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Adult and Junior Private Lessons
Private lessons are available for all ages and levels. They are encouraged for the beginner who wishes to develop basic skills and confidence before entering a group lesson or for the advanced player who wishes to improve technique. You can set up a time to take a lesson with any of the tennis professionals through the Concierge Desk by calling 360-352-3400.

Gold Member Rate:
Private Lessons $57.00 - 60.00/session
Adult Group Lessons $12.50-$48.50/session

Bronze & Silver Member Rate:
Private Lessons $65.55 - 69.00/session
Adult Group Lessons: $14.38- $55.78/session

Nonmember Rate:
Private Lesson $71.25 - 75.00/hour
Adult Group Lessons: $15.63 - $60.63/session
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Tennis Lessons

Winter/Spring Junior Tennis Lessons
This winter we will be offering 4-Week sessions of junior group lessons. With the exception of session #1 Registration for each session will begin at 1 pm for Gold members (2 pm for Silver, Bronze and Non-members) the Wednesday before each session begins. All Students in the lesson will be given priority to continue to the next session. To do so, they must notify their instructor of there wish to continue by the next to last day of class. Sign-ups can be done online or by contacting the Concierge Desk. If you have any questions about our lesson, please contact one of our Tennis pro's or the Racquet Sport Director at ext #165.

Junior Group Lesson Schedule
Session 1: January 7 - 25
Session 2: January 28 - February 22
Session 3: February 25 - March 21
Session 4: March 24 - April 25
(Spring Break no classes April 7 - 11)
Session 5: April 28 - May 23
Session 6: May 26 - June 13
(3 week session)

Prices per Session for Levels 3 - 6:
$72.00/Gold, $83.00 Bronze/Silver,
$90.00 Nonmembers

Prices per Session for Teeny Tennis, Levels 1 & 2
$36.00/Gold, $41.50/Bronze & Silver,
$45.00 Nonmembers

Teeny Tennis (Ages 4 - 6)
This is the perfect time to introduce youth to tennis. Students will work on the development of general movement fundamentals. We use hand/eye coordination drills and have fun with simple racquet and ball games. Instructor: Doug Ruffin
Day: Fridays (1 day per week)
Time: 3:45 - 4:30 pm


Level 1: (Ages 7-10)
Movement & Stroke “FUN” damentals. This class has a fun atmosphere in which students learn tennis and movement skills. It features light stroke work, terminology and the basic rules of the sport. Students will be exposed to a positive experience in beginning level competition.
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (2 days a week)
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Level 2: Junior Adv. Beg. (Ages 10-14)
This is a foundation building class for this age group. A student should enter this class after a series of orientation private lessons or after completing Level I group lessons. Students will improve their technique for all strokes, learn how to initiate and sustain a controlled rally, develop consistency, and improve placement.
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays (2 days a week)
Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Level 3: Jr. Intermediate (Ages 10-14)
This class is a good compliment to Level 2 with an emphasis on developing technique, control and movement through an increased focus on playing situations. Students should be in the tennis program at least eight months before playing in this group.
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays (2 days a week)
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Level 4: Jr. Varsity Player (Ages 14-18)
This class is for the late and early starter with high motivation, talent or both. Usually an inexperienced tournament player with the goal of playing top high school and tournament tennis is best suited for this class.
Days: Monday & Wednesday (2 days a week)
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Level 5: High School & Older
Class objective for this level of play is development of a more consistent style of play coupled with the more aggressive tactics. This class is designed for the player who is experienced, plays varsity high school tennis, and is preparing for tournament competition.
Days: Monday & Wednesday (2 days a week)
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Level 6: Junior Tournament Player
This class is for the most experienced tennis players that are usually very focused, play four times per week, and are looking to improve their skills to be able to participate in; tournaments. Players will improve their match confidence.
Days: Monday & Wednesday (2 days a week)
Times: 5:00 - 6:00 pm


The Valley Athletic Club
4833 Tumwater Valley Dr.
Tumwater, WA 98501
Phone: (360) 352-3400
Fax: (360) 352-2457
valley@valleyac.com

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