Orange Ball (Ages 8-10) – Upcoming

Orange Ball 1

This class is designed for beginning players that are new to the game or have limited prior experience. Players will develop an athletic and tennis foundation in a fun environment.

• No experience necessary.
• Membership is not required for a players first Orange Ball 1 session.*

Orange Ball 1

Orange Ball 2

For players who meet all of the requirements of Orange Ball 1 and are developing rally skills. Orange Ball 2 players are able to:

• Demonstrate strong coachability – listening, following directions, picking up balls, and bringing it in.
• Sustain a minimum of a 15 shot, short-court rally with a coach, including at least 2 backhands.
• Complete 25 solo, controlled “ups” with a bounce inside a service box and can consistently perform a trap-heave rally 10 times in a row with a peer.
• Shadow a proper forehand and backhand groundstroke with a balanced follow through.
• Properly toss a ball underhand – pocket, step, and toss.
• Identify the parts of the court and racquet.
• Demonstrate ready position, ready steps.
• Membership is required. 

Orange Ball 2

Orange Ball 3

For players who meet all of the requirements of Orange Ball 2 and are transitioning to a competitive environment. Orange Ball 3 players are able to:

• Sustain a minimum of a 25 shot, short-court rally with a coach, including at least 4 backhands.
• Successfully serve from the baseline of a 60’ court (5 out of 10).
• Demonstrate the unit turn, follow-through, split-step, and recovery during both rally and match play.
• Understand match scoring and etiquette.
• Membership is required.

Note: Players in Orange Ball 3 are highly encouraged to participate in USTA tournaments and to participate in clinics twice per week.

Orange Ball 3

Ready for the next level?

Players who meet all of the requirements of Orange Ball 3 and are ready to move to a more advanced playing level may be considered for the High Performance Junior Program.

Please contact the Member Services team for details.