Barry Park Tennis Kansas City
Summer Tennis 2024 Session 1 & 2 Clinic Information (dates & times) now available! Click on "Tennis Lessons and Clinics."
*Times subject to change based on enrollment.
Fall Tennis Clinics, Match Play, and Private Lesson Offerings
Barry Park Program Goals
The Junior Tennis Instructional Program’s goal is to provide a structured and fun framework for learning from which the student will foster a love for the game of tennis as well as a willingness and desire to improve. The curriculum seeks to develop and improve stroke technique, movement, court sense, while using balls lower in compresion which allows students time to develop optimal technique. The curriculum also seeks to foster knowledge of the rules, positioning and basic tactics. As stated above, my assistants and I hope to most importantly teach your tennis player a passion for the game of tennis!
Group Tennis Clinic Offerings - Fall 2019
Session I: Monday, October 14th - Thursday, November 7th
Smashers (Ages 5 – 7): Level 6
Smashers is for students who have attained some of the basic skills. A program of movement, balance, coordinated and motor skill development with a focus on self and partner rallying skills on the 36’ court using a red ball. Both reception and projection activities will be emphasized. Children will continue to work on the basic elements of tennis while learning more advanced skills. If your child is ready to participate please complete the form below and a coach will contact you!
Clinics meet twice a week: TBD
Complete the Registration Form: Fall 2019 Session Registration Form
Please email barryparktennis1@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Red Compression Balls and the Red Court
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Orange (Ages 7 – 10):
Students in this clinic will use red and orange balls. A program of movement, balance, coordinated and motor skill development with a focus on self and partner rallying skills on the smaller court using a red ball. Both reception and projection activities will be emphasized. Children will continue to work on the basic elements of tennis while learning more advanced skills. Your tennis player will learn how to move and judge a ball (reception and centering) and learn how to control the racquet at contact.The emphasis is on swing rhythm for forehands and backhands. Your tennis player will continue to develop his/her skills while having a blast! If your child is ready to participate please complete the form below and a coach will contact you!
Clinics meet twice a week: Mondays 5:30-6:30 pm OR Thursdays 5:30-6:30 pm or both
Complete the Registration Form: Fall 2019 Session Registration Form
Please email barryparktennis1@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Orange Compression Balls and the Orange Court
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Green (Ages 10-12):
Green is designed for beginner to intermediate level players ages 10-12. This clinic is taught using a rally-based curriculum and focuses on developing sending and receiving skills, footwork, proper mechanics and incorporating athletic skills developed in other sports. Players will begin to learn how to properly position themselves to execute groundstrokes and volleys, hit with purpose, as well as serve and sustain a rally. Players will also experience competitive play situations in all areas of the court.
Clinics meet twice a week: Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm OR Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm or both
Complete the Registration Form: Fall 2019 Session Registration Form
Please email barryparktennis1@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Orange Compression Balls and the Orange Court
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Blue (Ages 12+):
This clinic is dedicated to providing an opportunity for beginner and intermediate level teenage players to progress their skills in a fun and competitive environment. Players who participate in this clinic should have aspirations of playing high school tennis. Stroke development, footwork, doubles, and singles strategies will be covered.
Clinics meet twice a week: Mondays 7:30-8:30 pm OR Thursdays 7:30-8:30 pm or both
Complete the Registration Form: Fall 2019 Session Registration Form
Please email barryparktennis1@gmail.com if you have any questions.
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Small Group Clinics (Ages...any): Created by level
Times and days of the clinics above NOT work for you or your tennis player's schedule? We will do our best to cater to your needs by putting together a clinic (typically meets once-per-week) that will meet on the weekends. If this is of interest to you or your tennis player, please complete the Google Form below (see link) and send coach Kalis an email (barryparktennis1@gmail.com).
Email barryparktennis1@gmail.com for the most-up-to-date Sign-Up Genius that includes available small-group and private lesson times.
Private & Semi-private Lessons
Private & Semi-private lessons Ages all
Open to any level of player. These will be set up based on availability. Lesson packages are available. Topics of private tennis lessons include:
*stroke analysis and evaluation; an objective assessment
*weakness identification and improvement; a “fundamentals” approach
*stroke development; technique, theory, and practice
*strategic development; the psychological side of tennis
*competitive conditioning; physical development and exercise drills
*advanced hitting practice
*special request topics
*early development programs for children and juniors
SCHEDULE OF PRIVATE LESSONS (to be determined on an individual basis)
Contact Tim Kalis if you are interested in private or semi-private lessons.
Email: barryparktennis1@gmail.com or kalist@parkhill.k12.mo.us
Phone: 816.719.9239
Match Play (USTA ROGY Pathway)
Session I: TBD
Session II: TBD
Elementary & Middle School Match Play Using age-appropriate equipment to decrease frustration and increase fun! There will be three levels of balls for kids from ages 8-14. The students will play singles and doubles matches with other Barry Park Tennis participants to develop motor skills and strengthen physical ability while developing teamwork skills. Students will work 10-15 minutes on skills and 45-50 minutes on match play each time. Registration is open to the first 24 participants.
Match Play Schedule
Tuesdays Time Coming Soon!