Club Times: September/October 2023

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DOUBLES STRATEGY LESSONS: Are you looking to practice just doubles strategy and court positioning? Ask your partner and 2 or 3 of your teammates, pick a time and day that is convenient for you and plan a tennis clinic to work just on doubles strategy. For an hour or hour and a half we can define your strengths and weaknesses, and work on your game to maximize your wins and improve your communication on the court, which is vital to your success. Reach out to me at cmg@aac1. org or any of the coaches at the tennis center to set up your doubles strategy lessons. LADIES NIGHTS Mark your calendars! September 5 & October 3 7 – 9 pm $20 members | $25 guests A fun round robin where all skill levels are welcome. This event is always held outdoors, and we have great music, light snacks, and beverages. It is a fantastic way to get to know other members and to get to play tennis in a social setting. Ladies Nights are the first Tuesday of every month from March to October. CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE PLAYERS Intermediate Rusty Rackets Ladies' Clinic Six-Week Session: Fridays | 10 am–11 am Fall Session 1: Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13 Make-Up: Oct. 20 Designed specifically for the 2.0 3.0 levels, this class is perfect for ladies that are just starting to play competitively or who used to play and are anxious to get back into

the game. We will cover stroke techniques, movement, and the 5 ball controls: height, distance, direction, speed, and spin. Drills will be cooperative and competitive and will help athletes get the maximum number of reps to master the skills they need to become players! Register online or contact Wendy at WMF@aac1.org. Six-week session cost: $150 Rookie Ladies' Clinic Six-Week Sessions: Fridays | 11 am – 12 pm Fall Session 1: Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13 Make-up: Oct. 20 This class is geared towards players who are just starting to pick up the game. Athletes will learn all of the necessary shots and techniques to begin to rally with friends, and they will be introduced to the rules, etiquette, and tennis vocabulary that they need to start to play. Register online or contact Wendy at WMF@ aac1.org. Six-week session cost: $150 Tennis 101 & 201 – Co-Ed Clinic Six-Week Session: Sundays, 10 – 11 am |11 am - 12 pm Fall Session 1: Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 8, and 15 Make-up: Oct. 22 Is never too early to register for the upcoming session. No experience necessary, and you get a free racquet! This co-ed class combines the basics of movement, balance, and swing shapes to build all the necessary skills for athletes to develop into PLAYERS. Come learn to play the game and get the training you need to really improve! Please email Coach Wendy at WMF@aac1.org. Six-week session cost: $150

JUNIOR TENNIS AAC’s Junior Development program returned to its afterschool regular schedule on August 7. JUNIOR FALL SCHEDULE • Red Ball: Monday / Wednesday / Friday 4 – 5 pm • Orange Ball: Tuesday / Wednes day 4 – 5 pm • Green and Yellow Ball: Monday – Thursday 5 – 7 pm 2. Step in before hitting the ball. 3. Keep your body low to keep it consistently in the court. Six-Week Session Dates: August 7 – September 16 September 18 – October 27 October 30 – November 8 November 11 – December 22 FALL ALTA: Important Dates! If you would like to join one of our existing teams, please feel free to reach out and I will connect you with our corresponding captain. September 9: First Match October 21: End of Regular Season October 28 – Playoffs November 4 – 11 City Finals For more information or if you have any questions, please email me pau bone@aac1.org PICKLEBALL NIGHTS Don’t fall in the Kitchen! September 29 | 6:30 – 9 pm October 20 | 6:30 – 9 pm Register online or contact Enock at EGG@aac1.org Tennis Tip on Overheads by Coach Wendy Approach Shot 1. Prepare early running with your racket back.