Tacoma Area Tennis Summer Camps at University of Puget Sound
University of Puget Sound, 1500 N Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98416
CAMP DATES
SESSION 1: August 4-7, 2025
Directed by TBA
AGE GROUP
adidas Tennis Camp is open to kids & teens ages 5 to 18 of all ability levels.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $899
Extended Day: $749 (9am-8:30pm)
* Team Discounts Available: Click Here For More Info
OVERVIEW
The Tennis Pavilion adjoining the Puget Sound Memorial Fieldhouse is one of the elite court surfaces in the Northwest Conference and features six recently renovated indoor tennis courts, three racquetball courts and an indoor climbing wall. The Tennis Pavilion is home to the Logger Men’s and Women’s Tennis Teams. We’re excited to host the adidas Tennis Camps at University of Puget Sound. Join us and have fun while improving your tennis skills this summer!
Camp is open to all ages and ability levels. Each camper will be assessed and grouped with campers of similar age and ability levels. Adjustments to the groups may be made throughout the week to provide campers with opportunities to train with and compete against different players. Drills, games, and scrimmages are designed to help each camper learn, improve, and have fun!
Camp Director
TBA
What to Expect
At adidas Tennis Camps you’ll receive individualized tennis training through a superior curriculum regardless your age or ability level. We want young tennis players to improve in every aspect of their game; our camps put a focus on individual skill development while incorporating drills and matches to emphasize teamwork & fun!
Features of our tennis staff include: Low camper-to-coach ratios; Groups based off of age & ability level; Fun, energetic, & experienced staff.
Supervision: The staff supervises campers for the entire duration of the camp. For overnight tennis camps, the staff will reside in the dormitories with the campers, providing supervision. Campers are expected to show respect towards other campers and the host facility. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco products are strictly forbidden, and will result in immediate dismissal from camp without refund.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS
Each camper will:
- Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
- Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
- Compete amongst their peers in singles & doubles matches
- Be given the opportunity to work with college &/or high school coaches & college players all week long
- adidas Tennis Camp T-Shirt
- Great sportsmanship & camaraderie
- Exciting evening & off court activities
- Meet new friends
- Gain a passion for “the sport of a lifetime!”
…and most importantly: HAVE FUN!
TENNIS CAMP CURRICULM
Individual Skill Training
- Forehand and backhand – Hands-on instruction daily on how to improve on the two make strokes in tennis
Technical Skills Training
- Lobs and Top Spin – Practice and develop additional strokes you can use in matches
- Drop-Shots – Work on the proper way to hit a drop shot to add to your game!
- Serves – How to serve with confidence as well as work on all types of serves
- Grip – Proper technique to optimize your game
Tactical Skill Training
- Court Movements – Strategies and Practice of where to be on the court and when
- Decision-making skills to solve problems at the correct time
Game-Based Learning
- Rules & Scoring – Instructional Teaching
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
Overnight Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Monday. Campers should be picked up at 4PM Thursday.
Extended Day Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Monday (9AM every other day). Campers should be picked up at 8:30PM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm. (Lunch and dinner are included)
Make sure campers bring all necessary tennis equipment (tennis racket, shoes, etc.), refillable water bottle, and sunscreen.
Tennis Typical Daily Schedule*
7:45AM-8:45AM – Breakfast
9:00AM – Extended Day and Day Camper Drop-off
9:00AM-9:15AM – Warmup and Dynamic Stretching
9:15AM-10:45AM – Technical Skills Development and Training
10:45AM-11:45AM – Mini Games and Match Play
11:45AM-12:00PM – Camp Competition
12:15PM-1:30PM – Lunch (Included)
1:45PM-2:00PM – Warmup
2:00PM-3:00PM – Technical and Tactical Skills Development and Training
3:00PM-3:30PM – Games and Match Play
3:30PM-4:00PM – Team Competitions
4:00PM – Day Camper Pickup
4:15PM-4:45PM – Extra Tennis or Team Building Activity
5:00PM-6:15PM – Dinner
6:30PM-8:30PM – Evening Activity (varies by camp)
8:30PM – Extended Day Camper Pickup
8:30PM-10:00PM – Shower and Rest
10:00PM – Lights Out
*Evening Activities at previous camps include night tennis, icebreakers, bowling, field games, talent show, movie/game night, campus tours, and team-building activities
**Schedule may vary location by location and is up to the discretion of the director & staff on site.
What to Bring to Camp
Below is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. We suggest that campers do not bring expensive personal items such as cell phones or laptops. Campers are allowed to bring cell phones to camp to contact their guardians, but they are not allowed on the field during training sessions. Please label every article you bring to camp. All personal items are the responsibility of each camper. adidas Tennis Camps and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten items.
- Health Form
- Tennis racquet(s), tennis shoes
- Water jug/bottle
- Athletic Socks
- T-Shirts
- Shorts
- Sunscreen
- Bathing Suit (not all locations have access to a pool)
- Spending Money – we recommend bringing no more than $50
- Hat
- Sweatshirt (overnight)
- Off-Field Clothes (overnight)
- Pajamas (overnight)
- Twin XL Bedding Linens (overnight)
- Blanket/Sleeping Bag (overnight)
- Pillow (overnight)
- Shower Towel (overnight)
- Toiletries (overnight)
- Alarm Clock (overnight)
- Fan (overnight only, depending on location)
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CAMP REVIEWS
“I had an amazing time at the adidas tennis camp this summer! The coaches were supportive, and the overnight stay in the dorms was so much fun. Cant wait to do it again!” –Ava L.
“My son had a fantastic time at the adidas tennis camp! The mix of drills, games, and scrimmage sessions kept him engaged and challenged throughout. The extra non-sports activities were also a really fun addition. We’ll definitely be returning next summer” –Frank R.
“This camp was fantastic! My son had a great time, and the overnight stay in the dorms was a highlight for him.” –Aaron R.
