
Tulane University Nike Tennis Camp
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Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Tennis Camps
A highly-rated New Orleans tennis camp, the Tulane University Nike Tennis Camp's theme is "Fun. Friends. Improvement." This esteemed junior tennis camp in Lousiana is held at City Park/Pepsi Tennis Center.
Our summer tennis camp provides each camper with 5-6 hours of expert tennis training daily and helps develop the self-confidence to continue improving your skills after camp.
Highlights Include
- Instruction from Tulane Head Men's Tennis Coach Mark Booras and his experienced staff
- 5-6 hours daily tennis instruction; low camper to staff ratio
- Camper receive Nike Tennis Camp t-shirt and prizes
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Mark Booras
Mark Booras enters his ninth season as head coach of the Tulane men's tennis program heading into the 2017-18 campaign.
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Camp Details
Our day camps run Monday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm, geared towards boys and girls, ages 9-18, of all skill levels.
2019 Camp Dates
- June 3-7
- June 10-14
Camp Programs
All sessions are open to players of all skill levels. Upon arrival, all campers are evaluated and placed by Coach Sisk into one of three instructional programs, so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week.
Beginners
Learn the fundamentals for all strokes, including proper grips, stroke mechanics, footwork, movement and balance. Introduce match play.
Intermediate
Strengthen strokes to develop more power and control. Examine match play strategies to help improve competitive skills.
Advanced
Refine stroke production, increase power & improve match play skills through advanced drills, physical training and singles and doubles competition.
Check-In/Out
Check-In
- Check-In: 8:30am on Monday at the tennis courts.
Check-Out
- Graduation: Friday at 3:30pm at the tennis courts. Parents encouraged to attend!
- Check-out: 4:00pm on Friday immediately following the graduation ceremony.
Daily Program Schedule
- Monday through Friday: Campers should arrive at 9:00am and depart at 4:00pm.
- A complete schedule will be given to you upon check-in.
Meals
Day campers should bring a lunch each day.
Tennis Facilities
2018: Tulane Nike Tennis campers will play at the City Park Pepsi Tennis Center which features 16 hard and 10 clay courts and a clubhouse with a pro shop, restrooms, showers, and a meeting room. The facility is located at 5900 Marconi Blvd between I-610 and Harrison Avenue.
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.
Camp Code: TNXDTU
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:00am Stretching, Camp Meeting at Courts
- 9:15am Tennis Instruction
- 10:15am Break
- 10:30am Tennis Instruction and Drills
- 11:45am Lunch, Rest, Optional Tennis
- 1:15pm Tennis Program, Match Play
- 2:45pm Break
- 3:00pm Tennis Program, Doubles and Drills
- 4:00pm Conclusion of Daily Tennis Program
Camp Reviews
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Learned a lot and had a great time!
June 10, 2018: She loved how the coaches were first rate. She felt like she learned a lot and had a great time, too! She really had an excellent experience.
— Robert B. - Parent
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Loved the instruction from the Tulane coaches
June 16, 2018: He loved playing matches and he really enjoyed getting instruction from the Tulane coaches. It was very well run and fun. The only downside was the rain.
— Leslie B. - Parent
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Fun experience
June 18, 2018: Loved making new friends & the fun experiences during the week
— Danna C. - Camper
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Looking forward to next summer
June 30, 2017: She had so much fun and loved to see her coaches again. She made a lot of new friends and she said her group was awesome. She now said she wants to play tennis for school and definitely is looking forward for next summer.
— Nichole C. Parent
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Enjoyed the camp
July 3, 2017: My son, who had no tennis experience, thoroughly enjoyed learning various techniques and terminology.
— Scheryl B. Parent
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Fun camp
July 5, 2017: Tired her out a lot! Very good way to keep her occupied and have fun with tennis.
— Nancy M. Parent
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It was amazing!
July 24, 2016: It was amazing and I could not wait to go back the next day. I didn't want it to end!
— Claude H. Camper
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more physical conditioning
July 22, 2016: The camp needs more physical conditioning in addition to the tennis instruction!
— Mackenzie N. Camper
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Would absolutely do camp again!
July 10, 2016: Big fan of camps associated with Tulane University...the camp was held at City Park Campus, which is a terrific facility, but would be great if there was an indoor facility available too. Would absolutely do camp again!
— Danielle C. Parent
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wonderful time
July 25, 2016: Nina had a wonderful time....thank you!
— Anne-Marie K. Parent
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will definitely be back again
June 24, 2016: Peter loved it was sad to see the week end. He will definitely be back again. Thank you!
— Christine C. Parent
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Fun & professional
September 9, 2014: Fun & professional, but attendants would prefer more input from the coaching staff to improve skills.
— Tina W. Parent
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Thanks for a great experience!
July 23, 2014: Like the camp at City Park. More courts and playing time for the kids. Thanks for a great experience!
— Sharon L. Parent