Welcome To Tennis Camp 2013
For Girls and Boys Entering Grades 2-5 (Morning Specialty)
For Girls and Boys Entering Grades 6-9 (Afternoon Specialty)
Session 1: July 1 - 12
Session 2: July 15 - 26
Session 3:July 29 - August 9
The Hofstra Tennis specialty can accommodate children of all levels of play. On the first day of camp, each child is evaluated – based on his or her ability – and placed into the appropriate group. No child is locked into a skill group; if a child’s skills progress, he or she will be moved to a more advanced group.
In 2011, Hofstra added the “10 and Under Tennis” specialty to its general Tennis program. This is the newest approach to teaching tennis to youngsters 10 years of age and younger. Sanctioned by the USTA, “10 and Under Tennis” takes a new approach to introducing kids to the game. The balls are lower in compression and therefore bounce lower and slower, allowing youngsters to get to the ball and develop optimal swing patterns. Children under 10 years of age that already are proficient will continue to use standard tennis balls.
Each day’s lesson begins with stretching and warm-up exercises. Whenever possible, lessons are taught in the form of a game. Each day, children are taught the basic strokes of forehand, backhand and volley. Campers are introduced to or taught (depending on skill level) other strokes such as overheads, serves, approach shots, topspin, and slices, etc. Those able to play regular games are taught scoring, strategy, and mental toughness for match play. Each daily session ends with some non-stressful competition that is fun for every camper!
During the morning specialty, an awards ceremony occurs at the close of each day. A child from each group receives an MVP award for being the most improved of the day, most sportsmanship, winning the most points, etc. On the last day of each session, campers will participate in a tournament with Olympics scoring. During the tournament, all campers are divided into four teams, and children play while instructors keep score.
Each session, this process is repeated, but with different games and different drills to keep the program new and exciting. Our counselors provide individual attention within the groups and new activities are added every day. When children enroll for two or three sessions, they often progress to different courts and have different instructors and children in their groups.
Note: There is a $40 surcharge per session for additional materials and staff requirements.
Program Co-Director: Sunny Fishkind
Former assistant men’s and women’s tennis coach, Hofstra University. Served as coordinator of tennis for Girls H.S. Nassau County for 12 years; head coach of Nassau County’s H.S. State Tennis Team; H.S. varsity tennis coach for 27 years; board member of the U.S. Tennis Association, ETA Long Island Region; former coach, Empire State Games; awarded “Coach of the Year” by the USTA/ETA and “Coach of the Year” by the Nassau County Coaches Association; received Lifetime Achievement Award from the USTA/Eastern LI Region. More than 40 years’ tennis instruction experience. B.S. in elementary education, Queens College; M.S. in library and information science, Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus. Taught in the public school system for 24 years. Twenty-five years experience at Hofstra Specialty Camps.
Program Co-Director: Edward Fishkind
Former volunteer men’s and women’s tennis coach, Hofstra University; H.S. varsity tennis coach for 14 years; coach of Nassau County’s H.S. State Tennis Team; member of the U.S. Professional Racket Stringers Association; USTA volunteer. More than 40 years’ tennis teaching experience. Marathon runner. Graduated from Manhattan School of Music with an M.A. in music and taught instrumental music in the public school system for 33 years. Awards in tennis and track. Twenty-five years experience at Hofstra Specialty Camps.
In 2011, Hofstra added the “10 and Under Tennis” specialty to its general Tennis program. This is the newest approach to teaching tennis to youngsters 10 years of age and younger. Sanctioned by the USTA, “10 and Under Tennis” takes a new approach to introducing kids to the game. The balls are lower in compression and therefore bounce lower and slower, allowing youngsters to get to the ball and develop optimal swing patterns. Children under 10 years of age that already are proficient will continue to use standard tennis balls.
Each day’s lesson begins with stretching and warm-up exercises. Whenever possible, lessons are taught in the form of a game. Each day, children are taught the basic strokes of forehand, backhand and volley. Campers are introduced to or taught (depending on skill level) other strokes such as overheads, serves, approach shots, topspin, and slices, etc. Those able to play regular games are taught scoring, strategy, and mental toughness for match play. Each daily session ends with some non-stressful competition that is fun for every camper!
During the morning specialty, an awards ceremony occurs at the close of each day. A child from each group receives an MVP award for being the most improved of the day, most sportsmanship, winning the most points, etc. On the last day of each session, campers will participate in a tournament with Olympics scoring. During the tournament, all campers are divided into four teams, and children play while instructors keep score.
Each session, this process is repeated, but with different games and different drills to keep the program new and exciting. Our counselors provide individual attention within the groups and new activities are added every day. When children enroll for two or three sessions, they often progress to different courts and have different instructors and children in their groups.
Note: There is a $40 surcharge per session for additional materials and staff requirements.
Program Co-Director: Sunny Fishkind
Former assistant men’s and women’s tennis coach, Hofstra University. Served as coordinator of tennis for Girls H.S. Nassau County for 12 years; head coach of Nassau County’s H.S. State Tennis Team; H.S. varsity tennis coach for 27 years; board member of the U.S. Tennis Association, ETA Long Island Region; former coach, Empire State Games; awarded “Coach of the Year” by the USTA/ETA and “Coach of the Year” by the Nassau County Coaches Association; received Lifetime Achievement Award from the USTA/Eastern LI Region. More than 40 years’ tennis instruction experience. B.S. in elementary education, Queens College; M.S. in library and information science, Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus. Taught in the public school system for 24 years. Twenty-five years experience at Hofstra Specialty Camps.
Program Co-Director: Edward Fishkind
Former volunteer men’s and women’s tennis coach, Hofstra University; H.S. varsity tennis coach for 14 years; coach of Nassau County’s H.S. State Tennis Team; member of the U.S. Professional Racket Stringers Association; USTA volunteer. More than 40 years’ tennis teaching experience. Marathon runner. Graduated from Manhattan School of Music with an M.A. in music and taught instrumental music in the public school system for 33 years. Awards in tennis and track. Twenty-five years experience at Hofstra Specialty Camps.