UW Whitewater - Tennis Camps
907 W Schwager Dr, Whitewater, WI 53190
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The Warhawk Junior Tennis Camps are known as some of the best tennis camps in the Midwest. These camps prepare campers for high school and tournament play by focusing on mental toughness and strategy. Each camp is broken into six different levels from intermediate to state ranked tournament players, so there is fun for everyone. Bring a friend or doubles partner to add to the enjoyment.
AGES: This camp is available to players aged 12-18.
DATES: Session 1: Sunday, June 30 - Friday, July 5, 2019
Registrations accepted online until noon on the Wednesday prior to event, if space is available. We do NOT accept walk up registrations at event check-in.
All sessions fill up VERY quickly so we advise that you register online as soon as possible after January 8, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. Registration will not be available before this time. Download registration instructions and tips by clicking here.
If the session that you are interested in is closed, please register for another session. You can also sign up to be added to the waitlist for your desired session. If a spot opens in camp you are waitlisted for, you will be contacted via email to see if you are still interested. No money is collected to be on a waitlist and you can be on the waitlist for multiple sessions.
CAMP FEE: $800
Campers will be housed in one of the residence halls located on the UW-Whitewater campus. The residence hall has a secured entrance and the campers are monitored by the residence hall directors, assistants, and by our own camp counseling staff. Roommate requests will be honored when possible; otherwise campers are paired by age and gender. Developing new friends is encouraged. Rooms are double occupancy only. Please note that our residence halls are not air conditioned. We strongly advise campers to bring a fan if possible. The bathrooms and showers offer clean, individual stalls for privacy. Resident campers will have three well-balanced meals each full day. Meals are included in the registration fee.
Fee Includes
The fee includes group and individual instruction, tournament play, video analysis, insurance, lodging, meals, a camp t-shirt, water bottle, written assessment of the camper's strengths/areas which need further fine-tuning.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE: Pre-camp information will be available on this website three weeks prior to the start of camp. Pre-camp information includes medication requirements (complete only if taking meds at this event), check-in and out times with locations, confirmed daily schedule, what to bring and other important information you will need to know before attending camp. If any medical information changes, it is your responsibility to notify Continuing Education Services at cesevent@uww.edu.
Confirmation Emails
Once you register a confirmation email will be sent to your email account. Contact cesevents@uww.edu if you do not receive this confirmation email. Historically email accounts used from centurytel.net and wi.rr.com are blocked from receiving notifications from us or may end up in your spam folder. You are able to register using these accounts; however, you will not receive emails from us. Please make sure you have a working email address on file with us to be able to receive important announcements and updates about this event.
Risk Assessment Form
Please bring Risk Agreement Form that is needed for field trips. This form is required by the Risk Management and Safety office. You can download the form here.
Summer Camp Rules
UW-Whitewater will hold all campers responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from camp. Campers dismissed from the camp will not receive a refund. Review Summer Camp Rules for more details.
Driving Directions
Directions to the campus can be found online by clicking here. A campus map can be found here.
Parking
Parking permits are required on all vehicles parked on campus at all times, with the exception of the location of the time of check-in/check-out and 5 p.m. Fridays to 11:00 p.m. Sundays. Registrants driving themselves and keeping their car on campus must pick up a parking permit from director at the initial event meeting. More information on parking is on the Visitor Center website.
Registration Terms & Conditions
By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. Please review the Registration Terms and Conditions for more details.
Be aware that we recommend that all portable electronic devices be left at home (iPod, Fitbit, cell phones, etc), but ultimately it is your decision. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
7:45 a.m. Training room is open - optional early bird drills
8:30 a.m. Announcements, drills, mental toughness, strategy lectures
11:00 a.m. Individual instruction
11:30 a.m. Lunch
1:15 p.m. Drills and match play
4:00 p.m. Individual Instruction or Swimming
4:30 p.m. Dinner
6:00 p.m. Reconvene at bleachers for night activities and tournaments
Night activities are the highlight of this camp. Every night we conclude with the ever popular High Intensity, which is a series of high energy drills with music. Prior to High Intensity, the camp offers a variety of evening activities including tennis tournaments and a talent show. If you have a skill, talent or skit, be prepared to show it off. Bring your instrument, humor or personality to join in the fun or just watch.
*All times are subject to change; the pre-camp info will have the accurate schedule.
The camp takes place on UW-Whitewater's outdoor lighted 12-court tennis complex, and 12 more neighboring courts. The University also has 4 indoor courts that are occasionally available in the fieldhouse. The fieldhouse also has a state-of-the-art training room, weight room and pool, which are all available for use by the campers.
Do not wear brand new shoes to camp without breaking them in first. Blisters are often a problem considering the long days of tennis in the hot sun. So play plenty of tennis prior to camp to prepare yourself.
Do not plan on playing in outside tournaments during the week at camp or leaving early. We play plenty of tennis and need specific numbers, so plan on staying with us the entire week. We have a full service pro shop for stringing, grips, shoes, hats, rackets and clothing.
Many campers experience painful blisters on their feet and racket hand due to poor preconditioning. We strongly recommend that campers DO NOT BRING NEW TENNIS SHOES without adequately breaking them in first. To alleviate muscle soreness, we suggest that campers play at least one hour per day for a week to two weeks before attending camp. If court time is not available, jumping rope, jogging and sprinting can help to precondition aspiring players.
Blisters and soreness can inhibit much of the enjoyment and satisfaction that campers should experience during their stay, and we hope our campers will heed our advice by preparing themselves for six to eight hours of tennis daily throughout their stay.
Frank Barnes, Camp Director - The Camp Director is UW-Whitewater's Men's and Women's Head Tennis Coach, Frank Barnes. Coach Barnes has elevated UW-Whitewater's tennis teams to the national level since he came on board in 2002. He has been named WIAC's Coach of the Year multiple times. Coach Barnes is also a two-time National K-Swiss Pro of the Year for his work as Nakoma Country Club's Tennis Director, developing one of the city's largest summer tennis programs. In 2006, Barnes was honored twice for growing the game of tennis. He was named USTA's Rollie Mueller President's Award winner, and the USTA/ITA Community Service Award winner.The PTR honored him as the 2010 National Coach of the Year and the 2009 Wisconsin Member of the Year. The ITA recognized Coach Barnes as the Central Region Coach of the Year in 2016. He also coaches the Wisconsin District Cup 12 & Under Team.
Dave Steinbach, Director of Instruction - Dave Steinbach was named the National Starfish Award Winner in 2010 by the USTA, and was presented the award at the US Open in New York. He has also been honored as National High School Girls Tennis Coach of the Year in 2010 by NHSCA, National High School Tennis Coach of the Year in 2006 by Racquet Sports Industry Magazine, National Federation of High School Coaches "National Coach of the Year" in 2003, and USPTA "National Coach of the Year" in 1998 and 2007. He was the Wisconsin Division 1 Boys Coach of the Year in 2000 and 2016; Division 1 Girls Coach the year in 2002, 2003 and 2007. He was also named the USPTA Midwest Coach of the Year six times. Dave has been the Brookfield Central H. S. boys and girls varsity coach for 30 years, winning 13 state team championships, with 13 state runners-up titles. He has been a speaker at the state coaches workshops for Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and the 2004 and 2007 US Open Tennis Teacher's Conference.
Our support staff consists of both Senior and Junior Staff Members who work with campers to help develop proper mechanics of tennis. Our staff also offers individualized help throughout the day for campers who want further guidance.
Registrants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as accident insurance provided by the University is limited. Each registrant will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary coverage up to $10,000. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.
If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
Registering for this event you understand that the University may take photographs and or videos of event participants and activities. You will be required to agree at the time of registration that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and or videos relating to the promotion of future events. You will relinquish all rights that you may claim in relation to use of said photographs and/or videos.
All registrant accounts must be paid in full three weeks (21 days) prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment. In the event of a cancellation, Continuing Education Services should be notified no later than 21 days before the start date of the event session in order to receive a refund, less the $100 non-refundable deposit. Cancellation requests received less than 21 days from the start of the event will receive a refund minus $200 late cancellation fee of event cost. Cancellations due to medical reasons will receive a full refund, less the $100 non-refundable deposit, if the cancellation is requested and medical documentation is provided prior to the start of the event. Valid medical cancellations must include a signed letter from a licensed physician to qualify. NO REFUNDS will be given for withdrawal due to early departures, disciplinary reasons or no show after the event has started. All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu; provide registrant's name, event title and medical documentation, if applicable. Refunds will be returned to name and address of payer.
We reserve the right to cancel any event due to low enrollment; in such a case, all fees paid will be refunded or the registrant can choose to apply fees to a different summer event.