WTEF’s East Campus
Located in Ward 7, just over the Anacostia River from RFK Stadium
Tennis programming is now available for both Juniors and Adults!
Junior Programs
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Red Ball I – (Ages 4-6 Open) An introduction to the sport for our youngest tennis players. In this class, we will focus on the FUNdamentals. Players will develop their ABCs (Agility, Balance, and Coordination) while learning basic racquet and ball control. There will be an introduction to serving, rallying, and scoring. This class is team based and players are encouraged to develop character traits such as listening skills, responsibility and honesty.
Saturday 9am-10am – Click Here
Saturday 10am-11am – Click Here
Red Ball II – (Ages 6-8 and/or by assessment) A continuation of Red I for players who have already developed and passed a coaches assessment in Red I AND/OR players new to the sport who are 6-9 years ofA age. In this class, we will focus on the FUNdamentals . Players will develop their ABCs (Agility, Balance, and Coordination) while learning basic racquet and ball control. There will be an introduction to serving, rallying, and scoring. This class is team based and players are encouraged to develop character traits such as listening skills, responsibility and honesty.
Saturday 9am-10am – Click Here
Saturday 10am-11am – Click Here
Orange Ball I – (Ages 9-11 Open) Beginner Orange Ball Foundational Drilling. In this class, players will continue to build on their foundational skills by drilling technique and mechanics. Players will begin to take ownership of their tennis development and are encouraged to compete in team and tournament formats of play! We will foster an environment where players are encouraged to develop character traits such as responsibility, leadership and resilience.
Orange Ball II – Intermediate (Ages 9-11 pending assessment) Orange Live Ball. In this class, players will continue to build on their foundational skills but will transition to live ball play with orange balls. Players should be able to hit consistently with an orange ball from the service line, baseline, and net, as well as serve and compete in match play. Players will begin to take ownership of their tennis development and are encouraged to compete in team and tournament formats of play! We will foster an environment where players are encouraged to develop character traits such as responsibility, leadership and resilience.
Junior Beginner – Junior Beginner Orange/Green Ball Foundational Drilling (Ages 11-18 Open) In this class, players will develop their foundational skills by drilling technique and mechanics. Players will begin to take ownership of their tennis development and are encouraged to compete in team and tournament formats of play! We will foster an environment where players are encouraged to develop character traits such as responsibility, leadership and resilience.
Green/ Yellow – (Ages 11 – 18 pending assessment) Players will be challenged to learn and improve their stroke mechanics, movement, balance and coordination. This group will be introduced to competition and tactics. We will encourage players to develop their technique and consistency across their game. Players will be encouraged to experiment with different tactics and strategies, understand areas of strength in individual games and the development of game style. Designed for players who are developing their games and are competing in local events, high school team matches and USTA Section tournaments.
Satuday 9am-10:30am – Click Here
Saturday 10:30am-12pm – Click Here
Intermediate / Advanced – (Ages 12-18 pending assessment) This program is designed for intermediate level players . Clinics are designed to help every participant reach their full potential by bringing together the most skilled and hard-working players in the area to compete against and support one another. Coaches will encourage proper footwork, shot selection, situational point-play, focus and maximum effort at all times. Players are grouped on court based on effort, focus, commitment and skills as well WTN/UTR. This clinic structure follows: Dynamic warm up, live ball warm up, drills and situational point play.
Performance – (Invite Only) Must be approved by the Tennis Director. This program is designed to cultivate players’ passion for the game of tennis, define their athletic goals, increase confidence and resilience. The goal of our performance program is to develop players’ weapons, situational awareness, shot selection and quality decision making. Additionally, we will aim to increase players’ power, variety and quality movement. Tactically, we will emphasize the importance of knowing themselves, using their strengths and understanding their opponents. Additionally, we aim to increase the level and consistency of players’ quality in training and competition.
Adult Programs
The Washington Tennis & Education Foundation offers a vibrant adult tennis program designed to cater to participants of all skill levels and interests. Whether you’re a novice looking to learn the basics or an experienced player seeking competitive opportunities, our year-round offerings ensure there’s something for everyone. Beginners can kickstart their tennis journey with our “Let’s Get it Started” classes, focused on fundamental skills and building confidence on the court. For intermediate players, our dynamic “Live Ball” sessions provide a perfect blend of instruction and gameplay, enhancing strategic thinking.
In addition to skills-focused classes, our program features Cardio Tennis, a high-energy workout combining tennis drills with cardiovascular exercise, perfect for improving fitness while enjoying the sport. For those interested in team play, our USTA Team Practices offer structured training sessions tailored to prepare players for league competition, fostering camaraderie and skill development within a supportive environment. Regular social events further enrich the experience, providing opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts and celebrate the spirit of tennis both on and off the court.
Join us at Washington Tennis & Education Foundation and discover how our comprehensive adult tennis program can elevate your game and enrich your tennis journey.
Session 1: September 3rd - October 26th
Let’s Get it Started! + Match Play - Beginner
The journey begins…designed for new players or those returning to the game after a lengthy break, this class is perfect for you! Weekly clinics teach players the fundamentals of the game: groundstrokes, volleys and overheads, serve and return, as well as general rules of play. This class will give you a strong foundation of tennis and get you started on your own tennis pathway.
East Live Ball - Intermediate to Advanced
Live Ball is the tennis workout that tries to check all the boxes: Fitness. Fun. Action. Camaraderie. High energy continuous-play tennis games! Live Ball offers fun and competitive situational point play that will improve fitness, footwork, reaction time and net game. With no downtime between points, there are no breaks between offense and defense. THIS CLASS IS NOT FOR BEGINNERS!
Thursday 7-8:30pm: Click Here
Friday 10-11:30am: Click Here
Saturday 9am-10:30am: Click Here
Saturday 10:30am-12pm: Click Here
For more information and to register, please contact our Director of Tennis, Alex Shek ([email protected]) or our Program Coordinator, Drew Stewart ([email protected]).
