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.
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 Senior Staff Tennis Professional Ryan Wall.
Session 1: May 31 – Jul 10 (no class on Jul 4)
Session 2: Saturdays Only | July 16 – Aug 20
Session 1: Sept 7– Oct 31 | 8 weeks
Session 2: Nov 1 – Dec 19 and Jan 3 – Jan 9 | 8 weeks
No classes Thanksgiving Break | Nov 25 – Nov. 28
No classes Christmas Break | Dec 20 – Jan 2, 2021
Session 3: Jan 10 – Mar 6 | 8 weeks
Session 4: Mar 7 – May 22 | 10 weeks*
No Classes Spring Break | Mar 14 – 20
*All pricing based on 8-week sessions
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
Summer
Mon | 8:45am – 9:30am
Tues | 4:15pm – 5pm
Sat | 8:45am – 9:30am
$95 per member | $120 per non-member | 6-week session | based on 1 clinic per week
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
$220 per member | $250 per non-member | 6-week session | 2 clinics per week for 6 weeks
Session 2
Sat | 9:30am – 10:30am
$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
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
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
$220 per member | $250 per non-member| 6-week session | 2 clinics per week for 6 weeks
Session 2
Sat | 10:30am – 11:30am
$120 per member | $150 per non-member | 6-week session | 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
Fall
Thurs | 4pm – 5pm
Fri | 5pm – 6pmSat | 10:30am – 11:30am
$170 per member | $210 per non-member | 8-week session | 1 clinic per week for 6 weeks
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
Sat | 11:30am – 12:30pm
$220 per member | $250 per non-member | 6-week session | 2 clinics per week
Session 2
Sat | 11:30am – 12:30pm
$120 per member | $150 per non-member | 6-weeks | 1 clinic per week
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 – 2pm
Wed | 4pm – 6pm
$330 per member | $400 per non-member | one clinic per week | 8-week session
Summer
Tues | 9:00am – 11:00am
Thurs | 9:00am – 11:00am
Cost: $330 per member | $400 per non-member | 4-week session | 2 clinics per week
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.
Session 1: Jul 11-July 14
Session 2: Jul 18-July 21
Session 3: Jul 25-July 28
Session 4: Aug 1-August 4
Session 5: Aug 8-August 11
Mon – Thurs | 9am – 3pm
Cost: $230/member per week | $285/non-members per week | includes lunch
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.
Jun 3 – Jul 15
A great way for our Junior tennis players that attend G.O. Academy and High Performance to become more skilled tactically in match play. Players will receive coaching during match play to better understand how to play the game.
Fridays Only | 1-3PM (no class on Jul 1)
Cost: $99/member | 6 session
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 Ryan Wall.
Session 1: May 31 – Jun 26
Session 2: June 27 – July 24 (no class on Jul 4)
Session 3: Jul 25 – Aug 24
Session 1: Sept 7– Oct 31 | 8 weeks
Session 2: Nov 1 – Dec 19 and Jan 3 – Jan 9 | 8 weeks
No classes Thanksgiving Break | Nov 25 – Nov. 28
No classes Christmas Break | Dec 20 – Jan 2, 2021
Session 3: Jan 10 – Mar 6 | 8 weeks
Session 4: Mar 7 – May 22 | 10 weeks*
No Classes Spring Break | Mar 14 – 20
*All pricing based on 8-week sessions
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
Cost: $330/member | $400/non-member | one clinic per week| 8-week session
Summer
Green and Orange Ball
Tues | 11am – 1pm
Wed | 11am – 1pm
Thurs | 11am – 1pm
Cost: $480 per member | $600 per non-member | 3 days a week for 4 weeks | $120/$150 per week
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 per member | $600 per non-member | 3 days a week for 4 weeks | $120/$150 per week
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
$135 + tax per player
Email coach Ryan Wall to register.
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.
$99 + tax per player
Email coach Ryan Wall to register.
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