NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY – Evanston, IL
5 Stars – Based on 8 User Reviews
Day Camp with Half Day option
Northwestern University harbors one of the midwest’s fastest-growing tennis camps. Located just north of Chicago in the beautiful town of Evanston, our camp provides a fun and competitive environment for all. Under the direction of Northwestern University Men’s Tennis Coaches Arvid Swan and Chris Klingemann, players of all skill levels can get a leg up on their competition this summer!
In 2020 the Northwestern Tennis Camp will offer 4 weeks of camp for boys and girls ages 6-18. The camp is designed so that each camper receives personal attention, advanced teaching techniques, intensive drill work, and game/match play daily. Campers are broken into small instructional groups with those of similar age., ability and experience 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 allowing for maximum learning in a level designed to challenge and reward.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAMP INCLUDE:
- 5.5 – 6 hours of tennis each day
- Camp demo program that includes all the latest Wilson rackets
- Top flight teaching staff and facilities
- Small instructional groups to guarantee individual attention
- Great Wilson prizes and raffle for all campers
CAMP DETAILS
CAMP DATES:
- Session I: July 5-9, 2021
- Session II: July 12-16, 2021
- Session III: July 19-23, 2021
- Session IV: July 26- 30, 2021
FEES:
- Full day: $485 per week
- Half Day: $310 per week
AGES:
- Boys and Girls ages 6-18 of all skill levels.
- Camps are open to any and all..
MORE INFORMATION
Camp Types
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.
Times
Full Day Option:
- – Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Half Day AM Option:
- – Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Half Day PM Option:
- – Mon – Fri: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Meals
No meals provided. Full day campers should bring a packed lunch daily.
Inclement Weather
In the case of inclement weather, Northwestern has 6 indoor courts and we will have full use to these courts. As the camp runs better outdoors, we will shift our daily schedule in anticipation of rain to ensure we maximize our court time outdoors. Camp will proceed rain or shine each day.
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?
We do have a waiting list for our camp weeks that sell out. It is not unusual for us to add campers from the waiting list due to late cancellations. To be added to the waitlist, please email the office.
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
PERTINENT INFORMATION
Check-In
- Full Day campers: Check-in is Monday at 8:30am; Tuesday – Friday at 9:00am
- Half Day AM campers: Check-in is Monday at 8:30am; Tuesday – Friday at 9:00am
- Half Day PM campers: Check-in is Monday at 12:30pm; Tuesday – Friday at 4:00pm
Check-Out
- Full Day campers: Check-out is at 4:00pm daily.
- Half Day AM campers: Check-out is at 12:00pm daily.
- Half Day PM campers: Check-out is at 4:00pm daily.
Camp Forms
All our camp forms, including the required liability form and medical form can be found HERE
Packing List
Day Campers:
- Tennis Racket
- Tennis Shoes
- Sun Screen
- Hat / Visor
- Water bottle
- Snack (if desired)
MEET YOUR COACHES
Camp Director:
ARVID SWAN
HEAD MEN’S TENNIS COACH
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Arvid Swan continues to take the Northwestern University men’s tennis program to new heights as he enters his 11th year at the helm for the Wildcats in 2017-18. He has compiled a 173-113 record in his first ten seasons in Evanston, including a 90-37 mark the last four years.
Swan has guided Northwestern to six consecutive NCAA tournament appearances and seven overall. The first came in his second season, 2009, and the Wildcats have since qualified in every year since 2012.
The Wildcats continued their winning ways in 2017, winning their first nine matches en route to a No. 7 national ranking. Northwestern won 22 matches on the year, including five wins over top-50 opponents. The ‘Cats went into the NCAA tournament ranked 21st in the nation and advanced to the Round of 32.
Swan came to Northwestern after one year as the head men’s tennis coach at DePaul University. While at DePaul, Swan improved the team immensely. On the heels of an 8-14 season, Swan’s Blue Demons finished the 2006-07 season with an 18-7 record and reached a ranking as high as No. 58 in the nation.
Camp Director:
CHRIS KLINGEMANN
ASSOCIATE HEAD MEN’S TENNIS COACH
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Northwestern had its best season in program history in 2016, winning a school record 26 matches and hosting the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament as the No. 14 overall seed. The Wildcats reached as high as No. 7 in the national rankings during the regular season. The team finished second in the Big Ten with a 10-1 mark and won 13 times over top-50 national opponents.
Klingemann was named the ITA Midwest Region Assistant Coach of the Year.
Klingemann, a native of Winnetka, Ill., spent two-and-a-half years playing on the ATP circuit where he ranked amongst the top-six ATP professionals in Canada and amongst the top 520 players in the world. Playing doubles, Klingemann won two Futures Tournament titles and advanced to the finals of a Challenger Tournament. He has a career high doubles ranking of No. 480. Klingemann was also a singles finalist in one Futures Tournament and posted wins over four players who were each ranked in the top-200.
STAFF:
The coaching staff of the Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camp at ASU is one of the strongest and most well respected in the country. 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 responsible manner.
CAMP REVIEWS
FACILITY
VANDY CHRISTIE TENNIS CENTER
2310 Sheridan Rd.
Evanston, IL 60208
The Vandy Christie Tennis Center was dedicated on October 29, 1994 to honor an outstanding alumnus and special representative of Northwestern University. Christie’s Northwestern career began as a varsity tennis player in 1955. He returned as the men’s head coach from 1976-83 and then became the director of athletic development.
The Center boasts 15 courts, a pro shop and permanent seating for approximately 400 spectators. The courts have been home to Wildcat tennis since 1941, and have been the site of four NCAA Championships and 23 Big Ten Championships.
In 2013, the facility was upgraded thanks to a generous donation from Chris and Courtney Combe. The donation from the Combe family includes a main scoreboard, six individual scoreboards (one for each court), and six 27-foot long bleachers that are three rows deep with chairbacks.
The Christie Tennis Center is located on Sheridan Road.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
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