We are excited to announce our NEW 2026 location at the University of California in Santa Cruz, CA! Directed by Head Tennis Coach, Ross Pytko, and his expert coaching staff, we are ready to bring the legacy of Wilson Tennis Camps to the beautiful Santa Cruz area.
Our Junior Sessions offer full day and half day options for kids ages 7-18. We are ready to hit the court whether your young player is just getting started or looking to be tournament ready for the upcoming season. Alongside tennis training, Head Coach Ross Pytko also incorporates time management, communication and collaboration skills that will benefit young players beyond the tennis court. Each camper receives personal attention, advanced teaching techniques, intensive drill work, and game/match play, all in a fun and competitive environment. Campers are broken into small instructional groups with similar age, ability and experience, so each child is working in a group that is commensurate with their experience level and tailor the instruction to the level of the players. Beginners would get a heavier dose of swing technique and fundamentals, while more advanced players would focus on strategy, point building, percentage tennis, etc.
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
Our Adult Sessions provide a weekend of elite tennis training on collegiate level courts, open for adults of all tennis experience and interest. Players will develop skills and practice strategies that will focus on consistency and confidence in game play, allowing for more fun and success on the court. Players will leave with practical drills and skills that are repeatable on your own.
ADULT CURRICULUM INCLUDES:
- Strong Fundamentals: grip, contact, balance, and swing shape
- Efficient Movement: early spacing, recovery, and body connection
- Smarter Decisions: reading ball height and depth, using margin, and playing percentage tennis
- Internal Patterns: serve +1, cross-court control, and net pressure
- Connected Doubles Play: moving in sync, early reads, and clear communication
CAMP DETAILS
CAMP DATES:
- Session II (4 days) - July 20 - July 23, 2026
- Adult Session III (2 days) - July 18 - July 19, 2026
TIMES:
- Session II
- Full Day
- Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Check-Out: 4:00 PM
- Half Day
- Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Check-Out: 12:00 PM
- Adult Session III
- Full Day
- Saturday-Sunday
- Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Check-Out: 4:00 PM
FEES:
- Session II
- Full Day: $799
- Half Day: $549
- Adult Session III
- Full Day: $749
AGES:
- Junior Sessions: ages 7-18 of all skills and abilities
Adult Sessions: ages 18+ of all skills and abilities - Camps are open to any and all.
MORE INFORMATION
Inclement Weather:
- N/A
Grouping:
- Players are grouped by skill, age and experience. Often these groups change throughout the course of the camp.
Swimming:
- Swimming is not an option at this location.
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.
Pertinent Information
Meals:
- No meals provided. Junior Campers should pack their own lunch daily. Adult Campers are free to pack a lunch, or plan to purchase lunch on campus or nearby.
Packing List:
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Day Campers:
- Tennis Racket
- Tennis Shoes
- Sun Screen
- Hat / Visor
- Water Bottle
- Signed Medical Form (download here – https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/)
- Signed Liability Form if you did not complete online during registration (download here – https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/)
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:
Ross Pytko
HEAD MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TENNIS COACH
University of California, Santa Cruz
Ross Pytko became the sixth head coach in UC Santa Cruz men’s tennis’s storied history in August 2023. Pytko joined the Banana Slugs after five years as an assistant tennis coach at MIT.
Interim Director of Athletics and Recreation Courtnie Prather said “it was of utmost importance to find a partner who possessed a deep understanding of the legacy of our Men’s Tennis program, had the necessary experience to continue its growth, and was committed to providing top-notch athletic opportunities for student-athletes in a respectful and educational environment that embodies the NCAA Division III philosophy and UC Santa Cruz’s ‘Principles of Community’. Ross is a diligent recruiter with a proven track record of success on the court and in the classroom. He is a compassionate leader who is dedicated to the growth and development of student-athletes into champions.”
Pytko played tennis for four years at Boston College, graduating in 2004 with a degree in Psychology. He went on to earn a law degree from Suffolk University in Boston, and practiced law for 15 years before beginning his coaching career.
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FACILITY
EAST FIELD HOUSE TENNIS COMPLEX
The home of champions, the Tennis Center in the East Field House Complex is home to the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs Men’s and Women’s Tennis teams. Since 1981, there have been a combined 136 All-American Selections from the Men’s and Women’s teams, as well as 7 NCAA Tournament Team Titles. The facility hosted the NCAA Championships in 2002, 2005 and 2006.