A Plus Tennis Junior Training Program
Low Compression Classes (12 & Under)
Burke Racquet and Swim Club 2025-2026
Class enrollments are first-come, first-serve
Download PDFA Plus Tennis Junior Program offers comprehensive tennis instruction for every age group from a player's first strokes to collegiate level. Our program is focused on three specific areas; skills acquisition, practice / development and competitive application. Players graduate to a higher level based on their progress, ability and commitment.
Classes will be held indoors at Burke Racquet & Swim Club (BRSC). In the event of questionable weather conditions, please check our website at www.aplustennisva.net one hour prior to the start of class or call 703-250-1299.
Class Schedule
*Holidays / Breaks: No classes | Nov. 25 – Nov. 30 | Dec. 22 – Jan. 4 | Feb. 9 - Feb. 20 | Mar. 30 – Apr. 5 | May 22 - May 25
ORANGE & GREEN BALL PRICING (1.5 HOURS)
35 weeks = Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
36 weeks = Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
RED BALL PRICING
Junior Program Policies
The A Plus Tennis Junior Program runs for 35-36 weeks, from September 2nd to June 15th. The first installment, one-third of the total bill, is due upon application. The remaining balance will be charged in two equal installments to your student's A Plus Tennis club account on December 1st and March 1st. A $200 withdrawal fee will be assessed unless the vacated spot can be filled. We offer open enrollment for new students with tuition prorated from their enrollment date, subject to space availability. High school players intending to play for their school team must email notification to aplus@aplustennisva.net beginning in February 2026; their tuition can be prorated based on the notification date from February.
Makeups: We strive to accommodate makeup requests for missed tennis classes, however, please note that makeups are not guaranteed, and refunds for missed classes are not provided. If you are requesting a makeup, you must email A Plus Sports at aplus@aplustennisva.net with the date that your child will be absent from clinic. From there, we will look for a makeup opportunity in the level that your child is enrolled. Makeups must receive approval prior to attendance. Makeups can only be used for junior programming clinics during the session in which your player is actively enrolled. Please note that students are supervised only while on court during class and are not supervised off court, before or after the class. If you have questions, please contact us at 703-250-1299 or aplus@aplustennisva.net.
Class Descriptions
EARLY DEVELOPMENT CLASSES
FUNdamental Red
Using the United States Tennis Association approved protocol, this class is designed for the 8 years and under age group, utilizing a 36' court and low compression balls. The goal of the class is to introduce and develop tennis related athletic skills and proper tennis groundstrokes with an emphasis on having fun.
Rally Red
In this class, students will also learn to start and maintain rallies with groundstrokes. Emphasis on technique, motor development, stroke production and movement between shots. Students will learn our Moving, Adjusting, Positioning (MAP) system in order to prepare to play tennis at a higher level.
FUNdamental Orange
Typically for the new 10 and under tennis player. Using a 60 "court, students to learn the foundation of basic stroke development. The class emphasizes and breaks down all commonly-used strokes. Instructors will regularly review grips, footwork and strokes. Students will learn tennis related athletic skills and proper tennis groundstrokes with an emphasis on having fun.
FUNdamental Green
Designed to accommodate less experienced 12 and under age group. Similar to the other FUNdamental classes, students will learn tennis related athletic skills and proper tennis groundstrokes with an emphasis on having fun on a full size tennis court. There is a high emphasis on using our Moving, Adjusting, Positioning (MAP) system in order to properly develop athletic rallying skills on a full size court.
COMPETITIVE DEVELOPMENT CLASSESS
"Competition" is the emphasis for this level. This level stresses offensive and defensive situational drills during a match. Instructors will work with students on development of technical, mental and strategic skills used in match play. It is recommended that students participate in match play classes at their level.
Competitive Orange
Typically for 10 & Under players that has exhibited the ability to rally. Due to the matchplay focus, serve reliability and court coverage are greatly emphasized.
Competitive Orange Plus
Typically for 12 & under players that are able to rally and serve consistently. The emphasis is point production in both singles
Competitive Green
Typically for 12 & under players that are able to rally and serve consistently. The emphasis is point production in both singles and doubles.
Competitive Green Plus
Students under 12 that are regularly competing in USTA tournament play.