Summer Tennis Camp - Newark Academy Summer Tennis Camp Top-notch tennis instruction for students age 5-13. Join us for an exciting and enriching summer on the courts at Newark Academy! Our camp runs Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and is designed for players ages 5–13 of all skill levels. Each week is carefully structured to help players grow, compete, and have fun. Mondays are dedicated to learning and development, where campers build strong technical fundamentals. Older players also dive into tactical concepts to elevate their match play. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, we bring those skills to life through engaging, game-based drills and match scenarios that reinforce what they’ve learned. Thursdays are all about competition and team spirit with our signature Newark Academy Cup Day . Campers are placed on teams of four and compete throughout the day for a chance to take home the coveted “NA Cup.” We wrap up each week by celebrating our players, awarding honors such as Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Most Improved Player (MIP) Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or looking to sharpen their competitive edge, our camp offers the perfect blend of instruction, match play, and fun. Tuition is $375 for each week, which includes daily lunch. When is camp offered? How are students grouped? What will your child gain? How is the tennis camp staffed? Do you offer before care and/or after care? Our Summer Tennis Camp runs Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM , with Fridays reserved as makeup days in the event of inclement weather. The camp runs from July 13th through July 31st , offering families the flexibility to enroll for a single week or any combination of the three weeks that fits your schedule. Our tennis camp follows the USTA’s ROGY (Red, Orange, Green, Yellow) development system, which uses specialized, low-compression balls and scaled-down courts to teach tennis based on age and ability . There is a 5:1 ratio between students and each instructor. Our students are grouped as follows: Ages 5–6: 36' court • Red balls Ages 7–8: 60' court • Orange balls Ages 9–10: 78' court • Green balls Ages 10/11+: 78' court • Yellow balls We always try to keep children with their friends when possible, provided they are close in age and ability. Beginners Confidence to play with friends and family Understanding tennis as a reactive, multidirectional, explosive sport Strong footwork fundamentals and hand–eye–foot coordination Intermediate & Advanced Players Development of sound technical habits that support tactical growth Learning to play to strengths and create opportunities rather than waiting for them Our camp is led by a dedicated and energetic team of local high school and college tennis players who bring both high-level playing experience and a passion for teaching. Each staff member is CPR and First Aid certified and has extensive experience working with children, ensuring a safe, supportive, and positive environment for every camper. Their enthusiasm, mentorship, and love for the game help create an atmosphere where players feel confident, motivated, and excited to improve each day. We also offer before care and after care for our tennis campers. Before Care is from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM. Tuition is $100 per week for each camper. After Care is from 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM. Tuition is $150 per week for each camper. Check-in Dynamic and static stretching Agility and movement drills On-court rotations Groundstrokes, volleys, serve and return (technique-focused) Off-court rotations include fitness, conditioning, soccer and basketball Live-ball drills and match play Singles and doubles tactics emphasized for older players Age-appropriate games for younger players Register Now Explore academic courses Did you know we also offer academic and enrichment courses? Coach Tom Battaglia has served as Director of Tennis at Maplewood Little Club since 2008, building a vibrant program for players of all ages and abilities. Each season, he leads the popular MLC clinics and summer camp while coordinating private lessons, tournaments, and member events. Coach Tom is a USTA Eastern Zonal Coach (14 & Under) and National Championship Coach (12 & Under) . He also serves as a USTA Early Development Coach for 10 & Under Tennis, working with players from Long Island, New York, and New Jersey. He holds Elite Certification from the United States Professional Tennis Association (RSPA) and was named USPTA New Jersey District Regional President (Middle States Division) in January 2020. He currently serves as Director of Tennis at Newark Academy, coaching both the boys’ and girls’ teams. The boys’ program is among the nation’s elite and is currently ranked #18 in the world for high school boys' tennis. Prior to Newark Academy, Tom was the Head Coach at Rider University (NCAA Division I) for both the men’s and women’s teams. He became the first coach in Rider men’s tennis history to win MAAC Coach of the Year (2023) and the first to guide the men’s program to the MAAC Championship playoffs in the conference’s 20-year era. Tom is also co-owner of Crestmont Indoor Tennis, where he oversees a staff of nine professionals, teaches youth players and manages all operations of the four-court facility. He organizes numerous charitable events supporting the Special Olympics. Previously, Tom worked at Fairfield Racquet Club (2003–2014), where he developed and expanded all aspects of the tennis program. Tom resides in New Providence, New Jersey, with his three sons: Jeffrey, Tyler and Aaron. Please email tbattaglia@newarka.edu if you have any further questions.