Skills Development Programs

ACE at Toronto Tennis City

 

Progressive Tennis Director Lisa Tooley

 

Session 1 (Autumn): Monday, September 12 – Sunday, December 11, 2022 (12 weeks)

No programs October 8-14, 2022 (bubble up).

No programs week of December 12-18, 2022 (Rain make up week)

 

Session 2 (Winter): Monday, January 9 – Sunday, April 16, 2023 (14 weeks).

No programs February 20, 2023 (Family Day).

No programs March 13-19, 2023 (March break camp available).

No programs April 7, 2023 (Good Friday)

No programs April 9, 2023 (Easter Sunday)

 

Session 3 (Spring): Monday, April 24 – June 18, 2023 (8 weeks)

No programs May 22, 2023 (Victoria Day)

No programs week of June 19-25, 2023 (Rain make up week)

 

Programs do not run on statutory holidays: 

 

  • Labour Day: Mon Sept 5, 2022

  • Thanksgiving: Mon Oct 10, 2022

  • Christmas Break: Dec 24, 2022 – Jan 8, 2023

  • Family Day: Mon Feb 20, 2023

  • March Break: March 13 – 19, 2023

  • Good Friday: Fri Apr 7, 2023

  • Easter Sunday: Sun Apr 9, 2023

  • Victoria Day: Mon May 22, 2023

 

All fees are subject to HST.

 

Registration is made through our online system and progressive fees are payable in full upon registration. 

 

CANCELLATIONS

  • Cancellations must be requested two weeks prior to the first day of the program for a refund. All cancellations will be subject to a $35.00 cancellation fee.
  • Requests within the two week period will not be refunded. Extenuating circumstances may be considered.
  • Missed sessions due to sickness, injuries, vacations or other reasons are not reimbursed. Pro-rated fees are not offered for days absent, or other full services not utilized. Full fees are due and payable if a child is registered and attends any part of the program.

 

Our Progressive programs follow a systematic and fun teaching method helping young players learn how to play tennis quickly, efficiently and successfully. Players transition according to age through 3 stages with various court sizes, racquets and balls that are scaled down allowing for the systematic transition through the different skill levels.

 

PROGRESSIVE 1  (Ages 4-8)

Head Coach: John Cairns

The 1st level of progressive tennis uses larger decompressed balls to allow for easier exchanges, 19″ to 21″ racquets for better control, mini sized nets and a smaller 12-meter court, which is proportional to the size of the student. This program is now offered 8 x per week. Choose the day(s) you would like.

When: Monday or Wednesday, or Friday from 4:00-5:00pm, Tuesday or Thursday 6:30 -7:30pm | Saturday 12:30 – 1:30pm | Sunday 11:30 – 12:30pm, 12:30 – 1:30pm.

Cost:

Session 1 $341. (1 day per week)

Session 2 $398. (1 day per week)

Session 3 $229. (1 day per week)

 

PROGRESSIVE 2  (Ages 8-10)

Head Coach: John Cairns

The 2nd level of progressive tennis uses a normal size tennis ball of 50% less compression than a regular ball to allow players to acquire the required skills at this stage of development. 23″ to 25″ racquets are used and the court is a 3/4 court size, which is 18 meters long. Players can sign up for 1 or 2 x per week.

Option A:

When: Saturday or Sunday 1:30 – 3pm.

Cost:

Session 1 $699. (1 day per week)

Session 2 $815. (1 day per week)

Session 3 $466. (1 day per week)

Option B:

When: Tuesday or Thursday 4:00-5:00pm

Cost:

Session 1 $467. (1 day per week)

Session 2 $545. (1 day per week)

Session 3 $312. (1 day per week)

 

PROGRESSIVE 3  (Ages 10-13)

Head Coach: John Cairns

The 3rd level of progressive tennis uses a normal sized tennis ball, but with 25% less compression. Players graduate to a 26″ to 27″ racquet and a full sized tennis court.

When: Saturday or Sunday 3 – 4:30pm or Friday 7 – 8:30pm.

Cost:

Session 1 $699. (1 day per week)

Session 2 $815. (1 day per week)

Session 3 $466. (1 day per week)

 

COMPETITIVE ACES / HIGH SCHOOL TEAM  (Ages 10-17)

Head Coach: John Cairns

This program is designed for players who are able to maintain a full rally on a full sized tennis court with regular balls. Match Play included.

When: Saturday or Sunday 4:30 – 6:30pm or Friday 6:30 – 8:30pm.

Cost:

Session 1 $1,003. (1 day per week)

Session 2 $1,168. (1 day per week)

Session 3 $670.    (1 day per week)