Programs
Winter Elementary Tennis League
This is a Team Tennis league for 1st to 5th graders with beginner and intermediate skills. Matches will be in the Sacred Heart Catholic School gymnasium, every Friday for 5 weeks (Feb 9-March 8). Although the league is beginner friendly, player should be able to serve and receive serves
Sign Up Deadline: Feb 8
Choose a preferred team – Sacred Heart, Heritage, Danville City, Westover Christian, Open
Registration is now CLOSED!
Sessions:
5 Week Program Starting February 9, 2024
Fee:
$55 per participant
Location:
Sacred Heart Catholic School Gymnasium
Time:
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and each team will have a 1 hour session at 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.
SATA GRAND PRIX
A 4-tournament series for high school players from Danville to Henry County. Will conclude with a formal banquet/awards ceremony attended by players, parents and sponsors in October. Players are guaranteed an enriching tournament experience and maximum fun!
Points are earned for participation – those playing the most will acquire the most. Trophies will be given out at end of year banquet. Each player earns 1 bag tag for playing in a tournament. Lunch is provided. Evaluations will be provided afterwards. Example: 10 points is earned by any of the following:
Losing in the first round, receiving a first-round bye, winning matches other than a first-round bye (with a reduced number of points for consolation round matches), advancing to the quarterfinals etc…
30 bonus points are given for winning the finals Consolation draw winners will receive 50% points of main draw
Dates:
(**Note: Dates may change depending on weather conditions or High School match schedule).
Sat. Feb. 21 – Chatmoss indoors (signup by Feb. 18)
Sat. April 18 – Danville -(Clay -Stratford or GW/Bonner hardcourts))
Sat. June 6 – Chatmoss (Outdoor Clay)
Sat. September 19th – Grand Finale Tournament – Danville – (Either Stratford/GW/Bonner)
Awards Banquet – Sat. Oct. 24 (tentative)
Fee:
$10 per tournament covers lunch, refreshments, coaching fees and balls
Experience Level:
Intermediate/Advanced
ADULT PICKLEBALL PROGRAM
This introductory program will be taught by Scott Preston and SATA Board Member Ken Cussick. This will focus on learning how to play the game, how to keep score, basic rules, and the mechanics of playing. There is a limit of 24 people. No pickleball background required. All equipment will be provided.
Info about Scott:
“I play for Crush pickleball and I’m a IPTPA Level 2 Instructor. I have played for about 3 years at the tournament level and have a strong passion for the sport. I love to help others find the pickleball addiction!”
Session:
Sundays – April 19,26 and May 3, 17, 24 (5 weeks)
Fee: $55
Time: 3-4pm
Fee:
$55 per participant
Location:
O.T. Bonner Middle School – 300 Apollo Ave, Danville, VA 24540
Experience Level:
Beginner/Intermediate
RED BALL YOUTH TENNIS
For Grades 1-5
This fun, low-pressure program is a great way to introduce your child to tennis for beginners as well elevate their skills for intermediate players. This program will get your player ready for the next winter elementary league at Sacred Heart, which runs from 1/9 to 2/6. Any skill level welcome. Equipment provided.
This program is a service of Southside Area Tennis Association with sponsorship from the USTA.
Contact for any questions: info@southsideareatennis.org or tim@southsideareatennis.org
Session:
Sundays from Dec. 7 to Jan. 11 (Dec. 7, 14, 27 and Jan. 4, 11)(5 weeks)
Fee:
$50 per participant
Location:
Danville City Auditorium – Indoor Facility – 125 N Floyd St, Danville, VA 24541
Time:
4-5pm
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Next Session Starts Fridays 1/9-2/6, from 3:30-4:30, Cost is free to all Winter Elementary League players and Sacred Heart Students. Location is the Sacred Heart Gymnasium. This program will precede the weekly Elementary tennis league and will be meant to get your child ready for that leagues competitive play. The fun, low-pressure program is a great way to introduce your child to tennis for beginners as well elevate their skills for intermediate players. Your child will be able to stay until the Elementary league starts so you won’t have to worry about picking them up then coming back for their elementary league session. This program is open to all students even if they are not playing in the Elementary league.
Sessions:
5-Week Program at Sacred Heart in Danville – Next Session runs Fridays 1/9-2/6 from 3:30-4:30pm
Fee:
FREE
Location:
Sacred Heart Gym
Time:
Fridays – Immediately after school
Winter Elementary League
About Winter League Program:
This 5-week program will be a fun, team tennis league for 1st-5th graders with beginner and intermediate skill sets. Matches will be in school gymnasiums on (two sessions, 45min each). Although the league is beginner-friendly, players must be able to get serves in consistently and keep score
We anticipate four full teams with up to 10 players per team. Choose your preferred team at registration: Sacred Heart, Heritage Academy, Danville Public Schools, or open/other. Space is limited to 40 participants max. Free loaner racquets are available. Program size is limited.
Sessions:
5-Week Program at Sacred Heart in Danville
Dates: Next Session runs Fridays 1/9-2/6 Immediately following after school program.
Time: 4:30-6pm
Fee:
$50
Location:
Sacred Heart Gym
Time:
Fridays After school – 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Learn, Practice,
& Play
These five-week programs, conducted one hour per week, implement the games-based approach to teaching tennis as well as modified courts and equipment as needed, and are a fast and fun way to learn tennis and/or improve your game. Programs are available from ages 4 to 99+ and from beginner to intermediate skill levels. The atmosphere is informal, with emphasis on fun, fitness, and play. Free loaner racquets are available.
Sessions:
Dates: Starts Week of March 15th
Learn, Practice, and Play is a five-week program, with sessions conducted one hour per week. This program runs spring, summer and fall.
Fee:
$55 per participant
Location:
O.T. Bonner Middle School Courts
Age Categories:
Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6) Wednesday nights 5:15-6:00pm, (O.T. Bonner Middle School)
Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10) Wednesday nights 6-7pm, (O.T. Bonner Middle School)
Juniors (recommended ages 11–15) Wednesday nights 7-8pm, (O.T. Bonner Middle School)
Young Adults (recommended ages 16-99) Wednesday nights 6:30-7:30pm, (G.W. High School)
JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS AT CHATMOSS
SATA has begun working with Coach Ken and Kate at Chatmoss Country Club to serve the Martinsville area with tennis programming. The coaches have a combined 32 years of experience and are USTA and RSPA Certified.
Sessions are five weeks long and consist of group tennis lessons (aka clinics) that will give your junior the opportunity to learn and grow in the game of tennis.
Programs are available from ages 5 to 18 and from beginner to intermediate, as well as advanced skill levels. The atmosphere is informal, with emphasis on fun, fitness, and play.
Sessions:
Session 1: October 16th – November 16th
Session 2: November 20th – January 4th
Christmas Break: December 21st – 27th
Session 3: January 8th – February 8th
Session 4: February 12h – March 15th
Fee:
$55 per participant
Location:
Chatmoss Country Club
550 Mt Olivet Rd. Axton, VA 24112
Age Categories:
PeeWee: Ages 5-7
Thursdays 4:00pm -4:30pm
Tweener: Ages 7-11
Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:30pm
JV: Ages 12-15
Fridays 4:00pm – 5:30pm
High School: Ages 15-18
Sundays 5:00pm – 6:30pm
BOYS & GIRLS MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE
This program is designed to prepare athletes for the match play and high school tennis and to keep their skills sharp all season long. Players will meet weekly (scheduled for Wednesday) for practice conducted by a SATA coach, which will include 90 min of drills, cardio and play. Also, we will compete against other private/public schools in the area. Currently Matches are scheduled for March 5th and 11th against Hargrave Academy.
This program will accommodate middle school, high school JV players and individuals not able to compete on or don’t have a high school program. Intermediate Skill level is recommended and you must be able to serve and keep score. Program size is limited and cost is $65.
Sessions:
Dates: Starts Wed. February 18th
Boys and Girls Middle School/High School Tennis League program last 5 weeks.
Fee:
$65 per participant
Location:
G.W. High School and away matches
Time:
Wednesdays 4-5:30pm
SATA High Performance Program
For Competitive Juniors.
The program will emphasize modern stroke mechanics and Match play strategy along with intensive drills and strength & conditioning. This program will also provide a pathway to USTA matches in the region, Individual player Grants and USTA Camps.
To be considered for these opportunities, a player must be training and competing in tournaments year-round and also meet at least one of the following requirements :
- Ranked in the Top 300 USTA National
- Ranked in Top 20 in his/her section age category
- Have an ITF ranking
- Have an ATP / WTA ranking).
Invitation only program. Please email us at info@southsideareatennis.org if you are interested!
Session:
HPP is a 7-week-long program, running in the spring, summer and fall.
Next program: Starts after the High School season has concluded (usually late May or early June) (7 weeks long)
*Requires a SATA coaches recommendation to register.
Fee:
$75 per participant
Location:
George Washington High School
Time:
Friday evenings – 5pm-6:30pm
Adult Team Tennis
This fun competitive league is Co-ed and for playing levels from intermediate to advanced. This league offers a great way for all levels and abilities to play in a flexible and fun format. This 6-week season will be played at Stratford Tennis Club on Tuesday Nights at 6pm. This league will finish with an all-team championship. Click the sign up now link for more info.
Sessions:
Next Session:
Starts Early May
This is a 6 week mixed doubles league that takes place on Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 8pm. There will be two teams with 9 people each. If you are interested in being a team captain please note that on your registration form.
Fee:
$30 (Stratford Members) $50 (Non-members)
Location:
Stratford Tennis Club
Time:
6-8pm
SPRING BREAK CAMP
This will be a fun and instructional camp for kids on spring break. We will introduce the sport of tennis to beginners and also work with all levels of players to continue to develop their tennis skills. We might also mix in a few special events and have a surprise visitor or two. For ages 5-18.
Sessions:
Next session will be April 6th-10th 2026
Annual 1 week program for youth that includes a one week session in April.
Fee:
$80 per participant
Location:
Ballou Park Courts
Time:
Daily 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Spring Break High School JV and Varsity Tennis Camp
This camp is geared towards Middle School or High School players looking to keep their skills sharp over the break and also concentrate on improving stoke development.
Sessions:
Next session will be April 6th-10th 2026
Annual 1 week program
Fee:
$80 per participant
Location:
Ballou Park Courts
Time:
Daily 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.
SUMMER BREAK CAMP
This is a fun and instructional camp for kids of all ages. We will introduce the sport of tennis to beginners and also work with all levels of players to continue to develop their tennis skills. We might also mix in a few special events and have a surprise visitor or two!
Sessions:
Annual 2-week program for youth that includes one week session in June, and one week in July. 2026 dates are June 8-12th (session I) and Session II (July 6-10)
Fee:
$80 per participant
Location:
Ballou Park Courts
Time:
Daily 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
ADULT RED BALL
Adult Red Ball Tennis is a FUN adult social experience designed to bring new players to the court and have them playing the game in 10 minutes! With modified equipment and an all-inclusive package, Adult Red Ball Tennis supercharges the success of each player and brings a new level of fitness and energy to all involved.
Sessions:
Classes last 1 hr and are ongoing at George Washington High School tennis courts in Danville VA.
Fee:
Free
Location:
GW Tennis Courts
Time:
Mondays 5:30-6:30pm
Interested in Our Programs?
Thank you for your interest in these programs. If you would like to join our waitlist for any of these program while we finalize our schedule, please fill out the form below or contact us at info@southsideareatennis.org.
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