Adult Programs

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Beginners, intermediates, and advanced-level players: We have the right programs for your experience. 

NTC ratings are required for all students new to the NTC.  New students of all ages and levels - above the beginner level - must be evaluated to obtain an NTC rating. 

Click here to schedule your evaluation. 

Complete beginner-level students will be assigned a beginner NTC rating, enabling registration for an NTC program without the need for an evaluation. Please contact us at ntcprograms@usta.com so our team can assign the NTC beginner-level rating to your profile.

 Adult NTC Ratings Guide

Instructional 

Intro to Tennis 101 (NTC Rating 1.0/1.0S)

This player is new to the game of tennis. The beginner player has no prior experience in the game of tennis. The focus of this class is learning the rules and basic concepts that are essential to play. Low-compression balls are used based on the student's needs to enhance the experience and allow students to learn skills quickly. 90-minute class.

Novice 102 (NTC Rating 1.5/1.5S/2.0S)

Novice 102 is a continuation of Tennis 101 for players who are beginning to serve, rally, and score. Players continue to enhance their fundamentals and overall control. This program will focus on game-based drills, basic court positioning, shot placement, and doubles strategy. 90-minute class.

NTC Rally (NTC Rating 2.0-2.5/2.5S)

NTC Rally will emphasize a variety of play-based activities. The focus will be placed on fundamental stroke production and the development of game skills with attention to ball recognition and footwork. Players will build endurance and strategy through fun games, drills, and friendly competition. Players can sustain rallies with more consistency. This class is for players who are familiar with basic positions for singles and doubles. 90-minute class.

NTC Bronze (NTC Rating 2.6-3.0/3.0S-3.5S)

NTC Bronze classes will focus on improving the technique of the players who just moved up from the Rally class. This level will focus on the refinement of fundamental strokes such as forehand, backhand, volley, and serve. Players will learn shot placements and the importance of court positioning in doubles.  Drills are appropriate for Bronze-level players. 

NTC Silver (NTC Rating 3.1-3.5/4.0S)

NTC Silver will focus on improving the player that moved up from the Bronze class. These players will be introduced to the advanced parts of the game, such as ball placement and court positioning to construct points in doubles. Silver players will also be taught to use their strengths in singles and doubles matches, where technique will be overviewed.  Drills are appropriate for Silver-level players. 

NTC Gold (NTC Rating 3.6-4.0/4.5S)

NTC Gold is the highest instructional class offered at the NTC. This class is for the advanced player. These players are taught how to maximize their ability at a competitive level. The classes are more focused on games and drills. The Gold classes are designed to push the player's athletic ability and stamina. The technique is overviewed in Gold classes. Drills are advanced and appropriate for Gold-level players.  

Play-based 

NTC Zone 

Players in Zone classes are placed in an appropriate group based on their skill level with an emphasis on play.

A music-powered and high-tempo game-based class. Classes often rotate among multiple courts in competitive, friendly, fast-paced games. Players benefit from a great workout in an upbeat atmosphere where point playing and fun are the goals. 

A music-powered and high-tempo game-based class for the more advanced players. Classes often rotate among multiple courts in competitive, friendly, fast-paced games. Players benefit from a great workout in an upbeat atmosphere where point playing and fun are the goals. 

Drill and Play

Doubles Drill and Play offers the serious tennis player a chance to combine instruction and drills specifically designed for doubles. One hour of doubles-focused drills and one hour of match play. 

Stroke Development 

Stroke Development Series

The Stroke Series and Advanced Stroke Series are designed to improve the technique and understanding of keystrokes. These sessions will utilize progressive drills that will allow players to focus on one stroke at a time. While points and games might also be used, the main emphasis will be on technical development. 

Stroke Series (NTC Rating 2.0 - 3.0)

Advanced Stroke Series (NTC Rating 3.1 - 4.0)

Round Robin (Players Ages 60+)

Doubles-oriented play. Our pros will create rotations, based on overall playing level, to foster an enjoyable playing experience for all involved. Participation is based on the player's performance and ability to work well with other participants. Due to the Senior Round Robin being a play-based program, complete program participation is encouraged once a daily play session commences.

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