Dick Gould’s Stanford Tennis School Stanford, California
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The Dick Gould's Stanford Nike Tennis camp is designed so that young players can immerse themselves in tennis. Our goal is to enhance their skills and enjoyment of the game in an energetic and positive learning environment. This four day camp is specially designed for beginners through intermediate players. Join the fun this summer!
Steeped in pride and tradition, Stanford University is known as the “Home of Champions.” Its' men's and women's teams have recorded 34 national team titles in the last 38 years! Stanford's Director of Tennis, Dick Gould, directs the Nike Tennis School at Stanford, celebrating it's 43rd year! The camp offers a morning (AM) or an afternoon (PM) program.
Highlights Include
- Daily instruction from Director of Tennis, Dick Gould, Anne Gould, and their experienced staff
- We offer a "10 and Under Tennis" program, featuring smaller courts and lighter, lower-bouncing balls
- Every camper receives a Nike Tennis Camp T-shirt
- Full Day Camp: 6 hours of daily instruction (Advanced beginners though intermediate)
- Half Day Camp: 3 hours of daily instruction (Young beginners through intermediate)
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Safe, healthy and fun environment
- Create lasting friendships
One of the finest tennis facilities in the country, the Taube Tennis Stadium features 17 courts with spectator viewing and championship lighting. The Taube Tennis Center has hosted several major tennis championships over the years, both on the collegiate and professional levels, including 15 years of the Bank of West Championship, a WTA tour event. The men's and women's NCAA Championships were hosted at Stanford Univeristy in 2006 and 2011.
- Click Here for information on Dick Gould's Advanced Tennis School at Stanford University (Ages 18+)
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- Click Here for information about Junior Overnight Tennis Camps at Stanford University. (Ages 9-18)
- Click Here for information about Junior Overnight Tennis Camps at Stanford University. (Ages 9-18)
- Click Here for information on Lele Forood's Nike Tennis Adult Camp at Stanford University (Ages 18+)
Camp Director
Dick Gould
- The John L. Hinds Director of Tennis - 7 years (2005-present)
- Stanford men's tennis head coach - 38 years (1966-2004)
- Winningest coach in Stanford men's tennis history (776-148 for a winning percentage of .840)
- 17 NCAA Team Championships (89-10 in NCAA Tournament competition since format change In 1977) (Stanford reached 17 of these NCAA team finals and won 15)
Director Dick Gould, a coaching legend having won 17 NCAA Championships in 38 years as Stanford’s varsity men’s tennis coach, was elected into the the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame, San Jose Sports Hall of Fame and the Intercollegiate Tennis Hall of Fame. He was named “ITA Coach of the Decade” for the 1980’s and the 1990’s, and coached 9 Stanford players who later reached top 15 in the world ATP singles rankings, including John McEnroe, as well as seven #1 world doubles players.
Gould and his wife, Anne, the former Stanford University women's tennis coach from 1976-79 who led the Cardinal to its first women's national team championship in 1978.
Program
We offer a one week of junior day camp (ages 8-14) with the option of a morning (AM) or an afternoon (PM) program for beginner through intermediate players, along with a full-day session which is recommended for advanced beginner through intermediate players.
10 and Under Tennis:
In addition, we offer a “10 and Under Tennis” program, featuring the USTA’s successful new teaching format. This is an exciting new way kids 10 and under are learning to play tennis as well as compete. The courts are smaller and balls are low-compression so they are easier to hit, allowing kids to get to the ball and develop optimal swing patterns. It all makes it easy and fun for them to hit, play and score from the start, while developing skills that will last a lifetime. Please note: This program is optional and younger campers may opt to play regular tennis on the full courts. For more information on “10 and Under Tennis” programs nationwide, Click Here to check out the USTA website.
Full Day Session: 9am- 4pm - ages 9-14
(Supervised lunch break - campers should bring their lunch.)
Morning Program:
1. Serve, return, and volley
2. Ball machine and feeding drills
3. Doubles play and strategy
Afternoon Program:
1. Feeding drills
2. Singles drills and points
3. Doubles drills
4. Doubles play
Half Day Session: 9am-12pm (AM) or 1pm-4pm (PM) - ages 8-14
1. Serve, return, and volley
2. Ball machine and feeding drills
3. Practice rally/doubles play and strategy
“Our camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend that you choose a camp that fits your particular skills and level of development.”
Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.
Check-in:
Campers should check in 15 minutes prior to first session.
Registration Packet
A detailed camper registration packet containing check in location, health/release forms, emergency contact info, and a list of things to bring will be emailed to all registered campers in the Spring. Our health and release forms do not require a doctor's signature and they will be collected on the first day of camp.
Sample Daily Schedule
- MORNING PROGRAM (Half day or full day)
- 9:00am-Noon Serve, return, and volley
- Ball machine and feeding drills
- Doubles play and strategy
- Noon-1:00pm Lunch
- AFTERNOON PROGRAM (Full day camp)
- 1:00pm-4:00pm Feeding drills
- Singles drills and points
- Doubles drills
- Doubles play
Parent of Camper
Enjoying the Game
This was the first time my 8-year-old son has enjoyed tennis lessons, thanks to this excellent camp. I wish that is would have lasted longer than 4 days, or that you offered a similar program during the school year on Saturdays.
Past Campers
Superb Coaching
We really enjoyed the camp and had lots of fun. The coaches were superb and we learned a lot. I would definitely recommend this camp to other people. Coach Gould’s teaching style is simple and effective.
Parents of Camper
Excited Campers Equals Excited Parents
We were so happy with this camp. Our son was excited to go every day and wanted to play more tennis immediately after! Thank you!
Past Camper
Nice balance!
It was a great camp! Very organized. Enthusiastic staff. Fun drills and games. Good balance of the two. Nice amount of time for each activity. Not too strenuous, yet still very active, and tiring.
Parent of Camper
We'll return again!
Great camp. We loved it and will sign up again next year!
Parent of Camper
Parent Sees Perks
My daughter had a great time at the tennis camp and we saw great improvement in her game after the camp.