Armonk International Tennis Academy

High Performance Path

Armonk International Tennis Academy at Armonk Tennis and Armonk Indoor is an intensive program specifically designed for dedicated junior players. Its multiple age/ability levels within two connected paths--Team and High Performance--allow players to continually set and attain individual goals. Each level includes the skills developed at prior levels and adds additional expectations. Please read the descriptions below to learn the skills requirements for each phase of development.

The High Performance path is divided into three sessions. Players can sign up for the first and second sessions, which run September-March, the second and third sessions, which run October-May, or all three. For more info, contact Academy Director Greg Anderson at ganderson@armonkindoor.com or Tennis Director Doug Sherman at doug@armonktennis.com.

Note: Players can also consider the Junior Development Program. To determine the appropriate program, see the junior tennis chart or contact us.

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High Performance Juniors

Ages: 11-13
Level: UTR 1-3

Player can sustain a rally with some high-speed shots and is beginning to develop directional control and depth with groundstrokes. Player is starting to recognize opportunities to attack short balls and come to the net. Player is developing more spin and power on the serve and seldom double faults. Player is applying basic strategy in singles and using teamwork in doubles. Recommended USTA tournaments are Levels 6/7.

Classes meet 2 times per week for 1½ hours.

Additional Winter Info

• 10 private lessons
• Weekly supervised match play
• Free walk-on court privileges
• Tournament counseling

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High Performance Team

Ages: 14-18
Level: UTR 2-4

Player has a very dependable game and executes most shots consistently, including at higher speeds. Player's court coverage and footwork are sound; Player has begun to master the use of power and spin and can vary depth of shots and game plan according to opponents. Player's first serve may produce some winners, and second serves are hit with good spin and placement. Player can be aggressive in both singles and doubles and covers weaknesses well. Recommended USTA tournaments are Level 7.

Classes meet 2 times per week for 1½ hours.

Additional Winter Info

• 10 private lessons
• Weekly supervised match play
• Free walk-on court privileges
• Tournament counseling

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High Performance Futures

Ages: 13-16
Level: UTR 2-4.5

Player has a very dependable game and executes most shots consistently, including at higher speeds. Player's court coverage and footwork are sound; Player has begun to master the use of power and spin and can vary depth of shots and game plan according to opponents. Player's first serve may produce some winners, and second serves are hit with good spin and placement. Player can be aggressive in both singles and doubles and covers weaknesses well. Recommended USTA tournaments are Levels 6/7.

Classes meet 2 times per week for 2 hours.

Additional Winter Info

• 10 private lessons
• Weekly supervised match play
• Free walk-on court privileges
• Tournament counseling

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High Performance Elite

Ages: 13-18
Level: UTR 4.5+

Player has good shot anticipation and frequently has an outstanding shot or weapon around which a game can be structured. Player can regularly hit winners or force errors on short balls and is capable of all shots. Player's first serve is an offensive weapon, and often allows rushing the net after the first or second serve. Volleys and overhead smashes are typically winning shots. Player is "match wise" and uses shots that have a high percentage of success in both singles and doubles. Recommended USTA tournaments are Levels 4-6.

Classes meet 2 times per week for 2 hours.

Additional Winter Info

• 10 private lessons
• Weekly supervised match play
• Free walk-on court privileges
• Tournament counseling