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Summer 2011 Junior Tennis Program at Almaden Country Club – UPDATED 2022

Almaden Country Club - Tennis Classes[THIS EVENT IS CLOSED. CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE ACCESSALMADEN POSTS ABOUT TENNIS.]

Nancy Ghantous Tennis is holding Junior Tennis Camp and Classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players this Summer. The program provides a positive and fun learning experience. Kids learn fundamentals and skills that last a lifetime.

The program is directed by USPTA / USPTR Tennis Professionals, Nancy Ghantous and a team of coaches. The program begins the week of June 6, 2011 and ends on August 12, 2011. You can sign-up your child for one or multiple weeks.

The program includes the following options:

Quick Start
Players are introduced to the game of tennis and develop eye-hand coordination. The equipment and courts are tailored to a child’s size and age so they develop their skills, learn rally, and have fun right from the start. For kids ages 6-10. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-10am. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Strikers
This beginner-level program focuses on stroke refinement, and singles and doubles strategy and tactics in match play situation. For kids ages 6 and older. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 4-5pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Smashers
This intermediate-level program focuses on stroke development, and tactics and match play. For kids ages 8 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 5-6pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Aces
This advanced-level program focuses on singles and doubles strategy and tactics, match play, and overall development as a tournament player. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.

Specialty Shots
This is an advanced-level program. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held on Friday, 5-6:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.

Tennis Camp
Tennis camp for beginner and intermediate players. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-11am. Price is $35 for 2 hours.

The Junior Tennis Program is at the Almaden Country Club. View the flier and sign-up form. For more information contact Nancy Ghantous at 408-644-6641 or ghantous_nancy@hotmail.com.

Summer 2011 Swim Lessons at Almaden Swim & Racquet Club – UPDATED 2022

logo: Almaden Swim & Racquet ClubAlmaden Swim & Racquet Club is offering group (4:1) and private (1:1) swim lessons during the Summer of 2011. [CLICK HERE FOR MORE UPDATED POSTS ABOUT THE ALMADEN SWIM & RACQUET CLUB]

Lessons are available for members and non-members. Lessons are designed to make your child water safe and swim team ready. Lessons are available for swimmers ages 4 and older.

The instructor’s goal is to find your child’s strengths in swimming and work with them to enhance it. Determine your child’s level based on their ability.

Groups lessons start June 6, 2011 and are held Monday through Thursday for two weeks, with morning and afternoon sessions available. Lessons are 30 minutes. The group lesson price is $95 for members and $155 for non-members. You can register online. [THIS EVENT IS CLOSED]

Private lessons are available by appointment only starting May 1, 2011 (weekends only) and June 6, 2011 (7 days a week). Private lessons are $25 per half hour for members and $35 for non-members. You can add additional students for $10 (member) $15 (non-member) per half hour. Students must be of the same relative age and ability. To schedule an appointment email Eric at: asrcswimlessons@earthlink.net.

Register for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s Fall Recreational Program – UPDATED 2022

logo: Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League[UPDATE: THE ALMADEN VALLEY YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE IS NOW THE ALMADEN FUTBOL CLUB (ALMADEN FC)]

Registration for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2011 Fall Recreational Program is open May 1, 2011 through July 15, 2011. Register by June 5, 2011 to lock in the early bird rate!

AVYSL is offering the following three Fall Recreational Programs based on the player’s age:

U5 Kicker’s Club: For players born between August 1, 2006 and July 31, 2007. Players will be assigned to a team and will meet on Saturdays or Sundays. These weekend sessions will begin with clinics run by professional trainers utilizing fun activities and games to teach skills to the children. The sessions will end with 3v3 scrimmages between teams. There are no weekday practices or games.

U6 – U12 Fall Recreation: For players born between August 1, 1999 and July 31, 2006. Multiple teams will be formed in each age group. U6, U7, and U8 teams will practice once a week. U10 and U12 teams will practice twice a week. Games will be played between teams on Saturdays and on Sundays. Practices and games are held at local schools and parks.

U14 and U16 Fall Recreation Play Through: For players born between August 1, 1995 and July 31, 1999. A small number of teams will be formed in these age groups. These teams will play against each other and against teams from other leagues in the South Bay. Teams will practice twice a week at a local Almaden location. Some games will be played at other league locations. The number of teams formed will be based on the number of players who register and the number of coaches who volunteer.

The price to register is $130 for U5 players, and $185 for U6-U16 players. No paperwork is required at the time of registration. A $25 fee will be charged for late registrations after June 5, 2011.

Practices start mid August, 2011. The first game of the season is August 27, 2011, and the last game is late October, 2011 / early November, 2011.

Visit the Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League (AVYSL) website for more information about the 2011 Fall Recreational Program. You can register online. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

If you have any questions about the 2011 Fall Recreation Program, please contact Norbert Schmied n_schmied@yahoo.com. If you have questions about the registration process, please contact the Recreation Registrar at recregistrar@almadensoccer.org.

South Bay Community Tennis Association’s After School Tennis Club in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

Logo: South Bay Community Tennis AssociationSouth Bay Community Tennis Association is holding an After School Tennis Club for kids in 3rd through 5th grade. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

The program follows the new United States Tennis Association Quick Start format with age and skill appropriate balls, racquets, and court size.

This format has revolutionized the way Tennis is introduced to new players. By using the new progression tennis balls the game is slowed down and the ball is easier to control.

The mini portable nets and shortened court allow smaller players to play on a court more suitable for their size and speed. With little or no coaching a young player can develop the skills to rally the ball in minutes.

The program is on the blacktop at Williams Elementary School in Almaden Valley. The lessons are held on Thursday, April 7, 21, 28 and May 5, 12, 19, 2011 from 3:10-4:00pm.

The price is $84 per player, which includes a new racquet. If your child already has a racquet, the price is $72. The deadline to sign up is Thursday, March 31, 2011. You can register online.

If you have any questions, contact Sharon Lamond at 408-712-7361 or sharon@southbaycta.org.

View the flier for more information. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

Join the New USA Swimming Club in Almaden Valley: Tempo Aquatics – UPDATED 2022

logo: USA SwimmingAlmaden Valley has a new swimming club called Tempo Aquatics that is registered with USA Swimming.

The club offers year-round professional coaching and technique instruction for swimmers 6-18 years of age.

The program helps swimmers improve in many areas of the sport using multiple modes of feedback, physical conditioning, peer review, and competition. It’s lots of fun too!

The club was founded by Head Coach Patti Rothwell. Patti was formerly Head Age Group Coach at Almaden Swim & Racquet Club.

Practices are held at Castillero Middle School in Almaden Valley on Monday through Thursday from 4:15 – 6:00pm.

If you would like to find out if Tempo Aquatics is the right team for you, then go to the pool on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and try it out!

USA Swimming is the National Governing Body for the sport of swimming in the United States. The organization promotes the culture of swimming by creating opportunities for swimmers and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in the sport through clubs, events, and education.

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