Tennis is considered a sport for a lifetime. CBRC Health & Fitness Junior Development Programs cover the entire spectrum so all junior players can learn to love the life game! The focus is on fun, cooperation, and teamwork, all while developing the skills to allow for confident, consistent play at every level.
About Our Tennis Program Director
Jana Rhodes, Director of Racquet Sports at CBRC Health & Fitness, has been a teaching pro at CBRC since 2019 and brings not only a wealth of over 20 years of teaching experience in Boston, Florida, and the PNW to the position, but also spent 10 years on the professional tour. She played at all 4 Grand Slam events, was a member of the Canadian Olympic and Fed Cup (now known as the Billie Jean King Cup) teams, and held a singles ranking as high as number 64 in the world on the WTA Professional Tour. Jana’s teaching and playing experience are unmatched in the area.
CBRC Health & Fitness Junior Tennis Program is designed for all youth ages 6 to 18. There are classes suited to each player’s ability and goals. Our teaching professionals will work with the player and parents to determine the best path to success.
Group Classes: Pathways to Success
The ages shown are guidelines only. Placement into higher-level classes will be at the discretion of the Racquet Sports Director and teaching Pro.
Red-Orange-Green Track (Ages 12 and Under)
In the Red-Orange-Green System of tennis development, court & equipment sizes vary according to players’ size and capability. Red, orange, and green tennis balls vary in compression, size, and speed from the regular yellow tennis balls and allow for a more positive, less frustrating tennis experience. Players can stay motivated by rallying and having fun with tennis!
To maximize enjoyment and success at each level, we will be looking at a variety of factors when considering players for advancement. Cooperation and coachability are key, as well as mastery of the ready position, ready steps, and recovery steps. A short rally with a partner and an overhead serve to the correct box will need to be demonstrated.
Red Ball: Level 1 (Ages 6-8)
Students with very little to no experience will learn the basic skills. Focus is on fun and movement using catching and throwing games, and simple drills. Players learn correct form as well as how to rally, serve, score, and play points on a 36′ court.
Court size: 36′ | Racquet size: 19-23″
Orange Ball: Level 2 (Ages 8-10)
The focus is on more consistency and adapting to a larger playing area. Players refine technique, directional control, and movement, with more attention on the serve and return in preparation for match play.
Court size: 60′ | Racquet size: 25-26″
Green Ball: Level 3 (Ages 10-12)
Players are challenged by the demands of covering a full-sized court and focusing on strategy and tactics as well as offense and defense. The technique continues to be refined, along with match play, in preparation for Yellow Ball classes.
Court size: 78′ | Racquet size: 25-27″
Yellow Ball Track (Ages 11 and Older)
Whether experienced or new to the game, players ready for yellow ball (full size) tennis will build their skills in our programs. Advancement in our yellow ball programs will be at the Pro’s discretion and will depend on a variety of factors such as effort, attitude, coachability, cooperation, athleticism, and skill level.
Yellow 1: Beginners (Tween Beginners, Ages 11 and Older)
For those looking to get started in tennis in the middle school years, this class will introduce all of the basic skills to prepare for more advanced instruction. Players will also learn how to rally, serve, score, and play points.
Players will be ready for Yellow 2: Varsity Development after the successful completion of this class.
Court size: 78′ | Racquet size: 27″
Yellow 2: Varsity Development (7th – 12th Grade)
For players looking to play high school tennis or who currently compete at that level. Continued technical development with a focus on movement, strategy, and match play. Lots of doubles!
Players will be ready for Yellow 3: Tournament Training at the Pro’s discretion.
Court size: 78′ | Racquet size: 27″
Yellow 3: Tournament Training (12 and Older)
For the tournament player or higher-level varsity player, this class continues the refinement of technical ability while also emphasizing consistency, footwork, fitness, and goal setting. Match play is a priority with a focus on strategy and patterns of play as well as developing rituals.
Court size: 78′ | Racquet size: 27″
Junior Tennis Fitness & Agility:
For Yellow 2/3 students and higher. This class will offer exercises designed to help young athletes enhance their strength, agility, balance, and flexibility. These workouts not only benefit the tennis athlete but also plays a crucial role in reducing their risk of injury. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn essential exercises to enhance your skill set and help keep you injury-free!
Private Lessons
Available to all ages and skill levels.