What do you need to do before you move from Red to Orange Group?

  • Know the shots of tennis and basic technique (ready steps, split, invisible wall, step, swing to the ear or small push forward)
  • Know the
    traditional footwork moves (ready steps, split step, run to the ball, step in, recover)
  • The ability to rally consistently to 10 with every shot
  • Ability to throw a red ball consistently over the net and in the court
  • Know how to play a tie breaker without being told where to stand or reminded to say the score
  • Competing in 6 red ball tournaments/year
  • Months of attending 2 classes/week
  • Months of taking a 1/2 hour private lesson