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Fall 2021 Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons

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Michigan Tech Tennis Registration now open for Fall Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons

Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons are now being offered for ages 17 and up who are looking to improve their tennis games with a beginner class for those with little to no experience and an intermediate class for those more advanced! Each class will include technique and games to learn and develop skills that will improve players’ workouts and match play. Class size is limited. Drop-ins welcome subject to class capacity. Lesson participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment, but Gates can provide equipment to those who don’t have their own.

Session 1: August 30 – September 30, 2021
Registration closes August 29, 11:59pm. No class September 6.

Session 2: October 4 – November 4
Registration closes October 3, 11:59pm.

Session 3: November 8 – December 16
Registration closes November 7, 11:59pm. No class November 22, 23, 25.

Class options:
Instructor approval only – Mondays, 6-7:30pm
Intermediate – Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm
Beginner/Learn to Play – Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pm

Cost
Monday only, 4-week session: $90
Tuesday only, 5-week session: $75
Thursday only, 5-week session: $75
Drop-in rate Tuesday & Thursday: $20/class
Drop-in rate Monday: $30/class
Drop-in rates are only available if the class has not reached capacity. Give the instructor 24 hours’ notice before the class time if you want to drop in.

Private lessons are also available.

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Youth Huskies Group Tennis Lessons Session 2 Registration Open

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Youth Huskies Group Tennis Lessons

Youth Huskies Group Tennis Lessons are being offered for ages 5-17 at Gates Tennis Center! Class times are based on age and skill level. Two spring sessions remain, with 2 class options/level each session. Sign up for both classes and double your fun! Class size is limited and based on social distancing. Masks are required at all times.

Lesson participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment, but Gates can provide equipment to those who don’t have their own.

Saturday clinic times are subject to change to Sunday based on Michigan Tech Varsity Team match schedule.

Red Ball (ages 5–6) uses a modified court, balls, and racquets to make it more fun for this group to learn hand-eye coordination and start swinging! Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm, Saturday 8-9am.

Orange Ball (ages 7-8) uses modified balls and racquets to make it more fun for this group to continue to develop their fundamentals and technique! Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm, Saturday 9-10am.

Green Dot Ball (ages 9-10) uses modified balls that the USTA tournaments use to integrate technique into game play! Thursday 4:30-5:30pm, Saturday 10-11am.

Yellow Ball (ages 11+) uses regular tennis equipment as we work through technique and match play! Thursday 5:30-7pm, Saturday 11am-12:30pm.

Remaining Spring 2021 Session Dates

  • Session 2: February 23 – April 3, 2021 (registration closes February 20, 11:59pm)
  • Session 3: April 6 – May 15, 2021 (registration closes April 3, 11:59pm)

Cost

Sessions 2 & 3, Red, Orange or Green Dot, 1 day/week, 6-week session: $75
Red, Orange or Green Dot Drop-in Rate: $15/class (only available if the class has not reached capacity, 24 hour notice required)

Sessions 2 & 3, Yellow, 1 day/week, 6-week session: $108
Yellow Drop-in Rate: $20/class (only available if the class has not reached capacity, 24 hour notice required)

Private lessons are also available.

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Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons Session 2 Registration Open

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Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons are being offered for ages 17 and up who are looking to learn more about the game of tennis! Each class will include technique and games to learn and develop skills that will improve players’ workouts and match play. Class size is limited and based on social distancing. Masks required at all times.

Lesson participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment, but Gates can provide equipment to those who don’t have their own.

Remaining Spring 2021 Session Dates:

  • Session 2: February 22 – March 31, 2021 (registration closes February 20, 11:59pm)
  • Session 3: April 5 – May 12, 2021 (registration closes April 3, 11:59pm)

Cost 

Sessions 2 & 3, 6-week session, 1 day/week: $75

You are more than welcome to sign up for both class times and double the fun!

Drop-in rate: $15/class (Available if the class has not reached capacity, 24 hour notice required.)

Private lessons are also available.

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    Gates Tennis Center Opens to Current Students & Members on Aug 31

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    The Michigan Tech Gates Tennis Center will open to current students and Gates members on Monday, August 31. The facility is implementing an enhanced cleaning schedule based on guidelines from the CDC and recreation facility standards.

    To ensure the health and safety of users the facility is moving to a block schedule. The new schedule will run for the entirety of the fall semester (Aug. 31–Dec. 20). Users can make reservations online or by calling the front desk at 906-487-2774. To request access to the online reservation system for booking court times on your own, please email gates@mtu.edu.

    Gates Tennis Center Health and Safety Measures

    After much research on the best practices for reopening tennis facilities, the below are some, but not limited to, health and safety measures and guidelines that are taking place at the Gates Tennis Center:

    • All members and rentals must fill out the COVID-19 Visitor Symptom Tracking Form before arriving.
    • All faculty/staff/students must fill out the COVID-19 Daily Symptom Tracking Form before arriving.
    • Block scheduling includes closing for 30 minutes in between sessions to clean and sanitize all areas and frequent touchpoints.
    • All front desk attendants will be wearing a mask.
    • A mask is required when entering the building until you reach the tennis courts.
    • The flow of traffic will be marked off. You will always enter and exit through the right side.
    • The lobby area lounge will remain closed and furniture will be used as a barrier between both sides.
    • The bleachers will be marked off with spots six feet apart so you can place your belongings there or sit.
    • There will be extra wipes and hand sanitizer out if you feel more comfortable taking the extra precautions.
    • Wash your hands before and after activity.
    • Please refrain from touching your face during activity.
    • If you need to move the curtains on the court to retrieve a ball that has rolled under, please use your racket to avoid touching the curtains.
    • The court curtains will be cleaned each month.
    • Restrooms and Locker Rooms will go through daily cleaning.
    • We ask that you do not spend any unnecessary time at the tennis facility. If you are done with your match or hitting session, please exit in a timely manner.
    • The ball machine can be used if you are a member as it is included in your membership. It is currently not available for outside rental.
    • Tennis racquets will not be rented at this time, but pickleball equipment will be, as it can be sanitized.

    Please email gates@mtu.edu or call 906-487-2774 with any questions.

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