The YMCA Jr. Tennis program is all about fun, friends, fitness and learning this lifetime sport! It’s easy at your Eugene Family YMCA. Whether you’re attempting to hit your first forehand, play your first game, or prepare for a tournament, you’ll get what you need and have fun in these camps. (If you are under 6, over 12 or a more advanced player, ask about our summer, afternoon group lessons.

Beginner: 6-9 yearsThis is a great place for many young people to learn the basic fundamentals of the game. The goal is to be able to rally from the short court and from full court ten times in a row in order to advance to the next level. This is a combination of four different levels for middle school age players. Core concepts are stressed such as correct techniques in ground strokes, volleys, servers, overheads, and specialty shots such as drop shots and lobs. Tennis strategy and point construction is introduced. This class is designed to be fun and interactive.