
Tennis News June 2011
Need Help with Arranging Tennis Games or finding Subs?
There is a new tool available on line, The Tenviter. It easy to use and will help save time arranging games or finding subs or a fourth for doubles. You might even use to arrange a tennis party get together and it also translates to golf as well. Think about the time wasted getting subs. You can send out an e-mail and never have to return one as the Tenviter gives the answer to all that respond. To learn more call the tennis shop and ask how to use the Tenviter. The first five who ask receive a complimentary can of tennis balls.

Holiday Cheer from the Tennis Staff
There is nothing like the Christmas Season to remind one of the gift of life. Tennis is only one of the small pleasures you can enjoy during the year and the tennis experience gains additional meaning when enjoyed with the family and friends. Your professional staff thanks you for the privilege to assist in making tennis at your club more positive. May the spirit of Christmas be with you during the good times as well as the challenging days. We hope to see you during the Holidays and the New Year. When you are playing tennis, it is always a holiday so get out and play more tennis!

The Quad Club Junior Match Program
Each week, Carriage Club kids have the opportunity to complete against kids from Kansas City Country Club, Mission Hills Country Club, and Indian Hills Country Club. Play for kids under 11 is on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:30 pm. For kids 11 and over, play is on Sunday from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Call Scott Schibig or Darren Heck to sign-up.

Tennis Parties a Great Bargain!
Members can rent the three court bubble for a tennis party on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday nights for only $100.00 for up to 2.5 hours or the two court bubble for $75.00. If you need help with food or drinks for the occasion, please work with the tennis staff. At this time, the bubbles are available for New Year's Eve.
Need a break from the traditional birthday party? Think Tennis! Birthday parties are also available from the Tennis staff. Fun, games, soccer and more with entertainment provided by the Pros. Being a tennis player is not a requirement to have a fun birthday celebration with us at the carriage club. The room above the pro shop is also available for gift unwrapping and cake eating! Call Kirkland or Scott today and ask about pricing. 816-363-6203

Drop in and Play!
A god selection of indoor court time is still available for casual tennis games. Call and book court time in advance so you are guaranteed a court upon arrival. There are many open times for casual play on Saturday and Sunday. Those are good days to bring the kids down to practice or play matches. Guests of members are always welcome and there are no guest fees. Enjoy the courts during the holidays!

Adult Tennis Clinics
For the month of January, there will be two Tennis Clinic opportunities to elevate your tennis game. Situation drills, doubles strategy and stroke development will all be addressed. These clinics will be offered on Tuesdays, 10:30 am to 11:30 am and on Saturdays, 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Holiday Junior Tennis Camp
Let the kids unwind from Christmas and get out and polish their tennis game. It is a three day tennis camp, December 27-29, 10:30 am to 2:00 pm. Sign-up early as it is a popular activity. The camp is for kids from ages 6 to 14 years of age. Kids will experience tennis drills, matches, games to enhance skills as well as other camp activities. Call the Pro Shop to express your interest at 816-363-6203.

The Annual Adult Winter Carnival
This event is held under the Tennis Bubble, January 28 starting at 6:30pm. There is a large assortment of games played; ping-pong, bowling, putting, basketball, puff ball, poker, soft tennis, regular tennis, and much more. After the games, there is an optional dinner and awards celebration in the Zamboni Bar. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres are available during the games. You are guaranteed to have fun! Sign-up is at the tennis Pro Shop. Guests are welcome. Cost is $20.00.
Indoor Tennis
Court Time available for casual Play Monday - Sunday
Court rental rates: Non prime time $26.00 per hour
Prime time $28.00 per Hour
Junior Walk on rate is 1/2 price
Play with the Pros
Every Friday, 9:30 to 11:00, members and there guest have the opportunity to play with members of the Pro Staff. While playing the Pros coach on doubles strategy as well as give individual tips. Players will learn to be better thinkers on the court, smarter tennis players as well master court positioning so they won't be saying "nice shot as often".
Call the Tennis Shop, 816-363-6203 to make a reservation. Cost is $25 per person
Cardio Tennis
Our Cardio Classes continue through the summer.
Three classes are offered at this time:
Tues. Morning 8:30 to 9:30 Winter time Oct - March
Tues. Evening 6:00 to 7:00
Sat. Morning 8:30 to 9:30

Carriage Club Tennis - Pro Shop Hours
Monday thru Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(Pro Shop hours will be extended if court activity requires it.)

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