BCTA PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

LEARN, PRACTICE & PLAY

These five-week programs implement the games-based approach to teaching tennis as well as modified courts and equipment as needed, and are a fast and fun way to learn tennis and/or improve your game. Programs are available from ages 4 to 94+ and from beginner to intermediate skill levels. The programs are held outdoors from mid-April through mid-October, and indoors from mid-November through mid-March. The atmosphere is informal, with emphasis on fun, fitness, and play.  Free loaner racquets are available.  Program size is limited.  Age categories:

• Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6)
• Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10)
• Juniors (recommended ages 11–13)
• Teens/Adults (Beginner/Intermediate) (recommended ages 14+)

INTRODUCTORY BCTA JR. TEAM TENNIS

Low-key, age- and skill- appropriate competition as well as team fun make this program perfect for participants who have previously been involved in BCTA’s Learn, Practice & Play programs and players on middle and high school tennis teams.  This co-ed program adopts the “learn- by-playing” model common in other youth sports.  A 90-minutes practice is held each week at a pre-determined site with a BCTA coach dividing the practice session into skill development drills and supervised play. Age categories:

• Little Aces (recommended ages 8–10) (36-foot court) (Red ball)
• Juniors (recommended ages 11–13 (60/78-foot courts) (Orange/Green ball)

Participants must have some basic rallying skills and the ability to try an overhand serve for first serve and underhand for second (if needed).  The coach will introduce them to scoring, strategy, etc.  Athletes who are uncertain about their skill level should consult their BCTA coach.  Learn, Practice and Play offers play-by-learning, but it more focused on basic skill development.

ADVANCED BCTA JR. TEAM TENNIS

This advanced training program, which requires a BCTA or high school coach recommendation, is ideal for teens who are playing on their high school team or in the Saturday spring USTA Jr. Team Tennis Program!  Players practice at 90 minutes once a week at a pre-determined site.  Co-ed travel teams consist of 6 to 8 players each (18-and-under and 14-and-under) to play home and away matches on Saturday afternoons (Note: away matches will be played at other sites in Bucks County.)

MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS TRAINING

This program is designed to get kids ready for fall team tennis with practice twice a week for three weeks!  Each practice, conducted by a BCTA Coach, includes 90 minutes of drills, supervised play, and Cardio.

BCTA FLEX MEET-UP

The BCTA provides convenient, local league play.  Register for men’s or women’s singles, doubles, and/or mixed doubles at your skill level and convenience—any time, any place. Skill levels:

• Advanced beginner (NTRP 2.5–3.0)
• Intermediate (NTRP 3.5–4.0)
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BCTA FALL DOUBLES FOR ADULTS

Enjoy weekend doubles at a set time and place either at Core Creek Park Tennis Center in Langhorne or at William E. Neis Park in Doylestown. Sign up with or without a partner (the BCTA will try to find you one). Skill levels:

• Advanced beginner (NTRP 2.5–3.0)
• Intermediate (NTRP 3.5–4.0)

TOURNAMENT PLAY

The BCTA hosts the annual BCTA Jr. Classic, a USTA-sanctioned tournament for Boys’ and Girls’ 14s, 16s and 18s.

COUNTY-WIDE TENNIS PLAY DAYS

Each year, the BCTA organizes several Play Days, which are a great way to further develop and practice your tennis skills after participating in one or more of the BCTA’s Learn, Practice & Play programs.  Enjoy friendly competition, group games, and other fun activities—and meet fellow tennis players from around the county!

Age categories:

Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10)

Juniors (recommended ages 11–13)

Teens/Adults (recommended ages 14 and up)