Lawrence Area Tennis Summer Camps at The University of Kansas
The University of Kansas, 1033 Sunnyside Ave, Lawrence, KS 66045
CAMP DATES
Session 1: July 27-30, 2025
Directed by TBA
AGE GROUP
adidas Tennis Camp is open to kids & teens ages 5 to 18 of all ability levels.
CAMP FEES
Full Day:$799
Morning Half Day: $429 (9am-12:00pm)
Afternoon Half Day: $429 (1:00pm-4:00pm)
* Team Discounts Available: Click Here For More Info
OVERVIEW
The Tennis Courts, located east of Robinson and north of Watkins, feature four courts on the beautiful University of Kansas campus. We’re excited to host the adidas Tennis Camps at University of Kansas. Join us and improve 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
Full Day Campers: Check in at 8:45AM Monday (9AM every other day). Campers should be picked up at 4PM each day. (Bring a bagged lunch)
Half Day Campers (*option for 5-8 year olds): Check in at 8:45AM Monday (9AM every other day). Campers should be picked up at 12PM each day.
*Lunch is not included.
Make sure campers bring all necessary tennis equipment, a refillable water bottle, bagged lunch & snack. (See Below)
Tennis Typical Daily Schedule*
9:00am – All campers arrive. Stretching and warm-up
9:15am – On-court training
11:15am – Match play
12:00pm – Half Day Campers Depart & Lunch for Full Day Campers
1:30pm – Match situation drills
3:00pm – Instruction
4:00pm – Full Day campers depart
*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 court 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
- Snack
- Sunscreen
- Bathing Suit (not all locations have access to a pool)
- Hat
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CAMP REVIEWS
“I really enjoyed my time at tennis camp this summer. After attending camp I have a lot more confidence going into high school and playing tennis. The coaches taught me so much and my serve as well as my back hand has improved greatly. I look forward to attending another adidas Tennis Camp next summer!”
–Troy D.
“The coaches did a great job in making sure the kids were having fun throughout the whole day. They did different drills each day and worked on a different stroke every day of camp.”
-Winona W.
“Our daughter’s tennis skills soared at this camp! She loved the competitive games, the supportive atmosphere, and the top-notch coaching. Thank you, adidas Tennis Camps, for an unforgettable experience!”
-Frita E.
