2012 GROUP JUNIOR LESSONS

Frequently Asked Questions: Group Lessons

Overview & Basics
There are up to six kids in each class, with pro Froi Silva and an assistant instructor. Classes are divided by age. These classes are for future recreational players and are not meant to create advanced players. Emphasis is on fun and the basics of hitting a tennis ball over the net. The classes are for children and grandchildren of RCTA members. It is certainly fine if you join the RCTA solely to enroll your children in these groups, but please do remember that you are joining a non-profit, volunteer community association dedicated to maintaining the public courts and surrounding landscape in Riverside Park.

Tennis shoes are recommended, but not essential. Courts are red clay and clothes will get dirty. Hats are recommended on sunny days. There is a water fountain at the courts, but kids may want to bring their water, especially on hot days. Racquets are provided for all age groups.

Classes are held one hour each week for the length of the session. Rained out dates will be added the week(s) following the scheduled end of the session. Call the RCTA hotline for weather-related cancellations: 212-978-0277. Make-up classes can be had on a standby basis (first-come/first-serve) at other equivalent age level classes in the same seasonal session.

Cancellation and Refund Policies
RCTA cannot guarantee a refund for any lessons. However, if you cancel at least 2 weeks prior to the first class, we will do our very best to sell your spot to someone else and have that person pay you for the spot.

When Can I Sign Up?
The 2012 lesson roster and online signups are available now.