Child Archives • Kitsilano Community Centre located in Vancouver, British Columbia https://kitscc.com/event_listing_type/child/ Check out all our Recreation, Fitness, Childcare and Seniors Programs Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:44:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://kitscc.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-web-app-manifest-512x512-1-32x32.png Child Archives • Kitsilano Community Centre located in Vancouver, British Columbia https://kitscc.com/event_listing_type/child/ 32 32 Summer Smash Tennis: Youth Aces (11-16 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-youth-aces-11-16-yrs-2/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:33 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-youth-aces-11-16-yrs-2/ 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 […]

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]]> 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) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-mini-aces-6-7-5-yrs/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-mini-aces-6-7-5-yrs/ 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 […]

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]]> 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) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-mini-aces-6-7-5-yrs-2/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-mini-aces-6-7-5-yrs-2/ 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 […]

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]]> 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: Youth Aces (11-16 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-youth-aces-11-16-yrs/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:32 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-youth-aces-11-16-yrs/ 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 […]

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]]> 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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]]> Summer Smash Tennis: Junior Fundamentals (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-4/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:31 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-4/ Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still […]

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]]> Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line.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.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: Junior Fundamentals (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-2/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:31 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-2/ Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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. Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for […]

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]]> Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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. Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line.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.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: Junior Fundamentals (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-3/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:31 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs-3/ Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still […]

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]]> Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line.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.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: Junior Aces (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-aces-7-5-10-yrs-3/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:30 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-aces-7-5-10-yrs-3/ Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building strong technical foundation. Development FocusDevelop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment.Develop and integrate […]

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]]> Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building strong technical foundation. 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.Student BackgroundIn 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. Key InfoAll 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: Junior Aces (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-aces-7-5-10-yrs-4/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:30 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-aces-7-5-10-yrs-4/ Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building strong technical foundation. Development FocusDevelop a love for tennis and sport in a positive environment.Develop and integrate […]

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]]> Young players with some experience continue to develop their skills through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ stage of the progressive tennis model. An emphasis is placed on inspiring a love for the game while building strong technical foundation. 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.Student BackgroundIn 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. Key InfoAll 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: Junior Fundamentals (7.5-10 yrs) https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:16:30 +0000 https://kitscc.com/event/summer-smash-tennis-junior-fundamentals-7-5-10-yrs/ Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student […]

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]]> Young beginners with little or no experience are introduced to the game through high energy, game-based lessons that use the ½ 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.Student BackgroundBeginning to develop technique for groundstrokes.Still developing ability to rally consistently (10+) from service line.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.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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