Youth tennis · Ages 4 and up
We want kids to have fun.
Lessons and clinics for children four and up show every day that tennis is a great sport for all ages. Open to members and non-members.
Clinics by age and ball color
Kids move up through the same color-ball path used across U.S. junior tennis: smaller courts, lower nets and slower balls first, then full-size courts.
Red ball
Tiny Tots (Ages 4 to 7)
A carefully planned first class that teaches the basics: forehands, backhands and serves. Kids have a ton of fun, make new friends and learn to truly enjoy tennis.
- Court
- 36′ × 18′ court, 2′9″ net, 19–23″ racquets
- Students per pro
- 6 to 1
Orange ball
Rising Stars (Ages 7 to 12)
The next wave of kid tennis stars. Orange balls bounce higher and fly faster, so there is more focus on technique, and even more fun.
- Court
- 60′ × 21′ court, net 3″ higher
- Students per pro
- 8 to 1
Green ball
Shooting Stars (Ages 9 to 13)
Usually middle-school players. They build solid technique, better pacing, footwork and movement. This is when they start forming “their game.”
- Court
- 78′ × 36′ court, 3′ net
- Students per pro
- 8 to 1
Yellow ball
High Performance (Ages 10 to 17)
High-school-age players on full courts. Clinics keep everyone moving, with goal setting and match play for players ready to compete.
- Court
- Full-size court
- Students per pro
- 8 to 1
Summer program
Two-week summer tennis camps
It’s always an exciting summer for kids at Harbour Island. The summer juniors program is for all ages: younger children use smaller racquets and courts, while older kids enjoy lighthearted competition.
We teach proper technique and age-appropriate skills, steadily building confidence and good sportsmanship. Each two-week camp ends with a full day of play so everyone can show off their new skills.
Getting kids ready for tennis
Kids need the right size racquet and a pair of tennis shoes. But the real key to a player who loves the game is attitude, and we ask parents to help encourage a great one.
Keep sports fun
Whether your child is playing catch in the yard or competing in a tournament, fun is the key. We want them to laugh, smile and enjoy hitting a tennis ball. Fun is the reason kids come to sports, and the best reason for them to stay.
Involve every player
It is never fun to stand around and watch someone else hit. Every kid wants to play, so we keep groups small. We want your child active, involved and playing with heart.
Encourage effort
You cannot be sure to win a game, but you can always try. Giving your best in every situation means you are a winner no matter the final score.
“Have fun, play with your heart and a positive attitude, and try your best. That’s what champions do!”
Sign your child up.
Call the club to find the right group and start date for your child.