Junior Tennis
Woodside utilizes the most advanced USPTA training methods to teach youth the basics of tennis and set them up for recreational and competitive play.
LEARN. PLAY. COMPETE.
Woodside utilizes the most advanced USPTA training methods available including age-appropriate equipment and programming to teach children the basics of tennis and set them up for recreational and competitive play.
For more advanced youth athletes, Woodside Tennis Academy has a long history of creating champions, earning scholarships and developing skills and techniques that young tennis players can use throughout their recreational and competitive futures.
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT CLINICS
We offer year-round programming to provide healthy activities in a fun and social environment, suitable for every age and every level of play. From summer programs to one-day camps, seasonal-themed events and junior leagues, there is always something happening in Junior Tennis.
Register for all youth tennis clinics by calling 913-831-0034 or emailing Junior Development Coordinator Ryan Wall.
Summer Session Dates
Session 1: Jun 1 – Jul 12
Session 2: Saturdays Only | July 18 – Aug 22
Fall/Winter Session Dates
Session 1: Sept 3 – Oct 27 | 8 weeks
Session 2: Oct 28 – Dec 22 and Jan 1 – Jan 13 | 9 weeks
No classes Thanksgiving Break | Nov 25 – Dec 1
No classes Christmas Break | Dec 23 – Jan 1
Session 3: Jan 13 – Mar 8 | 8 weeks
Session 4: Mar 9 – May 24 | 10 weeks*
No Classes Spring Break | Mar 16 – 22
*All pricing based on 8-week sessions
Tiny Tots
This class teaches your 3 – 4 year old the basic skills of tennis, in an age-appropriate way, with exercises in hand-eye coordination, movement games and simple stroke techniques.
Fall/Winter
Tues | 4:15pm – 5pm
Sat | 8:45am – 9:30am
$130 per member | $160 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 8 weeks
Summer
Mon | 8:45am – 9:30am
Tues | 4:15pm – 5pm
Sat | 8:45am – 9:30am
$95 per member | 6-week session | based on 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Munchkins
Give your 4- to 6-year old a fun approach to learning the fundamentals of tennis through hand-eye coordination games and drills. Our youth tennis instructors use exciting techniques to help your child fully enjoy the experience.
Summer
Session 1
Tues | 10am – 11am
Thurs | 10am – 11am
Thurs | 5pm – 6pm
Sat | 9:30am – 10:30am
Session 2
Sat | 9:30am – 10:30am
Session 1: $220 per member | $250 per non-member | 6-week session | 2 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Session 2: $120 per member | $150 per non-member | 6-week session | 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Fall
Wed | 4pm – 5pm
Sat | 9:30am – 10:30am
$170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 8 weeks
Advanced Munchkins
For the child who has successfully completed Munchkins. Must be approved by Junior Tennis Coach.
Summer
Mon | 4pm – 5pm
Tues | 9am – 10am
Tues | 5pm – 6pm
Thurs | 9am – 10am
$220 per member | $250 per non-member | 6-week session | 2 clinics per week for 6 weeks
Fall
Tues | 5pm – 6pm
Fri | 4pm – 5pm
$170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 8 weeks
Rookies
This tennis clinic targets the 7 to 10-year old player with an understanding of basic strokes and emphasizes technique through engaging drills and games.
Summer
Session 1
Mon | 10:30am – 11:30am
Tues | 11:15am – 12:15pm
Wed | 10:30am – 11:30am
Thurs | 11:15am – 12:15pm
Thurs | 4pm – 5pm
Sat | 10:30am – 11:30am
Session 2
Sat | 10:30am – 11:30am
Session 1: $220 per member | $250 per non-member | 6-week session | 2 clinics per week for 6 weeks
Session 2: $120 per member | $150 per non-member | 6-week session | 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Fall
Thurs | 4pm – 5pm
Fri | 5pm – 6pm
Sat | 10:30am – 11:30am
$170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Advanced Rookies
For the child who has successfully completed Rookies. Must be approved by Junior Tennis Coach.
Fall
Thurs | 5pm – 6pm
Sat | 11:30am – 12 :30pm
$170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 8 weeks
Summer
Session 1
Mon | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Mon | 5pm – 6pm
Wed | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Session 1 & 2: Sat | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Session 1: $220 per member | based on 2 clinics per week
Session 2: Saturdays Only | $120 | 6-weeks
Junior High & High School
For the intermediate 11-14 year old tennis player who is beginning match play or just starting to play the game, this program emphasizes technique and extended rallying skills.
Fall
Sun | Noon – 1pm
Wed | 5pm – 6pm
Cost: $170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 8 weeks
Summer
Mon | 9:30am – 10:30am
Wed | 9:30am – 10:30am
Cost: $220 per member | 6-week session | 2 clinics per week for 6 weeks
JUNIOR CAMPS
SMASH + SPLASH
A great way for 10/Under junior tennis players to learn match play. Quick Start Junior League will use Quick Start nets, courts and balls. Each child will be assigned a team, snacks are provided each week. Players will experience supervised pool time after league match.
Fridays, Jun 5 – Jul 10 | 11am – 1pm
Cost: $99/member | six sessions
HOLIDAY CAMPS
Woodside offers day or week-long camps throughout the year on days of observance, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, for Spring Break, and more. Check the Tennis Calendar of Events for all camp days and times.
To learn more, or to register, contact Ryan Wall.
SUMMER CAMP
In this week-long clinic, campers ages 5-12 will learn the basics of tennis and progress their skills through fun, energetic games. Working individually and as a team, they’ll build coordination and speed with agility and footwork drills. After a morning of tennis, campers will enjoy a kid-friendly lunch from The Kitchen and then cool down at the Woodside pool* and then head back to the courts. Summer camp is a great place for kids to learn tennis and make life-long friends.
*Participants must be able to swim on their own in order to join the pool portion of the camp.
Jul 13-16 | Mon – Thurs | 9am – 3pm
Jul 20-23 | Mon – Thurs | 9am – 3pm
Jul 27-Jul 30 | Mon – Thurs | 9am – 3pm
Aug 3-6 | Mon – Thurs | 9am – 3pm
Cost: $225/member/week | $275/non-members/week | includes lunch
JUNIOR ACADEMY PROGRAMS + EVENTS
Woodside Tennis Academy provides opportunities for young players to participate in various recreational competition. These opportunities include tournaments, leagues and team tennis, all coached and facilitated by Woodside Tennis Professionals.
Register for all Junior Academy clinics by calling 913-831-0034 or by emailing Grant Fleming.
Summer Session Dates
Session 1: Jun 1 – Jun 28
Session 2: Jun 29 – Jul 26
Session 3: Jul 27 – Aug 23
Fall/Winter Session Dates
Session 1: Sept 4 – Oct 28
Session 2: Oct 29 – Dec 16 / Jan 1 – Jan 13 (Breaks: Nov 19-25 and Dec 17-31)
Session 3: Jan 14 – Mar 10
Session 4: Mar 18 – May 26 (*10 week session)
*All pricing based on eight-week sessions
JUNIOR ACADEMY CLINICS
High Performance
Eligibility based on the most current Missouri Valley Standing List where they are currently top 150. This player wants to play college tennis and wants to work towards a college scholarship as well as participating in sanctioned USTA tournament events, Missouri Valley and Heart of America.
Fall
Mon | 4pm – 6pm
Wed | 4pm – 6pm
Cost: $330/member | $400/non-member | one clinic per week | 8-week session
Summer
Tues | 9am – 11am
Wed | 9am – 11am
Thurs | 9am – 11am
Cost: $480 / 3 days a week for 4 weeks ($120/week)
G.O. Academy
For players who look to play tennis competitively and need to work on technique, control, consistency, and gain confidence in match play. These players are participating in the Junior Tennis League (JTL) 12U division/green dot.
Fall
Tue | 4pm – 6pm
Thurs | 4pm – 6pm
Sun | 10am – Noon
Cost: $330/member | $400/non-member | one clinic per week| 8-week session
Summer
Green and Orange Ball
Mon – Thurs | 11am -1pm
Cost: $320 / 2 days a week for 4 weeks ($80/week)
JTL
KANSAS CITY JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE
Kansas City’s Junior Tennis League gives novice male and female players 10 and under orange ball, 12 and under green ball, and 13 and above yellow ball, the opportunity to participate in recreational competition with other teams from around the city. This is a summer program, played each year during June and July. Teams will play other teams of similar ability in singles and doubles.
Match Format: Each match will consist of four singles matches and two doubles matches. Ladder matches played prior to the JTL season will determine a player’s position.
Weekly Match Schedule:
10 and Under: Mon 1pm – 2:30pm
12 and Under: Tues 1pm – 3pm
Teens: Thurs 1pm – 3pm
$125 + tax per player
Email coach Grant Fleming to register.
JTT
USTA JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
All academy players will participate in the summer USTA JTT match play program. There will be 10/under, 12/under, and High School divisions. Teams will consist of three boys and three girls. Play will be singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Matches will be played at Woodside and area clubs on Wednesday afternoons during the outdoor season. Woodside Tennis professional staff will be present for matches to help coach and manage players.
$75 + tax per player
Email coach Grant Fleming to register.
Class Schedule
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