Youth Beginner Program
Program Overview:
Our Beginner Program introduces children to the lifelong game of tennis in a fun, positive environment. We focus on teaching stroke fundamentals, building consistency, and introducing rallying skills and game rules—all while nurturing a love for the game.
Training areas include:
- Stroke technique and consistency
- Ball placement and rallying skills
- Fun, collaborative drills and games
- Game structure and rules of play
We emphasize positive youth development, helping children to enjoy the game and process of learning whilst gaining life skills through sport.
Coaching Team:
What sets Tenicity apart is the leadership of Harsh Mankad—former ATP professional and NCAA Champion, who along with our team of dedicated coaches, deliver quality instruction for each player’s improvement.
Program Skill Levels:
- Beginner Stage 1: New players with little or no experience
- Stage 2-3: Players with prior training, grouped by ability
Tenicity Spring Beginner Programs
| Program Name | Location | Dates | Days | Program Times | Age Groups | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Group Lessons in Blaine | Jim Peterson Athletic Complex tennis courts in Blaine | 4/20 - 5/20 | M/W | 5-6pm and 6-7pm | 5-8 and 9-15 | Blaine Parks Catalog & Registration webpage Centennial Community Ed. Registration webpage |
| Centennial Middle School Group Lessons | Centennial Middle School | 4/20 - 5/20 | M/W | 3.05-4.30pm | MS grades | Centennial MS Registration webpage |
| Beginner Group Lessons in New Brighton | Hidden Oaks Park in NB | 4/21 - 5/21 | T/Th | 5-6pm and 6-7pm | 5-8 and 9-15 | New Brighton Parks Registration webpage |
| Beginner Group Lessons in Edina | Weber Park in Edina | 4/19 - 5/17 | Sun | 5-6pm and 6-7pm | 5-8 and 9-15 | Edina Parks Registration webpage |
| Beginner Group Lessons in Bloomington | Bryant Park in Bloomington | 4/19 - 5/17 | Sun | 2-3pm and 3-4pm | 5-8 and 9-15 | Bloomington Parks Registration webpage |
| Try Tennis Clinic | Centennial Middle School | 5/2 | Sat | 4-7pm | 5-8, 9-12, and 13-16 | CCE Registration webpage |
Tenicity Summer Beginner Programs
| Program Name | Location | Dates | Days | Program Times | Age Groups | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Group Lessons in Blaine | Jim Peterson Athletic Complex tennis courts in Blaine | Session 1: 6/8 - 7/15 Session 2: 7/20 - 8/26 | M/W | 5-6pm, 6-7pm, 7-8pm | 5-8, 9-12, 13-16 | Blaine Parks Catalog & Registration webpage Centennial Community Education Registration website |
| Beginner Group Lessons at Centennial Middle School | Centennial Middle School | Session 1: 6/7 - 7/19 Session 2: 7/26 - 8/30 | Sun | 5-6pm, 6-7pm, 7-8pm | 5-8, 9-12, 13-16 | Blaine Parks Catalog & Registration webpage Centennial Community Education Registration website |
| Beginner Group Lessons in New Brighton | Hidden Oaks Park in NB | Session 1: 6/9 - 7/16 Session 2: 7/21 - 8/27 | T/Th | 5-6pm, 6-7pm, 7-8pm | 5-8, 9-12, 13-16 | New Brighton Parks Registration webpage |
| Beginner Group Lessons in Edina | Weber Park in Edina | Session 1: 6/6 - 7/18 Session 2: 7/25 - 8/29 | Sat | 12-1pm and 1-2pm | 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 | Edina Parks Registration webpage |
| Beginner Group Lessons in Bloomington | Valley View Park in Bloomington | Session 1: 6/6 - 7/18 Session 2: 7/25 - 8/29 | Sat | 9-10am and 10-11am | 5-8, 9-12 and 13-15 | Bloomington Parks Registration webpage |
| Beginner Camps in New Hope | Civic Center Park in New Hope | Camp 1: June 22-25 Camp 2: Aug 3-6 | M-Th | 9am-12pm | 8-12 and 13-16 | Register via New Hope, Crystal or Robbinsdale Parks & Rec. |
Parent Testimonial
"Our son told us that your classes are the best."
- Parent of Beginner Program Player
"Thank you so much for doing the tennis classes ⎻ so well done! Our son is loving tennis!"
Parent of Beginner Program Player