URBANA - Ready to get back into shape for summer tennis? Atkins Tennis Center spring tennis clinics begin on February 19. Registration is now open and can be done on the center's online reservation system at https://atkins.clubautomation.com
Various skill and age-appropriate groups are available throughout the week to shake off the winter rust before the upcoming outdoor tennis season.
New to the sport? There is an adult class on Mondays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for beginners or those just picking up a racquet for the first time.
On Monday's and Wednesdays, Atkins host drill sessions for competitive junior players, usually 16 years-old or younger, and high school players.
For more information on Atkins' tennis programs and services, follow this link to the Spring session brochure at https://fightingillini.com/documents/2023/12/18/2024_Spring_Clinics.pdf.
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