WRC Tennis Camps

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November 8–9 | The Art of Poaching

Feature Focus: Mastering anticipation, timing, and movement to dominate at the net.

This camp is focused on reading opponents, timing your moves, and positioning yourself to intercept and finish points at the net. Learn how to anticipate plays and poach with confidence to control rallies and pressure your opponents.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00–9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15–10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15–11:15am
Doubles intensive drills:

• Poaching anticipation and timing drills

• Reading opponent cues for interception opportunities

• Transitioning from baseline to net with confidence

11:15am–12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00–1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00–3:00pm
Coach-supervised match play

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December 6–7 | Lobs, Angles & Disruption

Feature Focus: Breaking up patterns with variety and clever shot placement.

This camp focuses on using creativity and variation to throw off your opponents’ rhythm. Learn how to use lobs, sharp angles, and changes in pace to open the court and take control of the point.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Lob and angle placement patterns

• Using trajectory and height to disrupt rhythm

• Creating variety through slice and off-speed shots

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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January 17–18 | Command the Court

Feature Focus: Establishing dominance with positioning, presence, and strategy.

This camp helps players take control of the game by mastering court positioning and strategic dominance. Learn how to dictate rallies, maintain composure, and use smart placement to control every point.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Controlling the middle and forcing weaker replies

• Using positioning to dominate the court

• Maintaining composure while dictating play

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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February 14–15 | Doubles IQ

Feature Focus: Reading the game, recognizing patterns, and thinking two shots ahead.

Learn how to outsmart your opponents by predicting their next move. This camp builds tactical awareness, pattern recognition, and smart shot selection for doubles success.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Recognizing and exploiting opponent tendencies

• Setting traps and planning two shots ahead

• Building awareness through live scenarios

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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March 14–15 | One Step Ahead

Feature Focus: Anticipation drills and court awareness to predict and disrupt opponents’ plans.

Develop the ability to read plays early and respond before your opponents expect it. This camp sharpens reaction time, positioning, and quick decision-making to stay one move ahead.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Reading opponent cues for early movement

• Rapid response positioning drills

• Anticipating shot patterns in live play

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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April 25–26 | Cover the Gaps

Feature Focus: Identifying and closing team positioning holes before opponents exploit them.

This camp builds strong doubles teamwork and communication. Learn how to anticipate gaps, move as a unit, and protect vulnerable areas on the court.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Rotational coverage and partner coordination

• Reading ball direction to close open space

• Anticipating and sealing gaps before attack

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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May 23–24 | Volley Variety

Feature Focus: Adding drop volleys, angle volleys, and reflex blocks to your net game.

This camp enhances your control and creativity at the net. Learn how to use touch, angle, and reaction to finish points efficiently and apply pressure during quick exchanges.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Drop volley placement and touch control

• Creating sharp angles and offensive volleys

• Reflex volleys and quick-hand exchanges

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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June 13–14 | Disruptive Doubles

Feature Focus: Using off-speed, slice, lob, and short angles to mess with opponent rhythm.

This camp focuses on unpredictability and variety. Learn to use changing pace, spin, and angles to force opponents out of rhythm and take control of the rally tempo.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Mixing slice and topspin for rhythm disruption

• Using short angles and trajectory changes

• Forcing awkward contact points through pace variation

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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July 5 | Play with Purpose

Feature Focus: Making intentional decisions with every shot, movement, and position.

This camp helps you play smarter, not harder. Learn how to identify high-value shots, construct points deliberately, and make every move on court with purpose and clarity.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Shot selection and intention awareness drills

• Constructing points with smart decision-making

• Controlling rally flow with purposeful positioning

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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July 25-26 | All-Court Awareness

Feature Focus: Seeing the whole court; your space, your partner’s, and your opponents’ gaps.

This camp helps you develop greater awareness of the entire court. Learn how to recognize open spaces, improve your positioning, support your partner more effectively, and identify opportunities before they happen to gain a tactical advantage in doubles play.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Court scanning and awareness development drills

• Recognizing and attacking open spaces

• Improving partner positioning and court coverage

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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August 22-23 | Dominate the Net

Feature Focus: Positioning, anticipation, and execution to win at the front of the court.

This camp is designed to help you take control of the net and become a more aggressive doubles player. Learn how to move confidently into attacking positions, anticipate your opponents' next shot, and finish points effectively with strong net play.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Net positioning and movement pattern drills

• Volley technique and finishing exercises

• Anticipation and poaching decision-making drills

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play

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September 26-27 | Team Transitions

Feature Focus: Moving from defense to offense as a team — net movement, resets, and timing.

This camp focuses on helping you and your partner transition effectively throughout the point. Learn how to recognize attacking opportunities, recover from defensive situations, move together as a team, and use smart positioning to take control of rallies.

Camp Schedule:

8:50am
Please arrive at the Whistler Racket Club no later than 8:50am, ready to go on court for a 9am start.

9:00-9:15am
Physical warm-up

9:15-10:15am
Tennis warm-up & skill-building exercises

10:15-11:15am
Doubles intensive drills

• Defensive reset and recovery drills

• Transitioning from baseline to net as a team

• Movement timing and coordinated court positioning exercises

11:15am-12:00pm
Tactical implementation during practice points

12:00-1:00pm
Lunch break

1:00-3:00pm
Coach supervised match play