We have adult tennis programs for players of all skill levels, including first-time players!
The Jayhawk adult program is designed to meet the needs of Lawrence. We strive to offer classes that are as unique and diverse as the community called Unmistakingly Lawrence.
Our drills provide an entry point for those wanting an introduction to the game, all the way to the veterans that have been playing their entire lives.
Within our all-encompassing program, we offer classes, leagues, and teams for different skill levels and ages. Just to name a few, we have cardio tennis, drills that are game based, skill focused, as well as classes targeting strategic point play in court positioning.
At Jayhawk Tennis Center, you can learn or improve upon consistency and accuracy, technique, and strategy, or maybe you just want to unwind and have fun with friends. Competitive or not, our broad spectrum of classes within our program can provide something for everyone.
Adult Games/Point Play
This drill is all about games! Participate in action-packed games along with point play. Move-up, move-down, or offense/defense to name a few. Structured for competitive fun.
(NTRP Rating 3.0-4.0)*
Adult Games/Point Play Spring Session
March 24 – May 12
Mondays
8:00pm-9:00pm
$160
Adult Games/Point Play Summer Session 1
June 2 – June 30
Mondays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Adult Games/Point Play Summer Session 1
June 4 – July 2
Wednesdays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Adult Games/Point Play Summer Session 2
July 7 – Aug 4
Mondays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Adult Games/Point Play Summer Session 2
July 9 – Aug 6
Wednesdays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Adult Cardio
This class features heart-pumping tennis drills and games for players of all abilities! You will be amazed at how many calories you can burn in a short amount of time while having a blast on the court!
All levels of players are welcome.
Adult Cardio Mondays Spring Session
March 24 – May 12
Mondays
7:00pm-8:00pm
$160
Adult Cardio Monday Summer Session 1
June 2 – June 30
Mondays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$100
Adult Cardio Monday Summer Session 2
July 7 – Aug 4
Mondays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$100
Intro to Tennis (i.e. Beginner)
Never played before or have very little tennis experience? Our Intro to Tennis class is the perfect place to start! Learn about racquets, grips and technique in a safe, friendly environment where questions and fun are encouraged. For example, you will learn forehand swing, backhand swing, serving and the basics of footwork.
(NTPR Rating 1.0-2.0)*
Adult Intro to Tennis - Spring Session
March 27 – May 15
Thurdays
7:00pm-8:00pm
$160
Adult Intro to Tennis - Summer Session 1
NEW DAY
May 28- July 2
Wednesdays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$120
Adult Intro to Tennis - Summer Session 1
May 29- July 3
Thurdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$120
Adult Intro to Tennis - Summer Session 2
NEW DAY
July 9 – August 6
Wednesday
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Adult Intro to Tennis - Summer Session 2
July 10 – August 7
Thursday
6:30pm-7:30pm
$100
Intermediate
Our Intermediate drill is for players with prior tennis experience looking to upgrade their game. This class will include a combination of technique and strategy-based drills. We will address the serve, forehand, backhand and net-play with an emphasis on technique, spin and consistency. There will be point play through games, as well as some match play. Players will be divided by level within this class. This class is not for first time beginners who are new to the game. (NRTP rating 2.0-3.0)*
Advanced
Our Advance Drill is for the competitive 3.5 or above player looking to take their game to the next level. This drill will focus on advanced techniques and match play strategies through drills and match play.
(NTPR Rating 3.5 or higher)*
Intermediate Tuesdays - Spring Session
March 25 – May 13
Tuesdays
7:00pm-8:00pm
$160
Intermediate Wednesdays - Spring Session
March 26 – May 14
Wednesdays
7:00pm-8:00pm
$160
Intermediate Tuesday Summer Session I
May 27 – July 1
Tuesdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$120
Intermediate Wednesday Summer Session I
May 28 – July 2
Wednesdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$120
Intermediate Tuesday Summer Session 2
July 8 – August 5
Tuesdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$100
Intermediate Wednesday Summer Session 2
July 9 – August 6
Wednesdays
6:30pm-7:30pm
$100
Advanced Wednesdays - Spring Session
March 20 – May 15
Wednesdays
8:00pm-9:00pm
$180
Advanced Thursdays - Spring Session
March 27 – May 15
Thursdays
8:00pm-9:00pm
$160
Advanced Thursday Summer Session 1
May 29 – July 3
Thursdays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$120
Advanced Thursday Summer Session 2
July 10 – Aug 7th
Thursdays
7:30pm-8:30pm
$100
Senior Active Tennis
For those 50 and up who are either new or coming back to the game! Learn to play tennis in just four, one-hour sessions. You will learn to develop consistency and correct technique. We will also include basic strategies for singles and doubles.
Senior Active Tennis Spring Session I
March 28, April 4, 11, & 18th
11am-12pm
Fridays
$80
Senior Active Tennis Spring Session II
April 25, May 2, 9, 16
11am-12pm
Fridays
$80
Senior Active Tennis Summer Session I
May 30 – June 27
Fridays
11am-12pm
$100
Senior Active Tennis Summer Session II
July 11 – Aug 8
Fridays
11am-12pm
$100
Ladies Drill
This class is for intermediate to advanced ladies. It is a combination of drills and point play with an emphasis on doubles play and strategy.
Ladies Drill Tuesdays Spring Session
March 25 – May 13
Tuesdays
8:30am-10:00am
$240
Ladies Drill Wednesdays Spring Session
March 26 – May 14
Wednesdays
10:30am-12:00pm
$240
Ladies Drill Tuesdays Summer Session I
June 3- July 1**
Tuesdays
8:30am-10:00am
$120
** No Class 6/24
Ladies Drill Tuesday Summer Session II
July 8th – Aug 5th**
Tuesdays
8:30am-10:00am
$120
**No Class 7/15
NTRP
Tennis has its own rating system for adults, who would like to play tournaments or want to place themselves in the correct clinic or drill. It is called the NTRP or National Tennis Rating Program.
“National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) is a numerical indicator of tennis-playing ability, from 1.5 (beginner) through 7.0 (touring pro), which aligns with a set of general characteristics that break down the skills and abilities of each level, in 0.5 increments. Ratings are generated by play in USTA Adult Divisions of 18 & Over, 40 & Over, 55 & Over, 65 & Over, Mixed 18 & Over, Mixed 40 & Over and Mixed 55 & Over. In some sections, results from USTA Sanctioned Tournaments and additional leagues may be included in the Ratings calculation. Ratings help establish a player’s NTRP skill level after only a few matches and do not change dramatically.” USTA
To get started, you can do a questionnaire to rate your skills. Once you have completed the USTA Self-Rate Questionnaire, an NTRP entry-level rating will be generated for a new player or a player re-entering the USTA League Adult Division with a M (Mixed) or T (Tournament) rating.
Now you are ready to compete in leagues and tournaments!