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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 2022. 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.

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 17-21, 2023
  • Session II: July 24-28, 2023

* The Half-day option is sold out for both weeks of camp Full-day option still has limited spots available. 

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: $505
  • Half Day Option: $345

AGES:

 

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

MORE INFORMATION

Camp Types: Traditional Tennis Camp

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 stroke production (to ensure proper technique) and be introduced to gameplay situations to introduce these players to the competitive side of the game.
  • High School / Tournament:  High school (both varsity and JV) and tournament players will focus on the strategic and competitive aspects of the game. Although swing fundamentals are featured, emphasis will also feature point building, court positioning, patterns of play, 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 levels. 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.

Meals

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

Inclement Weather


Unfortunately, we do not have indoor courts on campus and in the event of inclement weather we will have to adjust accordingly. In the case of rain,  we will supplement the tennis with fitness and footwork drills, video tennis analysis, mental coaching. We also have access to the Recreation center and will fill out the day with recreational activities. Please be assured we will do everything in our power to ensure maximum outdoor tennis throughout the week and will make every effort to communicate with the families on those days of poor weather.

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

Airport Transportation

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

PERTINENT INFORMATION

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

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 Forms

All our camp forms, including the required liability form and medical form can be found HERE

Packing List

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

Pertinent Camp Information for Check-in

Forms / Balance Due


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.

Check-In / Check-Out Information


Check-in / Drop off: 

  • Check-in / Drop off Time: 8:15am on the first day of camp; 8:30am remainder of the week
  • Check-in / Drop off Location: UNF Tennis Complex
  • Check-in / Drop off Address: 1 UNF Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224

Check-out / Pick up:  

  • Check-out / Pick up Time: 3:30pm daily for Full Day Campers / 12:00pm for Half Day Campers
  • Check-out / Pick up Location: UNF Tennis Complex
  • Check-out / Pick up Address : 1 UNF Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224

Meals Included: 

  • No meals provided. Please pack a lunch daily for full day campers

Packing List

 

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

Session Notes

N/A

MEET YOUR COACHES

Camp Director:

Catherine Dungagan

Head Women’s Tennis Coach

The University of North Florida

Catherine Dunagan was named the head women’s tennis coach in August of 2019. Since then, Dunagan has claimed a 43-18 record, an ASUN Tournament Championship, two regular season ASUN titles, an NCAA Tournament victory, ASUN Coach of the Year honors and the program’s first-ever NCAA Singles and Doubles apppearance.

Career Highlights at UNF

  • Saw Kit Gulihur and Ana Paula Melilo to the ITA Southeast Regionals Doubles Championship and an invitation to nationals – Oct. 18, 2021
  • Won the program’s first-ever home match against an SEC foe, defeating Missouri, 4-1 – Feb. 27, 2022
  • 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
  • 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 comes 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.

In her season at Furman, the Paladins posted a 26-1 overall mark and perfect 7-0 SoCon record and concluded the season ranked 55th nationally.  Furman, which claimed its third-consecutive and 19th overall Southern Conference title in 2019, put together a 23-match winning streak, the longest in Furman history.  The Paladins, who climbed as high as 40th in the national poll, secured the SoCon’s automatic bid the NCAA Championships and earned a No. 3 seed in the tournament for just the second time in program history.

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 11 lighted hard courts — including a fenced stadium court — along with a covered seating area for fans. Seven 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.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

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