For those of you already planning ahead to the warmer months…
The tentative dates for tennis camp this summer will be June 17 – August 9, 2019. For complete information and to register click the link below.
As summer comes to a close everyone has been asking…
We will be doing a continuation of summer camp Every Sunday in the fall beginning August 26 and concluding when the weather no longer permits us to be outside at Fox Chapel High School.
Fall 2018 Camp Registration Form – CLICK HERE
Register Online for Fall 2018 Camp – CLICK HERE
Camp dates for the Fall of 2018 are every Sunday beginning August 26th and concluding when the weather does not allow us to be outdoors any longer. CLICK HERE to view the camp flyer and CLICK HERE to register your son or daughter online.
Tennis camp has grown tremendously over the past few years. I thank you for that because it is people just like you who took the time to share your experiences with your friends and family. In the summer we reached near full capacity especially in the intermediate and advanced groups. If you plan on attending please register your child early to avoid any conflicts and allow me to best plan for an excellent experience.
Sticking with the driving metaphors… This concept also comes from Tim Elmore’s Blog, Growing Leaders. In Tim’s book, which I highly recommend Habitudes for the Journey he explains this concept of Windshields & Rearview Mirrors. Basically when you drive a car you can see behind you through the rearview mirror and in front of you through the windshield. The rearview mirror is wonderful to glance at to see where you have been but spend too much time gazing behind you and you end up crashing! When driving a car it is definitely best to focus on what is in front of you. The same is true for life.
What a profound metaphor for a tennis athlete as well. It never hurts to glance back at past accomplishments and successes because they can help you in understanding where you have been and where you are going. However, it is best to focus most of your attention on looking ahead to what is to come. This mindset sets the stage for a wonderful source of energy and long-term motivation. It also keeps focus on the process of getting better day-in and day-out.
One of the tennis players I have had the absolute privilege to coach, Kelly Capone, was just awarded the Pittsburgh Positive Athlete Award!
http://www.fcasdathletics.org/fcasd_news/positive-athlete-award-winner/