Tennis Clinics & Lessons

Tennis Clinics & Lessons

The tennis program at the Sinking Spring Family YMCA offers clinics and individualized instruction for adults and children, from beginners to experienced players. Our tennis professionals and staff are committed to providing members and guests with the personal attention they need to enhance their time on the courts. Our instructors are focused on challenging and motivating every level of player, and helping everyone improve their game. We strive to provide every tennis player with a positive learning experience in a highly motivating atmosphere through quality instruction and programming.

Tennis Leadership:

Ryan Knarr, Director of Racquet Sports (USPTA/PTR)

Kaushik Das, Head Pro of Racquet Sports (USPTA/PTR)

 

Need Help? Watch our Tennis Registration & Scheduling Tutorial:

2023 -2024 Racquet Sports Program:

https://bit.ly/3S0BAYX

High Performance Clinic

Sinking Spring
11/6/23 - 3/13/24
VIEW

Our High Performance Program promotes the continued growth and development of the best high school and college tennis players in our region. Instruction includes technical, mechanical, strategic, mental, and emotional elements. Players are exposed to a constant, high level of training, match play, conditioning, & professional tennis instruction. Candidates must be evaluated by a YMCA Tennis Professional prior to joining the program.

Clinic Dates: Monday and Wednesday, Nov 6th to March 13th.

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm

YMCA Member Pricing:

  • 5 Clinic Package- $175
  • 10 Clinic Package- $360
  • Unlimited Clinics- $900

YMCA Non-Member Pricing:

  • 5 Clinic Package- $225
  • 10 Clinic Package- $400

For questions, please email YMCA Tennis Director Ryan Knarr at [email protected].


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/13/21 3/1/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/06/23 - 03/13/24
10 Clinic Package - Mo,We
$360 - $400 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/06/23 - 03/13/24
5 Clinic Package - Mo,We
$175 - $225 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/06/23 - 03/13/24
UNLIMITED - Mo,We
$900 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024

High School Clinic

Sinking Spring
11/1/23 - 3/15/24
VIEW

A program designed specifically for high school tennis players and aspiring junior players grades 8-12. Participants will continue to  develop the technical, strategic, mental, and emotional aspects of their game.

Player placement will be determined by staff evaluation at first attended clinic.

Clinic Dates: Monday & Wednesday, Nov 1st to March 16th

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm

YMCA Member Pricing:

  • Drop In- $40
  • 5 Clinic Package- $175
  • 10 Clinic Package- $300
  • Unlimited Clinics- $900

YMCA Non-Member Pricing:

  • Drop In- $45
  • 5 Clinic Package- $190
  • 10 Clinic Package- $330
  • Unlimited Clinics- $900

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/28/23 10/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/01/23 - 03/15/24
10 Clinic Package - Tu,Th
$300 - $400 Register  
Closes
03/15/2024
11/01/23 - 03/15/24
5 Clinic Package - Tu,Th
$175 - $210 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/01/23 - 03/15/24
Drop In (1 clinic) - Tu,Th
$40 - $47 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/01/23 - 03/15/24
UNLIMITED - Tu,Th
$900 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024

Junior Development Clinic

Sinking Spring
11/1/23 - 3/14/24
VIEW

This program targets juniors ages 11-14 years looking to develop their technique and begin using strategy in match play. Emphasis will be on stroke development as well as gaining an understanding of tactics and strategy. Players are provided individual attention with regards to technique and point play.

Player placement will be determined by staff evaluation at first attended clinic.

Clinic Dates: Monday & Wednesdays, 11/1/23-3/14/24

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm

YMCA Member Pricing:

  • Drop In- $40
  • 5 Clinic Package- $175
  • 10 Clinic Package- $300

YMCA Non-Member Pricing:

  • Drop In- $45
  • 5 Clinic Package- $225
  • 10 Clinic Package- $400

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
7/27/21 3/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/01/23 - 03/14/24
10 Clinic Package
$300 - $400 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/01/23 - 03/14/24
5 Clinic Package
$175 - $210 Register  
Closes
03/01/2024
11/03/23 - 03/14/24
Drop in (1 clinic)
$40 - $47 Register  

Private Lessons (ages 11+)

Sinking Spring
11/1/23 - 10/31/24
VIEW

Pricing:

1 Lesson:

YMCA Members – $90

Non-Members – $100

4 Lessons:

YMCA Members – $320

Non-Members – $360

8 Lesson:

YMCA Members – $600

Non-Members – $680

Duo Lessons (2 People 1 Lesson):

YMCA Members – $35 / player

Non-Members – $40 / player

 

Private Lessons will begin November 1, 2022. Once registration is completed, a YMCA tennis pro will contact you to discuss scheduling your private lessons.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/1/23 3/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/01/23 - 10/31/24
1 Lesson
$90 - $100 Register  
Closes
04/12/2024
11/01/23 - 10/31/24
4 Lessons
$320 - $360 Register  
Closes
04/12/2024
11/01/23 - 10/31/24
8 Lessons
$600 - $680 Register  
Closes
04/12/2024

U10 Tennis Clinic: Orange Ball

Sinking Spring
11/6/23 - 2/21/24
VIEW

This clinic is designed for players ages 8-10 years who have graduated from the Red Ball series. Orange felt balls bounce higher and move faster than red felt or foam balls– a step closer to the traditional yellow tennis ball. Players will continue to work on tennis fundamentals in addition to learning to hit with direction, height and depth on a smaller court. A game-based curriculum will be used to develop the fundamentals necessary to serve and rally.

Player placement will be determined by staff evaluation at first attended clinic.

Clinic Dates:

WINTER 1: Mondays: 5:15pm-6:00pm 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18

WINTER 1: Wednesdays:5:15pm -6:00pm 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20

WINTER 2: Mondays- 5:15pm-6:00pm 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19

Member Prices:

$120-1 day a week package Monday or Wednesday

$220-2 days a week package Monday and Wednesday

$400-All winter unlimited package Monday and Wednesday

 

Non-Member Prices:

$150-1 day a week package Monday or Wednesday

$300-2 days a week package Monday and Wednesday

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/20/23 10/1/24 Online / Front Desk $ 120.00$ 150.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/06/23 - 12/20/23
1 day a week package - Mo,We
$120 - $150
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023
11/06/23 - 12/20/23
2 day a week package - Mo,We
$220 - $300
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023
11/06/23 - 02/19/24
UNLIMITED - Mo,We
$400
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023
01/08/24 - 02/21/24
1 day a week package Winter 2 - Mo,We
$120 - $150 Register  
Closes
01/22/2024
01/08/24 - 02/21/24
2 day a week package - Mo,We
$220 - $300
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023

U10 Tennis Clinic: Red Ball

Sinking Spring
11/6/23 - 2/21/24
VIEW

In this clinic, players ages 5-7 years will focus on developing the ABC’s of tennis (agility, balance and coordination), while learning proper technique at the same time. The Y provides appropriate size nets, racquets and balls to help build self confidence in the game. This level is designed for beginners; No tennis experience is necessary.

Player placement will be determined by staff evaluation at first attended clinic.

Clinic Dates:

WINTER 1: Mondays – 4:30pm-5:15pm 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18

WINTER 1: Wednesdays:- 4:30-5:15pm 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20

WINTER 2: Mondays – 4:30pm-5:15pm 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19

WINTER 2: Wednesdays:- 4:30-5:15pm 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21

 

Member Prices:

$120-1 day a week package Monday or Wednesday

$220-2 days a week package Monday or Wednesday

$400-Unlimited all winter Monday and Wednesday

 

Non-Member Prices:

$150-1 day a week package Monday or Wednesday

$300-2 days a week package Monday and Wednesday


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/22/23 10/1/24 Online / Front Desk $ 100.00$ 115.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/06/23 - 12/20/23
1day a week package Winter 1 - Mo,We
$120 - $150
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023
11/06/23 - 12/20/23
2 days a week package Winter 1 - Mo,We
$220 - $300
Registration
Closed on
11/20/2023
11/06/23 - 02/21/24
UNLIMITED
$400 Register  
Closes
01/26/2025
01/08/24 - 02/21/24
1 day a week package Winter 2 - Mo,We
$120 - $150 Register  
Closes
01/22/2024
01/08/24 - 02/21/24
2 days a week package Winter 2 - Mo,We
$220 - $300 Register  
Closes
01/22/2024