OH : COLUMBUS (Hilliard Darby High School)
4.7 Stars – Based on 13 User Reviews
Day Camp with Half Day option
One of the most popular tennis camps in Central Ohio, the Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camp at our Columbus, OH location, offers 4 weeks of incredible fun and tennis training at the Hilliard Darby High School. Coming off of back-to-back sold-out summers under the guidance of long-time college coach Marc Wurtzman, this tennis camp is a summer event not to miss. Previously hosted at The Capital University, this camp offers something for everyone with full and half day options.
Each camper receives personal attention, advanced teaching techniques, intensive drill work, and game/match play, all in a fun and competitive environment. We break the campers into small instructional groups of similar age and ability, so each child is working in a group that is commensurate with their experience level. We tailor each program to the level of the players. Beginners get a heavy dose of swing technique and fundamentals, while more advanced players focus on strategy, point building, percentage tennis, etc.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAMP INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive instructional program with daily teaching progressions
- Small instructional groups to ensure individual attention
- Safety prioritized on and off court
- Camp demo program with all the latest Wilson rackets
- Great Wilson Raffle and prizes for all campers
CAMP DETAILS
CAMP DATES:
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- Session I: June 10-14, 2024
- Session II: June 17-21, 2024
- Session III: July 8-12, 2024
FEES:
- Full Day: $525 per week
- Half Day: $395 per week
TIMES:
- Full Day Option: Monday – Friday 9am – 4:00pm
- Half Day Option: Monday – Friday 9am – Noon
AGES:
- Boys and Girls ages 7-18 of all skill levels.
- Camps are open to any and all
Camp Program:
Our tennis camps are designed to focus on the fundamentals and swing techniques of modern tennis strokes. We tailor the instruction to the skill level and experience of each level of player. Some of the areas of focus for each level include:
- Beginners:Â The beginning-level player will be introduced to the basics of the game. Emphasis will be placed on stroke production and the technical aspects of the swing to teach these young players sound fundamentals from the ground up.
- Intermediate:Â Intermediate-
level players will also focus on stroke production (to ensure proper technique) and be introduced to gameplay situations to introduce these players to the competitive side of the game. - High School / Tournament:Â Â High school (both varsity and JV) and tournament players will focus on the strategic and competitive aspects of the game. Although swing fundamentals are featured, emphasis will also feature point building, court positioning, patterns of play, and live ball drill work.
MORE INFORMATION
Inclement Weather:
- N/A
Ratio:
- This camp features a 5:1 ratio
Grouping:
- Kids are grouped by skill, age and experience. Often these groups change throught the course of the camp.
FAQ's
Q: Are there Skill Requirements for this camp?
Per NCAA rules, our sports camps are open to all entrants. Enrollment is limited only by age, grade level, gender, and capacity restrictions as specified by each camp.
Q: What type of campers attend this camp?
Our camps are open to all levels of tennis players. We have players from absolute beginner to high school / Tournament level.
We design our camps to teach the technical basics and love of the game to the beginning player, to introduce strategical decision making, and more advanced technique to the intermediate player, while building on their current stroke production, and to put the advanced players into pressured, strategical and competitive situations.
Q. What is the ratio of campers to staff?
Groups will be divided into small instructional groups of approximately 5-6: 1 camper to coach. Some camps/sessions offer higher or lower ratios based on the curriculum.
Q. If the camp is full, do you have a waiting list?
To be added to the waitlist, please register here (there is no fee to join the waitlist).
Q. Should I purchase camp/cancellation insurance?
We recommend all families purchase camp/cancellation insurance if they are concerned about the investment they are making in the camp. Kids do get injured, sick and family plans change from the time of registration leading up to the camp. Camp insurance allows peace of mind and has many benefits in any of these events. Please review our policies page for more information about camp/cancellation insurance. Click Here
Swimming:
- This camp does not offer swimming as an option.
Safety:
- Â Camp safety is our number one priority. All efforts are made to ensure that the kids are safe throughout the camp. Safety will be prioritized over tennis and activities when necessary. The camp, Wilson Sporting Goods, Premier Sports camps and its coaches and universities are not responsible for personal items brought to camp.
Camp Notes:
- None at this time.
PERTINENT INFORMATION FOR CAMP CHECK-IN
Times:
- Full Day Option: Monday – Friday 9am – 4:00pm
- Half Day Option: Monday – Friday 9am – Noon
Camp Check-In:
- Check-in / Drop off Time: 8:45am on the first day; 9:00am remainder of the week
- Check-in / Drop off Location: Hilliard Darby High School
- Check-in / Drop off Address: 4200 Leppert Rd Hilliard, OH 43026
Camp Check-Out:
- Check-out / Pick up Time: 4:00pm daily for Full Day Campers / 12:00pm daily for half day campers
Camp Dorm:
- Not Applicable – This is a day camp only and does not offer residentail options as part of the camp
Roommate Requests:
- Not Applicable – This is a day camp only and does not offer residentail options as part of the camp
Meals:
- No meals provided. Full day campers should pack a lunch daily.
Packing List:
- Day Campers:
- Tennis Racket
- Tennis Shoes
- Sun Screen
- Hat / Visor
- Water bottle
- Signed Medical Form (dowload here – https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/)
- Signed Liabililty Form if you did not complete online during registraion (dowload here –https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/)
FORMS & ACCOUNTS
Liability Forms:
- Your Liability Waiver was signed during the registration process and is complete as long as you registered online. If you did not sign up with an account online – this form can be downloaded at https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/
Medical Forms:
- Each camper must have a completed and signed medical form brought to check-in on the first day of camp. – Download Form here
A physical exam is not required for campers. If the camper needs medical or disability accommodations, including significant food allergies that require special meals, please email the office. This form can be downloaded at https://www.wilsontenniscamps.com/camp-forms/
MEET YOUR COACHES
Camp Director:
Marc Wurtzman –Â
Columbus/Bexley
Long time college coach Marc Wurtzman heads the Columbus camp. Coach Wurtzman was previously the head coach at Capital University and had extremely successful coaching stops at Ohio State University, University of Wisconsin, and Kenyon College.
Wurtzman is a 1998 graduate from The Ohio State University, where he was a four-year letterman for the Buckeyes. Upon graduation, he ranked inside the top-20 in career singles wins (68) and currently ranks 27th on that list. As a senior, Wurtzman was named team captain and was OSU’s top-flight singles player.
Following his graduation, he spent one year playing professionally. His most notable win while on tour was against Fernando Gonzales, previously a top-10 player in the world.
STAFF
The coaching staff of the Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camp in Columbus, OH is one of the strongest and most well respected in the country. Consisting of top collegiate coaches and players, the staff is handpicked for their ability to teach and relate to young players in a friendly, thorough and responsible manner.
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CAMP REVIEWS
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
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DAILY SCHEDULE
The following schedules are sample schedules of our camps. These are provided to give a rough idea of how each camp is programmed throughout the day.
| TRADITIONAL WEEKS: | |
|---|---|
| 9:00-9:30AM | Warm Up, Stretching, Olympic Team Relay Races/Games |
| 9:30-11:30AM |
Drills, Instruction, Technique, Strategy, Point Play |
| 11:30AM-Noon | Olympic Team Games, Match Play, Fun Games |
| Noon | Half Day Campers Pick Up Time |
| Noon-1:00PM | Lunch Inside Darby High School (Packed) |
| 1:00PM-1:30PM | Warm Up, Stretching, Games |
| 1:30PM-3:00PM | Point Play And Match Play |
| 3:00PM-4:00PM | Team Games, Fun Activity, Point/Match Play |
| 4:00PM | Dismissal |