Junior Programs
Pathways to Progress
From first swings to tournament play, our structured youth programs guide every player’s journey with expert coaching and a focus on growth.
Rising Stars – Foundational Pathway
Red Ball Ages 4-8
Beginner
Prerequisite: No prior experience required
Player Goals:
- Track a moving ball and make consistent contact
- Move and stop within a 36-foot mini court
- Learn proper grips and swing path
- Rally using red low-compression balls
- Understand court boundaries, scoring, and sportsmanship
Orange Ball Ages 7-10
Beginner/ Early Intermediate
Prerequisite: Completion of Red Ball or equivalent skill. Coach evaluation/tryout recommended.
Player Goals:
- Handle both forehands and backhands in rallies
- Demonstrate proper groundstroke, volley, and serve technique
- Know scoring in sets and tie-breaks
- Sustain rally consistency of 6+ shots with coaches or peers
- Show proper footwork and balance
Green Dot Ages 8-10
Early Intermediate
Prerequisite: Completion of Orange Ball or equivalent skill. Coach evaluation/tryout recommended.
Player Goals:
- Directional control on forehand and backhand
- Developing a repeatable serve
- Introduction to net play (volleys and overheads)
- Understand basic strategy and point construction
- Play a full court using green dot balls
Red Ball Ages 4-8
Beginner
Prerequisite: No prior experience required
Player Goals:
- Track a moving ball and make consistent contact
- Move and stop within a 36-foot mini court
- Learn proper grips and swing path
- Rally using red low-compression balls
- Understand court boundaries, scoring, and sportsmanship
Competitive Pathway
High Performance – Green Dot
Ages 8-10 | Intermediate
Prerequisite: Strong Green Dot foundation. Coach evaluation and tryout required.
Player Goals:
- Consistent groundstrokes with purpose and direction
- Reliable serve, basic understanding of topspin
- Basic net game and approach shot awareness
- Competing in beginner-level local tournaments
- Transitioning toward standard yellow ball play
Junior Development – 1.0-2.5 UTR
Ages 10-15 | UTR1.0-2.5
Prerequisite: Active UTR rating of 1.0 – 2.5. Coach evaluation and tryout required.
Player Goals:
- Fullcourt play with a yellow ball
- Consistent serve with 1st/2nd serve direction
- Sustain multi-ball rallies with strategic intent
- Compete occasionally in USTA/local tournaments or JTT
- Understand spin, depth, and pattern play
High Performance – 2.5-4.5 UTR
Ages 9-13 | UTR2.5-4.5
Prerequisite: Active UTR rating of 2.5-4.5. Coach evaluation and tryout required.
Player Goals:
- Advanced stroke and shot variety
- Strong competitive match experience
- Tactical awareness- patterns, positioning, percentages
- Physical fitness and on-court movement training
- Regular participation in USTA tournaments
High School – 2.0-4.5 UTR
Ages 14-18 | UTR2.0-4.5
Prerequisite: High school level competitor. Coach evaluation and tryout required.
Player Goals:
- Varsity/JV high school tennis competitor
- Goal-oriented training toward varsity tennis
- Occasional match play on weekends
- Team environment with individual development focus
- Mental toughness and competitive preparation
Elite – 4.5-11+ UTR
Ages 12+ | UTR 4.5-11+
Prerequisite: Tournament-competitive at national/regional level. Coach evaluation and tryout required.
Player Goals:
- High-level tournament resume – USTA, ITF, or equivalent
- Advanced tactical, physical, and mental game development
- Regular competition at the regional and national level
- Commitment to an intensive training