Junior Tennis – Winter & Spring 2024

“Competition is essential to the growth of an athlete’s mindset. Embracing change while overcoming fear of failure develops character and a willingness to meet new challenges. The accomplishment of personal goals met through effort, determination, and perseverance hone skills for a lifetime of success”

Where to begin? & How do I choose a club?

Research: Programs are not all the same. An organization that consistently fails to produce major university talent is a red flag.
Investigate: Where do the best players in the area train? Engage parents. Ask questions. Scout and watch groups and lessons.
Communicate: Great programs all have successful alumni that are eager to recommend and advise. Speak with current/former players or parents
Contact: Connect with “Head of player development”. Ask questions and be clear about your expectations. Make sure the program reflects your core values.
Monitor: While not an expert, you can determine if skill advancement is occurring. Ask questions and if no improvement is evident; look to make a change.

We aspire to develop great tennis players but more importantly outstanding people. We invite you to find out more about our program and discover why GRRF is a tennis destination for players of the Midwest.

Director of Player Development- Tom Walker: Walker@grracquet.com (616) 363-7769 ext.1009

Director of 10 & Under Tennis: Josie Caldwell: Josie_c26@yahoo.com (616) 363-7769 ext.1012

Director of Middle School Tennis- Steve Olson: Olson@Grracquet.com (616) 363-7769

Director of High School Tennis- Andy Caldwell: Acaldwell@Grracquet.com (616) 363-7769 ext.1011

Tournament X

*Ages 18 – 11

Our signature group! Players pursuing Sectional / National rankings. High-level tournament competitors headed to college tennis or beyond. Players required to augment groups with intense individual physical conditioning. *All participants must be pre-approved by the Director of Player Development and meet UTR requirements.

Fall Class offered: Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing.

Individual Class: Member $40.00

Guest $44.00

*UTR level required:

13 & under: Boys-5+ Girls-5+

14 & over: Boys-6+ Girls-5.5+

16 & over: Boys-7+ Girls-6+

Junior X

*Ages 8 – 13

Youngsters who pursue tennis as dedicated tournament players. Emphasis on competitive situations and stroke development. Participants must be involved in district and sectional tournament play. *All participants must be pre-approved by the Director of Player Development and meet UTR requirements.

Fall Class offered: Monday and Wednesday 7:00-8:30 pm

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing
*See Chart For Session Pricing

Individual Class Member $33.00 | Individual Class Guest $ 37.50

*UTR level required:

11 & under

12 & over

X Doubles Drill

*Ages 12 – 18 UTR 6.0 & above required

Fast-paced group focused on advanced volley skills and doubles. Action-packed and fun. A minimum UTR level of 5 is a requirement. Each class is individual sign-up or drop-in. Spots are limited each week. First come first serve….. sign up each on-line or by calling the front desk.

Fall Class Offered: Select Mondays and Wednesdays

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing

Individual Class Member $30| Individual Class Guest $30

Varsity

Ages 14 – 18

High school varsity and competitive High School X tournament players. Attention is given to fundamentals, footwork, and advanced game theory. Work ethic and dedication are rewarded with outstanding competitors obtaining Tournament X opportunities.

Fall: Class offered: Monday & Wednesday 4:00- 5:30 pm

*See Chart For Discount Session Pricing

Individual Class Member $33.00

Individual Class Guest $37.50

Junior Varsity

Ages 14 – 18

Technical and tactical skills are addressed. The development of a proper swing path will allow players to achieve a high school varsity level. Students will be advanced as court mastery improves.

Fall Class offered: Monday & Wednesday 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing
*See Chart For Discount Session Pricing

Individual Class Member $33.00 | Individual Class Guest $37.50

Middle School

Ages 10 – 14

Proper strokes are developed in a fast-paced format. Participants gain confidence through challenging progressions as fundamentals are built. Sportsmanship is stressed as players are introduced to match play.

Fall Class offered: Tuesday & Thursday 4:00-5:30 pm

Advanced – Friday’s 4:00-5:30 pm

Fall : See flyer above for times and pricing
*See Chart For Discount Session Pricing|

Individual Class Member $33.00

Individual Class Guest $37.50

Green Ball

Grade: 4th- 5th (Age 9-10)

Green balls are faster than orange but slower and lower bouncing than a standard yellow. The time allows players to develop proper techniques while implementing basic game tactics. The use of spin is introduced as a tool to increase consistency and accuracy. Racquet size: 25-27″ Court 78 ft.

Fall Class offered: Monday & Wed 5:30-7:00 pm

Advanced: Friday 4:30- 6:00pm

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing
*See Chart For Discount Session Pricing

Individual Class Member $28.50

Individual Class Guest $31.50

Orange Ball

Grade: 3rd to 5th (Age 8-10)

Orange classes are held on ¾ size courts with low-compression balls. Players learn how to serve, rally, volley, and score. As skills improve, players will be transitioned intocompetitive groups or upward to the green level. Racquet size: 23 – 25” Court 60 ft.

Fall Class offered: Tues & Thur 6:15- 7:15 pm

Fall: See flyer above for times and pricing
*See Chart For Discount Session Pricing |

Individual Class Member $19

Individual Class Guest $21

Red Ball

Grade: K-2nd (Age 3-7)

“Red Ball “ Drills and games develop, agility, balance, and coordination. Basic tennis strokes are introduced with smaller courts utilized to get pint-sized athletes playing right away. Racquet Size:17 – 23” Court 36 ft.

Fall Class offered: Tues. & Thurs. 5:30- 6:15 pm |