GENERAL
TENNIS INFORMATION
What to Bring: Please bring a tennis racquet, water bottle
and wear appropriate tennis shoes. Loaner racquets available. All tennis classes meet at the South Whidbey High School tennis courts.
Inclement Weather: Make-up days will be arranged by individual
instructors. Call 221-5484 after 8:30am if uncertain
about the meeting of a class.
- INSTRUCTORS:
- Karyle Kramer USPTA certified teaching professional,
is our director of tennis. She enjoys working with players of
all ages and abilities. To contact Karyle, email her at kkandnb@whidbey.com
or call her at 321-8499.
Teresa Wheeler has been teaching tennis to South
Whidbey children and adults since the summer of 1990. She is
a certified USPTA Developmental Coach. To contact Teresa, email
her at twheeler@whidbey.com.
ADULT TENNIS
Adult Tennis 101
(Beginners) Players who want to learn or review the basic strokes and components of the game will want to take this three-day class. It’s fun, interactive, and you’ll be playing doubles by the final day!
Session #1: T/W/TH, Jun 29 - Jul 1, 8:30am-10:00am.
Session #2: T/W/TH, Aug 17 - Aug 19, 8:30am-10:00am
Instructor: Karyle Kramer
Fee: $36
Adult Practice & Play
(Advanced Beginner-Intermediate) This class includes 30 minutes of drilling and then an hour of match play in which the instructor offers suggestions, strategy and feedback. Take your basic skills of tennis to the next level.
Session #1: T/W/TH, Jul 6 - Jul 8, 8:30am-10:00am
Session #2: T/W/TH, Aug 3 - Aug 5, 8:30am-10:00am
Instructor: Karyle Kramer
Fee: $30
Cardio Tennis
(Adults, All levels) Cardio Tennis is a fun group activity featuring drills to give players of ALL abilities an ultimate high-energy workout. Cardio Tennis includes a warm up, cardio workout and cool down phases all done with great music! We’re considering making this a year-round fitness opportunity, so get started now.
Session #1: T/TH, Jun 29 – Jul 8, 7:30am-8:20am
Session #2: T/TH, Jul 13 – Jul 22, 7:30am-8:20am
Instructors:
Teresa Wheeler & Karyle Kramer
Fee: $32
Welcome Back to Tennis: Practice & Play
(Adults, Advanced Beginner-Intermediate) 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 the class to practice, meet other players, and play doubles. Geared toward the 50+ player. Try this class for FREE on Thursday, July 1, 8:45am.
Date: Tue & Thu, Jul 6 – Jul 22
Time:
8:45am - 10:00am
Instructor: Teresa Wheeler
Fee:
$60.
Co-Ed Doubles Tennis League
(Adults & Youth 16+, Intermediate-Advanced) We’re excited to announce the return of our doubles tennis league! Sign up individually; the tennis staff will form balanced teams of 6-8 players per team. Players compete in doubles matches on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you can’t make a match, you must call a sub (list provided) to take your place. End of season potluck and awards gathering on August 20.
Date: Tue & Thu, Jul 6 – Aug 19
Time:
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Coordinator: Teresa Wheeler
Fee:
$20
YOUTH TENNIS
USTA QuickStart Tennis
(Ages 5-10 Years) QuickStart tennis utilizes age-appropriate equipment, including smaller racquets, lower bouncing balls and smaller courts. This format enables kids to starting playing right away. Players may sign up for multiple sessions.
Ages 5 – 7 years, all levels:
T/W/TH, Jun 29 - Jul 1, 10:15am - 11:00am
T/W/TH, Jul 6 - Jul 8, 10:15am - 11:00am
T/W/TH, Aug 3 - Aug 5, 10:15am - 11:00am
Instructors: Teresa Wheeler & Karyle Kramer
Fee: $24
Ages 8 – 10 years, all levels:
T/W/TH, Jun 29 - Jul 1, 11:00am - Noon
T/W/TH, Jul 6 - Jul 8, 11:00am - Noon
T/W/TH, Aug 3 -Aug 5, 11:00am - Noon
Instructors: Teresa Wheeler & Karyle Kramer
Fee: $28
USTA Jr. Team Tennis: Whidbey League
(Ages 5-18) United States Tennis Association Jr. Team Tennis is the largest youth tennis program in the country! This summer we have two age divisions: 10 & under (using QuickStart format of modified courts, balls and scoring) and 18 & under. Teams are co-ed and made up of 6-8 players balanced for age and skill level. Parent Volunteers manage the teams. The emphasis is on skill development, fun, and teamwork. Visit www.pnw.usta.com and click on “Jr. Team Tennis” for more info.
You must register by June 23! To register, contact Karyle Kramer, League Coordinator, at kkandnb@whidbey.com or 321-8499—all registration is done online. Teams will be announced on Thursday, June 24, 3:30-5:00, at the kick-off party at the SWHS courts. There will be games, prizes, & snacks, and you’ll meet your teammates and Parent Managers.
Ages 10 & Under:
Tue & Thu, Jul 6 - Jul 22*, 3:00pm -4:00pm
Fee:
$15**
Ages 18 & Under:
Tue & Thu, Jul 6 - Jul 22*, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Fee:
$25**
*Kick-Off Party: June 24, 3:30pm-5:00pm; Finale Party & Awards immediately following last match on last day.
**In addition to the league fee, players must join (or already be) a USTA member. Junior membership is $19/year and includes magazine/newsletter subscriptions and a JTT league team shirt.
Junior Tournament
(Events for Youth 5-18 Years) A fun competitive event for different ages and levels. Register for up to three events. Register by Fri., July 16 at 4pm. Draws/match times available on Wed, July 21. Matches will be pro-sets to 8 games, no ad scoring, with consolation matches (players play a second time even if they lose in the first round). Players must be available both days between 9am-3pm and must fit the age requirements on date of tournament. First & second place medals awarded in each category! For doubles, sign up and designate your partner, or we can find you one. Register for up to 3 events:
- Boys, Girls Age 18 & under singles
- Boys, Girls Age 18 & under doubles
- Boys, Girls Age 16 & under singles
- Boys, Girls Age 14 & under singles
- Boys, Girls Age 14 & under doubles
- Mixed (1 boy, 1 girl) 18 & under doubles
- Mixed (1 boy, 1 girl) 14 & under doubles
- *10 & Under QuickStart Event: an organized, friendly match play for all kids. FREE, but please sign up with your child’s name and age ahead of time, drop-ins welcome as well. Fri, July 23 from 9:30am -10:30am.
Date: Fri- Sat, Jul 23 – Jul 24
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Fee: $7 per event*
Serve, Rally & Score
(Advanced Beginners and Intermediate Players) This program provides an opportunity to serve the ball, engage in a rally, and keep track of the score. There will be lots of “match play” opportunities in a low-key, fun environment.
Session 1: T/W/TH, Jun 29 - Jul 1, 12:15pm - 1:30pm
Session 2: T/TH, Jul 13 - Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Session 3: T/W/TH, Aug 3 - Aug 5, 12:15pm - 1:30pm
Ages: 10 - 16 years old
Instructors:
Teresa Wheeler & Karyle Kramer
Fee: $32
High School Challenge Camp
(Multiple Levels) Three days of intense practices working on strokes, singles and doubles strategy and match play. Contact Karyle Kramer to determine level.
Varsity Level: T/W/TH, Aug 17 - Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Jr. Varsity Level: T/W/TH, Aug 17 - Aug 19, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Ages: 14 - 18 years old
Fee: $36
