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Coach Newman Recommended Article, “How Does Physical Training Increase Your Child’s Tennis Mental Toughness?”

Physically fit players are less likely to feel discomfort than unfit players in the same match. Therefore, fit players are able to place their focus, energy and attention on helpful processes that increase the chances of success. There are other reasons for the link between physical fitness and mental fitness. Physical pain and emotional pain are housed in the same area of our brain. Stronger bodies, stronger brains! Click here to read the full article from Parenting Mentally Tough Tennis by Anthony Ross.

Abigail Chiu in the Doubles Final of Clay Court Nationals!

ATA’s Abigail Chiu and partner Elysia Bolton will be playing in the G18 doubles final of the National Clay Courts Championships in Memphis, TN at 3:30 today. For updates follow Coach Newman on Twitter or on Austin Tennis Academy’s website latest tweets.

David Benzel Webinar July 21 “To Push or Not to Push”

Join us each month for a live online presentation. The material prepares you for conversations about winning at life, not just sports, with your young athlete. If you can’t join us live, register for the webinar then enjoy the recording when your schedule permits.

To Push or Not to Push – A Parent’s Dilemma
Thursday, July 21^st, 2016 at 9:00 PM EDT

Click here to register

Play Tennis at Austin Tennis Academy This Summer!

2016 Summer Tennis Training Camps

This Summer, take advantage of the Austin Tennis Academy’s tennis camps to progress at a rapid rate while having fun playing the game. These camps are designed to provide the greatest development of your child’s physical, mental, technical, and tactical performance levels. Sign up now for a full week or a single day!

Sessions

Summer Grand Slam Camp – June 6-10 – (SuperChamp Only)

June 13-17
June 20-24
June 27-July 1
July 5-8 (No camp July 4th – costs adjusted this week)
July 11-15
July 18-22
July 25-29
August 1-5
August 8-12

Times

QuickStart Camp 9:00am – 10:30am (age 5-8)

Morning Camp 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tournament Tough Training Camp 1:00pm – 4:00pm^*

Cost

QuickStart Camp $175/week ($40/day drop-in)

Morning Camp $300/week ($80/day drop-in)
Tournament Tough Training Camp $375/week ($90/day drop-in)

QuickStart Camp

9:00am – 10:30am ($175 per week or $40 per day)
The QuickStart tennis format used by the Austin Tennis Academy gives kids the opportunity to rally a ball over the net and learn to play points as quickly as possible – all in a fun environment. Our coaches recognize the importance of starting kids off well, and with success. The ATA was instrumental in developing this groundbreaking nationwide program and served as the pilot program for the USTA. This program uses the appropriate size racquet, court and ball to allow kids to do more – faster! Suggested Age: 5-8 years old.

Morning Camp

9:00am – 12:00pm ($300 per week or $80 per day)

Players will improve their game by learning fundamental skills, practicing game situations, and improving overall movement. Using the latest techniques and international innovations, players learn valuable athletic skills for tennis and other sports.

Afternoon “Tournament Tough” Camp

1:00pm-4:00pm ($375 per week or $90 per day)
Tournament players will improve their game by using competitive game situations, technical training and point play, as well as movement and flexibility training. This camp is limited to Champ and Superchamp-level. ATA Academy players will be training at this time.

Policies

Registration must be made online.
Payment in advance is required to reserve your slot.
ATA camps are held rain or shine. Indoor sessions are held in the event of inclement weather.
No refunds or make-ups for days missed.
Weekly rate applies to that particular week only (no carryover).
Medical Release and Hold Harmless must be filled out online.
Players may leave credit card on file to cover pro shop purchases, lunch, etc.
Private housing may be available. Email info@austintennisacademy.com to inquire.
Early drop-off and late pick-up is available upon request for $50 per week.

Coach Newman Quoted in UTR Article

ATA CEO Jack Newman was recently quoted in an article,”The Tennis Coach’s Toolbox” the Universal Tennis Blog about the Universal Tennis Rating system. Coach Newman, has been using UTR for ATA’s practice ladder since August of 2015. Newman describes the process as

“I update my ladder on Mondays. Kids are excited to see their progress, parents are clear how players are distributed in practice (by similar UTR) and coaches get to work with players on the same level. Everyone is happy.”

To learn more about the Universal Tennis Rating System click here to read the entire article

Emily & Raven Signing Ceremony

Long time friends, high school tennis teammates and doubles partners Emily Cotton and Raven Hampton – both had their signing ceremonies Thursday night, which were held in the ATA fitness center. They were surrounded by their friends and families, as well as the ATA community to help them begin their transition to college.

Emily Cotton signed her National Letter of Intent with the Trinity University. She will play tennis for the Tigers starting in the Fall. Coach Segovia spoke on Emily’s brutal honesty at times and her loyalty. Emily is also very involved with FFA and has a very demanding schedule each day. Emily also stood up and thanked her family, coaches, friends and the ATA community for supporting her through her journey at ATA. She also had everyone laughing at a few stories from ATA team trips.

Raven Hampton signed her National Letter of Intent with Chapman University. She will play tennis for the Panthers in the Fall. Chapman is a top 7 ranked university in the West. Coach Brandon spoke on Raven’s character of being a caring and a leader/captain of her Lake Travis High School team. Raven thanked her family, coaches, friends and ATA community for sharing good times throughout her experience at ATA.

Congrats to both Emily and Raven on their accomplishments and their bright futures at their respective institutions!

“Tennis” by William McEwin

William McEwin is a second grader that is in ATA’s Junior Development program. He wrote this poem for school and it is about his match at a Junior Team Tennis event. If you have ever met William he is very energetic and you can tell he loves the sport!

“Tennis”

My tennis game was a miss!

I swung too early, I swung too late.

I swung too low, I swung too high.

I swung too light, I swung too hard.

I did a wrong stroke,

I swung to the side.

That’s ok, that’s alright because I love tennis and it’s a wild ride!!!