 7-16; Adult: Ages 17 and up)

Classes meet for 45 minutes daily. Baby sitting available for adult lessons (18 months & older).

 

Tennis Lessons

Child AM Tennis Session 1      123281-(Letters)

Child AM Tennis Session 2      123282-(Letters)

Child AM Tennis Session 3      123283-(Letters)

Child AM Tennis Session 4      123284-(Letters)

Adult AM Tennis Session 1     122281-(Letters)

Adult AM Tennis Session 2     122282-(Letters)

Adult AM Tennis Session 3     122283-(Letters)

Adult AM Tennis Session 4     122284-(Letters)

 

FEE:                    Child: $25/session; Adult: $45/session    

SESSION 1:          June 23-July 3 (No Class 7/4)

SESSION 2:          July 7-18

SESSION 3:          July 21-August 1

SESSION 4:          August 4-15

 

Child AM Tennis Lessons
Classes listed below all indicate 1st Session
Level
8:00A
8:50A
9:40A
10:30A
Beginner
123281-AA
123281-AB
123281-AC
123281-AD
Adv. Beginner
123281-BA
123281-BB
123281-BC
123281-BD
Intermediate
 
123281-CA
123281-CB
 

 

Adult AM Tennis Lessons
Classes listed below all indicate 1st Session
Level
11:20A
Beginner
122281-AA
Adv. Beginner
122281-BA
Intermediate
122281-CA

 

Evening Tennis Lessons

(Child: Ages 7-16; Adult: Ages 17 and up)

Meets 2 nights per week for 4 weeks for 55 minutes.

 

Tennis Lessons

Child PM Tennis Session 1      123291-(Letters)

Child PM Tennis Session 2      123292-(Letters)

 

Adult PM Tennis Session 1     122291-(Letters)

Adult PM Tennis Session 2     122292-(Letters)

 

FEE:              Child: $29/session; Adult: $49/session    

SESSION 1:    June 23-July 17

SESSION 2:    July 21-August 14

 

Child PM Tennis Lessons Session 1
Classes listed below all indicate 1st Session
Level
5:00P
6:00P
Beginner Mon/Wed
123291-AA
123291-AB
Beginner Tues/Thurs
123291-AC
123291-AD
Adv. Beginner Mon/Wed
123291-BA
123291-BB
Adv. Beginner Tues/Thurs
123291-BC
123291-BD
Intermediate Mon/Wed
 
123291-CA
Intermediate Tues/Thurs
 
123291-CB

 

Adult PM Tennis Lessons Session 1
Classes listed below all indicate 1st Session
 
Level
Mon / Wed 7:00P
Tues / Thurs 7:00P
Beginner
122291-AA
122291-AB
Adv. Beginner
122291-BA
122291-BC
Intermediate
 
122291-CA

 

USTA QuickStart Tennis

(Children ages 10 & under)

Follows the philosophy that tennis can be taught to young children in a “game” format as opposed to the traditional “lesson” format. Reduced court sizes, shorter racquets, foam and low compression balls and modified scoring allow the younger player to compete in an instructional environment.  Volunteer coaches are needed for each team. If you know little about tennis-DON’T WORRY!

 

Junior Tennis Teams

QuickStart ages 5-8                 105129-AA

QuickStart ages 8-10               105129-BB

 

FEE:                 $38/child

MEETS:             Ages 5-8 Monday & Wednesday

                       9:30-10:30 a.m. 36’ court

                       Ages 8-10 Tuesday & Thursday

                       9:30-10:30 a.m. 60’ court

DATES:             July 7-August 7

LOCATION:        GHS Tennis Courts

 

Junior Team Tennis

(Children ages 7-17 who Command a Forehand)

Teaches basic competitive skills to novice players and experienced coaching to advanced players.

 

Junior Tennis Teams

Junior Tennis Team       105129-DD

 

FEE:                       $60/person      

MEETS:                   Monday-Thursday 1:00-3:00 p.m

DATES:                   June 23-August 7

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