WSVN — Kids are serving it up at Turnberry Isle in Aventura!
From little tikes to teens, players of all ages are encouraged to hit the court!
Gustavo Oribe: "We have all the levels from the recreational side to the pre-competitive and competitive side."
The 10-week summer program keeps kids active all day long!
Gustavo Oribe: "We try and create a program for them where we touch on every single aspect of their game."
And who better to learn from than one of the world's former top players?
Guillermo Canas was a top ten player for years.
Guillermo Canas: "I played with Federer, I beat him twice, no three times. I played with Nadal."
Canas retired from professional tennis in 2009 and now shares his experience on the court with the kids.
Guillermo Canas: "In the beginning, you can see if they have the potential to be professional."
14-year-old Tomas picked up a racquet at a young age.
Tomas Kuskunov: "I've been playing since I was 7."
His game is improving and his goal is to be number 1 one day. But he says anyone can enjoy the game!
Tomas Kuskunov: "It's an amazing sport, really fun, you get physically fit."
Leo is here from Mexico City. The 16-year-old loves playing tennis.
Leonardo Ortega: "I like the energy it has, I like pretty much everything about it."
He is excited about camp this summer and sees tennis in his future.
Leonardo Ortega: "Get a scholarship in a good college and if I can I will try to go pro."
But whether your child is a potential pro or just likes to hit the ball, this camp is a win-win!
The idea is that they have fun, that's the number one thing, that they feel the connection with the sport."
The tennis program starts in June and runs through August.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Turnberry Isle Miami19999 West Country Club DriveAventura, FL 33180|Tel: (305) 816-6692www.turnberryislemiami.com