Summer Programs 2026
10U - Red Ball, Orange Ball, Green Ball
At Mountainside Racquet Club, we believe tennis is a sport for everyone—including our youngest players! Our 10U Tennis System Junior Academy introduces children to the fundamentals of the game in a fun and engaging way, helping them build confidence and a lifelong love of tennis.
Choose from Red, Orange, Green Ball, or Advanced Green, running Monday to Friday throughout the summer. Register now by selecting the weeks you want
Program Details & Pricing
Red, Orange, and Green Ball Program
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Monday – Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
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$295 per week
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Register online or call front desk
Advanced Green Ball (Requires approval from Howard Sherman)
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Monday – Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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$495 per week
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Approval required before registration
Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – August 31,
2026
Important Information
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No refunds or makeups will be provided for withdrawals or absences during the program.
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Under no circumstances will the program be refunded.
For more information, contact: Yannik Mahlangu,
Level 1
Red Ball
Details: Red Ball is the first level of the 10U youth progression program which utilizes a larger, soft compression tennis ball on a smaller tennis court with a lower net. Children will begin to develop their athletic and hand-eye coordination skills through specific drills which focuses on footwork and stroke development. Children who complete the Red Ball program will have a basic understanding of stroke mechanics as well as being able to direct their shot, and sustain a rally with coaches and fellow students. For more information on Red Ball, please contact Yannik Mahlangu, yannik@mrctennis.com.
Program duration: Monday - Friday 9a.m.-11a.m.
Cost: $295
Level 2
Orange Ball
Details: Orange Ball is the second level of the 10U youth progression, and children entering the program will have developed all of the Red Ball program skills. The Orange Ball program utilizes a decompressed tennis ball on a smaller tennis court with a regular net. The program consists of drills to improve their tennis stroke mechanics and movement skills. Additionally, the program introduces live ball play to develop their point play skills. Graduates of the program will demonstrate the ability to consistently serve, understand tennis scoring, and rally with other students on a modified tennis court. For more information on Orange Ball, please contact Yannik Mahlangu, yannik@mrctennis.com.
Program duration: Monday - Friday 9a.m.-11a.m.
Cost: $295
Level 3
Green Ball
Details: Green Ball is the third level of the 10U youth progression and is played on a full-sized tennis court with a regular sized, lower compression tennis ball. Students in the program are beginning to develop a mastery of tennis stroke mechanics with a focus on rallies and point play. Students graduating from the program will be able to do cooperative drills, rally from the baseline, and be able to play a tennis match set on a regulation size tennis court. For more information on Green Ball, please contact Yannik Mahlangu, yannik@mrctennis.com.
Program duration: Monday - Friday 9a.m.-11a.m.
Cost: $295
Advanced Green Ball
Details: Advanced Green Ball is designed for the student who is proficient in all Green Ball skills and wishes to compete in USTA tournaments. For participation in the program, students must have an evaluation and are expected to be able to rally and serve with consistency. In the Advanced Green Program, students will gain the ability to train cooperatively, learn how to hit with spin, and develop tennis strategy. It is a selective program and requires the approval of our 10U Director, Yannik Mahlangu. For more information, please contact Yannik Mahlangu, yannik@mrctennis.com
Program Duration: Monday - Friday 9a.m.- 1p.m.
Cost: $495
Advanced Junior Program/Tournament Yellow Ball/Junior High Performance
Take your tennis skills to the next level this summer with Mountainside Racquet Club’s AJP/Tournament Yellow Ball/Junior High Performance programs.
Join our sessions throughout the summer. Register today by selecting your preferred weeks.
Program Details & Pricing
AJP/TYB/JHP
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Monday – Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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$395 per week
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Register online or call front desk
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Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Important Information
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No refunds or makeups will be provided for withdrawals or absences during the program.
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Under no circumstances will the program be refunded.
For more information, contact: Howard Sherman, howard@mrctennis.com
Advanced Junior Program/Tournament Yellow Ball/ Junior High Performance
Details: The Advanced Junior Program is designed for the mid-level player who has graduated from our Green Ball program and is approximately 10-16 years old. The TYB/JHP clinics need approval to get into.
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Yellow Ball Tournament Training: For players beginning USTA junior tournaments.
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Junior High Performance: Requires a flat 3 to 4.99 UTR or a Tennis Recruiting Ranking
For more information, please contact Howard Sherman, howard@mrctennis.com.
For Summer: AJP, TYB and JHP will be held daily Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - Noon. You may register for the Advanced Junior Program online. Participation in Tournament Yellow Ball and Junior High Performance must be approved by Howard Sherman and is not available for online registration.
For summer: Players with a 4 UTR and above will participate in the Noon - 4:00p.m. Time Slot
Program duration: Monday - Friday 9a.m.- Noon
Cost: $395
High Performance Summer - 2026
Designed for top-level junior players, the High Performance Program at Mountainside Racquet Club provides an elite training environment for players looking to compete at the highest levels. Training focuses on advanced stroke mechanics, match strategy, tournament preparation, fitness, and mental toughness.
Join our sessions throughout the summer. Register today by selecting your preferred weeks.
Program Details & Pricing:
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HP 1&2 Monday – Friday | Noon – 4:00 p.m.
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Cost: $495 per week
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Daily Rate: $150
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Register by contacting Steve
Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – August 31, 2026
Important Information
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No refunds or makeups will be provided for withdrawals or absences during the program.
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Under no circumstances will the program be refunded.
Registration Information:
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Participation in this program requires approval.
Contact: Steve Ondish (Tennis Director) – steveo@mrctennis.com
Level 6 | High Performance 1&2
The High Performance program is designed for the fully committed, tournament-level player who wishes to compete at the highest level. Participation in the program must be approverd by our Tennis Director Steven Ondish. Please contact Steve at steveo@mrctennis.com for further details.
For summer: 4 UTR and above will participate in the Noon - 4:00p.m. Time Slot
High Performance 1&2
Program Duration: Monday - Friday, Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Cost:$495
Daily Rate: $150
Contact: Steve Ondish (Tennis Director) – steveo@mrctennis.com