Get Going Guide - Charlotte-Mecklenburg County
Get Going Guide - Charlotte-Mecklenburg County
Get Going Guide - Charlotte-Mecklenburg County
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<strong>Mecklenburg</strong> <strong>County</strong> Park & Recreation<br />
Parks, Preserves and Greenways<br />
Tennis Lessons<br />
Park and Recreation is proud to offer tennis lessons for players of all ages. For more<br />
information and to register, contact the tennis facility directly using the information below.<br />
Latta Park (Tom Sykes RC) - Midwood Tennis Academy - Juniors<br />
Classes run on a monthly basis. Students choose the same days each week to attend<br />
for the entire session. Students pay for all classes at the beginning of the session.<br />
Class offerings may change. For up-to-date information and to register contact<br />
704-529-3273 or visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com<br />
Session dates, times and costs to be announced.<br />
Visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com for more information<br />
JUNIOR CLASSES<br />
LITTLE STARS (Ages 5 - 6) - This is an introduction to the game of tennis and overall<br />
athleticism. Balance, movement and hand-eye coordination are taught and developed.<br />
SUPER STARS (Ages 6 - 8) - Players develop basic coordination and balance, and can<br />
throw and catch without assistance. Players develop forehand and backhand<br />
groundstrokes and will begin to rally. Simple game play and scoring are introduced.<br />
BIG STARS (Ages 9 - 11) - Players can hit consistent forehand and backhand<br />
groundstrokes. Serves, returns, volleys and overheads are introduced. Class focus in on<br />
rally skills, basic match play, strategy and scoring.<br />
Latta Park (Tom Sykes RC) - Midwood Tennis Academy - Adults<br />
Classes run on a monthly basis. Students choose the same days each week to attend for<br />
the entire session. Students pay for all classes at the beginning of the session.<br />
Class offerings may change. For up-to-date information and to register contact<br />
704-529-3273 or visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com<br />
Session dates, times and costs to be announced.<br />
Visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com for more information<br />
ADULT CLASSES<br />
LEVEL I (Beginner – 2.5 )- This clinic is for new players or those who have not played in a<br />
while. Focus is on general fundamentals, learning to rally and keep score.<br />
LEVEL II (2.5 – 3.5)- Players can rally, but are looking to gain consistency and develop<br />
weapons. Focus on point play, match strategy, aerobic activity and fun.<br />
LEVEL III 3.5 – 4.5) - Players play regular matches on leagues, teams or<br />
challenge ladders. Focus on continued development of weapons, advanced<br />
strategies and conditioning.<br />
CARDIO TENNIS (2.0 – 5.0) - For players of all levels. A very intense hour long workout<br />
where players hit balls and do a lot of moving. Dynamic movement and agility drills as<br />
well as some plyometic exercises will be used.<br />
To find more information about our tennis facilities, please visit www.parkandrec.com<br />
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