2025 JUNIOR CLINICS and MATCH PLAY

2025 JUNIOR CLINICS and MATCH PLAY

Match Play & Clinics

All skill levels welcome!

Junior Tennis Clinic and Match Play

Coaches Mike & Andrew Cianos host junior tennis players for clinics and match play.

Saturdays, April 26 thru June 14 10 AM - 12 PM Roland Park Country School. 5204 Roland Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21210

($70 per session or 8 sessions for $500)

Week 1: April 26 (Introduction to Match Play and Basics)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and dynamic stretches

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Tennis fundamentals review (serving, groundstrokes, footwork)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 AM: 2v2 match play with coaching tips and feedback

  • NO CLINIC APRIL 12

Week 2: May 3 (Serving and Return of Serve)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and serving technique

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Serve practice and drills (placement, power, and spin)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 PM: Controlled match play focusing on serving and returning serves

Week 3: May 10 (Net Play and Volleys)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and agility drills

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Volleys and net positioning drills (forehand, backhand)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 PM: Doubles match play focusing on net play

Week 4: May 17 (Footwork and Court Coverage)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and footwork drills (side-to-side, split steps)

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Court coverage practice (moving to the ball, recovery steps)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 PM: Point play focusing on footwork and positioning

Week 5: May 24 (Match Strategy and Tactics)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and reviewing basic match strategies

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Shot selection and when to be aggressive or defensive

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 PM: Match play with coaching feedback on strategy

Week 6: May 31 (Mental Toughness and Focus)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up with mental visualization exercises

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Mental toughness drills (staying focused during points) and handling pressure situations (tie-breakers, break points)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Match play with emphasis on maintaining focus and calm under pressure

Week 7: June 7 (Doubles Play and Communication)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and basic doubles positioning

  • 10:30 - 11:00 AM: Doubles drills (teamwork, covering the court, communication)

  • 11:00 - 11:15 - BREAK

  • 11:15 - 12:00 PM: Doubles match play with team strategies

Week 8: Jun 14 (Mini-Tournament and Review)

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM: Warm-up and review of key skills from past weeks

  • 10:30 - 11:30 AM: Mini-tournament (singles or doubles matches)

  • 11:30 - 11:45 - BREAK

  • 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Final debrief and feedback on each player’s improvement

General Notes:

  • Each session will begin with a dynamic warm-up (stretching, light jogging, and movement drills).

  • Drills will be designed to focus on individual skills while also incorporating game-like situations.

  • Match play will be balanced with coaching feedback, helping players analyze their strengths and areas to improve during EACH ession.

  • Players are encouraged to bring their own rackets and wear appropriate tennis gear (comfortable athletic wear and tennis shoes)

  • Snacks, sunscreen and water provided

  • Please reach out with questions, comments or suggestion to info@macracquetsports.com