The Jefferson City Area YMCA offers tennis programs for various age groups. Please see the programs listed below. For more information, call Mickey at 761-9012.
MULTIPURPOSE COURT FEES & REQUIREMENTS
The Firley Y offers four indoor multipurpose courts. Youth must be at least 13 years old to play on the courts without an adult from 5-10 p.m. on weekdays. This rule may be waived if youth have completed a YMCA tennis class. Walk-on players are limited to one hour of play if others are waiting. Black sole shoes are not allowed on the courts.
Reservation Fees:
Walk-Ins: Free Y-member
Day of: $7/Y-member; $14 non-member (does not include day pass fee)
Advance:* $10 Y-member; $20 non-member (does not include day pass fee)
*May reserve up to 5 days in advance.
PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS
Mickey Gage, a certified tennis instructor with the Professional Tennis Registry and a graduate of the Dennis Van Der Meer Tennis University, brings many years of teaching and playing experience to the Y tennis program. As a tennis player, Mickey as been ranked regionally and nationally in singles in his age division. Individual instruction for all ages and skill levels is available. Call Mickey at 761-9012.
Fee: $35/hour Y-member; $45/hour Non-member
PERMANENT COURT TIME
Permanent court time reserves a court for you or your group on the same day and time of each week for a 16-week session. Full payment is due when the reservation is made. Sign up must be made at the beginning of each session. YMCA members only. Registration is accepted at the Firley Y.
Fee: $14/hour (Wednesday’s only)
JUNIOR MATCH PLAY
Students will be taught the strategies of the game to incorporate the skills into match play format. This program is for intermediate to advanced players who are 11-18 years old. Players 8-10 years old may participate if approved. Direct questions to John Steinmeyer at 761.9012.
Sessions: January, February, March, April
Beginner: Monday & Wednesday only – 3:30-5 p.m.
Advanced: Tuesday & Thursday only – 4-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $60/session Y-member; $70/session Non-member
YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS
Students earn the basics of the game including forehand, backhand, serve, volley and scoring. These lessons are for beginners who are 5-11 years old. Participants must provide his or her own racquet.
Sessions: January, February, March, April
Days: Tuesday & Friday
Times: Tuesday/6-7 p.m. and Friday/5-6 p.m.
Fee: $60 Y-member; $70 Non-member
MONDAY NIGHT LEAGUE
Come join the fun at the Monday night league for intermediate to advanced players. Participants will provide their own tennis balls. Substitutes must register with the front desk before play. Direct questions to Mickey at 761-90123.
Session: January 6-May 25
Day/Time: Monday – 7-9 p.m.
Fee: $50 Y-member; $60 Non-member
MONDAY ADVANCED LEAGUE
If you are an advanced player and thrive on competition, this league is the place to be. Players must have a NTRP rating of 4.0 or above. Participants will provide their own tennis balls. Direct questions to Mickey at 761-9012.
Session: January 6-May 25
Day/Time: Monday – 5:30-7 p.m.
Fee: $50 Y-member; $60 Non-member
TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
Tennis players interested in meeting new players and having fun are invited to a great time on the tennis courts! Pick your level and enjoy three and a half hours of tennis. The first 16 will be placed on doubles teams. Each 45 minutes we will rotate so you will play with a new partner. Participants must be at least 18 years old, play at an intermediate level and are asked to give a donation for tennis balls on a timely basis.
Levels: Men/Ladies – Intermediate/Advanced
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Fee: Free Y-member; $7 Non-member
YMCA POLICY ON PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
No YMCA member or day pass user may use the YMCA facilities to conduct private tennis instruction and charge or accept compensation.
