Swing, Hit & Ace

An entry-level tennis program for schools and adults

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Swing, Hit & Ace is USTA Midwest’s entry-level tennis program, designed to make it easy for new players to get started through fun, game-based learning using modified equipment.
 
Now, it’s easier than ever for local organizations and facilities to bring this program to communities.
 

If you are currently running an intro-to-tennis program and are interested in transitioning to Swing, Hit & Ace, contact Tyson Thompson at tyson.thompson@midwest.usta.com.

Why run a Swing, Hit & Ace program?

Easy entry point for beginners

  • No experience needed, players learn through games and activities

Proven development model

  • Red, orange and green ball progression supports player success

Flexible program setup

  • Choose your equipment, player items and materials a la carte

Built-in support

  • USTA Midwest helps with registration, marketing and logistics

Revenue-friendly structure

  • Keep the majority of registration revenue

Program options:

Schools: Grow the game where kids are

Bring tennis directly into schools and drive traffic to your tennis programs
 
Free to schools
  • Swing, Hit & Ace in Schools is a free, after-school program delivered on-site at schools, typically consisting of four to five sessions (with flexibility to add more if needed). Students also receive complimentary water bottles.

 

Equipment provided
  • USTA Midwest provides a free equipment package to help you run the program, and it’s yours to keep for future use. The package includes 25 racquets, three dozen red balls and one roll of net tape, if needed.

 

Coach compensation
  • USTA Midwest provides $30 per session in compensation, payable to the Community Tennis Association or directly to the coach. Total compensation is capped at $150 per new school program.

 

 

Adults: Build community through play

Create a welcoming, social entry point for adult beginners.

 

Swing, Hit & Ace for Adults makes it easy to introduce tennis to new players in a fun, welcoming environment, especially those who might not have tried tennis otherwise.

 

Pilot programs have shown strong community engagement, making this a proven way to build local interest, grow participation and create a pathway into your ongoing programs and adult leagues.

 

USTA Midwest manages all registration and administrative setup
  • Section staff will set up registration through our online registration platform, Serve Tennis, and collect payment.
  • USTA keeps a $5 head tax per player, and Serve Tennis keeps 3.5% + $.50. The remainder is sent back to the provider.

 

Equipment provided
  • USTA Midwest will provide a free equipment pack to run the program. This equipment is yours to keep for future use! The equipment pack includes 16 racquets, three dozen red balls and one roll of net tape, if needed.

 

 

Juniors: Build the next generation of players and fuel your future teams

Nurture the next big thing, and create a player pipeline for school teams and programs.

USTA Midwest manages all registration and administrative setup
  • Section staff will set up registration through our online registration platform, Serve Tennis, and collect payment.
  • USTA keeps a $5 head tax per player, and Serve Tennis keeps 3.5% + $.50. The remainder is sent back to the provider.

 

Equipment available
  • Customize your program package with à la carte gifts, equipment and marketing materials
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Have questions? 

Contact Tyson Thompson at tyson.thompson@midwest.usta.com.

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