NETT at WR&FC Tennis Program

Welcome to New England Team Tennis (Directed by Eric Meyer) at Westford Racquet & Fitness Club. Our tennis program is designed to teach the great sport of tennis to players of all ages from beginners all the way to nationally ranked players. The tennis program consists of clinics, private lessons, play days, a junior traveling team and much more.

Westford Racquet & Fitness Club offers tennis lessons for children and adults ages 3 years and older. Listed below are the days and times that are offered.

Tennis Lesson Schedule

NETT/WESTFORD RACQUET & FITNESS CLUB’S2010 Fall Session Tennis Lessons
Session Starts September 7th! Register Now!

10 WEEK JUNIOR PROGRAM:

JUNIOR CLINICS
Junior clinics are broken down into 10 week sessions and will begin on Tuesday, September 7th. Space is limited and will be given on a first-come-first-served basis. For juniors (18 years old and younger) there are five levels of programs. Programs are listed below with days, times, and rates (member/non-member).

Pee Wee (ages 3-6)
This clinic uses the Quick Start format with larger tennis balls, a smaller net and smaller racquets. Kids will learn the basics of tennis through fun interactive games using age appropriate props. No membership is required and racquets will be provided.

3-4 yr old
Tue 9:30-10:00 AM $125/$125 (Member/Non-member)
Wed 4:00-4:30 PM $125/$125
Thur 2:00-2:30 PM $125/$125
Sun 9:30-10:00 AM $125/$140

5-6 yr old
Tue 10:00-11:00 AM $250/$250
Tue 5:30-6:30 PM $250/$250
Wed 4:30-5:30 PM $250/$250
Thur 2:30-3:30 PM $250/$250
Sun 910:00-11:00 AM $250/$280

Rookies (Beginner ages 7-18)
This clinic is for the player with little or no previous tennis experience. Students will learn basic tennis skills including grips, proper technique, rules, scoring, etiquette, etc. Ratio 6:1

7-12 yr old
Mon 4:30-5:30 PM $265/$295 (Member/Non-Member)
Tue 3:30-4:30 PM $265/$295
Wed 5:30-6:30 PM $265/$295
Thur 4:30-5:30 PM $265/$295
Fri 4:00-5:00 PM $265/$295
Sun 11:00-12:00 PM $265/$295

13-18 yr old
Tue 3:30-4:30 PM $265/$295
Sun 10:30-11:30 AM $265/$295

Minors (Advanced Beginner ages 7-18)
This clinic is for those who have a grasp on the basic strokes and grips but lack overall consistency. Coaches will continue to work with students on technique and start to put all the strokes together in a live ball format. Ratio 6:1

7-12 yr old
Mon 5:30-6:30 PM $265/$295 (Member/Non-member)
Tue 5:30-6:30 PM $265/$295
Wed 5:30-6:30 PM $2565/$295
Thur 5:30-6:30 PM $265/$295
Fri 5:00-6:00 PM $265/$295
Sun 12:00-1:00 PM $265/$295

13-18 yr
Mon 5:30-6:30 PM $265/$295(Member/Non-member)
Thur 4:00-5:30 PM $398/$443
Sun 11:30-1:00 PM $398/$443

Majors (Intermediate ages 10-18)
This program is an introduction to tournament level play and training. Players should be participating on their high school team, beginning to play USTA tournaments, or of the equivalent. This group focuses more on footwork, strategy and point play. The fitness room may be used to improve on player’s conditioning and strength. Players will receive a NETT/WR&FC sweatshirt. Ratio 5:1

10-18 yr
Tues 4:00-5:30 PM $450/$480(Member/Non-member)
Fri 4:00-5:30 PM $450/$480
Sun 1:00-3:00 PM $600/$640

All-Stars (High Level Tournament Players age 13-18)
This program is for serious tournament players only. The program will consist of footwork and conditioning, intense drilling, simulated point play, strategic match play, mental toughness training, and more. Players will receive an All-Stars notebook and an NETT/WR&FC sweatshirt. Ratio 5:1

13-18 yr
Tue 4:30-6:30 PM $600/$680 (Members/Non-members)
Thur 4:30-6:30 PM $600/$680
Sun 3:00-5:30 PM $750/$850

Junior Traveling Team (ages 10-18)
This traveling team is for juniors 10 years and older who can serve, keep score and play a match. Players should be of the Majors or All-Stars level. The team plays in the North Shore League and competes against local area clubs. Practices are held during the week and matches are held each Saturday afternoon against other area clubs. The season runs for three sessions, from September through March. (Price is per session). Please note you may opt to attend the practices and not play the matches.

Boy’s Practice Mon 3:30-5:30 PM $400/$440 (10 wks)
Girl’s Practice Wed 3:30-5:30 PM $400/$440 (10 wks)

Match Play (Minors-All-Stars)
Structured match play will be offered on most Saturday afternoons. Courts will be broken down by levels and players are guaranteed a competitive match.

Saturday 4:30-6:30 PM $30/session


10 WEEK ADULT PROGRAM:

Adult Clinics
Adult clinics are broken down into 10-week sessions and will begin on Tuesday, September 7th. Space is limited and will be given on a first-come-first-served basis. For adults there are three levels of programs.

Tennis 101 (Beginner)
This clinic is for the player with little or no previous tennis experience. Students will learn basic tennis skills including grips, proper technique, rules, scoring, history, etc. Ratio 6:1

Mon 7:30-8:30 PM $265/$295 Member/Non-Member
Wed 10:00-11:00 AM $265/$295
Fri 11:00-12:00 PM $265/$295
Sun 8:30-9:30AM $265/$295

Tennis 102 (Advanced Beginner)
This clinic is for those who have a grasp on the basic strokes and grips but lack overall consistency. Coaches will continue to work with students on technique and start to put all the strokes together in a live ball format. Ratio 6:1

Wed 11:00-12:00 PM $265/$295 Member/Non-Member
Wed 7:30-9:00 PM $398/$443
Thur 11:30-1:00 PM $398/$443
Fri 5:30-7:00 PM $398/$443
Sun 9:30-10:30 AM $265/$295

Advanced Drilling
This clinic is for those playing team, USTA tournaments or the equivalent. Drills will be fast paced with a focus on strategy. Ratio 4:1

Mon 6:30-8:00 PM $450/$480 Member/Non-Member
Sun 10:30-12:00 PM $450/$480

Cardio Tennis (All levels)
This is a fast paced one hour workout for players of all levels. Focus is on getting the heart rate up and improving on your conditioning.

Mon 6:30-7:30 PM $160/$200 Member/Non-Member
Tue 9:00-10:00 AM $160/$200
Wed 1:30-2:30 PM $160/$200
Fri 1:30-2:30 PM $160/$200
Sun 9:00-10:00 AM $160/$200

Stroke of the Week (All Levels)
Want to focus in on one specific shot each week? We now offer a "Stroke of the Week" clinic that is broken down into ten different strokes. Drop-ins welcome.

Tuesday 10:00-11:00 AM $160/$200 Member/Non-Member
Tuesday 1:00-2:00 PM $160/$200
Thur 10:00-11:00 AM $160/$200
Thur 1:00-2:00 PM $160/$200

No Partner? No Problem. (All Levels)
This is a guaranteed match play program. The pro will match you up with other of equal ability and will play in when needed. Drop-ins welcome.

Monday 12:30-1:30 PM $160/$200 Member/Non-Member
Tuesday 11:00-12:00 PM $160/$200
Friday 6:30-7:30 AM $160/$200

Early Bird Workout (Advanced Beginner and up)
Come get the juices flowing bright and early in the morning. Drills will be fast paced in order to work up a good sweat and help prepare you for a productive day.

Mon 6:00-7:30 AM $300/$375 Member/Non-Member
Wed 6:00-7:30 AM $300/$375

Additional Adult Programs

In-House Leagues
For those players looking for some great competition but are not quite ready for a team, we offer In-House Leagues. These leagues are competitive but there is no travel involved. The leagues run for 8 weeks throughout the season.

Women’s Doubles Wed 9-10:30 AM
Working Women’s Doubles Thur 6:30-8 PM

Tennis Socials (All levels)
Twice per month, the tennis staff will organize a Friday or Saturday evening event. Mixed doubles scrambles, pro-ams, in-house tournaments, etc.

Private Lessons
Private lessons are available with all tennis professionals. Rates are as follows for 1 Hour, ½ Hour and 2 Players/1 Hour. Non-members add $5 more per lesson.

Eric Meyer $88 $49 $93
Barry Ndinya $84 $47 $89
Staff Pros $78 $44 $83

Adult Teams
For those players looking for some terrific competition, our adult team program has a spot for you. WR&FC teams compete in the North Shore League, Dorothy Bruno League and the Central Mass League. In these leagues, club teams compete against other local area clubs. Below is a list of the teams offered.

Women’s Teams:
North Shore A Upper
North Shore A Lower Serena
North Shore A Lower Venus
North Shore A1 Upper
North Shore B1 Upper

Bruno I
Bruno II

Central Mass Working Women A
Central Mass Working Women B

Women’s Singles League

Men’s Teams:
North Shore A
North Shore A1
North Shore B1

Adult Team Practices
The teaching staff organizes coached practices for our team players. The focus during these practice sessions is on strategy and match situations.
Ratio (Student/Pro) Cost per Student
4:1 1 Pro / 1 Court $32.00/1.5 Hrs
8:1 1 Pros / 2 Courts $24.00/1.5 Hrs
12:2 2 Pros / 3 Courts $26.00/1.5 Hrs

Create Your Own Clinics
If days and times of programs offered do not fit your schedule or you would like to form your own group please contact Eric Meyer, Director of Tennis.


REGISTRATION:

Session 1 - Fall ‘10

Session 1 starts September 7th. The session runs through November 14, 2010.

10 classes for this session.

Registration Dates:
Members: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Currently Enrolled: Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Open Registration: Thursday, August 12, 2010

Please come to Westford Racquet & Fitness Club to register.

Email Eric Meyer at: newenglandteamtennis@yahoo.com