What makes tennis for kids at the Mike Van Zutphen Tennis Academy so Great?
Our Essential Tennis Program for Juniors will have your kid on track for High School tennis and fun tournaments in no time. This tennis program is perfect for beginners and intermediate junior tennis players ages 9-13. We focus on technique and all around game development including:
Serving
Forehand & Backhand
Overheads
Volleys
Participants will develop consistency, and an understanding of court positioning. Students will learn basic strategy, and the importance of correctly evaluating an opponent. This is a High School and tournament preparatory program.
The Best Value for Kids Tennis in California
1 Day / Week
$150
Billed Monthly
5:00 – 7:00 PM
2 Days / Week
$240
Billed Monthly
5:00 – 7:00 PM
3 Days / Week
$290
Billed Monthly
5:00 – 7:00 PM
4 Days / Week
340
Billed Monthly
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Unlimited
380$19.00 / day *
Billed Monthly
5:00 – 7:00 PM
* Based on enrollment in monthly programs and average of a 30-day month and 20 weekdays.
Ideal for Kids Age 9-13
Kids Learn Advanced Techniques
Build Sportsmanship
Introduction to High School Tennis
Kids Learn Positive Attitude
Tournament Preparatory
Match Play (singles & doubles)
Friendly Supportive Environment
This program is designed for junior players ages 9 to 13. Grouped according to their skill level, participants will focus on correct technique and all-around game development. They will practice serving, forehand, backhand, volleys, approach vollelys and overheads, incorporated in point playing scenarios. They will develop consistency and an understanding of court positioning, as well as basic strategy and the importance of correctly evaluating an opponent. This is a high school and USTA tournament preparatory program.
Our Tennis Program will Help Kids
Enhancement of social and behavioral skills
Boosts self-confidence and self-assurance
Builds team leadership skills
Improves balance and hand-eye coordination
Focuses on fitness
Make new friends in a safe, friendly, supportive environment
After School Tennis Program Lessons & Academy
for Kids, Juniors and High School Students | Mon – Fri
We bring the joy and fun of tennis to kids and adults of all ages. Tennis is a life-long sport that encourages fitness,
friendship, respect and healthy competition. Learning to play tennis at an early age can prepare boys and girls for meaningful tennis experience through high school, college and into the future.
Safe Environment
Your child’s safety is our top priority. Students are supervised by our trained and experienced staff. All students are signed in, and out by authorized parents. Students receive a name badge and are assigned to a coach at the start of each program.
Fun Activity
Fun tennis, games and activities. We make learning tennis fun for everyone. Your kids will love their time in our After School tennis programs, camps and Junior Academy.
Expert Instruction
Expert tennis instruction by trained tennis professionals. Our instructors are experienced professionals that love what they do. Students are taught fundamentals and advanced skills to succeed and enjoy tennis.
Elite Player Tranining
Academy player training. We work with Elite Junior players, providing the training and structure to compete at the highest level.
Year-Round Tennis Programs
From Summer Tennis Camps, After-School Tennis Programs, Adult Tennis Clinics and Expert Tennis Lessons, we offer great tennis all year long.
Great Location
We’re located at the Billie Jean King Tennis center in Long Beach. Our players and students come from Seal Beach, Rossmoor, Los Alamitos, Westminster, Huntington Beach, Cypress, Garden Grove and Cerritos.
Learn More about Mike Van Zutphen
Hi, I’m Mike Van Zutphen! Since my first tennis lesson as a kid in Brazil, I’ve been in love with tennis. I’ve had the privilege of teaching tennis to hundreds of kids in Orange County. Competing as a tour professional was an exciting experience, but I’m most passionate about sharing the game of tennis with the next generation. All of my tennis camps, lessons, and Junior Academy is aimed at making tennis fun and exciting for young children, starting around 5 years old, to juniors up to 13, and aspiring players entering high school.
2015 National Finalist – Senior Doubles 35
2015 Best Tennis Academy – Best Business of Long Beach Award
2013 National Champion – Senior Doubles 35
2009 USPTA Pro of the Year – Los Angeles District
2007 Winner of the USTA Nationals Championships/5.0
2007 Arcadia Open Winner
2001, 2002 & 2004 Player of the Year MEAC Championship Regional Conf.
2002 Playing Record of 34-7
2001 Playing Record 19-2
1995 & 1996 National Champion – Singles 18s – Brazil
Centrally Located in Long Beach
1040 Park Ave, Long Beach, CA 90804
We’re Near Seal Beach | Signal Hill | Rossmoor | Huntington Beach | Fountain Valley | Westminster | Lakewood
