Home to Manhattan's only tennis facilities, Body First offers you the chance to measure your level of play and then improve with a variety of programs for the whole family. We offer the finest in tennis programs and instruction for all levels. Body First offers a variety of programs for youth to participate in, including:

• Private and Semi-Private Tennis Lessons
• Group Tennis Lessons
• High Performance Tournament Training
• League Play
• Junior Match Play
• Junior Tennis Socials
• and more...

Want to sign up for a Junior Tennis Program

please stop by and visit us to learn more or give us a call at 785.776.6060

Junior Tennis Groups

LIL’ STARS: (Ages 6-8)

USTA Quickstart format. Racquet control and basic tennis skills are introduced. Eye hand coordination are encouraged through games.

ROOKIES: (Ages 7-10)

USTA Quickstart format. Players will rally with other players or an instructor, and basic tennis concepts and skills are reinforced. Player can occasionally hit to the baseline

FUTURES: (Ages 8-12)

Intermediate Player Players will practice the skills, techniques and strategies needed for full court play and learn to play matches. Players should be the strong enough to hit from baseline to baseline. Proper form of the strokes and serves will be emphasized.

CHALLENGERS: (Ages 11-18)

Advanced Intermediate Player This group is designed for those junior who wish to participate in school tennis, play tournaments, and enhance their athletic performance and ability.

ELITE: Pro Approval

Advanced PlayerFor the junior player looking for high performance training and conditioning. Players should make the commitment to be work hard to benefit fully. Competitive experience recommended.

ELITE INVITE: By invitation only.

A limited number of Elite players will have the opportunity for additional training. Players should be capable of competing at high level of play.

About group placement

Group placement is determined by numerous factors including ability, maturity, and experience. A skill assessment is possible to determine what the player needs (skills, consistency, etc) to advance to a higher group. Advancing a player before they are ready can slow a player’s progress.
If you are unsure of group placement please contact Tennis Director Ryan Marick.