ADULT
TENNIS

 
 
 

Tennis 301

Advanced level class for players who want to work on their games through a combination of drills and competitive play.  Players are encouraged (but not required) to stay after class for match play on their own.  (8:1)

Date:  Mon/Wed  July 28 - Aug 13; 8:00 - 9:00am  (Instructor:  Karyle Kramer)
            Mon/Wed  July 7 - 23; 6:00 - 7:00pm  (Instructor:  Sandi McKenzie)
Ages: 18 yrs & up
Fee:  $65

Cardio Tennis

GENERAL TENNIS INFORMATION

All classes held at South Whidbey High School tennis courts. 

What to Bring:  Please bring a tennis racquet, water bottle and wear appropriate tennis shoes.  Loaner racquets available.  Student/instructor ratio indicated in brackets.

Inclement Weather:  Make-up days will be arranged by individual instructors.  Call 221-5484 after 8:00am if uncertain about the meeting of a class.

INSTRUCTORS:

Teresa Wheeler returns as our summer director of tennis.  She has been teaching tennis to South Whidbey children and adults since the summer of 1990.  She is a certified USPTA Developmental Coach with a special interest in teaching tennis to new players and welcoming back former players.  To contact Teresa, email her at twheeler@whidbey.com.

Karyle Kramer has taught tennis on South Whidbey for 20 years and has playing and coaching experience on multiple levels.  She is a certified USPTA Developmental Coach.  To contact Karyle, email her at kkandnb@whidbey.com or call her at 321-8499.

Tracie Mitchem, our USPTA, PTR certified teaching professional will be on court with programs for all ages and abilities for the SW tennis community.  Private and semi-private lessons available.  To contact Tracie, email her at Tracietennis@yahoo.com

Sandi McKenzie has taught and played tennis for 30 years.  She currently plays on several USTA teams and coaches at SW High School.  To contact Sandi, email her at mckenzie6640@hotmail.com or call her at 331-6640. 

Cardio Tennis is a  fun group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities a high-energy work-out.  Class includes a warm-up cardio workout and cool down phases all done with great music!  (12 student maximum)

Date: Tue/Thu, July 8 - 17;  7:45 - 8:45am
           Tue/Thu, July 22 - 31; 7:45 - 8:45am
Ages:18 yrs & up
Fee: $40
Instructor:  Tracie Mitchem (Cardio Tennis certified)

Tennis 101

Tennis 201

This class is for advanced beginner-intermediate players who have a basic understanding of technique and strategy and who can sustain a rally of a few shots.  Stroke technique, drilling, strategy and match play will be covered.  (8:1)

Date:  Tue/Thu  July 1-17; 9:00 - 10:00am  (Instructor:  Karyle Kramer)
            Mon/Wed  July 7-23; 5:00 - 6:00pm  (Instructor:  Sandi McKenzie)
            Mon/Wed  July 28 - Aug 13; 9:00 - 10:00am  (Instructor:  Karyle Kramer)
Ages: 18 yrs & up
Fee:  $65

Players who want to learn or review all the strokes and basic components of tennis will want to take this class.  You'll be playing doubles by the fourth class and you'll meet new beginner players as well! (8:1)

 

Date: Tue/Thu, July 1-17
Time:  8:00 - 9:00 am
Ages: 18 yrs & up
Fee: $65
Instructor:  Karyle Kramer

 

Welcome Back to Tennis Mixer (Adults 50+)

Come meet other players, find a new hitting partner and consider signing up for Wednesday night practice and play class!
Date:  Wed, July 2
Time:  6:00 - 7:30pm
Fee:  FREE

 

Welcome Back to Tennis -
Practice & Play

Haven't picked up a racquet in years?  Meet friends and enjoy the health benefits of tennis through gentle exercises, games and skill building.  Join us for stroke practice, meet other players and play doubles.  This class is geared toward the 50+ player.  Drop-ins welcome if space available.  (8:1)
Date:  Wed, July 9 - 23
Time:  6:00 - 7:30pm
Instructor:  Teresa Wheeler
Fee:  $45

USTA Tennis Block Party - June 28 - 1:00 - 3:00pm - FREE
Come out and meet our excellent tennis instructors and check out our summer programs.  Games, prizes and snacks.  Please RSVP to 221-5484.

 
 
     

Team Tennis League (Adults & youth 15+)

This league will consist of teams of six players assigned by tennis staff.  Weekly matches will be played against another team.   Each player will play a no-ad singles match consisting of 11 games.  Then each team member will play a no-add doubles match consisting of 11 games.  Total games won and lost are totaled as a team.  There is an end of season party with a pot luck and prizes awarded to the winning team.  Each player must fill out a player self-evaluation form. Alternative:  pay $10 to be on sub list.  Registration deadline:  July 1

Date:   Tue or Thu, July 8 - 28
Time:
  Between 5:00 & 7:30pm
Fee:  $25 
Instructor:  Sandi McKenzie