FOUR SEASONS JUNIOR PROGRAMS 2022-23
LITTLE SHOTS TENNIS
For children ages 3-4, Little Shots Tennis is an innovative program designed to introduce children to the game of tennis in a healthy and enjoyable manner. Our Little Shots program has successfully introduced hundreds of children to the game of tennis.
Shannon Craley, our Little Shots Director, says that “the program is about bringing the sport to kids in a way that will capture their interest and make them want to play for the rest of their lives. We use special equipment and colorful teaching aids that allow the kids to be successful while at the same time make learning fun.”
In addition to being a high-level tennis player, Shannon has a Masters degree in Physical Education and over 20 years of experience working with children. Her energetic personality, combined with her caring approach creates a safe and
nurturing learning environment.
Classes are offered weekly on either a Tuesday or a Thursday. New participants receive a Little Shots tennis racquet, compliments of Four Seasons. See below for further details.
Tuesdays 1:30 to 2:30 PM
Session 1: 9/27 - 11/29
Session 2: 12/6- 2/14
Session 3: 2/21 - 4/25
Thursdays 9:30 to 10:30AM
Session 1: 9/29 - 12/8
Session 2: 12/15 - 2/23
Session 3: 3/2 - 5/4
Fee per 10-week session: $540
For further details or to sign-up, please contact Shannon Craley at (203) 451-8446 or via-email at scraley@4seasonstennis.com.
See below to download a Fall 2022 Registration form.
FUTURE STARS JUNIOR CLINICS
Our Future Stars Junior Clinics, for children ages 5-17, meet for one hour a week and are conducted over two, 18-week sessions. These clinics are designed to introduce and reinforce the fundamentals of tennis with the ultimate goal being to have our students rallying and enjoying the game.
To ensure that our players receive the utmost in personal attention, our student/instructor ratio will never go above 4:1. We are happy to provide an end of session evaluation of your child’s progress upon request.
Junior Clinic Schedule
Age Day Time Fall/Winter Session Spring Session
5-10 Thursday 4:30-5:30 9/8-1/19 1/26-5/25
5-10 Friday 4:30-5:30 9/9-1/20 1/27-5/26
5-10 Saturday 2:00-3:00 9/10-1/28 2/4-6/3
10-12 Monday 4:30-5:30 9/12-1/16 1/23-5/22
10-12 Friday 5:30-6:30 9/9-1/20 1/27-5/26
10-12 Saturday 3:00-4:00 9/10-1/28 2/4-6/3
12-15 Monday 3:30-4:30 9/12-1/16 1/23-5/22
12-15 Wednesday 4:30-5:30 9/7-1/11 1/18-5/17
12-15 Thursday 3:30-4:30 9/8-1/19 1/26--5/25
15-17 Wednesday 3:30-4:30 9/7-1/11 1/18-5/17
We see the greatest improvement in our players when they move to playing twice a week. To encourage this, we are offering our juniors a 20% discount on a second weekly clinic.
Fee per 18-week session: Member Rate: $828 Non-Member: $972
Please be advised that if you miss a class we cannot guarantee classes will be made up; however, we will make every effort to do so.
For further details or to sign-up, please contact Director of Tennis Greg Moran who personally oversees the program, at (203) 762-2423 or via email at gmoran@4seasonstennis.com.
See below to download a Fall 2022 Registration form.
COMPETITIVE TRAINING
The Four Seasons Competitive Training program is for the junior with 2-3 years of tennis experience
that wants to take their training to the next level. Our competitive program features a weekly, 2-hour, instructional class that focuses on developing technically sound, intelligent players. Details are below.
Competitive Training Class Schedule (choose one)
* Placement will be based on age and skill level subject to program Director’s approval.
Age 8 and over
Focus: stroke production, rallying skills, footwork, and introduction to point play
Thursday 5:30-7:30; Complimentary Practice Session: Friday 6:30-8:00 (begins 9/23)
Age 10 and over
Focus: Live ball hitting, consistency, fitness with an emphasis on point play
Tuesday 3:30-5:30 or Thursday 5:30-7:30;
Complimentary Match Play Session: Friday 6:30-8:00 (begins 9/23)
Age 13 and over
Focus: Live ball hitting, shot selection, fitness with an emphasis on point play
Saturday 1:00-3:00; Complimentary match play Session: Friday 3:30-5:00 (begins 9/23)
Our Competitive Training program also includes:
* Eligibility to participate on our junior USTA teams (additional fees apply)
* Upon request, a personal consultation or written evaluation of the player’s progress
* Unlimited complimentary walk-on court time with another program player or club member
Competitive Training will be conducted over two, 18-week sessions.
Competitive Training Calendar:
Day of Class Fall Session Spring Session
Tuesday 9/6-1/10 1/17-5/16
Thursday 9/8-1/19 1/26-5/25
Saturday 9/10-1/28 2/4-6/3
Fee per 18-week session: Member Rate: $1,656.00 Non-Member $1,944.00
Note: We are offering our competitive players a 20% discount on a second weekly class.
For details or to sign-up, please contact Greg Moran, who personally oversees our junior programs at 203-762-2423 or via email at gmoran@4seasonstennis.com.
See below to download a Fall 2022 Registration form
VARSITY TRAINING
Varsity Training is a comprehensive program designed to prepare our players for their team tryouts in the spring. Starting in September, and ending the week before tryouts, the program features a weekly, 2-hour, instructional clinic that focuses on developing technically sound, mentally tough, strategic players.
Directed by Four Seasons’ Head Professional and three-time High School Coach of the Year, Chris Damone, the program also includes:
1. Weekly Supervised Practice Time on Fridays from 3:30-5:00.
This will include supervised drills designed around each week’s theme.
Sign up (required) at the front desk. Begins 9/23
2. Unlimited, walk-on court time allows players to use the courts at no cost (with others in the program) when they are not in use. Simply call the club to see what’s available. Then, call back one hour in advance and if the court is still open we will reserve it for you. If you’d like to play with someone not in the program, that person would pay half of the court fee.
3. Members of our Varsity Training program are eligible to join one of the club's USTA Junior Team Tennis Teams. Our juniors travel to other sites and play matches as part of a team. Further details will be provided. Additional fees apply.
* Upon request, we will be happy to provide a personal consultation or written evaluation of your child’s
progress.
Varsity Training is offered on Monday or Wednesday from 3:30 to 5:30pm
Monday schedule: 9/12 - 3/13 (26 weeks)
Members: $2,392.00 Non-members: $2,808.00
Wednesday schedule: 9/7 - 3/15 (27 weeks)
Members: $2,484.00 Non-members: $2,916.00
Note: Accommodations may be made for players that cannot commit to the full 26 weeks. Subject to availability. We are offering our players a 20% discount on a second weekly class.
For details or to sign-up, please contact Greg Moran, who personally oversees our junior programs, at 203-762-2423 or via email at gmoran@4seasonstennis.com.
See below to download a Fall 2022 Registration form.
