Try Tennis
Lake Norman Tennis AssociationResources for Beginner Players
Try Tennis is the USTA’s program of instruction for teaching kids how to play tennis. If your child would like to learn more on their own about the history of the game, different court surfaces & equipment, and more, click the button to the right. There’s a resource page with lots of excellent information for them to explore! This will enhance what they learn on the court in their Try Tennis sessions.


Try Tennis is a 6-hour instructional program designed for beginners to learn the fundamentals of the game. Go from the “couch to court” in 6 hours! A tennis racket is included in the program’s cost of $40.00. It’s a perfect way for your child to try out the sport.
DATES | DAYS | TIMES | AGES | LOCATION | REGISTRATION LINK |
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June 11 - June 25 | Sundays | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | 11 - 17 years old | Hough High School | REGISTER HERE |
June 26 - June 29 | Monday -- Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | 6 - 10 years old | Spartan Park/CSD Athletic Complex | REGISTER HERE |
June 26 - June 29 | Monday -- Thursday | 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 11 - 17 years old | Spartan Park/CSD Athletic Complex | REGISTER HERE |
June 26 - June 29 | Monday -- Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | 6 - 10 years old | Bailey Road Park | REGISTER HERE |
June 26 - June 29 | Monday -- Thursday | 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | 11 - 17 years old | Bailey Road Park | REGISTER HERE |
July 10 - July 13 | Monday -- Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | 6 - 10 years old | Spartan Park/CSD Athletic Complex | REGISTER HERE |
July 10 - July 13 | Monday -- Thursday | 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | 11 - 17 years old | Spartan Park/CSD Athletic Complex | REGISTER HERE |

Try Play is a 6-hour instructional program designed as a follow-up to Try Tennis. Players learn the basics of playing a tennis match. These play-to-learn sessions consist of instruction and guided play. It’s designed for players who have graduated from Try Tennis sessions and for beginnerss who have very little match play experience. The program cost is $70.
Upcoming Sessions in the Lake Norman Area
For Olmsted Neighborhood Residents ONLY: May 15 – May 24, Mondays and Wednesdays (Ages 6 – 10) from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Olmsted Neighborhood – Residents, register through your neighborhood website