Tennis In The Parks
Program Content:
United States Tennis Association of New England partners with local parks and recreation departments to deliver affordable and accessible turnkey tennis programs to all. These tennis programs focus on developing the skills to serve, rally, and play more quickly utilizing modified tennis balls, age -appropriate racquets, and court sizes. The latest fun and engaging activities will help all players successfully learn and play the game of tennis quicker!
RED BALL (GRADES 1 & 2)
Tuesdays: July 7 - August 11 3:00 -4:00 PM
Wednesdays: July 8 - August 12 3:00 -4:00 PM
ORANGE BALL (GRADES 3 -5)
Tuesdays: July 7 - August 11 4:00 -5:00 PM
For brand -new, beginner, or returning novice players. Led by a USTA approved coach, we focus on FUN and learning the basics. Get great exercise while developing the skills to serve, rally, and play tennis. Each youth participant in their first session will receive a free tennis racket! There is a minimum of 7 players and maximum of 8 players to run this program.
GREEN BALL (GRADES 6 -8)
Wednesdays: July 8 - August 12 4:00 -5:00 PM
For players who have completed at least one session of Tennis in the Parks or a similar introductory program and are now ready to practice, improve their game and have FUN! This program is run by a USTA approved coach, players will receive instruction and do rotating match play to gain experience. There is a minimum of 7 players and maximum of 8 players to run this program.
Registration Information:
- Resident: Wednesday, May 6
- Non-Resident: Wednesday, May 20
- Walk-in registration hours are Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM, at 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601.
- Online registration is available beginning at 8:45 AM on the first day of registration for Residents and Non-Residents and ongoing until the program is full.
Requirements:
- Participants Grades 1-8.
- Participants should wear comfortable clothing to move in.
- All players will be provided a tennis racquets to borrow. If you do not bring your own
- Sneakers are required.
- Participants should bring a water bottle.
Fees:
Payment in full must be received prior to the start of the program. Financial Aid is available for qualified households. Forms are located on the Recreation/HYCC websites or at the front desk of the Hyannis Youth & Community Center.
Participant Minimum (Subject to Change):
7
Participant Maximum:
8
Schedules:
Please check specific program dates, times, and locations. Recreation staff will contact participants for any changes to the program.
Refund Policy:
Prior to the start of the program, refunds will be given minus a $10 Administration Fee. Refunds are not issued on or after the start of the program.
Contact:
For more information, please contact Kellie Crawley, Program Coordinator @ Kellie.Crawley@barnstable.gov or by phone (508) 790-6345 Ext. 129.