tennis camp
for players of all levels! Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced
full & half day options 6-15 year olds
1-10 weeks
2 locations
The Episcopal Academy Newtown Square, PA
Rosemont College Rosemont, PA
Where tennis is fun and improvement is guaranteed!
Skill Levels
The Beginner Player: Learn the Basics
We introduce campers to the fundamentals of the game: proper grip, racquet preparation, forehand, backhand, volley, serve, return of serve, overhead, footwork, and basic scoring. Beginner players feel comfortable and confident on the court while experiencing steady improvement.
The Intermediate Player: Refine Strokes
The intermediate level helps campers further develop and refine their basic strokes. Intermediate players focus on consistency, footwork, and depth with an emphasis on body position, court awareness, and court angles. Campers further develop first and second serves, approach shots, and net game through instruction and match play.
The Advanced Player: Fine Tune Your Game
Greater emphasis is placed on situation awareness, stamina, foot speed, competitive play, and the development of individual styles of play. Campers fine tune passing shots, approach shots, serve and volley, touch shots, ball control and placement, and singles and doubles match play strategy. Campers learn the key points of tournament play, how to make important on-court decisions, and how to compete against players of various styles. Advanced players can expect a higher level of training and coaching intensity.
“My daughter learned many new tennis skills and got a sense of accomplishment!”
mrs. joyce
Program Overview
ESF Tennis Camp , for boys and girls ages 6-15, takes place at 2 great locations from June 10 to August 16, 2013 on the campuses of The Episcopal Academy (Newtown Square, PA) and Rosemont College (Rosemont, PA). The camp is divided into full-day, morning, and afternoon programs and offers 1-10 week options. Our program is uniquely designed with each camper’s age and ability in mind, and consists of progressive stroke development, round robins, match play, stretching, conditioning drills, special events, and videotaped analysis.
Full Day Session
9:00
Extended Day programs are available for drop-off as early as 8:00 AM and pick-up as late as 6:00 PM.
Features Activities
• Individualized & Group Instruction
• Match Play (Intermediate & Advanced)
• Progressive Stroke Development
• Round Robins
• Special Area Skills Development
• Stretching & Conditioning Drills
• Swimming (The Episcopal Academy only)
• Video Analysis of Technique Highlights
• Awards for Achievement & Effort
• Conditioning & Biomechanics
• Grouping by Age & Ability
• Low Camper-to-Instructor Ratio
• Meet New Friends
• Official Camp T-shirt
• Top-rated Teaching Staff
Grand Slam Tournaments
Each week, you’ll participate in an ESF Grand Slam Tournament such as The US Open, The French Open, Wimbledon or the Junior Grand Slam Competition. Fine tune your skills in a fun, competitive atmosphere.
Performance Evaluation
At the conclusion of your camp session, our instructors provide a written assessment of your skill development and stroke progression, along with tips for improving your game.
Camper-to-Instructor Ratio
We have a maximum of five campers per instructor on each court. We create a close, friendly atmosphere which enables each player to feel comfortable and to receive the individual instruction, encouragement, and attention he or she deserves.
What Happens at Camp?
tennis camp
Each camp day begins with a series of warm-ups including stretches and cardiovascular exercises, before we move into the on-court training program. Through individual and group instruction, our teaching staff pinpoints areas of improvement, and helps campers enhance stroke production, footwork, consistency, and shot placement. Match play includes singles and doubles, and is designed to help campers apply the stroke techniques that they have learned to match situations. A videotaped analysis of technique allows coaches and campers to evaluate strokes and assess development. Other fun activities include target tennis contests, the ESF Grand Slam Tournament Series, weekly award ceremonies, and much more!
Team ESF: Our Teaching Staff
Campers learn from the very best! Our professional teaching staff is made up of the finest instructors, experienced in working with children of all ages. Our instructors include former ATP tour players, experienced teachers, NCAA collegiate players, and USPTA professionals.
The aim of our staff is to encourage campers to reach their highest potential in an exciting, safe, and supportive environment. With their exceptional skills, commitment to the development of each camper, and, above all, dedication to making a difference in the lives of children, our staff is beyond compare.
Club O.T.
Our extended day program is available on a regular basis, or “visit” on a drop-in basis.
Morning Club O.T. Times & Rates:
Drop off between 8:00 AM and 8:50 AM: $4.00 per day
Afternoon Club O.T. Times & Rates:
Pick up between 3:15 PM and 4:30 PM: $6.00 per day
Pick up between 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM: $12.00 per day
Our Facilities
The Episcopal Academy
1785 Bishop White Drive in Newtown Square, PA 19073
Rosemont College
1400 Montgomery Avenue in Rosemont, PA 19010
The premier facilities of The Episcopal Academy and Rosemont College serve as the perfect camp locations. With multiple tennis courts, gymnasiums, dining halls and athletic fields, set on beautiful campuses, they are ideal settings for campers to immerse themselves in tennis!
Camp Dates: June 10 - August 16, 2013
summer 2013 tennis camp enrollment application
tennis camp
Please complete both sides of this application, sign the back of the form and return it with a $150 deposit per camper. Online enrollment is also available at esfcamps.com. Due to the camp’s unique format, enrollment is limited. You are encouraged to sign up early. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, and enrollment is determined by postmark date. If all of your requested weeks are available, you will receive a confirmation notice in the mail. If any of your requested weeks are filled, we will contact you and you will have the option to be placed on our waiting list. Please note: Full payment of the tuition is required for all applications sent after April 1, 2013.
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summer 2013 tennis camp enrollment application
please check the location, weeks, and sessions attending: *no camp on thursday, july 4, 2013
Camp
Boys & Girls, Ages 6-15
Week 1: June 10 - June 14
Week 2: June 17 - June 21
Week 3: June 24 - June 28
Week 4: July 1 - July 5*
Week 5: July 8 - July 12
Week 6: July 15 - July 19
Week 7: July 22 - July 26
Week 8: July 29 - August 2
Week 9: August 5 - August 9
Week 10: August 12 - August 16*
*Week 10 is only available at The Episcopal Academy
How to Enroll
Please complete both sides of this application, sign the form, and mail it with full payment or a $150 deposit per camper to the mailing address above. Space is limited. Applications will be accepted at any time, on a first-come, first-served basis and enrollment is determined by postmark date. If you need an additional application, you may photocopy the attached form or call us and we will mail you another. Applications will not be accepted by fax. Please note: Full payment of the tuition is required for all applications sent after April 1, 2013.
Family & Group Discounts
A 5% Family Discount is given to all families enrolling 2 or more children. This discount applies to each child after the first in your immediate family. The first child, enrolled at the full tuition rate, is the camper with the higher tuition. Refer friends and save on camp tuition! Our Group Discount allows you and friends to refer to receive a 5% discount off camp tuition. It’s easy! All you need to do is tell friends about camp and send 3 or more applications to us in the same envelope! For families enrolling online, please call our office and we will assist you. Please note: Only one discount applies per camper (i.e. family or group).
Optional Lunch Program
Campers may bring their own lunch & beverage to camp (which we refrigerate), or they may participate in our optional lunch program for an additional cost of $37.50 per week.
Cancellations & Changes
If you need to cancel your child’s enrollment in camp, you must notify us in writing by April 1, 2013 in order to receive a refund. Cancellations on or prior to this date are subject to a $50 processing fee per child. No refunds will be given out after April 1, 2013 regardless of your registration date. Changes in enrolled weeks are based on availability and must also be made on or before the April 1, 2013 deadline.
Flexibility and Convenience
The camp offers flexible scheduling with 1-10 week sessions, as well as full and half day options. The weeks you choose to enroll in do not need to be consecutive. Please note: Week 10 is only available at The Episcopal Academy.
please read and sign below:
On behalf of my child, I accept any and all risks associated with his/her attendance and participation in the camp and its activities. I understand that my child should not attend the camp if he/she is not healthy. I understand that my child must abide by camp policies and the instructions of the camp staff. I agree that should my child be dismissed from camp for any reason, no part of my tuition will be refunded. understand that no reduction in the tuition will be made for late arrival, early departure, vacations, illness or injury. In the event that I cannot be contacted in an emergency, I hereby grant ESF, Inc. (ESF) permission to give immediate treatment and/or take my child to a hospital emergency room. Permission is hereby granted for photographs and/or videos to be taken of my child at camp and ESF has the right to utilize these in our brochures, videos, slide shows, web site, and other camp materials. Knowing these facts and in consideration for your accepting my child’s application, I, for myself, my child attending the camp, and anyone else who might claim on my or my child’s behalf (“I”), hereby agree that neither ESF, The Episcopal Academy, nor Rosemont College are responsible for any and all accidents, injuries, and/or medical or dental expenses arising from my child’s participation in the camp and, accordingly, I covenant not to sue, and waive, release and discharge ESF, The Episcopal Academy, Rosemont College, and anyone working on their behalf from any and all claims of liability or expenses of any kind or nature whatsoever arising out of or relating to my child’s participation in the camp. I have carefully read all of the information in this application form and agree to all conditions.
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