Tennis Try It Dates
Do you have a child age 5-17 who is interested in tennis but not sure they want to come to a whole week of camp? Join us for a Free Try It Day. Come prepared to participate!
Saturdays, June 20 & August 1, 9:00-10:30 a.m., Bush Park Tennis Courts
Tennis Camps
Be a part of the Net Generation! Our outdoor summer tennis camps utilize age appropriate tennis courts and tennis balls to increase the level of success for your player. Each level works on tennis strokes, player coordination, and match play. Register online or in the Parks and Recreation Services office. Qualified Salem residents are eligible for a 50-percent fee waiver.
City tennis classes are divided in age-appropriate levels by ball type:
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Red is ideal for beginning tennis players, utilizing a 36-foot court with a 23-inch racquet.
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Orange is suitable for both beginning as well as intermediate level players looking to practice skills on a mid-size 60-foot court with a racquet no longer than 25-inches.
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Green Dot fit for older beginning or intermediate players wanting to experience playing on a full-size 78-foot tennis court with a racquet no longer than 29-inches.
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Yellow is designed for intermediate and above level players with previous tennis experience comfortable on a 78-foot court with standard tennis balls.
