Skill Levels
Junior Recreational Skill Levels
PEE WEES: For ages 5-6, classes are designed to introduce children to tennis, help them with tracking, eye-hand coordination and balance. Emphasis on fun and success.
BEGINNERS: Limited tennis experience. Class will provide a good foundation while emphasizing proper stroke mechanics and basic footwork. Again, "FUN" is the magic word.
ADV. BEGINNERS: A student at this level has mastered Level 1. Emphasis on rallying, and serving from the baseline. Learning to play "Real" tennis. Goal is to start playing on a consistent basis.
INTERMEDIATE: A student at this level has mastered Level 2. Excellent knowledge of the game. Emphasis on footwork, strategy, consistency and full-court match play.
Junior Tournament Training Skill Levels-by invitation only!!!
The PTP Tournament Training (TT) Program is design for the serious student that has the overall desire, work ethic and commitment to improve his/her game. The expectation is that TT students are playing 3 times per week during the winter and everyday (or almost) during the outdoor season. The TT student should also be participating in USTA sanction tournaments. Eligibility in the PTP Tournament Training Program is based upon the student’s work ethic. Continuation in the TT program is not guaranteed.
High School Training
SHINING STARS: For ages 6-9 that show focus and desire.
Pre-Tournament Training
Bronze TT
Silver TT
Gold TT
Platinum TT
Adult Skill Levels
BEGINNERS: For players new to the game.
***** Beginners will receive a great deal of technical input!
ADV. BEGINNERS: For players who have general knowledge of grips and strokes but are still struggling to hit the ball.
***** Advance Beginners will receive a fair amount of technical input!
INTERMEDIATE: (3.0) Has shown more consistent strokes and knows basic doubles strategies. Still needs confidence in strokes and hitting for direction.
***** Intermediates will receive little technical input!
ADVANCED: (3.5 & above) Player has very aggressive and consistent match play experience. It is too late for technical changes in game, but still looking for strategy tips and how to exploit opponent's weaknesses. Must be physically ready for a great workout.
***** Advance players receive virtually no technical input!
Sp ADV (3.5): This player has been approved (by try-out) to be in this level. Player has very aggressive and consistent match play experience. It is too late for technical changes in game, but still looking for strategy tips and how to exploit opponent's weaknesses. Must be physically ready for a great workout.
***** Advance players receive virtually no technical input!
Sp ADV (4.0): This player has been approved (by try-out) to be in this level. Player has very aggressive and consistent match play experience. It is too late for technical changes in game, but still looking for strategy tips and how to exploit opponent's weaknesses. Must be physically ready for a great workout.
***** Advance players receive virtually no technical input!
Senior Skill Levels
Level 1: Players just starting out or with limited ability. Emphasis on strokework, footwork, and basic doubles strategy.
Level 2: This player has mastered Level 1; has good mobility and strokes. Excellent knowledge of the game. Emphasis on consistent doubles play.
Level 3: Experienced player who employs strategy and tactics well. Very reliable strokes, emphasis on inner tennis and agressive doubles play.
Level 4: This player has been pre-approved by try-out or recommendation.
Level 5: This player has been invited to join this class.