Our traditional tennis camps are designed to focus on the fundamentals and swing techniques of modern tennis strokes. We tailor the instruction to the skill level and experience of each level of player. Some of the areas of focus for each level include:

• Beginners: The beginning level player will be introduced to the basics of the game. Emphasis will be placed on stroke production and the technical aspects of the swing to teach these young players sound fundamentals from the ground up.
• Intermediate: Intermediate level players will also focus on fundamental stroke production (to ensure proper technique), but will also be input into gameplay situations to introduce these players to the competitive side of the game.
• Advanced: The more advanced players will work with stroke production in a competitive environment, but will also be introduced to the basic strategies of the game.
• High School / Tournament: Varsity high school and tournament players will focus on the strategic and competitive aspects of the game. Although there will be attention spent on the stroke fundamentals, more emphasis will be placed on point progression, court positioning, patterns and sequences, percentage plays and live ball drill work.

Note: A skills evaluation is done on the first day of camp and we will assign students to small instructional groups with kids of similar age, ability and experience level. Players will continue to be evaluated throughout the week and coaches will move kids into situations to push them and help ensure they are in a comfortable learning environment.

The Match Play camps are designed for players looking for a highly competitive experience, with an emphasis on match strategies and point progressions. Campers will be exposed to many of the advanced teaching techniques and match play strategies found in the country’s top collegiate tennis programs.

The players will focus on singles strategies Including Offense, Defense, alternative patterns of play and the role of footwork and balance will be featured. Doubles emphasis includes traditional and alternative formations, aggressive net play, team movement and communication. These camps will also feature Match Play, with on court coaching from our staff to ensure that these techniques are being adopted and understood by the young players. It is the main goal of the camp to teach the students a way to improve dramatically by playing percentages and understanding the strategies of the game of tennis.

Traditional Camp & Match Play Camp

• Overnight campers: All meals are included from Sunday dinner – Thursday lunch.
• Commuter campers: All lunches and dinners are included from Sunday dinner – Thursday lunch. (no breakfast provided)
• Full day campers: Dinner is provided on Sunday and Lunch is provided Monday – Thursday. (no breakfast provided)

The Indiana University Tennis Center does feature indoor courts next to the outdoor facility and camp will be held rain or shine. Schedules and times may be adjusted throughout the week to ensure the maximum amount of time on the courts.

Q: Are there Skill Requirements for this camp?

Per NCAA rules, our sports camps are open to all entrants. Enrollment is limited only by age, grade level, gender, and capacity restrictions as specified by each camp.

Q: What type of campers attend this camp?

Our camps are open to all levels of tennis players. We have players from absolute beginner to high school / Tournament level.

We design our camps to teach the technical basics and love of the game to the beginning player, to introduce strategical decision making, and more advanced technique to the intermediate player, while building on their current stroke production, and to put the advanced players into pressured, strategical and competitive situations.

Q. What is the ratio of campers to staff?

Groups will be divided into small instructional groups of approximately 5-6: 1 camper to coach. Some camps/sessions offer higher or lower ratios based on the curriculum.

Q. If the camp is full, do you have a waiting list?

To be added to the waitlist, please register here (there is no fee to join the waitlist).

Q. Should I purchase camp/cancellation insurance?

We recommend all families purchase camp/cancellation insurance if they are concerned about the investment they are making in the camp. Kids do get injured, sick and family plans change from the time of registration leading up to the camp. Camp insurance allows peace of mind and has many benefits in any of these events. Please review our policies page for more information about camp/cancellation insurance. Click Here

Airport transportation may be available upon request for those flying into camp. 

All match play at our Match Play week of camp will be recorded for UTR ratings

Camp Waiver (required):  
Your Liability Waiver was signed during the registration process and is complete as long as your registered online.

Medical Form (required):  
Each camper must have a completed and signed medical form brought to check-in on the first day of camp. –  Download Form here 
A physical exam is not required for campers. If the camper needs medical or disability accommodations, including significant food allergies that require special meals, please email the office.

Balance Due:
To check if you have a remaining balance, you can access your account here.

Dorm (if applicable): 
Camp Dorm: Alpha Delta Phi Sorority
Dorm Address: 2001 North Fisher Court Bloomington, IN 47406
Dorm AC: yes
Dorm Linens: No
Dorm Bed Size : Twin XL

Check-in / Drop off: 

• Check-in / Drop off Time: Overnight Campers: 3-4pm on Sunday; Commuter Campers: 3-4pm on Sunday; 9am Monday-Wednesday; Thursday 9am; Full Day Campers: 3-4pm on Sunday; 9am Monday-Wednesday; Thursday 9am
• Check-in / Drop off Location: Alpha Delta Phi Sorority House
• Check-in / Drop off Address: 2001 North Fisher Court Bloomington, IN 47406

Check-out / Pick up:  

• Check-out / Pick up Time: Overnight Campers: 12:00pm Thursday; Commuter Campers: 10:00pm Sunday-Wednesday; 12pm Thursday; Full Day Campers: 8:00pm Sunday; 4:00pm Monday-Wednesday; 12:00pm Thursday
• Check-out / Pick up Location: Alpha Delta Phi Sorority House
• Check-out / Pick up Address : 2001 North Fisher Court Bloomington, IN 47406

Meals Included: 

• Overnight Campers: All meals are included from Sunday dinner – Thursday lunch.
• Commuter Campers: All lunches and dinners are included from Sunday dinner – Thursday lunch.
• Full Day Campers: Dinner is provided Sunday; Lunch Monday-Thursday
  

• Tennis Racket
• Tennis Shoes
• Sun Screen
• Hat / Visor
• Water bottle
• Snack (if desired)

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