Join us for a Junior Tennis Camp at the prestigious St George’s College, Weybridge and have expert training from the Active Away x Dante team.
Main information
St George's, Weybridge makes for the perfect location for a summer junior tennis camp! Open to 6-17 year olds with a programme designed by Jamie Murray - it's sure to be a hit with your kids this summer.
Age Groups
From 6 - 17 Year Olds
Tennis Ability
From Improver - County Standard
Residential or Non-Residential?
Non-Residential Camp
What's Included?
Programme designed by Jamie Murray
15 Hours Tennis Coaching (5 Hours per day)
Lunch (opt-out if preferred)
What's Not Included?
Accommodation
Transport
- From:
£pp
- Available Dates:
- 30 July - 01 August 2024
- from £180pp
The Schedule
We've designed a schedule that we know your child will love! With fun games and top technical tips, we know that every attendee will leave a more skilled and self assured player. What's more - it's repeatable, meaning that children will progress the more times they attend.
Day 1 | Introduction and Basics
Meet and Registration (9:30 AM – 10:00 AM)
Morning Session (10:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
- 6-8 years:
- Fundamentals (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Focus on basic hand-eye coordination with fun activities like balloon tennis.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Basic Strokes (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Introduction to forehand and backhand using soft balls.
- Fun Games (12:00 PM – 12:30 PM) – Mini tennis games using soft balls and short nets.
- 9-11 years:
- Technical Warm-Up (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Dynamic stretching and basic racket skills.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Stroke Development (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Focus on consistency in groundstrokes.
- Match Play Basics (12:00 PM – 12:30 PM) – Introduction to scoring and simple match play scenarios.
- 12-17 years:
- Advanced Warm-Up (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Agility drills and advanced racket handling.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Stroke and Serve Techniques (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Emphasis on serve and volley techniques.
- Tactical Play Introduction (12:00 PM – 12:30 PM) – Basics of tennis strategy and positioning.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Afternoon Session (1:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
- 6-8 years:
- Creative Play (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM) – Games that encourage creativity, such as target hitting and obstacle courses.
- Break and Snacks (2:30 PM – 2:45 PM)
- Team Games (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM) – Team-based activities to foster social skills and sportsmanship.
- 9-11 years:
- Serve Practice (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM) – Basic serve techniques and drills.
- Break and Snacks (2:30 PM – 2:45 PM)
- Doubles Play (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM) – Introduction to doubles rules and cooperation with partners.
- 12-17 years:
- Match Simulation (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) – Simulated match scenarios to apply strategies learned in the morning.
- Break and Snacks (3:00 PM – 3:15 PM)
- Fitness and Recovery (3:15 PM – 4:00 PM) – Focus on tennis-specific fitness and recovery techniques.
Collection (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM) – Cooling down yoga, mindfulness and reflection on the day’s activities.
Day 2 | Skill Enhancement and Match Play
Meet and Registration (9:30 AM – 10:00 AM)
Morning Session (10:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
- 6-8 years:
- Storytelling and Movement (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Use stories to teach movement patterns and stroke imagination.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Skill Stations (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Rotating through stations focusing on different strokes.
- Playful Competition (12:00 PM – 12:30 PM) – Simple, non-competitive games to reinforce skills.
- 9-11 years:
- Stroke Refinement (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Focus on refining strokes and increasing rally consistency.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Tactical Games (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Games designed to teach court positioning and tactical decisions.
- Mini-Tournament (12:00 PM – 12:30 PM) – Organized mini-matches to practice competitive play.
- 12-17 years:
- Technical Drills (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Advanced drills for improving technical precision.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Strategy Sessions (11:00 AM – 11:45 AM – In-depth discussion and practice of tennis strategies.
- Competitive Match Play (11:45 AM – 12:30 PM) – Playing points under competitive conditions.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Afternoon Session (1:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
- 6-8 years:
- Art and Tennis (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM) – Combining creative arts with tennis themes to keep the learning fun.
- Break and Snacks (2:30 PM – 2:45 PM)
- Closing Games (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM) – End-of-day games that summarize the skills learned.
- 9-11 years:
- Serve and Return Drills (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM) – Focused practice on serving and returning.
- Break and Snacks (2:30 PM – 2:45 PM)
- Pressure Games (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM) – Games designed to simulate pressure situations in matches.
- 12-17 years:
- Advanced Competition (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) – High-level competitive play and analysis.
- Break and Snacks (3:00 PM – 3:15 PM)
- Mental Toughness Workshop (3:15 PM – 4:00 PM) – Workshop on mental strategies and sports psychology. We do have a product and partner we can use.
Collection (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM) Cooling down yoga, mindfulness and reflection on the day’s activities.
Day 3 | Tournament and Conclusions
Meet and Registration (9:30 AM – 10:00 AM)
Morning Session (10:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
- 6-8 years, 9-11 years, 12-17 years:
- Tournament Preparation (10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Review of rules and expectations, warm-up ready for matches.
- Break (10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Camp Tournament (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) – Age-appropriate tournament play with continuous supervision and in game coaching. Creative Davis Cup style. Involve all ages.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Afternoon Session (1:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
- 6-8 years, 9-11 years, 12-17 years:
- Tournament Continuation and Finals (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) – Completion of tournament rounds and finals.
- Break and Snacks (3:00 PM – 3:15 PM)
- Awards Ceremony and Wrap-Up (3:15 PM – 4:00 PM) – Distribution of awards, review of camp experiences, and feedback session.
Collection (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM) – Goodbyes and collection by parents.
Dining
Dining Information
We've partnered with a local catering company to offer an excellent selection of food for each day of the camp. Your child will have a snack as well as a lunch box. If you'd prefer to pack your own food - that's no problem, just remove the lunch option on the booking page.
Facilities
Changing Rooms
Free Parking
Wet Weather Options
FAQs
We know you've probably got some questions ahead of the day - we've tried to answer those below.
What happens if it rains?
If there is rain in the morning – we have a classroom booked and have some fun quizzes in store for you!
If there is rain in the afternoon, we have indoor tennis courts booked as a backup – so there’s no need to miss out on the fun.
What happens on arrival?
On arrival, please look for the Active Away x Dante Active sign near the tennis courts. You’ll then be registered and meet the rest of the attendees!
How does lunch work?
We’ve partnered with an excellent local catering company who will offer a brilliant lunch and a snack. However – if you’d prefer to bring your own pack lunch, please go ahead! Just unselect the lunch option when booking.
What happens if I need to get in contact on the day?
On the day, you’ll be given a contact number for your host – you can always call them directly. Alternatively you can call the Active Away office (open until 5pm) on 02079657277.
How do I let you know about dietary requirements/medical information?
After booking, you’ll be sent a parental consent form to complete. This will give you the opportunity to share the information we require from you ahead of the camp.
Location
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- From:
£pp
- Available Dates:
- 30 July - 01 August 2024
- from £180pp
Speak To Our Team
- 020 79657277
- hello@activeaway.com
- 09:00 - 17:00 (Mon to Fri)
