By Cory Sekine-Pettite
After the winter we’ve experienced, we can’t think of a better way for your kids to enjoy warmer, sunnier weather than going to a summer tennis camp. Plus, they’ll be learning from top teaching pros and college coaches who will help them improve their game. So, we asked some of the best camps in the region to share with us their schedules, best features, and any other pertinent details. Spots will be filling up soon, so find your top choice and register ASAP!
Coach Jamie Hunt’s Bulldog Tennis Camp
The Georgia Bulldog Tennis Camp will be held at The Dan Magill Tennis complex and offers campers an exciting, fun-filled experience for all levels of play. With decades of experience, the coaching staff will teach the basic fundamentals for the beginners. For the intermediate players, refinement of the fundamentals: footwork, grips, strokes, and strategy will be taught. The advanced players will be trained with the same drills and intensity level that the UGA coaches use to train their college players. The University’s professional and experienced staff is dedicated to creating lifelong memories while providing top-notch instruction and teaching the great sport of tennis in a safe, supportive environment. Each camper will have a challenging, enriching, and enjoyable camp experience. The first-class tennis complex has 12 outdoor courts, as well as a new, state-of-the-art air-conditioned indoor facility with six courts. For more information or to sign up, visit bulldogtenniscamp.com, or email jhunt@sports.uga.edu.
Dates:
- Session I: 6/15 – 6/19
- Session II: 6/22 – 6/26
- Session III: 7/13 – 7/17
Pricing:
- Residents: (Age 10 by Sept. 1, 2025) – $1,125
- Extended Day Campers: (9 a.m. – 8 p.m.) – $850
- Day Campers: (9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) – $750
- Boys of All Abilities Ages 9-18 (limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender)
Yellow Jacket Tennis Camps
Yellow Jacket Tennis Camps are a challenging, fun time for boys and girls between the ages of 9-18. Georgia Tech aims to enhance each camper’s skills through morning instruction and afternoon match play. The camp will stress the importance of sound fundamentals and strategy. Campers will be split into groups/teams based on age and ability level. Instructors include the head and assistant coaches of the men’s and women’s Georgia Tech Tennis Teams.
Camps will take place at Ken Byers Tennis Complex at 960 Fowler Street NW, Atlanta, GA. All campers will receive a t-shirt. For more information, email contactus@yellowjackettenniscamp.com, or call 678.634.4844.
Dates:
- Session 1 (day camp): June 2-5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Session 2 (day camp): June 9-12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Session 2 (overnight camp): June 8-12, 5 p.m. drop off Sunday, 3 p.m. pick up Thursday
- Session 3 (day camp): June 16-19, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Session 4 (day camp): June 23-26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Pricing:
- Day Camp Session: $495
- Overnight Camp Session: $950
ACE Tennis Academy
ACE Summer Tennis Camps are offered in Peachtree Corners, Alpharetta, and Johns Creek. Camps begin the last week of May and continue through early August. ACE offers morning camps for recreational players and full-day camps for tournament players.
Jeff Weaver and his staff have been developing top-ranked juniors since 1994. ACE players have won more than 35 national titles, including 12 Gold Balls (national championships).
Please check out ACETennisAcademy.net. For information or registration, please contact Shannon at manager@acetennisacademy.net.
Sandy Springs Racquet Center Summer Camp
The Sandy Springs Racquet Center (SSRC) Summer Camp, run by the Tennis Academy of the South (TAS) — one of the oldest and most reputable tennis training programs in the South — provides an engaging experience for children aged 5 to 14, both on and off the court. Campers will take part in captivating arts and crafts while developing their tennis skills through fun and innovative drills and games. And that’s not all! Campers will also enjoy playing pickleball and ping pong, leading up to an exciting multi-sport tournament. These weekly camps cater to players of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
The camp is open from May 27 through August 1. Choose half-day or full-day options, priced from $260 to $450. Campers will be organized by age and skill level, with drills emphasizing essential skills such as footwork, stroke production, shot selection, and tactics. They will also acquire fundamental match play skills. The week will culminate in a Tournament Fun Day on Friday.
Details:
SSRC Summer Camp offers half-day and full-day camps:
- Early Session (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Afternoon Session (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.)
- Full-day Session (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
For more information and to register, visit Leagues.bluesombrero.com/sandyspringstennis, call 678.224.8810, or email sstc.registrar@gmail.com.
ITA Atlanta Summer Camps
ITA Atlanta offers several camp options this year. ITA Atlanta Kids Racket Sports Camp offers an exciting mix of tennis, pickleball, padel, ping-pong, and more! Perfect for beginners and kids already familiar with racquet sports, this camp combines expert coaching with fun, skill-building activities to help your child improve their game and build confidence. ITA Atlanta Kids Summer Day Camp has it all! From multi-sport activities and arts & crafts to movies, stretching & yoga, and board games, every day is packed with fun and excitement. This camp creates the perfect balance of active play, creativity, and relaxation, ensuring your child has an unforgettable summer.
ITA also offers High Performance Tournament Training camps for those looking to develop their game and prepare for tournaments over the summer. Check their website for more information. Visit: itaatl.com, or call 470.421.2402, or email info@itaatl.com.
Details:
- Ages: 5-12
- Weekly: Mon-Fri, June 2-27 & July 7 – Aug. 1
- Camp: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Early Drop 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.
- Fees: Racket Sports Camp – $395; Summer Day Camp – $320; Early Care – $75
Universal Tennis Academy Camps 2025
Universal Tennis Academy (UTA) in Atlanta offers summer tennis camps throughout Atlanta. UTA has trained all levels of players, from ALTA champions and NCAA competitors to ATP/WTA touring professionals in a fun, exciting, and educational environment. UTA Tennis Camps are offered at the locations listed.
UTA holds summer camp every week of the summer, starting the week of Memorial Day. Both half-day and full-day tennis camps are offered. For more information, visit utatennis.com, call 470.430.1439, or email camps@utatennis.com.
- Agnes Scott College
- Blackburn Park Tennis Center
- James Creek Tennis Center
- Legacy Park
- Smoke Rise Country Club
Details:
- Ages 4-14, co-ed
- May 27-30, June 2-6, June 9-13, June 16-20, June 23-27, June 30-July 3, July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, and Jul 28-Aug 1, Aug 4-8.
