CBSC 2024 Tennis Program Overview

2024 Tennis/Pickleball Handout

2024 Court Schedule and Events

WELCOME TO THE 2024 CBSC TENNIS PROGRAM!

The CBSC Tennis Committee and coaches are excited to offer a summer program of progressive tennis lessons, fun activities and club tournaments for players of all ages and skill levels. We’re also thrilled to welcome Head Coach Courtney Carmichael, Assistant Head Coaches Stella Hunka and Oliver Botelho, Head of Adult Program Emma Kolousek, and Tennis Coaches: Duncan Miller, Owen Good, Chloe Miller, Charlie Cranston, Carys Hunka, Rowan Hartshorne, Caitlyn Skleryk, Gabriel Botehlo, Landon Brine, Thomas Good, Sadie Larkin, Liam Villeneuve and Owen Mak.

WHAT IS PROGRESSIVE TENNIS? Our junior tennis program uses the Tennis Canada endorsed Progressive Tennis method. This method introduces the sport of tennis in a fun and interactive way using modified tennis balls, nets and courts so young players can enjoy rallies and learn the fundamentals of the game.

JUNIOR PROGRAM 4 – 17 years

• Choose from Monday/Thursday, Tuesday/Friday or Wednesday/Saturday Classes
• All ages are as of December 31, 2024

RED BALL (4 & 5 years)

• Introduces basic strokes and fundamentals with a focus on coordination.
• Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class times: 10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am & 11:30am
• 25 min class. Fee: $55/month

RED BALL (6 & 7 years)

• Class times: Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri 10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am & 11:30 am
• 25 min class Fee: $55/month

ORANGE BALL (8-9 years)

• 3/4 court tennis introduces tactical awareness and focuses on improving strokes and ball control.
• Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class times: 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm & 4 pm
• Wed/Sat Class time: 10 am
• 55 min class. Fee: $105/month

GREEN BALL (10-11 years)

• Full court tennis introduces building points and decision-making with a focus on utilizing techniques for tactical control
• Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class times: 9 am, 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm & 3 pm
• Wed/Sat Class times: 9 am, 10 am
• 55 min class. Fee: $105/month

REGULAR BALL (12-17 years)

• Players play on a full sized court with regular balls to build their fundamental skills in a more developmental environment. Course focuses on grip, set-up, impact, hitting zone and recovery.
• Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class times: 9 am, 12pm & 4 pm
• Wed/Sat Class times: 9 am
• 55 min class. Fee:$105/month

HIGH PERFORMANCE (12 – 17 years)

• Head Coach pre-approval is needed for registration. Email hctennis@cbswimclub.ca
• For the more advanced player who plays year-round at a club, tournament or high school level. Players will further develop technical, tactical, physical and mental skills.
• Players 12 & 13 years Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class time: 1 pm
• Players 14+ Mon/Thur or Tues/Fri Class time: 2:30 pm
• 85 min class. Fee $160

NEW – Youth Drop in Nights – This FREE mixed youth drop-in is designed to be a fun place for young players to meet and play tennis. Expect music, casual play and/or organized matches or court games. Thursday July 11 & 18 and Aug 1 & 8 6:30 – 8pm

CBSC TENNIS JUNIOR LEAGUE

• The Delta Valley Junior League has been around for 30+ years and is a mixed league for junior tennis players from clubs across the Fraser Valley. All team members must be 14-18 and enrolled in tennis lessons at the Club. Matches are Wednesdays. Try-outs for the team may be required.

LEADERS

• 8 week course. 100% attendance at classes and active participation in extracurricular CBSC events required to complete the course, extenuating circumstances permissible to miss any session(s). Those born in 2009 are eligible to enroll. No further entry requirements but any Tennis Canada or First Aid certificates are beneficial. Successful applicants will be directed to the relevant Tennis Canada and Canadian Red Cross certification standards upon completion of course. Successful completion of the leaders course is a requirement for those who wish to apply for future tennis coach positions at CBSC. Please note: priority preference for leader course registration and tennis coach positions will be given to those who have significant past involvement with CBSC and participated in the High Performance Tennis program at CBSC up to & including their Leader year. Fee: $125 (T-shirt included). Must attend mandatory meeting Tuesday July 2th at 4pm. Indicate your interest by joining the waitlist on Registration Day.

PRIVATE LESSONS (ALL AGES)

• CBSC offers private or semi-private lessons. Contact the Head Coach in person or at hctennis@cbswimclub.ca for details & pricing.

ADULT PROGRAM (18+)

• Adult lessons offered Mondays & Wednesdays
• Beginner & Intermediate lessons offered
• 55 min classes 1x per week are $55
• 85 min classes 1x per week are $80
• Beginner (55 min) Mon: 5 pm, 6 pm Wed: 6pm Fee: $55
• Intermediate (85 min) Mon: 7 pm Wed: 7 pm Fee: $80
• High Performance Coach-Organized Adult Play (120 min) Fri July 5 & 26, Aug 2 & 16. Fee:$20/month
• July 3rd Adult lessons are organized play only. No coaches on hand. The fee in Activenet reflects this

ADULT CARDIO TENNIS DRILLS (18+)

• Looking to burn calories outside of the gym? Cardio Tennis is a high-energy fitness activity that combines tennis with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, calorie-burning workout. Social and fun, this program has no skill requirement!
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays from 7:45am to 8:45am
• Fee: $55/month

EVENTS

CBSC JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENTS:  The last week of August will be a tournament for singles and doubles players in lieu of lessons! The schedule will be emailed and posted on Instagram the week prior. A warm-up singles tournament will be held Wednesday, July 24. Sign up on Activenet.

TENNIS CARNIVAL:  Come and join the coaches Wednesday, August 7 at 2 pm for an afternoon full of tennis games, fun activities and a chance to win some prizes!

ADULT & CHILD TOURNAMENTS:  The “Adult & Child” tournament will be held on Sunday, July 14 at 9 am and the “Parent and/or Grandparent & Child” tournament will be held on Sunday, August 11 at 9 am. These tournaments are designed to allow children to experience competition in a friendly and fun environment. Sign up on Activenet.

ADULT TOURNAMENTS:  The Adult “Mixed Doubles” tournament will be held Sunday, July 7 at 10 am and the “Men’s & Ladies’ Doubles” tournament on Sunday, July 28 at 10 am. Entry fees are by donation. All levels are welcome to participate.

TENNIS AWARDS CEREMONY:  Join us Saturday, August 24 at 4pm as we wrap up the tennis season by recognizing the hard work and skill these young players displayed on the court throughout the summer. Awards will be given to players for the best attendance/enthusiasm, effort/achievement and potential/attitude. Winners of the U6-U18 singles and doubles tournaments, parent/child and adult tournaments will be recognized and presented the historical CBSC family trophies.

PLAYERS’ AGE FOR ALL LESSONS AND TOURNAMENTS IS AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2024. ALL PLAYERS FOR LESSONS, TOURNAMENTS AND EVENTS MUST BE CBSC MEMBERS. ALL PLAYERS WANTING TO PLAY UP AN AGE CATEGORY MUST GET PERMISSION FROM THE HEAD COACH. MINIMUM SIGN UP FOR ALL PROGRAMS IS FOR ONE MONTH FOR ALL JUNIOR & ADULT PROGRAMS EXCEPT FOR LEADERS.