Frequently Asked Questions
Why is tennis considered the "sport of a
lifetime?"
Tennis has always been referred to as the "sport of a lifetime"
for the single fact that it is a game that you can play actively
for your whole life. Developing tennis skills as a youth enables
a player to have the foundation for a lifetime of interest and improvement.
Whether a camper wants to play on a high school team, play tournaments,
compete at their local club, or just learn the game with other campers,
we have an instructional program that will enable you to get better,
have fun, and enjoy tennis forever
My child has never played Tennis.
Can he/she attend camp?
Absolutely! You should consider registering your child for any of
the weeks that we offer. We have coaches trained to introduce children
to the game of tennis and teach them the rules of the game and the
fundamentals of tennis technique and play. Because we also offer
swimming, your child will have a full camp experience while playing
the fabulous game of tennis.
My child is an advanced Tennis
player. Can he/she attend camp?
Absolutely! You should consider registering your child for any of
the weeks that we offer. Our coaches can help improve the technical
and tactical play of advanced players, ranked players and those
seeking to improve their rankings. Campers will be exposed to college
coaches and upon request, a camper can receive an evaluation by
a senior coach at the end of a week’s session.
How are the campers grouped during
training sessions?
On the court, campers will be separated in part by age and by skill
level. If a player seems unchallenged in his/her own age group,
he/she may be moved to an older or more advanced group. We will
honor all requests to have children who want to be together with
family members or friends as long as the players have similar skill
levels.
Who will be coaching?
Your children will learn the game of tennis from a roster of champion
coaches. Our staff includes current NCAA Division I Head Coaches,
current and former NCAA Division I players, and current women CSUN
tennis player., Our coaching professionals make learning enjoyable
and emphasize “teaching through playing”.
Where is the camp location?
Centrally located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, Northridge
Tennis and Swim Camp will utilize the impeccably maintained Tennis
Courts of the Cal State Northridge We will utilize the NCAA Division
I Tennis courts located on the corner of Zelzah & Plummer. Parking
for the camp will be in Lot G4 on Zelzah Ave. between Prairie Street
and Plummer Street.
What type of supervision do you
provide?
The safety of your children is our #1 priority. The Tennis courts
are fully enclosed with 10-foot high fences. There is one way in
and one way out of both of the facilities. In other words, your
children will be safe, secure and carefully supervised. The children
will have the chance to swim each day under the careful supervision
of our trained lifeguards. The pools are conveniently located near
the tennis facilities and near the air-conditioned cafeteria where
we will eat our lunches. All activities at lunch, the Ice Cream
Parlor and the arcade will be carefully supervised. Coaches will
have cell phones to contact parents if a camper is too tired to
continue their camp day or in the case of any injury.
What should my child bring to camp?
Each child should come to camp with the following:
• Lightweight summer camp attire (shorts/ tee shirt)
• Tennis racket (Headline Correct racket size)
• Lunch (except Friday - Pizza is provided)
• Backpack with bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, money for
use at the arcade, hat (optional)
• Energy and the expectation of a FUN FILLED DAY!!
Water stations will be placed on the field and water will always
be available for the campers. However, we encourage all our campers
to bring their own water bottle.
What happens if my child is sick or injured at camp?
A qualified trainer will be on duty during all camps operation hours
to care for minor injuries and illnesses. Parents or guardians will
be contacted immediately if there is a serious injury or a child
needs to leave camp early for a medical reason. If there is any
medical condition we should be aware of, please bring this to the
trainer's attention during the registration process.
Can I drop my child off early
before camp begins or pick him/her up an hour after camp ends?
We do not offer extended care before or after camp and we request
you pick up promptly at the end of each camp day.
Please Note: Parking is strictly enforced. Please be sure
to drop-off and pick-up at the allotted times. If you cannot do
so, you must purchase a parking pass at the information booth.
Will my child need extra spending
money? If so, how much should I send?
We will
be eating our meals in the CSUN Student Union where there is an
Ice Cream Parlor and a video game arcade. The children will have
closely supervised access to theses facilities after lunch and you
can choose to send them with spending money if you choose. We suggest
$5 at most.
What if I have to cancel?
If a camper’s reservation is cancelled for any reason, a $150
administrative fee will be withheld from the deposit and the balance
returned. If the camper fails to appear for the scheduled camp date
or if the reservation is canceled within 7 days of the beginning
of the session date, no refunds or tuition credit on the deposit
will be issued.
How do I enroll?
Northridge Tennis & Swim Camp accepts credit cards, cash and
checks. The easiest way to register is to apply on line with a credit
card and secure your child’s place today. If you would like
to apply via mail, simply download our application, fill it out,
and mail it to us with the appropriate deposit.
Checks should be made payable to “Northridge
Tennis Patrons” and can be mailed to:
Northridge Tennis Patrons
26350 Mitchell Place
Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381