MIND. BODY. SPIRIT. WEEKEND TENNIS RETREAT
Step away from the noise of everyday life and step into a tennis experience designed to elevate every dimension of your performance.
The Mind Body Spirit Tennis Retreat is a transformational training experience led by renowned coach Dale Light and NCAA Head Coach Matthew Simons, author of The Mentally Tough Tennis Player and The Field Guide for BALANCE in a World of Chaos.
This immersive retreat goes far beyond traditional tennis instruction. It blends elite on court coaching, mental performance training, and personal reflection into a single powerful experience. Because the highest level of tennis performance does not come from technique alone. It comes from the alignment of mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are competing in a high pressure tiebreak or navigating the challenges of professional life, the same principles determine success:
Clarity.
Resilience.
Balance.
This retreat teaches you how to develop all three.
A Transformational Tennis Experience
This is not simply a weekend of drills. It is a carefully designed experience that connects high performance tennis training with personal growth. Participants will train, reflect, and compete while developing the tools needed to perform with confidence under pressure. Through guided instruction and intentional practice, players will discover how to unlock their full potential both on and off the court.
The Mentally Tough Toolkit
Every participant receives a copy of The Mentally Tough Tennis Player, a powerful training guide created by Head Coach Matthew Simons. More than a book, it serves as an interactive journal and performance framework that helps players track their mental development during training and competition. Throughout the retreat, players will learn how to use this system to identify mental barriers, strengthen their mindset, and build habits that support long term success.
Elite Coaching Leadership
Participants will learn directly from two respected leaders in the game. Dale Light brings decades of coaching wisdom rooted in discipline, devotion, and the deeper philosophy of sport. Matthew Simons, an NCAA head coach since 2018, combines elite player development with a powerful framework for mental toughness and life balance. Together they create a coaching environment that challenges athletes while nurturing their personal growth.
The Mind Body Spirit Advantage
Tennis is a game of inches and moments. When your body is conditioned, your mind is focused, and your spirit is centered, you unlock a level of performance that cannot be reached through physical training alone. This retreat is designed to help players break through the internal barriers that limit performance and rediscover their true competitive edge. Participants leave with not only improved skills but also a renewed sense of clarity, purpose, and confidence.
Elevate Your Game
Train with purpose. Develop mental toughness. Reconnect with the deeper meaning of the sport you love.
Join us for a tennis retreat that transforms more than your game. It transforms how you compete, how you think, and how you live.
Reserve your place today.
LOCATION NOTES:
- Check out our blog series, The Mentally Tough Tennis Player written by Coach Matt Simons
- Check out Coach Matt Simons’ book, The Field Guide for Balance in a World of Chaos
- Head Coach Matt Simons also runs Junior Camps here
- Special Features of this retreat:
- Catered dinner Friday evening
- Free copy of The Mentally Tough Tennis Player with personalized journal included
- Access to the Wilson demo racquet program
- 30 minute follow-up call with directors Matt Simons and Dale Light
- Exclusive small group instruction (limited spots available)
CAMP DETAILS
CAMP DATES:
- Adult Session I (3 days) – May 29 – May 31, 2026
TIMES:
- Full Day
- Friday
- Check-In: 1:00 PM
- Check-Out: 4:00 PM
- Catered Dinner: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Lunch Break: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Check-Out: 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Lunch Break: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Check-Out: 4:00 PM
- Friday
FEES:
- Full Day: $995
AGES:
- Men and Women ages 18+
- Camps are open to any and all.
MORE INFORMATION
Meals:
- Participants will enjoy a catered meal on Friday evening to kick off the weekend retreat.
- A 2 hour lunch break is provided on Saturday and Sunday to provide ample time for participants to enjoy lunch on campus or nearby on their own.
Inclement Weather:
- The Tennis Pavilion is indoors, allowing us to run our regularly scheduled program regardless of weather conditions.
Grouping:
- Players are grouped by skill and experience. Often these groups change throughoutt the course of the weekend.
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 players 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:
- To all interested registrants,
Matt and Dale truly want to make a difference for you, both on and off the court with this retreat.They know most of you will have some questions, therefore they have added a bonus feature for this retreat.They are always happy to talk with you prior to the retreat to answer any questions. Following the retreat they will give each participant a 30 minute follow-up call to help you keep the momentum you built moving forward in your tennis game.
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 player 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 player 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:
Matthew Simons
HEAD MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TENNIS COACH
UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
Matthew Simons has served as the head coach of the University of Puget Sound men’s and women’s tennis teams since 2018. Under his guidance, the program has seen remarkable transformation, with multiple players earning All-Northwest Conference honors, reflecting the high level of talent and competitiveness fostered within the team.
Simons’ coaching journey is rooted in a strong foundation of personal success. Ranked and competing in USTA sectionals and zonal competitions since the age of 10…At North Thurston High School he finished 5th in state 2 years in a row…He played collegiate tennis at Pacific Lutheran University under the legendary coach Mike Benson, where he contributed to winning multiple conference championships. Individually, he made his mark by reaching the second round in both singles and doubles at the NAIA National Championships.
A strong advocate for mental toughness, Simons emphasizes the importance of mental performance in his coaching philosophy. He authored several books, including “The Mentally Tough Tennis Player” and “The Field Guide for Balance in a World of Chaos” which provide valuable insights and strategies for athletes striving to improve their performance by creating customized personal mental toughness plans.
Still actively competing, Simons holds a world ranking on the ITF Masters Tour and in 2024 was a finalist at the Level 2 Oregon State Open.
His extensive experience includes working with ATP Tour Sense Arena, collaborating with professional players, academies, and universities to improve mental performance. In addition, he has served as a head pro and also worked with Dunlop, Tourna, Mizuno, and Wilson while running numerous tennis camps around the country.
With a focus on both athletic and personal development, Coach Matthew Simons is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence within the University of Puget Sound tennis program, equipping his athletes with the skills and mindset necessary for success both on and off the court.
Camp Director:
Dale Light
HOLISTIC TENNIS COACH
After finishing his collegiate tennis career, Light knew that his future in the sport he loved would focus on coaching rather than competitive play. His perspective, shaped in part by reading The Inner Game of Tennis multiple times during college, led him to think deeply about how he was living his life off the court, with an emphasis on holistically blending mind, body, and spirit.
Over more than forty-five years of directing tennis programs, Light was fortunate to be supported by four world-renowned mentors who helped shape his unique approach to coaching: Chet Murphy, Peter Burwash, Dr. Desmond Oon, and Dennis Ralston. Whether he was in Beijing, China, South America, or anywhere in the United States, they remained guiding influences throughout his journey.
Light’s coaching career includes eight years in collegiate tennis; with four years serving as Head Men’s and Women’s Coach at New Mexico State University, and four years at Lebanon Valley College. He also spent eight and a half years assisting Dennis Ralston at the world-famous The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, where he helped coach and direct adult camps, supported national-level junior training programs, and taught members and guests.
For twenty years, Light served as Director of Tennis at The Boulders Resort in Scottsdale. Alongside a dedicated team, he helped build a program that was consistently rated among the top five in the world by Tennis Resorts Online. During many summers throughout his career, he traveled to Beijing, China, where he trained prospective Chinese tennis coaches and worked at the Olympic Training Center.
Light’s holistic coaching philosophy is supported by a wide range of certifications and professional development experiences. These include a Transformation Life Coach degree from Southwest Institute of Healing Arts; High Performance Coach certification from the United States Tennis Association; Certified High Performance Exercise Kinesiology and Biomechanics from the C.H.E.K. Institute; Macrobiotic Cooking and Therapy Practitioner certification from the Pennsylvania School of Shiatsu; and Teacher of Presence certification from Eckhart Tolle. He is also a Level 3 Coach with Love Coaching Autism, a member of the Directors Club, and a member of SETS International.
A voracious reader, Light continues to pursue growth both personally and professionally, always seeking a higher path for himself and those he coaches.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
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FACILITY
TENNIS PAVILION
Adjoining the Fieldhouse is the Tennis Pavilion, housing six indoor tennis courts, three racquetball courts and an indoor climbing wall. The Logger Men’s and Women’s Tennis teams practice and play in the pavilion.
It was been recently resurfaced and is considered as one the elite court surfaces to play on in the Northwest Conference. It also hosts other school and community events such as high school tournaments, community tournaments, camps, and concerts.