Red Ball 1 is our first stage class for 5-8 year old beginners. Using larger and softer balls and a smaller court, kids begin to learn the basics of tennis including stroke production, footwork and cooperative play through games and drills designed to promote early success. The class introduces students to all parts of the game and is designed to prepare them for Red II, where they will utilize the skills developed in this class.  After 1-2 sessions of this class, or with previous experience, most students are ready for the challenge of Red II, although some will feel more comfortable with extra sessions of this class. The class is 45 minutes long, and children should have their own 21 or 23 inch racquet. Classes are capped at a 6:1 student to instructor ratio.