Excel Tennis Camp - Ages 6-16
SPORTIME EXCEL Summer Tennis Training Camp
Our intensive EXCEL Summer Training Camp welcomes ALL tennis players by offering three unique camp programs designed to meet the needs of young players of all abilities and levels, from nationally-ranked to never-touched-a-racket. Our coaches carefully evaluate EXCEL students, place them in small, age and level appropriate groups, and customize programs to meet their developmental and social needs. Our world class professional staff is led by SPORTIME Schenectady’s Director of Tennis, Philippe Ceas, and by our team of year-round Master Tennis Professionals. Current high-level collegiate players and coaches round out our seasonal coaching team, and offer Excel campers the opportunity to hit and play with the Capital Region’s finest pro staff and the best tennis competitors in Upstate NY.EXCEL Tennis Training Program
EXCEL ELITE (Advanced) - Ages 9-16Our EXCEL Elite program is the premier tennis training program in the Capital Region. This high-performance tennis camp is for players competing in or striving to compete in USTA Sectional, USTA National and ITF tournaments, and those interested in playing high school tennis, college tennis, and beyond. Participation requires Tennis Director approval.
Tournament Training (JV Level) - Ages 9-16
This program is perfect for intermediate players who are trying to elevate their games to compete at the next level. A full day of tennis activities mirrors the ELITE program and focuses on skills development, fun and friendship, including some time in the pool to cool off.
Combo Tennis Camp (Basic Tennis Instruction) - Ages 12-16
For beginners who want an introductory tennis experience. Campers will learn all the basics from our dedicated, certified staff, and will discover how much fun it is to get in the game. An active day of tennis instruction, multi-sport activities, games, snacks, pool time, and modified match-play will get our campers playing and enjoying the game of tennis quickly.
Typical EXCEL ELITE Training Camp Day: 9:00am-4:00pm*
| 9:00-9:10 | Check-in and assembly | |
| 9:10-10:30 | Fitness cross-training | |
| 10:30-10:45 | Snack | |
| 10:45-12:15 | Live ball drills, technique and strategy development, themed situational drills | |
| 12:15-1:00 | Lunch and rest | |
| 1:00-4:00 | Match play competition, match and video analysis and coaching | |
| 4:00 | Dismissal |
* Campers may bring a packed lunch or may purchase lunch for $7/day.
* In case of rain, Camp will utilize SPORTIME’s eight indoor courts, fitness center and other indoor facilities to provide a modified daily camp schedule.
Safety
To ensure your child's safety, all water activities are supervised by certified Water Safety Instructors and lifeguards. Additionally, our full-time First Aid staff will give injury prevention and safety tips each day and will be on-site to handle emergencies whenever camp is in session. We are totally committed to providing a safe, wholesome environment for your child.
Transportation and Lunch
Campers may bring a packed lunch, or may purchase lunch for $7/day.
Extended Day Option
Early Morning and Extended Day options are available for campers, and parents may register on a weekly or daily basis. Extended Care is supervised by our Camp Counselors and Day Care staff. Convenient for parents who need to drop campers off early, the morning hours are from 7:00am-9:00am, and for parents who need to pick campers up later, the afternoon hours are from 4:00pm-6:00pm.
Register Today!
Contact us at 518-356-0100 or email campssch@sportimeny.com and we’ll be happy to tell you all about our amazing camps.Click the camp links to apply online:
Or download an application (Tennis & Sports Camps or EXCEL Summer Training Camp) and mail it to SPORTIME Summer Camp.