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5 Stars – Based on 8 User Reviews

Day Camp with Half Day option
 

Jacksonville’s favorite event of the summer, The Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps at The University of North Florida, is back again in 2024. A popular Day camp featuring Full and Half Day options, gives campers of all skill levels a chance to get a leg up on their competition this summer. Following back-to-back sold-out sessions in our last summer, The UNF tennis camp again offers two sessions of camp this coming July.

Each camper receives personal attention, advanced teaching techniques, intensive drill work, and game/match play, all in a fun and competitive environment. We break the campers into small instructional groups of similar age and ability, so each child is working in a group that is commensurate with their experience level. We tailor each program to the level of the players. Beginners get a heavy dose of swing technique and fundamentals, while more advanced players focus on strategy, point building, percentage tennis, etc.

The Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps are the premier camps for young players who strive to learn the game, improve their skills and participate in middle school, high school, USTA team tennis, or tournaments.

Camp is open to any and all entrants limited only by number, age, grade level and or gender 

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAMP INCLUDE:

 

  • Comprehensive instructional program with daily teaching progressions
  • Small instructional groups to ensure individual attention
  • Safety prioritized on and off court
  • Camp demo program with all the latest Wilson rackets
  • Great Wilson Raffle and prizes for all campers

CAMP DETAILS

CAMP DATES:

 

  • Session I: July 15-19, 2024
  • Session II: July 22-26, 2024

 

TIMES:

 

  •  Full Day Option: 8:30am – 3:30pm M-Th / 8:30 am – Noon on Friday
  • Half Day Option: 8:30 am – 12:00 am daily

FEES:

 

  • Full Day Option: $525
  • Half Day Option: $365

AGES:

 

  • Boys and Girls ages 7-18 of all skill levels

MORE INFORMATION

Inclement Weather:

 

  • N/A

    Ratio:

     

    • This camp features a 5:1 ratio

      Grouping:

       

      • Kids are grouped by skill, age and experience. Often these groups change throught the course of the camp.

        FAQ's

        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

        Swimming:

         

        • This camp does not offer swimming as an option.

          Camp Policies:

           

          • Please make sure you read the camp polices HERE

            Safety:

             

            •  Camp safety is our number one priority. All efforts are made to ensure that the kids are safe throughout the camp. Safety will be prioritized over tennis and activities when necessary. The camp, Wilson Sporting Goods, Premier Sports camps and its coaches and universities are not responsible for personal items brought to camp.

              Camp Notes:

               

              • None at this time.

                PERTINENT INFORMATION

                Times:

                 

                • Full Day Option: 8:30am – 3:30pm M-Th / 8:30 am – Noon on Friday
                • Half Day Option: 8:30 am – 12:00 am daily

                  Camp Check-In:

                   

                  • Full Day campers: Check-in is Monday at 8:15am; Tuesday – Friday at 8:30am
                  • Half Day campers: Check-in is Monday at 8:15am; Tuesday – Friday at 8:30am

                    Camp Check-Out:

                     

                    • Full Day campers: Check-out is between 3:30pm – 3:45pm daily.
                    • Half Day campers: Check-out is between 12:00pm – 12:30pm daily.

                      Camp Dorm:

                       

                      • Not Applicable – This is a day camp only and does not offer residentail options as part of the camp

                        Roommate Requests:

                         

                        • Not Applicable – This is a day camp only and does not offer residentail options as part of the camp

                          Meals:

                           

                          • Full Day Campers – No meals included. Campers should pack lunch daily
                          • Half Day Campers – No meals included

                            Packing List:

                             

                              FORMS & ACCOUNTS

                              Liability Forms:

                               

                              • Your Liability Waiver was signed during the registration process and is complete as long as you registered online. If you did not sign up with an account online – this form can be downloaded at https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/

                                Medical Forms:

                                 

                                • 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. This form can be downloaded at https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/

                                  My Account / Payments:

                                   

                                  • To check if you have a remaining balance, you can access your account here.

                                    MEET YOUR COACHES

                                    Camp Director:

                                    Catherine Dunagan

                                    Head Women’s Tennis Coach

                                    The University of North Florida

                                    Catherine Dunagan has been the Head Women’s Tennis Coach at UNF since 2019. Since then, Dunagan has claimed a 61-25 record, two ASUN Tournament Championships, three regular season ASUN titles, an NCAA Tournament victory, two ASUN Coach of the Year honors and the program’s first-ever NCAA Singles and Doubles appearance.

                                     

                                    Year-by-Year
                                    2022-2023 | 18-7, 7-1 ASUN (ASUN Tournament Champions and ASUN Regular Season Championship)
                                    2021-2022 | 15-9, 8-1 ASUN (ASUN Regular Season Champions)
                                    2020-21 | 18-8, 6-0 ASUN (ASUN Tournament Champions and Regular Season Champions)
                                    2019-20 | 10-1 (Season Shortened Due to COVID-19 Pandemic)

                                     

                                    Career Highlights at UNF

                                    • 2x ASUN Coach of the Year
                                      2x ASUN Tournament Champion
                                      3x ASUN Regular Season Champion
                                      Won the 10th ASUN Tournament Championship in program history April 22, 2023 at UNF
                                      Helped UNF to a No. 10 ITA Regional Ranking to close out the 2023 season
                                      Won her third regular season title in as many seasons April 7, 2023
                                      Saw Kit Gulihur earn the second NCAA Elite 90 honor in as many seasons while making the second NCAA Singles Championships appearance in as many years May 22, 2023
                                      Gulihur and Melilo make the program’s first NCAA Singles and Doubles Championship appearances in program history respectively – May 23 and 24, 2022.
                                      UNF earns a share of the 2022 ASUN Regular Season Championship – Apr. 16, 2022
                                      Won the program’s first-ever home match against an SEC foe, defeating Missouri, 4-1 – Feb. 27, 2022
                                      Saw Kit Gulihur and Ana Paula Melilo to the ITA Southeast Regionals Doubles Championship and an invitation to nationals – Oct. 18, 2021
                                      Defeated No. 25 Ole Miss in the NCAA Regionals First Round (May 7, 2021) – 1st Win in the NCAA Championship in UNF DI History
                                      2021 ASUN Coach of the Year – April 29, 2021
                                      Won 2021 ASUN Championship – April 24, 2021
                                      Reached 100-Career Wins April 23, 2021

                                    Dunagan came to UNF following one season serving as the associate head coach for women’s tennis at Furman University. Prior to that, she had a seven-year stint as the head women’s tennis coach at Presbyterian College and another two seasons leading the Newberry College program.

                                    A native of Opelika, Ala., Dunagan earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in mathematics from Presbyterian in 2007. A four-year letter winner for the Blue Hose, she played in the No. 1 singles and doubles position, leading Presbyterian to four-straight conference titles and a 24-1 league record during her career. A four-time All-Southern Atlantic Conference (SAC) selection, Dunagan was honored as the SAC Tournament MVP as a senior. She also earned the Greek Athlete of the Year award as a Zeta Tau Alpha member during the 2006-07 season.

                                    Prior to his season at Buffalo, Lucas worked one year as the Head Tennis Professional at The Palencia Club in St. Augustine, Fla. (2015-16) Before serving in the head pro position, Lucas spent a season as a traveling coach on the ITF Pro Circuit where he coached and traveled with Alex Valenstein. He helped guide her to Texas Tech University, where she became a singles and doubles starter on a Top-10 team.

                                    Lucas previously coached in the college ranks in 2014 when he was a volunteer assistant coach at Wake Forest University for one season. While at Wake Forest, Lucas helped the Demon Deacons reach #13 in the ITA National rankings while also helping three players earn All-ACC recognition.

                                    Prior to Wake Forest, Lucas spent three seasons at South Carolina as an assistant coach helping turn the Gamecocks into a Top 25 team. Lucas was named the ITA Carolina Region Assistant Coach of the Year for his success at South Carolina and helped sign the No. 3 recruiting class in the nation in 2011.

                                    STAFF:

                                    The coaching staff of the Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camp at the UNF Tennis camp is one of the strongest and most well respected. Consisting of top collegiate coaches and players, the staff is handpicked for their ability to teach and relate to young players in a friendly, thorough and re-sponsible manner.

                                    CAMP REVIEWS

                                    The camp was very enjoyable, had very good instruction and instructors, and was overall fun.

                                    Parent of Holden M.

                                    My daughter came home the second day requesting to return next year! Thank you!!

                                    Parent of Sofia S.

                                    The staff was great. Both of my daughters had a great time and their tennis has improved. The camp director was very involved all day and constantly bounced between the groups.

                                    Parent of Emma D.

                                    My daughter enjoys the varied coaching she receives at the camp. It is a good opportunity to learn new techniques different from her regular training.

                                    Parent of Savannah R.

                                    Kids loved it. Had fun and are ready to challenge Dad.

                                    Parent of Akhil K.

                                    Our boys really enjoyed the camp! They had fun, made new friends and worked in their tennis game. Great week. Will most likely do the full day next year!

                                    Parent of Lukas K.

                                    Great camp for my two middle school-age boys. They really liked the instructors and picked up some tennis tips that will improve their game.

                                    Parent of R.J. R.

                                    My daughter has been to a variety of tennis camps, including the Harry Holman/ now Saddlebrook tennis academy, and she has enjoyed the Wilson camp very much.

                                    Parent of Abi C.

                                    FACILITY

                                    UNF Tennis Complex

                                    The University of North Florida Tennis Complex contains 10 lighted hard courts — including a fenced stadium court — along with a covered seating area for fans. Two additional courts are located alongside the main complex.

                                    Following the 2012 season, the complex underwent a large-scale renovation. Over the course of the off-season, all 11 courts were re-surfaced and improved. In addition to the surface itself, the facility also replaced many of its fences and added several specially-made windscreens to the courts.

                                    In the Spring of 2014, a scoreboard featuring the ability to show the scores at six different courts was installed adjacent to the central seating area of the facility.

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