The Red Advanced class is a 90-minute invitation-only class. Students must prove to consistently be able to hit 3-4 shots in a row the majority of the time during points as well as being currently enrolled in our Red Rally Club. Students will learn how to change the direction of the ball, hitting both cross court and down the line. Fed ball drills will have students not only running sideways, but also forwards, backwards, and diagonally. We will introduce the volley, overhead, and approach shots throughout the classes along with introducing a variety of different tactical games that the students will play while keeping track of score.

 

Another important component of this Red Advanced is the introduction of Orange ball. During the last 30 minutes of class, students will transition from the 36’ Red ball court to the 60’ Orange ball court using the Orange balls. During this time, students will get acclimated to using the larger court with the higher net and adapting to the difference size/bounce of the orange ball. Technical instruction becomes even more specific on all shots and students will play several different tactical games on the 60’ court. 

 

This class is imperative in the transitional process to have students move out of Red ball into our Orange Intermediate program, while continuing their tennis development and love of the sport. Students in our Red Advanced class are on a pathway to compete in junior Orange ball USTA match play down the road.

To inquire about the following programs, please contact Director of U8 Programs, Frank Solome.