Where Young Players Grow Their Game
From a child’s first swing to tournament play, Junior Tennis at The J offers a clear path to grow. Players learn through age-appropriate instruction, modified equipment, and fun, encouraging coaching, moving from Red Ball to Orange Ball, Green Ball, and Tournament as their skills and confidence develop.
Junior Programs This Season
Our Junior Tennis program builds confidence, sportsmanship, and strong fundamentals in a positive, encouraging environment. Players develop skills through age-appropriate instruction while discovering a lifelong love of the game.
Program Levels
Red Ball
Ages 5 to 7Designed for our youngest players, Red Ball introduces tennis through fun games and age-appropriate activities that develop coordination, movement, and basic racquet skills while building confidence and a love for the sport.
Orange Ball
Ages 7 to 10Orange Ball helps developing players improve consistency, court movement, and rally skills using modified equipment that encourages success while preparing them for full-court play.
Green Ball
Ages 10 to 13Green Ball focuses on advancing technique, shot selection, and match play on a full-size court, helping players build the consistency and confidence to transition into competitive tennis.
Tournament
Ages 13+Our Tournament program provides advanced training for dedicated players preparing for tournament competition, with structured coaching focused on refining technique, match strategy, and high-level play.
Not sure where your child fits? Email Cameron Vose, Youth Tennis Program Manager, at cvose@jccdallas.org.
Fall 2026 Schedule
Classes run in sessions from August 23 through December 17, with a maximum of 8 players per class. Families can register for one class day per week, or choose Unlimited to attend any of their level’s classes during a session.
Weekly Class Times
| Level | Sunday | Weekdays |
|---|---|---|
| Red Ball | 1:00 to 2:00 PM | Mon, Tue, 4:30 to 5:30 PM · Thu, 4:00 to 5:00 PM |
| Orange Ball | 2:00 to 3:00 PM | Tue, Wed, 4:30 to 5:30 PM · Thu, 5:00 to 6:00 PM |
| Green Ball | 2:00 to 3:30 PM | Mon and Wed, 5:30 to 7:00 PM |
| Tournament | Not offered | Tue, 5:30 to 7:00 PM |
Session Dates
| Session | Weekday classes | Unlimited |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Aug 24 to Sep 17 | Aug 23 to Sep 20 |
| Session 2 | Sep 22 to Oct 15 | Sep 22 to Oct 18 |
| Session 3 | Oct 19 to Nov 12 | Oct 19 to Nov 15 |
| Session 4 | Nov 16 to Dec 17 | Nov 16 to Dec 17 |
Sunday classes run in two 6-class sessions: Aug 23 to Oct 25 and Nov 1 to Dec 13. No Sunday classes on Oct 4 or Nov 29. Weekday sessions are 4 classes, except Monday Sessions 1 and 2, which are 3 classes.
Pricing
Per session, member / non-member.
| Option | Red Ball & Orange Ball | Green Ball |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday (6 classes) | $120 / $180 | $180 / $270 |
| Weekday (4 classes) | $80 / $120 | $120 / $180 |
| Monday Sessions 1 to 2 (3 classes) | $60 / $90 | $90 / $135 |
| Unlimited (all of your level’s classes in a session) | $200 / $300 | $300 / $450 |
Private Lessons for Juniors
Juniors can also work one-on-one with a pro or in a private group.
Request a youth lesson or private group
Email Cameron Vose, Youth Tennis Program Manager, at cvose@jccdallas.org.
Email CameronJunior racquets
We have junior racquets available for first-time and beginner players to use for their first lessons, so no racquet is needed to get started.
Junior Tennis Contacts
cvose@jccdallas.org
nkenner@jccdallas.org
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Member pricing on every program. Questions about level or age placement? Email Cameron before you register.
Racquet Sports at The J
Zahler Funk Tennis Facility, Aaron Family JCC of Dallas. Eight LED-lit tennis courts, outdoor and indoor pickleball courts, and a pro shop open seven days a week.
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