Junior Programs SUMMER 2026

***REGISTRATION IS NOT YET OPEN. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN IN MARCH***
FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL 248-253-9300.

This class teaches the fundamentals of tennis to young, beginning level players. Players will be grouped in accordance with age, ability and maturity, into either Pee Wee or Red Ball (see below.)

PEE WEE: Ages 3-5 years – 45 minutes of instruction with lower pro:student ratio. Foam balls are used to encourage successful contact with the ball.
RED BALL: Ages 6-10 years – 60 minutes of instruction. Students must be able to follow group instructions and pay attention throughout the 60 minute class. Low compression red balls are used to encourage success, while kids begin to rally the ball.

Proper technique is taught to players from the very beginning. Lessons are incorporated into fun games to help young students stay focused and to establish a love for the game. Players are evaluated and grouped in accordance with their age, ability and maturity. Please bring a tennis racquet and water bottle.

TEEN BEGINNER (Ages 11*-16): This 60 minute class is for teens and pre-teens with very limited or no prior tennis experience. Players will learn the fundamentals of the game alongside their peers. Proper stroke production is emphasized, while at the same time learning rules and etiquette of the game. Players will be evaluated on court and grouped according to ability. Please bring tennis racquet and water bottle. [*Beginner players under 11 years should choose Red Ball.]

ORANGE BALL I and II (Ages 8-11): USTA QuickStart progression method. This 60 minute class continues to build on skills learned in Red Ball. Students will be divided into levels: Level I and Level II. Low compression orange balls encourage successful contact and concentrate on stroke technique. Supervised games and drills help players develop skills in a fun environment. Players are evaluated and grouped according to ability. Please bring tennis racquet and water bottle.

GREEN BALL (Ages 10-14): USTA QuickStart progression method. Prerequisite: Orange Ball II. This is a 90 minute class. Green-dot balls (that look just like regulation tennis balls but are slightly lower compression) are used to encourage proper stroke technique and help players maintain a successful rally. Regulation tennis balls may also be introduced if students are ready. Supervised, live-ball drills help players develop skills in a fun & competitive environment. This class prepares students for Junior Excellence. Please bring tennis racquet and water bottle.

For more intensive instruction with Green Ball competition, please inquire about our Green Ball Summer Camp – mimi@wessenitc.com, or call 248-253-9300 and ask for Mimi. Students must be invited to Green Ball Summer Camp based on their level. Evaluations can be requested through Mimi.

JUNIOR EXCELLENCE (Ages 11-14): This 90 minute class is for young High School and Middle School age players who have prior experience with tennis instruction. Players must be able to maintain a medium-to-high-paced rally with top spin. Top spin will be improved in this class and net play will be refined. Service motions will be evaluated and corrected, as players will play out points during class. Please bring tennis racquet and water bottle.

For more intensive instruction with match play competition, please inquire about our Top Flight Summer Camp – mimi@wessenitc.com, or call 248-253-9300 and ask for Mimi. Students must be invited to Top Flight Summer Camp based on their level. Evaluations can be requested through Mimi.

HIGH SCHOOL TRAINING (Ages 14-18): This 90 minute class is for High School age players with advanced ability, who are interested in JV and Varsity team play. Players should have prior experience with tennis instruction and be able to maintain a high-paced rally. Match strategy will be a focus, as players will play out points during class. Players should have a competitive attitude and be willing to work hard during class. Please bring tennis racquet and water bottle.

For more intensive instruction with match play competition, please inquire about our Top Flight Summer Camp – mimi@wessenitc.com, or call 248-253-9300 and ask for Mimi. Students must be invited to Top Flight Summer Camp based on their level. Evaluations can be requested through Mimi.

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