TENNIS PROGRAMS
Parks & Recreation offers a variety of tennis programs for youth ages 5-18 and for adults. An organizational member of the United States Tennis Association, Parks & Rec offers tennis opportunities for beginner youth players through competitive Junior Team Tennis Programs and more as well as for adult players.
Our youth tennis captains and coaches are USTA Net Generation certified meaning they have completed a thorough background check through the National Center for Safety Initiatives (NCSI) and Safe Play, an online training required by USTA National for all individuals who work with junior tennis players in any capacity.
We work closely with USTA Kentucky, area Community Tennis Associations, Midway University and the Kentucky Bank Tennis Championships to provide a variety of play opportunities for youth and adults of all ages and abilities. From camps, clinics, leagues, tournaments and more, there’s a place on the court for you at Parks & Rec!
Tennis programs are offered in late spring, summer and fall. Check back frequently for updates!
YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAMS
Come give Tennis a try at Parks & Recreation! No commitment, just plain fun! With tennis sized right for age and ability, it’s easier and more fun than ever for kids to play, even if they’ve never picked up a racquet! If you want your child to try tennis, this is the place to start!
- Woodford Co. Park Tennis Courts
- Sundays: Apr 12, Apr 19, Apr 26, & May 3 (will meet indoors at Falling Springs in case of bad weather)
- 5-8 year olds: 2:00 PM
- 9-11 year olds: 3:00 PM
- $7/day per child or $20 per child for all 4 days
Bring a racquet if you have one, extras provided if needed! Instruction, prizes & lots of play! Note there is no deadline for this program – walk-ups are welcome, however registration is requested so our instructors will no how to plan each practice. If weather is bad we’ll meet indoors at Falling Springs!
Click here for a registration form or click the link below register online.
Click HERE for instructions on how to use our new online registration portal!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE
Join this program for players 9-11 yr old players. The focus is on fun & development as players learn the basics of tennis, how to keep score & more. Program also includes practice matches & optional play days with area programs. Meets at WC Park tennis courts. Program meets indoors if weather is bad.
SUMMER SESSION 1:
- June 1- June 26
- Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays
- $55/player
- Time= 7:30-8:30pm
*GROUPS MAY BE COMBINED DEPENDING REGISTRATION NUMBERS*
SUMMER SESSION 2:
- July 6- July 31
- Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays
- $55/player
- Time= 7:30-8:30pm
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- 23” or 25” racquet & a water bottle
Click HERE for instructions on how to use our online registration system.
Join this fun, developmentally appropriate program for players ages 5-8 yrs old! Players will learn the basics of tennis, play fun games & start rallying & playing matches by the end of the program! Program may also include optional play days with area programs -days and times to be announced. Please note that this program will meet indoors if the weather is bad.
SUMMER SESSION 1:
- June 1- June 26
- Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays
- $55/player
- Group 1= 6:00-6:45pm
- Group 2= 6:45-7:30pm
*GROUPS MAY BE COMBINED DEPENDING REGISTRATION NUMBERS*
SUMMER SESSION 2:
- July 6- July 31
- Meets on Mondays and Wednesdays
- $55/player
- Group 1= 6:00-6:45pm
- Group 2= 6:45-7:30pm
*GROUPS MAY BE COMBINED BASED ON REGISTRATION NUMBERS*
8U EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- 19″, 21” or 23” racquet & a water bottle
YELLOW JACKET TENNIS CLUB (12u, 14u & 18u Divisions)
Have fun, learn the basics & play tennis fast in this
flagship program! Like other youth sports, players will
experience the fun of being on a team, practice their skills & play the game. Open to boys & girls ages 11-18 of all skill levels. Program includes intersquad matches. Program runs June 9 thru July. $80/ player contact Aaron with questions.
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Additional practices and match play coordination will be led by parent volunteer team captains.
- Cost: $80/PLAYER
- Practices on Tuesday & Thursday (most likely) evenings until matches begin. Once matches begin, practices on Tuesdays only.
- Practices begins June 9
- All divisions will play home & away matches against area teams (I.E. Frankfort, Georgetown, Richmond, etc)
- Practices and home matches are played at the Woodford County Park Tennis Courts.
- Bring a racket & water bottle to all practices & matches
- DEADLINE: JUNE 2
REGISTRATION
- Click the link below to register online or visit Falling Springs Center to register in person.
Tennis is a lifetime sport that can be learned at ANY age!! If you are 18 years old or older & new or nearly-new to tennis, this Tennis Apprentice is for you! Program includes instruction with a tennis pro & supervised match play! Program meets once a week for 6 weeks.
SESSION 1:
- TIME= 6:00-7:30pm
- DATES= June 2- July 14 (NO TENNIS JUNE 9)
- PRICE= $75
- DEADLINE= MAY 30
SESSION 2:
- TIME= 6:00-7:30pm
- DATES= July 28-September 8 (NO TENNIS 9/1)
- PRICE= $75
- DEADLINE= JULY 11
Designed for beginner adult players (including those who have completed the Tennis Apprentice program) who want to learn the basics of match play. The focus is on teaching court awareness, where to stand, when to serve, when to change ends, keeping score & court etiquette. $50/player.
SESSION 1:
- TIME= 7:30-8:30pm
- DATES= June 2- June 30 (NO TENNIS JUNE 9)
- PRICE= $50
- DEADLINE= MAY 30
SESSION 2:
- TIME= 7:30-8:30pm
- DATES= July 14- August 4
- PRICE= $50
- DEADLINE= JULY 11
THE TENNIS COMPLEX IS OPEN!
All 6 courts have been razed and have been rebuilt with all new surfacing, fencing and the addition of lights.
This project is made possible through grant funding and the support of our local government and community!
GRANT AWARDS:
- Federal Land & Water Conservation Fund – $250,000
- United States Tennis Association (National) – $50,000
- United States Tennis Association (Southern Section) – $26,000
- United States Tennis Association of Kentucky / Raise a Racquet Foundation – $5,000
- Woodford Health Foundation – $25,000
LOCAL GOVERNMENT & COMMUNITY SUPPORT: