AGES:
Ages 5-8 Category
This category is personalized for children in the 5 to 8 age range. The objective is to introduce them to the basic principles of tennis as well as develop their athletic abilities in a fun and encouraging way. Our coaches will teach them fundamental stroke techniques while also incorporating fun games and activities that focus on hand-eye coordination and footwork. By making it enjoyable and minimizing any discouragement, we aim to introduce your child to a sport that excites and challenges their sport abilities.
Ages 9 & Up Category
Players will be assigned to one of the following group according to their level of skill:
BEGINNER: This class is ideal for individuals who are new to tennis or just need a refresher. The program is designed to efficiently introduce and teach basic entry-level tennis skills, while also learning different aspects of tennis like shots, scoring in singles and doubles, as well as proper positioning on the court. All will be done in a welcoming and secure space.
INTERMEDIATE: Our intermediate category focuses on building off of the basics of tennis by diving deeper into the fundamentals and gameplay of tennis. Students will partake in various court drills and informative supervised play for an interactive learning experience. The ultimate objective is to equip and motivate them for potential participation in middle school tennis teams
ADVANCED: The advanced program is designed for skilled junior players that are actively participating in tournaments. This class focuses on recognizing and establishing a strong technical foundation by prioritizing strategy, tactics, and playing patterns. Our trained coaches use challenging and informative court drills, conditioning exercises and match play to bring out the best in each player's skills
WHEN:
Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm
Friday 9:00am-12pm
WHAT TO BRING:
Sack lunch, tennis racket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, swimsuit and towel. We will have water coolers available for refills. We will have swimming available at the UIW Natatorium every Wednesday from 1-2pm with a licensed lifeguard for Intermediate and Beginner campers only.
WHERE:
Clarence Mabry Tennis Center (UIW Tennis Courts)
4301 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209
Age 5-16 *Limited Space Available
For additional information, call Jonas Andersson (310) 748-5840 or call John Newman at (210) 722-3696.
Email: Johnnewmanuiwtennis@gmail.com
This summer Tennis Camp is run by NCAA Divison 1 Coaches.
Tennis Director and UIW Men's Tennis Head Coach:
Jonas Andersson
Phone: 310-748-5840
Andersson has 30 years of coaching at all levels, including 15 years at the prestigious West End Racquet Club in Torrance, California, as well as the Beverly Hills Hotel and San Antonio Country Club.
He played for UIW for three years, during which time he won three national championships, becoming the first UIW athlete to win a national title. In 1994 he was the Rolex men’s doubles national champion, and in 1995 he won the NAIA National Singles Championship and teamed with Javier Ruiz to win the NAIA National Doubles Championship. He was an NAIA All-American in both 1995 and 1996. Andersson was inducted into the UIW Hall of Fame in 2005. Coach Andersson’s 2018 team won the first Division 1 Southland Conference title in the history of UIW. He was also awarded 2018 Southland Conference Coach of the Year. Andersson won a second D1 Southland Conference Championship in 2022. He won his third Divison 1 Southland Conference Championship in 2024 and also became the SLC Divison 1 2024 Coach of the Year.
Tennis Director:
John Newman 210 722-3696
Newman’s playing career has included stints on both the United States and European circuits. In his home state, he has won four Texas Open titles, one in singles and three in doubles with his brother Butch, the former Trinity Coach Newman also has won a singles title in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation. He has played in three US Open Championships. He won a Division 1 Championship with University of Tennessee and also coached at Vanderbilt University. 65 years of Coaching experience at all levels.
UIW Women's Tennis Head Coach:
Courtney Steinbock
Steinbock returned to her home state of Texas after head coaching stints at the University of Arkansas and the University of Houston. Prior, she served as an assistant coach at Oklahoma State, Mississippi State, Wichita State and Washington State.
During Steinbock's tenure with the Razorbacks, she coached a doubles duo to a career-high ITA ranking of No.8 in the country and an Elite 8 finish at the 2019 National Fall Championships. Steinbock has also guided multiple players on the roster to make appearances in the ITA top 125 singles rankings as well as leading four Razorbacks to compete at the prestigious 2019 All-American Championships.