2018 IGC Tennis
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2018 Tennis Staff Director of Tennis Jason Bates USPTA Certified-P1 2018 Tennis Committee Todd Pieropan, Chairman Suzanne DeWulf Kelly Carroll Lynda Hahnfeld Jim Kobs Marsha Miller Elizabeth Mraz Cindy Payne Nancy Plummer Kimberly Seifried Page 3
Dear IGC Members, I am happy to be back for a sixth season here at IGC. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome everyone back for the 2018 season. I am looking forward to seeing all of you again soon. As always, I am planning to make changes in the programing and special event schedule and calendar to attract new players and boost overall participation in the program. All the popular events and classes will still be in place but some will have a new twist to keep things new and exciting. I am hoping to have the courts up and running in early May. The spring session will start shortly after the courts open and will consist of both junior and adult classes for all ages and ability levels. Specific dates will be announced as the weather clears up and I have a better idea of the exact date the courts will be open. I will convey more specific information on days and times for the spring session to the membership with phone calls, emails and in upcoming newsletters. If you would like me to contact you directly, feel free to email me at jbates@igc-il.org. Enclosed in the booklet is detailed information for the summer. You will be able to find class times, session start and end dates, as well as the full special events calendar. Much like last year I am still trying to cater to member needs as much as possible. To create the best possible experience, I have removed the less popular classes. If a class was removed that you would like to see on the schedule please contact me and I will add it back in. If you can t find a class that works for you please get in touch with me. I will do my best to add a class or find some sort of solution. I am looking forward to another great summer and getting all of you involved in the program. See you on the courts, Jason Bates Director of Tennis Page 4
Tennis Rules & Policies Tennis Hours: Courts open at 8:00 a.m. Courts close at 8:00 p.m. Court Reservations: Inverness Tennis Pro Shop 847-358-5049 or call the Inverness Front Desk 847-358-2340 Tennis Pro Shop Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - Close Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - Close Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - Close Cancelation Policy Lessons will be charged unless 24 hour notice is given. Guest Policy: There will be a $5 fee per lesson for a guest of an adult or kids group plus the group fee. Drop In Fee: $30 per hour Tennis Attire: Appropriate tennis attire must be worn on the courts at all times. Denim is not allowed on the courts at anytime and tennis appropriate shoes must be worn. Rain and Heat: The front desk will be notified at least 30 minutes prior to each lesson if the lesson is canceled. Grandchildren of Senior Members, Regular Members & Social Members are invited to join Junior Classes, Special Events and the Jr. Tennis Team. Page 5
Junior Tennis Program 8 Week Session and One Make-Up Week: Beginning the week of May 27th - Ending the week of July 15th Make-up week starting July 22nd The Junior Program has classes for all ages and abilities levels. Whether your child is just starting out or has been playing for years, we have a class that will focus on their specific needs. We are allowing you to start your child at a very early age with a Pee-Wee class that will cater to kids 3-5 years of age. Classes will also be offered for kids currently or hoping to play high school tennis. Every level in between will have a designated class suited to their specific needs. The main goals of the Inverness Golf Club Junior Tennis Program are: 1) Introduce novice players to sound tennis fundamentals. 2) Improve the skills and athleticism of more advanced players. This comprehensive instruction program will include drills that are designed to be fun, informative and competitive. Classes meet at least two times per week. Junior match play will be run throughout the summer. LESSON FEES All rates are hourly: Private Semi-private Director: $68 (1/2 hr $36) Director: $39 per person Assistant: $60 (1/2 hr $34) Assistant: $35 per person Three person group Director: $30 per person Assistant: $25 per person Four person group Director: $24 per person Assistant: $20 per person Five or more person group Director: $20 per person Assistant: $15 per person Summer Private Lesson Package 5 Lessons for $300 Includes: Five one-hour private lessons (mix & match family members) Page 6
Junior Tennis Program Junior Team Practice The focus of this class is on tactical and technical development for singles and doubles for children participating in Junior matches Fridays: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Cost: $160 for the season Jr. Match Warm Up Saturdays Before Matches: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cost: $5 per class This is a great way for kids to get ready for the match later that afternoon. This will help player warm up all their strokes, ask questions and make sure they are more comfortable and confident going into the match. This warm up is especially beneficial to those who are newer to matches and but is still helpful to those that are more experienced. Saturday Kids Travel League Home: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Away: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Uniforms are not required, but can be ordered for those interested players. Page 7
Junior Tennis Program Pee-Wee Beginning Players 3-5 Mondays: 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 - p.m. Cost: $80 per class for the season Lessons will introduce basic skills and hand-eye coordination. The goal is to have the kids be able to rally. Future Stars Beginning players and low intermediate players ages 6-8 Mondays: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fridays: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Cost: $160 per class for the season Lessons at this level will emphasize improvement in rally skills, basic footwork patterns and serve and return. Overhand serve basics at this level. All-Stars Beginning players and low intermediate players ages 9-11 Mondays: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fridays: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Cost: $160 per class for the season Lessons at this level will emphasize improvement in rally skills, basic footwork patterns and serve and return. Overhand serve basics at this level. Page 8
Junior Tennis Program Fed Cup - Intermediate Ages 11 & Up This class is for intermediate players who have had lessons before or beginner middle school players. Tuesdays: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Thursdays: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 - p.m. Cost: $240 per class for the season Instruction at this level will emphasize improvement in fundamentals, consistency and movement. Players will be introduced to match play. (These players may be asked to join travel league.) Davis Cup - Advanced Ages 11 & Up This class is for middle school or older players that can play matches and compete at higher levels. Tuesdays: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Thursdays: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 - p.m. Cost: $240 per class for the season Players learn more single and doubles tactics. Page 9
Adult Lessons 8 week session and one make-up week: Beginning the week of May 27th Ending the week of July 15th Make-up week starting July 22nd The adult program has been designed to accommodate men and women of every ability level. I have changed some of the days and times of classes to allow members to take full advantage of all the classes they would like to participate in. I have kept all of your favorite drills and incorporated some new programming to cater to more of the membership. Page 10
Fox Valley League Ladies Drill and Play B Team Practice Wednesdays: Scheduled at Team s discretion Cost: $240 / season B Team Matches: Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. This combined lesson will consist of 1 hour of tactical and technical training followed by one half hour of supervised play. Don t miss out on the fun! Cardio Tennis Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Cost: $15 per class Start your day out with a great workout in Cardio Tennis. Get your heart rate in your cardio zone by doing footwork drills and hitting balls. Beginner Lesson Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Cost: $160 for the season Learn the fundamental tactics and techniques for singles and doubles play. Take a chance and learn this great sport! Men s Drill and Play Mondays 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: $240 per season We have switched this day on the Men s drill and play night to accommodate more men. This is sure to be a fun night for everyone involved. The evening will start with a warm up drill and then the tennis staff will place you in doubles and singles groups for doubles and singles play. Players will be moved around within the groups every 20 minutes to ensure the best match ups. Playing ability will also be taken into account so beginning players will not be matched up with advanced players. Page 11
Morning Mimosa Tennis Mixer June 3rd, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Come join the tennis staff for the 4th Annual morning weekend adult tennis mixer. You are welcome to come as a couple or by yourself. The tennis staff will put you into doubles teams for each of the different rounds to play some low pressure social tennis. Drinks and brunch appropriate foods will be served court side. You are welcome to go up to the clubhouse for lunch if you would like after the event. This new event will be a different spin on our usual evening adult mixers. Page 12
Ladies In House League This year I would like to try a new spin on our old round robins and try to give those of you that are interested in playing matches an opportunity to do so. I would like to appeal to as many people as possible. This league will be for players of all ability levels. If you are looking to play a higher level of competitive tennis you will be placed on a court with others that are looking for the same experience. If you are looking for a more social game we will accommodate that as well. Players looking for something in between will also have a court to play on. The more people we get out the more fun it will be for everyone. Instead of charging you each time you attend I would like to charge a low onetime fee of $100 at the beginning of the season. With the onetime fee you can come as often as you like and will hopefully encourage people to come on a more regular basis. If you sign up for the league you will also be able to attend the drill that is associated with the league. The drill will be held once a month and is part of the onetime fee. I will also be having it in the evening so those of you that work will be able to attend. We will also be offering some sort of beverage service down at the courts whether it a server or my staff running drink orders. I think this will add to the atmosphere. Below are details regarding the league. Wednesdays: 6:00-7:30 Beginning in Mid-May and ending the last week of August (We may be able to start earlier and finish later depending on weather and interest.) Onetime Fee: $100 Monthly free clinics to those that sign up for the league Drinks served courtside or on the viewing deck Page 13
2018 Adult Events Adult Margarita Mixers Day: Fridays & Saturdays Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cost: $30 Refreshments will be provided If you and your significant other have been looking for something fun to do together.this is it! Ladies Tennis Opener Date: Friday, May 25th Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $30 This event will start with an informational meeting for the first 15 minutes to familiarize ladies with the new Fox Valley Women s League. It will be followed by round robin play and snacks and refreshments on court. Ladies Member-Guest Day Date: Friday, June 29th Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tennis Refreshments and snacks will be served courtside. Cost: TBA This is always a favorite event for all the ladies. Page 14
2018 Kid s Events Junior Holiday Events Memorial Day: Monday, May 28th 4th of July: Wednesday, July 4th Labor Day: Monday, September 3rd Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $25.00 per child Come spend the holidays with the tennis staff! We will start the events with tennis games that will be sure to delight children of all ages. The mornings will finish with prizes and a treat unique to each event. No tennis experience is required. Junior Tennis and Pizza Date: Friday, June 15th Friday, July 27th Friday, August 24th Time: 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Cost: $25.00 per child Join the tennis staff for a fun filled evening of tennis, games, prizes and pizza. The evening will start with an hour and a half of tennis and will finish with pizza and prizes. Junior Tennis and a Movie Date: Friday, June 8th Thursday, July 12th Time: 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Movie: TBA Rated: PG Ages: 6 & Up Cost: $35 This is a favorite of all our juniors. We will play an hour of fun tennis drills and watch a movie on the pool deck. Drinks and popcorn will be provided! Bring blankets, your favorite candy, pillows, bug spray, and any other movie watching items. Page 15
TENNIS PROGRAM SUMMER SESSION 8 weeks long - Starting the week of May 28th Ending the week of July 16th Make up week July 23rd Mondays: Pee Wee age 3-5 3:00-3:30 Junior tennis age 6-8 3:30-4:30 Junior tennis age 9-11 4:30-5:30 Men s Drill & Play 6:30-8:00 Tuesdays: Pee Wee age 3-5 8:30-9:00 Junior Tennis age 9-11 9:00-10:00 Junior Tennis age 6-8 10:00-11:00 Junior Tennis age 11 and up (intermediate) 11:00-12:30 Junior Tennis age 11 and up (advanced) 12:30-2:00 Wednesdays: Pee Wee age 3-5 9:30-10:00 Junior Tennis age 6-8 10:00-11:00 Junior Tennis age 9-11 11:00-12:00 Thursdays: Fox Valley League 10:00-12:00 Junior Tennis age 11 and up (intermediate) 12:30-2:00 Junior Tennis age 11 and up (advanced) 2:00-3:30 Friday Pee Wee age 3-5 12:00-12:30 Junior Tennis age 6-8 12:30-1:30 Junior Tennis age 9-11 1:30-2:30 Junior Team Practice 3:00-4:00 Saturday Cardio 9:00-10:00 Beginners 10:00-11:00 Jr. Match Warm-Up 12:00-12:30 Junior Matches 1:00-3:00 Sundays will be set aside for additional class requests by the Membership, private lessons, and special events. Junior Classes are in Blue