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Summer Smash Tennis: Feeding Frenzy (2.0-3.0)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:51 +0000

Improve consistency and cardio through feeding drills. In this high energy class, coaches feed balls and provide feedback to help students develop their forehand, backhand, volleys, and serve through high repetition training. Students are encouraged to register for an Adult Beginner++ (2.0) or Intermediate class in addition to Feeding Frenzy.Student Background- Can rally consistently from baseline – Can rally consistently or somewhat consistently from net- Can serve consistently or somewhat consistently- Has received prior technical instruction for groundstrokes, volleys, and serve – Has experience with all phases of play and transitioning between phasesDevelopment Focus- Improve consistency and quality of shot production- Improve strategic use of depth and direction- Gain experience transitioning between different phases of play

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Summer Smash Tennis: Adult Intermediate (2.5-3.0)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:50 +0000

Improve consistency of groundstrokes, volleys, and serve. An opportunity for players with experience (2.5-3.0 NTRP rating) to refine technique while improving reception of wide, high, low, deep, and short balls. Through game-based learning, students will improve their ability to play within cooperative and competitive settings.Student Background- Can consistently rally 10 in a row from baseline with forehand and backhand controlling direction- In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes and volleys – In the process of developing correct movement and positioning- In the process of developing consistent full motion serveDevelopment Focus- Refine groundstroke and volley technique- Improve groundstroke and volley consistency- Improve shot selection in singles and doubles context- Improve serve technique and consistency- Learn or improve transition to net

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Summer Smash Tennis: Adult Intermediate (2.5-3.0)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:50 +0000

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Summer Smash Tennis: Adult Beginner (1.0)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:48 +0000

Learn how to play tennis in a small group setting. This course provides an introduction to the game with an eventual progression to rally and play within the full court setting. Student BackgroundBeginning or continuing to:- Develop technique for groundstrokes- Develop ability to rally consistently from the ½ court and ¾ court settings Development Focus- Develop a solid technical foundation for groundstrokes- Introduce players to cooperative and competitive rally games- Develop a love for tennis in a positive environment

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Summer Smash Tennis: Adult Beginner + (1.5)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:48 +0000

Continue developing fundamental skills in a small group setting. This course builds on technique and strategy from Adult Beginner in order to become more confident rallying and playing with serve within the full court setting. Students should repeat this course until they can confidently rally from the baseline with forehand and backhand. Student BackgroundHas taken Adult Beginner or;Continuing to:- Develop or refine technique for groundstrokes- Develop consistency rallying in the ¾ court to full court settings- Develop technique for serveDevelopment Focus- Continue to develop or refine groundstroke technique- Gain / improve ability to rally with limited use of or no self-rallies- Become familiar with shot-cycle – Develop technical foundation for serve- Initial exposure to volleying

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Summer Smash Tennis: Adult Beginner (1.0)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:47 +0000

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Summer Smash Tennis: Youth Aces (11-16 yrs)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:33 +0000

Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the 1/2 stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation. Held INDOORS in the gymnasium.Development Focus:Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment.Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking.Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique.Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills.Student Background:In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes.In the process of developing correct movement and positioning.Can rally consistently from service line or farther (¾ court or baseline).Student GroupingsStudents will be split into small groups based on age and skill. Since 2012, Summer Smash Tennis has provided tennis programs and classes to community centres and schools across Vancouver. Our coaches are certified instructors who have worked with hundreds of students to inspire a passion for tennis and sport. We share a common goal of creating safe, fun and challenging learning environments for all students. Through the use of the Progressive Tennis teaching method, students are given the foundation to excel as players for life. Read more at www.summersmashtennis.ca.All students MUST print our activity waiver off from our website www.summersmashtennis.ca and bring a signed copy to the FIRST class. All tennis lessons are taught by a Tennis Canada Certified Instructor and/or a BC Ministry Certified Teacher. Students are expected to bring their own racquets to the lesson, and to come dressed in athletic clothing with athletic shoes.Students are expected to bring water.

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Summer Smash Tennis: Mini Aces (6-7.5 yrs)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000

Start or continue learning tennis INDOORS! Prepare your child to excel at tennis and sport with lessons that focus on developing fundamental movement and proprioception. We have fun developing students? movement, tracking, and racquet skills. An emphasis is placed on learning how to develop coordination and cooperation skills in a group setting.Student BackgroundHas some or no experience in tennis. Beginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Development FocusDevelop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment.Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking.Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique.Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills.Since 2012, Summer Smash Tennis has provided tennis programs and classes to community centres and schools across Vancouver. Our coaches are certified instructors who have worked with hundreds of students to inspire a passion for tennis and sport. We share a common goal of creating safe, fun and challenging learning environments for all students. Through the use of the Progressive Tennis teaching method, students are given the foundation to excel as players for life. Read more at www.summersmashtennis.caAll students MUST print an activity waiver off from the website www.summersmashtennis.ca and bring a signed copy to the FIRST class.All tennis lessons are taught by a Tennis Canada Certified Instructor and/or a BC Ministry Certified Teacher.Students are expected to bring their own racquets to the lesson, and to come dressed in athletic clothing with athletic shoes.Students are expected to bring water.

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Summer Smash Tennis: Mini Aces (6-7.5 yrs)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000

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Summer Smash Tennis: Youth Aces (11-16 yrs)

Kristiina — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000

Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the 1/2 stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building a strong technical foundation. Held INDOORS in the gymnasium. No class on Tuesday, October 13.Development Focus:Develop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment.Develop and integrate reception and projection skills for movement and tracking.Develop full-motion groundstrokes with modern technique.Develop cooperative and competitive rally skills.Student Background:In the process of refining technique for groundstrokes.In the process of developing correct movement and positioning.Can rally consistently from service line or farther (¾ court or baseline).Student GroupingsStudents will be split into small groups based on age and skill. Since 2012, Summer Smash Tennis has provided tennis programs and classes to community centres and schools across Vancouver. Our coaches are certified instructors who have worked with hundreds of students to inspire a passion for tennis and sport. We share a common goal of creating safe, fun and challenging learning environments for all students. Through the use of the Progressive Tennis teaching method, students are given the foundation to excel as players for life. Read more at www.summersmashtennis.ca.All students MUST print our activity waiver off from our website www.summersmashtennis.ca and bring a signed copy to the FIRST class. All tennis lessons are taught by a Tennis Canada Certified Instructor and/or a BC Ministry Certified Teacher. Students are expected to bring their own racquets to the lesson, and to come dressed in athletic clothing with athletic shoes.Students are expected to bring water.

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