Vanderbilt Tennis Club--2024/25 Fall/Winter/Spring Junior Program Application.    
                      15 Vanderbilt Avenue (4th fl.), New York, NY 10017 ~ 212-599-6500.
                Email contact: michael@suttoneasttennis.com  or  rick@suttoneasttennis.com
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CHILD'S AGE (at the start of the program) *
GENERAL PLAYING LEVEL *
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS & TIMES
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ball Color (Red, Orange, Green and Yellow) and their corresponding court sizes are factors PURELY based upon age /size and is in coordination with United States Tennis Association guidelines.   BALL COLOR IS NOT AT ALL A MEASURE OF ABILITY.


3'S PROGRAM --  Child must be 3 years old to participate.  No exceptions.  30 minute class with two kids max. Session 1 runs for 18 weeks.  This program is a fun introduction to tennis for our youngest players.  Children will participate in a variety of skill building activities including basic athletic skills (running, catching etc.) , to more advanced athletic skills focusing on tennis stroke technique. Kids will use red dot balls, 17 or 19 inch rackets and mini courts for size proportionate play.   Each first time student will be given a brand new racket -- theirs to keep -- to begin the new session!

TIMES:   
Tuesdays        3:30-4 pm
Wednesdays  3:30-4 pm
Thursdays      3:30-4 pm
Fridays            3:30-4 pm
Saturdays       9-9:30 & 9:30-10 am

RED BALL 1 --  Ages 4 & 5  (Beginner-Intermediate levels).  Registration options are 18 weeks (includes 21 hours of training), or 36 weeks (includes 42 hours of training). APPLICANTS MUST BE 4 or 5 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM'S START.  Max 4 kids per group.  

TIMES:
Mondays         3-4 & 4-5 pm
Tuesdays        3-4  & 4-5 pm
Wednesdays  3-4 & 4-5 pm
Thursdays      3-4 & 4-5 pm 
Fridays            3-4 & 4-5 pm
Saturdays       10-11 am 


RED BALL 2 --  Ages 6 & 7  (Beginners-Intermediate levels).  Registration options are 18 weeks (includes 21 hours of training), or 36 weeks (includes 42 hours of training). APPLICANTS MUST BE 6 or 7 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM'S START.  Max 4 kids per group.

TIMES:  
Mondays         3-4 & 4-5 pm
Tuesdays        3-4  & 4-5 pm
Wednesdays   3-4 & 4-5 pm
Thursdays       3-4 & 4-5 pm 
Fridays             3-4 & 4-5 pm
Saturdays        11 -12 pm 

This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association system which uses age/size appropriate equipment, lower pressure red dot balls and 36’ courts so that young kids can learn and play the game quickly, and set the stage for future success. Curriculum is designed so that children will learn and practice all athletic and tennis fundamentals, court positioning, develop a serve, rally and begin point play. Children will be separated into groups and curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 4 per group, with general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio.


ORANGE BALL: Ages 8 & 9 (Advanced beginner - Advanced players).  Registration is for 28 weeks (includes 40 hours of training) with the option to extend for an additional 8 weeks (Note that you must opt in for Spring session and there is a discounted price if you register early).

TIMES:  
Mondays    4-5 pm
Thursdays  4-5 pm
Saturdays   12- 1 pm

This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway which uses age/size appropriate equipment, lower pressure orange dot balls and 60’ courts so that young kids can learn and play the game quickly and develop professional style skills. Curriculum is designed so that kids will learn and practice all stroke fundamentals, court positioning, develop a serve, rally and begin point play. More advanced players will learn more advanced stroke technique,  spin, combining shots together with purpose, serve with spin and direction, approaching the net to use volleys, overheads and more advanced point play...all while using  orange dot balls and covering a larger court. Curriculum will be adjusted according to ability and age. Max 6 per court, and a general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio.  APPLICANTS MUST BE 8 or 9 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM START.  


GREEN BALL: Ages 10 & 11 (Advanced beginner - Advanced players).  Registration is for 28 weeks  (includes 40 hours of training) with the option to extend for an additional 8 weeks (Note that you must opt in for Spring session and there is a discounted price if you register early).

TIMES:  
Tuesdays   4-5 pm
Fridays       4-5 pm  * See below.  This class is offered at a discounted rate.

This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway and will be conducted on 78’ (full) courts with lower pressure green dot balls. Curriculum will vary based on experience and ability, with the goal to develop or refine technique and provide players with the tools to meet their goals.  Groupings will be created with consideration of playing ability and age and players will utilize faster green dot balls. Emphasis will be placed on skills application in live ball (point play) situations.  Max 6 per court, and a general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio.   APPLICANTS MUST BE 10 or 11 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF PROGRAM START.


YELLOW BALL: Ages 12 and Older  (Advanced beginner - Advanced players):  Registration is for 28 weeks (includes 40 hours of training) with the option to extend for an additional 8 weeks (Note that you must opt in for Spring session and there is a discounted price if you register early).  APPLICANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 12 YEARS OLD TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM.

TIMES: 
Mondays     5-6 pm
Tuesdays    5-6 pm
Thursdays  5-6 pm
Fridays        5-6 pm  * See below.  This class is offered at a discounted rate.
Saturdays   1-2 pm

This program follows the mandated United States Tennis Association Junior Pathway and will be conducted on 78’ (full) courts with full pressure yellow balls. Curriculum will vary based on experience and ability, with the goal to develop or refine technique and provide players with the tools to meet their goals.  Emphasis will be placed on skills application in live ball (point play) situations. Max 6 per court and a general 4:1 student/instructor average ratio.

BEGINNERS CLINIC:  For junior players 8 - Older.  This program is designed for kids who have never played and/or never had any formal instruction. Program is one hour per week for 9 weeks. Children will learn all fundamental skills. This program is on our practice court which is a smaller court space with ball machines designed for practicing and learning.

TIME:
Wednesdays 5-6 pm


SELECT PROGRAM TYPE *
PROGRAM TYPE (Select one based on the information provided above). After selecting PROGRAM TYPE, then proceed to select the program PRICE and DURATION in one of the subsequent fields
3's PROGRAM / SELECT PRICE & DURATION
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE DATES OF EACH OPTION--AS THE 3's PROGRAM DATES DIFFER FROM ORANGE, GREEN & YELLOW BALL.  All prices are per child except for private groups.   If you were given a prorated price for a later start date, please choose "other" and include the amount quoted to you in the "Notes to Director" section.  Available times for each program are listed in the "Programs descriptions and times" section above.  
RED BALL / SELECT PRICE & DURATION
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE DATES OF EACH OPTION--AS RED BALL DATES DIFFER FROM ORANGE, GREEN & YELLOW BALL.  All prices are per child except for private groups.   If you were given a prorated price for a later start date, please choose "other" and include the amount quoted to you in the "Notes to Director" section.  Available times are listed in the "Programs descriptions and times" section above.  
ORANGE, GREEN or YELLOW BALL / SELECT PRICE & PROGRAM DURATION
All prices are per child.  Instructors are assigned at a 4:1 ratio.   PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO START & END DATES as RED BALL differs from ORANGE, GREEN & YELLOW BALL. If you were given a prorated price for a later start date, please choose "Other" and indicate that amount in the "Notes to Director" section
BEGINNERS CLINIC
All prices are per child.  Instructors are assigned at a 4:1 ratio.   PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO START & END DATES AS THEY DIFFER FROM ALL OTHER CLASSES OFFERED.   If you were given a prorated price for a later start date, please choose "Other" and indicate that amount in the "Notes to Director" section
LIST YOUR PREFERRED DAYS/TIMES (In order of preference.  Minimum two DIFFERENT options must be provided) *
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SPRING SESSION (April 15 -June 9, 2025) Applies to Orange, Green and Yellow Ball only. *
Eight additional hours of training.  Includes 8 one hour weekly sessions.  Please note, early registration rate will only apply if spring commitment accompanies fall / winter registration. 
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Terms and Conditions
1. There are no cancellations. Refunds are given only if a replacement is found.
2. Full payment due with application
3. No guaranteed makeups for missed classes.
4. No credit is given against unused classes.
5. Classes must be made up within the current session.
6. Red Ball max 4 per group. Orange, Green and Yellow ball groups max 6 per court. Generally a 4:1 student/teacher ratio for weekly classes.
7. All taxes included in price above.
8. All programs use appropriate balls, equipment and court dimensions per USTA guidelines.
9. Director reserves the right to determine the best group for each child.
10. The program is on break for two weeks of winter break (December 23, 2024 - January 5, 2025) and two weeks for spring break (March 17 - 30, 2025).
11. All enrollments include Weekend Junior Play Sessions (held on Saturdays & Sundays from 2-4 pm).   Three one hour play sessions are included with an 18 week red ball enrollment.  Six play sessions are included for a 36 week red ball enrollment.  Six two-hour play sessions are included with a 28 week enrollment for orange, green and yellow ball players. The Play Sessions are two hours of points and games conducted by coaches.  Play sessions are held at Sutton East Tennis on 59/York, and are only available between Sept. 21, 2024 and April 6, 2025. Online signup for these sessions will be introduced prior to September 21.
12.  Email rick@suttoneasttennis.com when your child misses a class to schedule a makeup.  All makeups are held at Sutton East located on 59/York.
13. SIBLING DISCOUNT: 5% discount for the second child.  This applies only to children who are in the junior program in the same session. If there is a difference in price between the sibling's programs, the program of lower value will receive the discount. The discount will be applied once the child is paid in full. If enrolling more than 2 siblings, a 5% discount will be applied to all additional siblings.
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