2008 Tennis at Ballymeade:
Instruction, Programs and Events
CALL NOW to register and qualify for Introductory "First Week" Discounted Rates*! 508-540-4005 x104
Cardio Tennis begins TUESDAY JUNE 3 (2:00 - 3:00 pm) and Adult Drill and Play (5:30 pm to dusk). Catch a second Cardio Tennis session on Saturday (11:00 am - 12:00 pm).
*Introductory Half Price, week of June 1 only.
DON'T MISS our FREE Opening Day event, June 21! Members, Pass Holders and Public welcome!
(Scroll to bottom of page to view more exciting Events!)
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We are planning an exciting year of tennis at Ballymeade in 2008. Scroll down to peruse Cape Cod's best instructional tennis program - suited for all levels and ages.
*Please click on the Rules and Rates page for all program fees.
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Scroll down this page for tournament updates and social event announcements. In 2008, we're going to "serve" up a season you'll never forget!
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Monday Programs
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7:00 - 8:30 am |
Early Birds |
Join the flock! 1.5 hours on our clay courts with a Pro will arm you with strategies to make your game soar! Sign-up early, space is limited.
Special Rate only $10/doubles team.
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9:00 - 11:00 am |
Women's Team |
Anything they can do, we can do better! Go team go! |
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1:00 - 2:00 pm |
Stroke of the Week |
A class that concentrates on one stroke every Monday. |
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2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Doubles Strategies |
Teamwork and on-court strategies to improve your competitiveness as a doubles player. |
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3:00 - 4:00 pm |
USA Tennis L 1-3 |
This program is designed for new players and re-energizes former players.
Level 1: Stroke basics, rules and introduction to match play.
Level 2: Doubles strategies and continued stroke development
Level 3: Instructional match play with the Pro
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3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Juniors
Register Now! Download Application
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Designed for students ages 10 -13 years |
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4:00 - 5:30 pm |
High Performance
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Click here to download information about High Performance Tennis |
Ages 13 +, high school, varisty and tournament level players ONLY.
Space LIMITED.
Highlights of Program:
- Complex Coordination
- Dynamic balance, footwork and movement
- Endurance, flexibility, and the importance of nutrition and hydration
- Tactical
- Game style development
- Playing the ball at various heights
- Serve and return
- High percentage play
- Shot sequencing
- Technical
- Lob, overhead and drop
- Spin
- Weapon development
- Footwork patterns
- Racket head speed
- Taking control of a point
- Mental and Emotional
- Goal setting
- Confidence
- Anxiety control
- Relaxation skills
- Sound decision-making
- Routines
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Tuesday Programs
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7:00 - 8:30 am |
Early Birds |
Join the flock. |
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8:00 - 9:00 am |
Adult Clinic |
Spencer Flint's Dynamic Drills |
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9:00 - 10:00 am |
Little Rippers
Register Now! Download Application
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Ages 4 - 6 years |
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9:00 - 10:00 am |
USA Tennis L 1-3 |
Level 1: Stroke basics, rules and introduction to match play.
Level 2: Doubles strategies and continued stroke development.
Level 3: Instructional match play with the Pro.
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9:00 - 11:00 am |
Men's and Women's Open Play |
Exclusive play for Members and Pass Holders only. |
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10:00 - 11:00 pm |
Big Smashers
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Ages 7 - 9 years |
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11:00 - 12:00 pm |
Advanced Instruction |
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2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Cardio Tennis
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Available Tuesday and Thursday, this fitness program is designed especially with tennis in mind...conditioning and cardio keeps you in the game longer and stronger! |
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5:30 - Dusk |
Adult Drill & Play
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A great late afternoon opportunity to work on your game with the Pro and the Tennis Staff. |
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Wednesday Programs
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7:00 - 8:30 am |
Early Birds |
Join the flock. |
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9:00 - 11:00 am |
Women's Matches |
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1:00 - 2:30 pm |
Get Over the Hump |
Bring your tennis problems to the Pro. We'll fix your problem through instruction, drill and play! |
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3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Juniors |
Drills, fun games and competitive play. |
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3:00 - 4:00 pm |
Mid-Week Drill |
High energy, intense movement for those players who want to fine-tune their game |
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4:00 - 5:00 pm |
Doubles Round Robin |
Observed by the Pro,bring your game to a new level.
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4:00 - 5:30 pm |
High Performance |
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Thursday Programs
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7:00 - 8:30 am |
Early Birds |
See above. |
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8:00 - 9:00 am |
Adult Clinic |
Learn a skill - perfect in the drill! |
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9:00 - 10:00 am |
Little Rippers |
See above.
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9:00 - 11:00 am |
Men's and Women's Open Play |
Exclusive play for Members and Pass Holders only. |
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10:00 - 11:00 am |
Big Smashers |
See above. |
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11:00 - 12:00 pm |
Advanced Instruction |
See above. |
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2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Cardio Tennis
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See above |
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4:00 - 5:30 pm |
High Performance |
See above. |
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5:30 - Dusk |
Adult Drill & Play |
See above. |
Friday Programs
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7:00 - 8:30 am |
Early Birds |
See above. |
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8:00 - 10:00 am |
Play with a Pro |
See above. |
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10:30 - 12:00 pm |
Round Robin |
Observed by the Pro,bring your game to a new level. |
Saturday Programs
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9:00 - 10:30 am |
Mixed Round Robin |
Observed by the Pro,bring your mixed doubles game to a new level. |
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Cardio Tennis |
See Above |
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Special Events! Mark Your Calendars!
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2008 Tennis Opening Day
*Members, Passholders and Public
are Welcome
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Saturday, June 21 |
3:00 to 5:00 pm |
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All are welcome to visit the Cape's best tennis facility and meet the staff during this fun-filled afternoon event. Adult Round Robin, Kids Games, Prizes, Raffles and Skills Contests. "Challenge the Pros" and win prizes! Food and beverages will be available.
You are going to "love" what we're going to "serve" up this summer!
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Wimbledon Round Robin
*Member / Passholders Event
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Tuesday, July 1 |
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
| Join us in your "Tennis Whites" as we celebrate Wimbledon. This is a round robin event for both men and women. Prizes for the top teams including tennis instruction gift certificates. Continental breakfast at 8:30 am followed by games beginning at 9:00 am. Join us after for traditional Wimbledon strawberries and cream and a champagne toast. |
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Mixed Doubles Social
Hat Night!
*Member / Passholder Event
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Thursday, July 10 |
5:00 - 6:30 pm |
| Be creative, and wear your favorite hat to this event. Rotations will be established by selecting the hat that best fits your partner. Prizes will be awarded for the best hats in each category- Most Creative, Most Unusual, Most Humorous and of course Most Stylish! Tennis will be followed by light fare and a cash bar. |
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Ladies Member-Guest
*Members / Passholders & Guests Event
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Wednesday, Aug. 6 |
10:00 - 12:00 pm |
| A highlight of the season, Ballymeade members and passholders are encouraged to bring a guest to this annual tournament. Tennis will feature two brackets (based on playing level) to make matches competitive for all! Prizes and certificates will be awarded to the winners and runner-ups. Event includes continental breakfast, tennis, lunch, participant gift and a tennis fashion trunk show. You don't want to miss out on this amazing event! |
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Mixed Doubles Social
Balloon Night!
*Member / Passholder Event
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Thursday, Aug. 14 |
5:00 - 6:30 pm |
| Even-up your match with the single pop of a balloon that contains handicap points and other special delights! Members and Passholders are encouraged to bring a guest to this fun evening of social tennis. Special "balloon handicaps" will give you an edge over your competition. Prizes and certificates will be awarded, followed by light fare and cash bar. |
