Tennis Clubs in the NWT offer tennis lessons for children. Lessons usually begin in June and continue throughout the summer. As well, we have winter program from October to May so tennis lessons are offered year round. Group lessons are designed for everyone, depending on ability and concentrate on providing participants with the essential skills necessary to play tennis. Tennis Canada certified coaches are available in three communities. Junior high performance lessons are also offered by the Tennis NWT year round. Several Junior and Open tournaments offer everyone a chance to showcase their tennis skills, meet new friends and get lots of exercise, all in an environment of friendly competition.
Tennis NWT is pleased to announce that the following programs are available this summer:
Le Petit (3 – 5 years old) Saturdays, June, July and August (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. )
Tennis – Beginner Children’s (6-10 years) Mondays & Wednesdays, May 22 – August 28, 2024 (6:00 – 7:00 p.m.)
Tennis – Youth Intermediate (10 – 15 years) Mondays & Wednesdays, May 22 – August 28, 2024 (7:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
Tennis – High Performance (10 – 16 years) Mondays & Wednesdays, May 22 – August 28, 2024 (8:00 – 9:00 p.m.)
To sign up for clinics please purchase membership at Yellowknife Tennis Club website.
Summer Camps
Join NWT Tennis Association for a fun filled week of tennis! Come out and learn how to play tennis from certified tennis coaches. The focus will be on the fundamentals of the game. We offer a fun, interactive approach to learning tennis with an emphasis on racquet skills, footwork, the value of sportsmanship and fun. Equipment will be available (Tennis NWT will provide racquets and balls). Children will be required to bring: sun block, bug repellent, running shoes, hat, proper clothing, lunch, snacks and a water bottle. This program is offered by Tamara Jovic, Tennis Instructor.
Tennis NWT Camp (9 to 12 years) June 24-28, 2024
Tennis NWT Camp (9 to 12 years) July 1-5, 2024
You can register for programs ONLINE through City of Yellowknife website or by calling 920-5683 or 669-3457. To register online, you must login to or create an account, using the instructions provided online. You can register using registration code provided for each camp or you can search under main category for tennis camps.
For more information please email nwttennis@gmail.com.