Tennis

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Firethorn provides an excellent instructional setting to improve your tennis game. Group classes are available for all ages along with one-on-one lessons.

Tennis Instructor

Name

Matt Lickliter

Phone (402) 314-6352

Email [email protected]

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Tennis Information

All tennis classes are reserved for members of the club only. Court reservations can only be made by members of the club and guests must be with a member to play on the courts. Nonmembers can schedule private lessons with any of our tennis pros.

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Spring Tennis

Spring Tennis Schedule 2024

Orange ball: Ages 6-10
Tuesdays 5:00 pm-6:00 pm and Sundays 1:00 pm -2:00 pm.

This is an orange ball class designed to teach the fundamentals of all basic strokes. Forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves. We will also begin to work on live ball hitting and play. This will be an enjoyable time to learn how to play actual live tennis.

This is a non-pro-rated class. Minimum of 8 with a maximum of 14 persons total in the class.

April 14,21,28,30 May 5,7,12,19

8 Classes total $160.00.

Email Matt Lickliter directly to sign up.

Jr Academy: Ages 11-14
Tuesdays 6:00 pm-7:00 pm and Sundays 2:00 pm-3:00 pm.

This is a green ball tennis class. This is a competitive class designed to teach all the fundamentals of tennis. We will incorporate live play, match play, and some games as well. This is a class designed to prepare for playing on a high school team in the future.

This is a non-pro-rated class. Minimum of 5 with a maximum of 12 persons total in the class.

April 14,21,28,30 May 5,7,12,19

8 Classes total $160.00.

Email Matt Lickliter directly to sign up.

Summer Tennis

Summer Tennis Schedule 2024

Session 1: May 28 - June 20 (4 weeks)

Session 2: June 25 - July 18 (4 weeks)

Session 3: July 23 -August 8

Beginner Tennis (Ages 8-10)

This is an orange ball class, where all fundamental basic strokes and some live ball hitting will be taught in a fun, upbeat, and welcoming environment.

Time: 9:00 am-10:00 am
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Rates: 1 day per week $80 (4 classes)
2 days per week $159 (8 classes)
3 days per week $228 (12 classes)

Tyke Tennis (Ages 4-5)

This is a red ball class focusing on a really fun and laid-back introduction to the basics. The main goal of this class is to have a great time while learning how to hit the ball for the first time.

Time: 10:00-10:30
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Rates: 1 day per week $40 (4 classes)
2 days per week $79 (8 classes)
3 days per week $118 (12 classes)

Tiny Tennis (Ages 6-7)

This is a red ball class meant to teach the basic strokes and play some fun games. This is a great class to come and have fun while continuing to build the fundamentals of tennis.

Time: 10:00am -11:00 am
Days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
Rates: 1 day per week $80 (4 classes)
2 days per week $159 (8 classes)
3 days per week $228 (12 classes)

Middle School Academy Tennis (Ages 11-13)

This is a green ball tennis class. This is a competitive class designed to teach all the fundamentals of tennis. We will incorporate live play, match play and some games as well. This is a class designed to prepare for playing on a high school team in the future.

Time: 11:00am -12:15 pm
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Rates: 1 day per week $100 (4 classes)
2 days per week $200 (8 classes)
3 days per week $300 (12 classes)

Elite High School Academy (Ages 14- up)

This is a highly competitive, high-level class specifically designed to help kids play tennis on their Varsity High School Team. Working on all aspects of tennis is the focus of this class in a live competitive format. We will have an emphasis on strategy, as well as singles and doubles fundamentals.

Time: 12:15 pm -1:30 pm
Days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Rates: 1 day per week $100 (4 Classes)
2 days per week $200 (8 classes)
3 days per week $300 (12 classes)

Fall Tennis

Spring 2024 Schedule

Orange Ball: ages 7-10 Tuesdays 4:00 pm-5:00 pm and Sundays 1:00 pm -2:00 pm.

This is an orange ball class designed to teach the fundamentals of all basic strokes. Forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves. We will also begin to work on live ball hitting and play. This will be an enjoyable time to learn how to play actual live tennis.

This is a non-pro-rated class. Minimum of 8 with a maximum of 14 persons total in the class.

September 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29

8 Classes total $160.00.

Email Matt Lickliter directly to sign up.

Jr Academy: Ages 11-14 Tuesdays 5:00 pm-6:00 pm and Sundays 2:00 pm-3:00 pm.

This is a non-pro-rated class. Minimum of 8 with a maximum of 14 persons total in the class.

September 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29

8 Classes total $160.00.

Email Matt Lickliter directly to sign up.

Adult Tennis

2024 Adult Couples Tennis

This a fun social tennis class for all skill levels. 30 mins of doubles instruction followed by 45 minutes of live match play or fun group games. This is a great way to have fun with your spouse and makes a great date night. Perfect way to get out and have dinner and drinks after you play.

Time: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm

Days: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 6^th - July 18^th (4^th of July off)

Rates: $100 per couple (6 Classes)

Winter Tennis

Winter Tennis @ Nebraska Wesleyan

Junior Academy

Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Cost: $240
Ages: 11-13

Class Description:
This green ball tennis class is designed for players to learn all the fundamentals of tennis in a competitive environment. The program will include live play, match play, and fun games. The focus is on preparing players for high school team tennis in the future.

Class Requirements:

Non-pro-rated class
Minimum of 8 players, maximum of 14 players

Session Dates:

December 8, 15
January 5, 12, 19, 26
February 16, 23

(Classes held on Sundays)

Deadline to Sign Up: November 30, 2024

To Register:
Email Matt Lickliter at [email protected]

Location:
Enter through the SW doors of the Knight Fieldhouse (54th and Huntington Ave)
Arrive 5-10 minutes early each Sunday