Tennis Kickoff
June 1, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Guilford Tennis Center (Rain Site: Forest City Tennis Center)
- Free tennis evaluation and giveaways
- Free tennis racquet with all youth registrations (limited supply)The Rockford Park District offers several programs for all skill levels in Tennis. Click the MyRPD Registration button to sign up for any of the programs detailed below:
Youth Tennis
Tennis for Tots
Participants will be introduced to basic skills like hand-eye coordination, ball control, and how to hold a racquet. Fun and games will be emphasized throughout the session. Racquets will be provided for daily use.
Pee Wee Slammers
Participants will be introduced to basic skills like hand-eye coordination, ball control, and how to hold a racquet. Fun and games will be emphasized throughout the session. Racquets will be provided for daily use.
Pee Wee Aces Tennis
Players in this level should be able to hit the ball over the net. In this level, participants learn basic strokes which include forehand, backhand, and serving. Rally ball format will be used for game play. Racquets will be provided for daily use.
Junior Slammers Tennis
Players will continue to develop all the basics while learning new skills. Match play and rally ball formats will be emphasized. Good sportsmanship, rules, and etiquette will also be included.
Junior Aces Tennis
This is the top level in the youth lesson program. Players in this level will have the opportunity to reinforce their skills and further develop their abilities.
Junior Tennis Day Camp
This two-week camp is designed for kids who are either beginner or intermediate players. Our high-intensity drills and games are a great way to improve your tennis. This camp is a great way to build a foundation to eventually try out for your high-school tennis team! Players will be grouped according to skill level and age.
Junior Teams Tennis
Juniors will be organized on tennis teams based on ability and compete against each other. Practice and matches will be held on alternating days. Players who played on a team last year are automatically eligible to play again this summer. New prospective players must have previous tennis experience. Those who qualify will be eligible for USTA Junior Team District and Sectional Tournaments. (Additional costs may apply.)
Contact Us
Guilford Tennis Center: 815-987-8807
Rockford Park District Youth Sports
Phone: 815-982-7469
E-Mail: youthsports@rockfordparkdistrict.org
Adult Tennis
Men’s Singles League
This league is for men who want to play competitive tennis matches against other participants. Players will be grouped according to skill level. This is a great way to meet new people, and a perfect supplement for those in the Adult Drills programs. League fees include cost of balls.
Men’s Doubles League
This league is for men who want to play competitive tennis matches against other male participants. Players will be grouped according to skill level. This is a great way to meet new people, and a perfect supplement for those in the Adult Drills programs. League fees include cost of balls.
Women's Singles League
This league is for women who want to play competitive tennis matches against other park district players. Players will be grouped according to level. This is a great way to meet new people and a perfect supplement for those of you who are in our Adult Drills. League fees include cost of balls.
Women's Doubles League
This league is for women who want to play competitive tennis matches against other park district players. Players will be grouped according to level. This is a great way to meet new people and a perfect supplement for those of you who are in our Adult Drills. League fees include cost of balls.
Mixed Doubles League
This league is for men and women who want to play competitive tennis matches against each other. Players will be grouped according to skill level. This is a great way to meet new people, and a perfect supplement for those in the Adult Drills programs. League fees include cost of balls.
Adult Beginner Drills
These high-energy drills will focus on hand-eye coordination and basic stroke development. Players will learn to rally and get a great workout.
Adult Advanced Drills
This is a great way for league players to focus on improving their skills. You will take part in action-oriented drills which focus on stroke development, doubles positioning, and match play strategy.
Cardio Tennis
Cardio Tennis is a new, fun, group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high-energy workout. Cardio Tennis includes a warm-up, cardio workout, and cool down phases. If you want to find a healthy, new way to get in shape and to burn calories, you ought to try Cardio Tennis! This lesson will include fast-paced drills where the Forest City Tennis professional feeds balls to players based on their ability and fitness level. The pro will find ways to keep players moving and challenged… all while having fun!
Tennis Programs