Dr. Tim Harvey, Executive Director

Contact by e-mail: Tim Harvey

News -- December 2001: Tim Harvey Receives USTA Maryland District Maury Schwartzman Award for Player Development. The Award is named for long time Baltimore area teaching professional Maury Schwartzman. The Schwartzman award embodies dedication over the years to the tennis teaching profession with an emphasis on developing junior players. Tim has taught juniors, and adults as well, in many settings, including camps, colleges, and at private clubs. He was the Mid-Atlantic Pro of the Year in 1989. His vast teaching experience and background make him uniquely qualified as a tennis instructor and very deserving of this award. Tim, who is a United States Professional Tennis Association Certified Professional, has earned a Master's Degree in Physical Education from the University of North Carolina, and was awarded his Doctorate in Sports Psychology from the University of Maryland. Tim was selected as one of four tennis coaches for the 1993, 1994, and 1995 United States Olympic Committee's Olympic Festival. Tim has been the Head Tennis Coach at Trinity College in Washington, DC and one of only approximately ten USTA National NTRP verifiers. We are extremely fortunate and proud to have an individual with Tim's qualifications directing our Club.
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Brian Fankhauser, Director of Tennis

Contact by e-mail: Brian Fankhauser

Brian is a United States Professional Tennis Association Certified Professional who graduated from Emporia State University, an NCAA Division II program, where he earned a Bachelor of Science, Business Management. During his collegiate career, he won the NAIA District 10 Singles and Doubles Championships and played in the National Championships in 1992. He directed his own USTA/National Junior Tennis League for five years and was the Kansas District Coordinator for the program in 1993. He is also a member of Wilson Racquet Sports Advisory Staff and a former certified USTA/NTRP Mid-Atlantic Verifier. Since 2007, Brian has been on the Board of Directors of Clarksburg Sports Association, a non-profit that offers 17 sports and has thousands of youth participants. Most recently Brian was named the 2010 USTA/Maryland Teaching Pro of the Year. In his 19th year as Director of Tennis, Brian continues to improve and intensify the level of junior play and coordinates excellent junior and adult programs. Brian, his wife Kristian, daughter Lexi (age 10) and son Alex (age 6) live in Clarksburg, MD.
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The Life of Brian Before QOSTC
Brian's family Photos
Brian's most famous student: Arnav Dhingra

John Kircher, Senior Staff Professional

John is a USPTA certified professional and has been teaching and coaching tennis almost fifteen years. He played all four years of varsity high school tennis at DeMatha Catholic H.S. Recently, John worked as Assistant Head Professional at River Falls Swim and Tennis for eight years. John has worked with all levels of players from tiny-tots to nationally ranked juniors, mens and ladies team tennis and has helped numerous juniors achieve their goal of making high school varsity teams. He has a degree in Graphic Advertising from Maryland College of Art & Design. John lives in the New Market area with his wife Roxanne and daughters Quinn, Reese and looks forward to being a part of the Quince Orchard Swim and Tennis family for many years to come.
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Michael Cianflone, Associate Tennis Professional

Mike's international and extensive tennis teaching experience bring a distinctive quality to the club. Formally, the Director of Tennis/Head Tennis Professional at QOSTC from 1979 through 1982, Mike was certified by Victor A. Edwards, co-founder of the Australian Professional Tennis Association and V.A.E.T.S. International Academy, Roseville N.S.W., Australia. Mike was also the Tennis Director of V.A.E.T.S. Academy Ackland, New Zealand branch. Starting in 2007, Mike became a guest tennis professional, teaching at 4 & 5 star resorts in Jamaica, Cancun, and Mexico. Mike graduated from Florida International  University in Miami, Florida with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering. Mike earned a spot on the Varsity Tennis team which was ranked 4th, nationally in the NCAA Division II. Currently, Mike is a Regional Vice President, an Independent Representative with Primerica Inc., a Financial Services Company and lives in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Mike has 2 daughters Carisa and Liana. Mike's love for the game and enthusiasm for tennis has brought him back home to QOSTC. 
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Jerome Pajot, Associate Tennis Professional

Jerome is one of our tennis staff members who joined Quince Orchard Swim and Tennis Club in 2010.  He has been teaching tennis since 2006 and is involved in both youth and adult programs offered at QOSTC.  In addition to tennis, Jerome has a passion for martial arts, in which he has 18 years of experience.  He has studied a variety of styles and along the way earned a 1st degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a 3rd degree black belt in Tang Soo Do.  Jerome attended Bentley College where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and currently lives in the Clarksburg area with his wife and two daughters. 

Steve Brooks, Tennis Professional

Steve is a USPTA and  USPTRcertified professional who started his tennis career in the mid 1990's. Steve has taught tennis at Regency Sport & Health Country Glen Swim and  Tennis, Potomac Tennis Club, Worldgate Tennis, Manor Country Club, Kenwood Country Club, Argyle Country Club, Georgetown Prep Tennis Club and most notably at the Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Bradenton, Fla.Steve was ranked top 20 Mid-Atlantic 40 and over in 2002. He now spends his days working in sales plus Sunday afternoons and an evening or two a week at QOSTC.

Guillermo Osorio, Tennis Professional

A native of Lima, Peru, he began his coaching career in 1980 serving under the orders of Lorenzo Barreno "El Trujillano" and Guillermo Arraya, two recognized tennis coaches from Peru. He worked as a Tennis Instructor at Tennis Academies, Private Clubs and for seven years (before arriving in the US in  2003). He worked as a private tennis coach for the recognized "El Club Campestre El Haras" in Lima, Peru. He also studied Philosophy in "La Facultad de Teologia Pontificia y Civil de Lima" between 1985 and 1988. Guillermo and his wife Leyla live in Olney, MD. He has two children, his older son Favio played #1 Varsity Singles for 3 years at Northwest High School and played #1 Varsity Singles at NCAA Division I Mount Saint Mary's University on full scholarship. His younger son, Guillermo Jr. played #1 singles for Sherwood High School. Guillermo has over 30 years of experience teaching tennis to every age and ability level.

Little Tennis

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Modeled after the official USPTA “Little Tennis”, this clinic is specifically developed for ages 3 to 8 who will be split up by level and age on each court. The program is designed for young children with an emphasis on FUN and skill/stroke development. Little Tennis is the most popular children's instructional program in the United States. Properly sized junior racquets are available to use at no cost during the clinic.   Little Tennis participants will also be introduced to rally and match play from the USTA's new Quick Start Tennis. The spring session meets once a week from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday,  Friday, or Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. During the summer session, children will meet twice a week – either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. or Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Call for Saturday schedule and pricing.                     

Clinic Make - Up Policy:
Private make-ups cannot be scheduled. Missed classes can be made up by attending the alternate day clinic held within the same session.

Please print Emergency Release Form completed and returned to  the club before or on the first day each clinic for your child. Even if he or she has been in a QOSTC Program, an updated form must be completed. Thank you!

Please keep the following information in mind:

1. Tennis shoes only for children 5 years of age and older. QOSTC proshop sells childrens shoes size 11 and up ($5.00 discount for the kids registered for clinic.) Children age 4 and younger, please wear "sneakers". No street shoes, trail shoes, boots, flipflops will be allowed.

Examples of marking soled shoes that will not be allowed on our courts.

2. A reminder that when it comes to new tennis equipment, the QOSTC Pro Shop  can sell any racquet, bag, or shoes for less than Sports Authority. We can also custom fit your next racquet, stringing and tax always included. If you already have your own racquet, please put your name on the racquet and cover.

Reasons to buy at Pro Shop

3. Please make sure that your young player uses the restroom so they don't during the clinic.

4. Parents with children 3 to 4 years of age are encouraged to stay at the club during Little Tennis. All parents are invited to watch from the upstairs lounge or ask Brian about bargain an on-court parent volunteer.

5. If you have to miss a class due to illness, injury, or appointment, and want to make it up, please attend the next alternate day.  No  need to call and make reservations to do a makeup. This make- up must be within the same clinic session.

6. All clinic payments are due in full upon registration. Clinic renewals are not automatic. To continue in another session, please sign-up as soon as possible at the front desk. Please complete the client information card at the front desk if your information has changed so you will have all tennis  updated emailed to you.

Future Stars

This program is designed for players from beginner to low intermediate ability (age 9-16) with an emphasis on technique improvement. The clinic format consists of a variety of drills and competitive play designed to meet the specific needs of the player. During the Spring session, players will meet 1 ½ hours each week on Tuesday, Thursday, or Fridays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. or Saturdays 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Summer session players will meet twice a week for 1 hour, on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. or Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
(Call the Front Desk for SATURDAY Future Stars pricing)

Future Stars players will also be introduced to rally using “Quick Start Tennis” and match play.
Call for the schedule and pricing for Saturdays.

Clinic Make - Up Policy:
Private make-ups cannot be scheduled. Missed classes can be made up by attending the alternate day clinic held within the same session.

Please print Emergency Release Form completed and returned to  the club before or on the first day each clinic for your child. Even if he or she has been in a QOSTC Program, an updated form must be completed. Thank you!

Please keep the following information in mind:

1. Tennis shoes only! No chewing gum or containers without secure lids (ie. can soda). $5.00 off kids sizes and/or $10.00 Adult sizes from QOSTC proshop when your child is registered in our programs.

Examples of marking soled shoes that will not be allowed on our courts.

2. A reminder that when it comes to new tennis equipment, the QOSTC Pro Shop can sell any racquet, bag, or shoes for less than Sports Authority. We can also custom fit your next racquet, stringing and tax always included. If you already have your own racquet, please put your name on the racquet and cover.  

Reasons to buy at Pro Shop

3. If you have to miss a class due to illness, injury, or appointment, and want to make it up, please attend the next alternate day. There is no need to call to schedule make-up ,however, this make-up must be within the same clinic session.

4. All clinic payments are due in full upon registration. Clinic renewals are not automatic. To continue in another session, please sign-up as soon as possible at the front desk. Please complete the client information card at the front desk if your information has changed so you will have all tennis  updated emailed to you.

Elite Warriors

This program is a combination of the winter programs designed for intermediate to advanced level juniors who intend to play for their high school team. Elite Warriors will focus on developing consistency as a strategy, building confidence through technique drills, and playing in match situations to prepare for competitive play.  Players will meet for two hours 11:00a.m. - 1:00 p.m. each Saturday.

Please print Emergency Release Form completed and returned to  the club before or on the first day each clinic for your child. Even if he or she has been in a QOSTC Program, an updated form must be completed. Thank you!

Junior Activity Camp (JAC) age 6-9

$270.00 for summer members
$285.00 for non-members.

Families with more than one child enrolled during the same week may take 10% off the total cost of that week.

Maximum number of campers per week is 12 children to help ensure a positive week at camp!
Complete the club's "Emergency Information/Health Enrollment Form" upon registration.

June 18-June 22 June 25-June 29 July 2 - July 6 (No class on July 4th) July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27 July 30-3 August 6-10 August 13-17

INFORMATION AND REMINDERS

1. Camp starts a 9:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Please plan to pick-up your child(ren) by 3:05 p.m. to avoid surcharges.

2. Campers should enter through the main club entrance and proceed downstairs to the camp room to be greeted by the Camp Director.

3. Campers should wear shorts, t-shirts, and sneakers. Please bring a bathing suit, towel and sun screen each day.

4. Campers should bring their own lunch; drinks are optional as we provide punch/juice as needed.

5. Please be sure to indicate that your child(ren) have had all their required vaccinations per county regulations. We cannot enroll any child without this information per Maryland law.

6. Qualified instructors will provide group swim lessons four days per week. Campers will also have a "free" swim period each day and will be in the main pool unless the parents tell us otherwise. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOUR CHILD CANNOT SWIM!

7. Tennis instruction will be provided five days per week. Due to occasional extremely high court temperatures the Camp Director and Executive Director reserve the right to move the tennis instruction indoors for the health and safety of the children.

8. Each morning there will be an organized group "play period" on the club grounds or indoors designed to be first FUN, and then to enhance the child's motor skill and self-esteem development.

9. We will complete each week with a special Friday acitivity i.e. pizza day, ice cream sundae party day, etc!

10, Please be very specific and thorough when filling out the "Emergency Information/Health Enrollment Form"!

Summer Junior Tennis Camp This is the camp where junior tennis players can make huge improvements in their game. This camp is structured for campers ages 9 to 16 beginner through intermediate level (players will be grouped on court according to level). The camp will meet Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Thursdays the camp will start at 9:00 a.m. through the end of July due to home Junior Team matches. The first two hours will consist of organized instructional drills to improve technique, consistency and shot placement. From 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., campers are welcome to swim and eat their lunch. At 1:00 p.m., we go back on the court for one hour of match play. Fridays will be used for challenge games, and singles matches. USPTA Certified Tennis Professionals teaching camp with a four student per instructor ratio!      Camp weeks availabe: June 18 - June 22 June 25  - June 29 July 2 - July 6 * July 9 - July 13 July 16 - July 20 July 23 - July 27 July 30 - August 3 August 6 - August 10 August 13 - August 17 August 20 -  August 24 * No July 4, will be prorated to four days.   Camps Per Week Member: $260     Non Member: $285 Register for Tennis Camp by calling QOSTC at 301-948-3116. Pre-register for 4 or more weeks and receive a $35 discount per week.     Before and/or After Care (80% of which will be on-court tennis) This service is available any time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and /or 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. free if paid more than $110 per week for before and/or after care Cost is $10 per hour per child, Monday through Friday Must pay for before and/or  after care in advance of camp.   High School Prep Camp High School Tennis players and those who have good fundamentals are encouraged to register. Two groups minimum will be used for this special training of high intermediate to advanced level players. High School Prep Camp is held weekly all summer and follows the same schedule and pricing as Jr. Tennis Camp. (Separate registration at QOSTC front desk.)   Junior Tennis Camp Parent Information 1. Complete the club’s  Emergency Release Form  upon registration. 2. Bring to camp: Hat or visor, sunscreen, swim attire and towel if you plan to swim, lunch or money to purchase lunch from snack bar, and a water bottle.   A refrigerator is available to Jr. Campers in the upstairs lounge.  There are two water fountains (one in the clubhouse and one on court).  Bottled water is also sold at the front desk. 3. If we do not spend enough time on-court due to inclement weather (thunderstorms), I will decide the camp’s extended hours schedule.  Alternate opportunities are available if your schedule doesn’t permit. If 1 hour of a camp day is rained out on Monday or Tuesday then camp might start at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday or we might use part of the lunch hour to get in more on court tennis time if small rain delay happens. If Monday or Tuesday is completely rained out, then camp would be 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  If a total camp day occurs without on-court tennis time, then we will add hrs to Friday’s camp to make this an extra special day of clinic, challenge games, off court activities (soccer, volleyball, etc) and tournament from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. We will not cancel a camp due to “heat index” / “code red” / “air quality.”  We will make the necessary adjustments, frequent water breaks, indoor skills rotations, etc.  Remember, this is a sport and kids are much more resistant to hot weather than adults. If it is misting or the area has scattered light rain, camp will be held on-court! 4. We also have an indoor tennis curriculum that will be used sparingly.  It includes, but is not limited to:  Video analysis of players’ strokes, footwork drills, volley control drills, groundstroke focus drills and skills drills.  We also reserve the right to start camp on Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. (through July) due to home Junior Team Matches.  Campers will then get their 3-hours on court, plus they can go swimming and/or support our club’s team until 2:00 p.m. 5. QOSTC Camp Refund/Credit Policy 2012 Junior Tennis Camp Refund/Credit Policy If you cancel with notice* prior to 1 week before the start of the Junior Tennis Camp you are registered for you can choose: A refund by check (original fee minus $50 charge).  Your check will be sent to the address you provided. or A credit of the original fee toward an alternate QOSTC Junior Clinic or alternate Junior Tennis Camp 2011 week.  Your credit will expire August 25, 2012. If you cancel with 24 hour notice* (by Sunday 10:00 a.m.) before the start of the Junior Tennis Camp you are registered for you can choose: Refund by check (original fee minus $100 charge).  Your check will be sent to the address you provided. or A credit of the original fee minus $50 toward an alternate QOSTC Junior Clinic or alternate Junior Tennis Camp 2012 week.  Your credit will expire August 25, 2012. If you cancel (with notice*) after 10:00 a.m. Sunday or by 10:00 a.m. Monday of the scheduled camp week, you may be eligible for a one-day credit which can be applied toward an alternate week of the 2012 Junior Tennis Camp.  Your credit will expire August 25, 2012.Failure to attend without prior notification will forfeit any consideration of a refund or credit.  *Notice constitutes notifying the front desk during business hours and  leave a voice mail for Brian at 301-948-3116 ext. 14 with your name, date of registered camp and which refund/credit option your qualify for/choose.  If a refund should be issued, please note who the check should be made payable to, along with the mailing address. 6. Please consider the QOSTC Proshop when you purchase your tennis equipment.  Because of our Advisory Staff Professionals and Wilson Racquet Dealer Exclusive Racquet status we can usually save you $30 to $50 on performance racquets (initial stringing and tax is included with your purchase) over Dick’s or Sport Authority.  Other than our in-stock equipment we can order many brands of shoes, racquets, bags and accessories.  Help us grow the game by supporting the Proshop.  7. The Footwear Policy is strictly enforced.  Please read Rules and Regulations / Footwear Policy. Running shoes, cross trainers, sneakers, or any sole that marks our courts will not be permitted. ($5.00 off kids shoes, $10.00 off Adult shoes when registered for JR Tennis Camp.) We also have "loaner" shoes if needed. Bring a positive attitude to camp and I will guarantee that you will receive proper instruction (4 students to 1 instructor ratio) on the fundamentals and advanced stroke technique ensuring that you will improve quickly.  It will be exciting!   Brian Fankhauser, Director of Tennis       Rules and Regulations / Footwear Policy 1. Tennis Shoes Only on QOSTC Courts! No other shoes including, but not limited to: cross-trainers, running, basketball, street or casual or other sport shoes will be allowed on the new courts! Surprisingly, many recreational players might believe that "sneakers" are actually tennis shoes - but they are not! Most sneakers have soles that will mark the court surface. Even if you have regularly played tennis in your cross-trainers (never a good idea because they have NO lateral movement support) please note that you will be unable to play in anything but regulation tennis specific shoes at QOSTC. Examples of marking soled shoes that will not be allowed on our courts. 2. Please understand that all patrons are essentially paying for actual time on court. Don't request additional time from the next group, "because we are almost done and need to play just a couple more points!" Time really is money for everyone! Likewise, please don't interrupt lessons unless you have a true emergency. 3. Non-players are not allowed on the court for any reason unless as part of a special club program or at the Professional Staff's discretion. 4. Facility abuse or audible obscenities will result in court time forfeiture. Consult the tennis professional staff for any questions regarding tennis etiquette.

Match Play Programs

Quick Start Tennis June 14 through August 9, 2012 Thursdays from 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Congratulations to the QOSTC 2011 QST Team who won the Washington Kastles QST match day! Quick Start Tennis uses an exciting new format designed to keep kids in tennis by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter “36ft” court dimensions, and modified scoring all tailored to age and size. Quick Start Tennis participants should be 6-10 years old and must have some tennis experience (ie. 7 and 8 year olds that may have been in at least 2 sessions of Little Tennis). QST participants should also be in Little Tennis or private lessons to improve their skills and use QST for the team match play experience.  This program is also the feed in for the summer full court QOSTC pre – team. Member: $199.00  Season    Non-Member: $219.00  Please print Emergency Release Form completed and returned to  the club before or on the first day each clinic for your child. Even if he or she has been in a QOSTC Program, an updated form must be completed. Thank you!

Pre Team Tennis May 6 through July 22, 2012 Sundays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Member: $199.00  Season    Non-Member: $219.00  May 6 Orientation for parents and players, Team t-shirts given out, wear black shorts/skirt and practice! Team Photo!  QOSTC PRACTICE May 13 No practice. Set up match with teammate or vs your mother! May 20 QOSTC PRACTICE May 27 No practice. Play challenge match with teammate. June 3 QOSTC PRACTICE June 10 QOSTC PRACTICE June 17 QOSTC at FlowerValley          PotomacWoods  at Darnstown June 24 Darnstown at QOSTC              PotomacWoods at FlowerValley July 1 QOSTC Practice or Home match vs. Non-League opponent July 8 No League match or practice. Play a challenge match with teammate. July 15 Potomac Woods  at QOSTC      FlowerValley at Darnstown      July 22 League Finals at QOSTC (Team fun, challenge points and pizza). Practices will focus primarily on warm-ups, practice drills, scoring, sportsmanship and lots of matches. Please note this is not a teaching clinic. Players are required to be in a QOSTC clinic, camp or private lessons to improve their consistency and correct fundamentals. Parents are requested to take turns bringing refreshments and snacks for the team on match nights. One parent can volunteer to be the “Team Mom” and/or “Team Dad”.  They will coordinate team emails regarding changes/updates. This Pre-Team is match play for players 8 through 11 years old with the major emphasis on fun but also explaining rules, etiquette and sportsmanship. (6-8 yr. olds can play QST. 11 yr. olds can play JTT - See Brian or Chris to decide which Team your child is ready for.) Matches will be open gender (Singles and Doubles). Match will consist of one on the following formats depending on coach’s preference: One 5-game, no-add scoring with a 12-pt tiebreaker at 4 games all  Best of 4 games total, no-add scoring with a 12-pt tiebreaker at 2 games all. Whatever format the coaches agree to, based on # of players and # of courts Special Pre-Team Rules: If at any time the server faults the first serve then the server is entitled to throw the ball from the service line to greatly reduce the number of double faults in Pre-Team play. Players are required to have pockets or tennis ball holders and be able to serve with relative consistence, without delays and call the score each point. Coaches and parents are allowed to assist on court with scoring, rotation and tennis etiquette per coaches’ request.

Junior Team Tennis Potomac Junior Tennis League QOSTC Junior Team practices are held every Friday or Sunday from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm June 15, 2012 through July 29, 2012 (*Sunday practice by invitation only) Please read "Extra Info: Jr. Team participants (Parents Info.)" Member: $199.00  Season    Non-Member: $219.00  1st Team Practice June 15th 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Team photo/Team T-shirt handed out (wear black shorts/skirt) Arrive at Tennis match before 11:45 am.  All regular season matches begin at 12:00 pm June 21 Boys at River Falls Girls at QOSTC June 28 Boys at Potomac Girls at QOSTC July 5 Girls at Darnstown Boys at Darnstown July 12 Boys at Westleigh Girls at QOSTC July 19 Girls at Carterrock Boys at QOSTC July 24,25 1st / 2nd rounds Playoffs Site: TBA July 26 Semi-Finals and Finals of League Tournament (July 27th a.m. could be used) Potomac Swim and Tennis July 27 Boys and Girls 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (Those who lost on Tuesday /Wednesday during the playoffs can sign up for this match.) Congressional Country Club Aug. 17 Boys and Girls 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (Jr. Team players that didn't go on July 27th  get 1st chance to attend this match.) Congressional Country Club *** Schedule (dates and opponents) subject to change. Be alert at practices and check your emails for updates. ***         Following are general rules of the PJTL:    Each age group plays two singles and two doubles.    Age groups are 17 and under, 14 and under and 12 and under as of July 27,  2012    Each player may participate in up to 2 matches per Thursday.    Eight-game pro sets with ad scoring; tie-breaker at 8-all

Tenns Patron News

The Quince Orchard Quick Start Team Who won the Washington Kastles Quick Start Challenge over other local tennis clubs!	Franco Frega, Jessica Overman & Joseph Iosue Who are on their way to the National Junior Team Tennis Championships after winning the Mid-Atlantic Championships in July.
Ray Hoffmann & John Copenhaver Who progressed to the round of 16 in the National Senior Tennis Championships for their age division.	Arnav Dhingra Who was undefeated in the National Intersectional Tennis Championships.
Dean R Floria & John Sze Who won Gold for the Men's Doubles 50-69 at the MSO tennis tourney (Sept. 2011)

Out of over 100 teenagers who play and take lessons/clinics at QOSTC each year, about 25 help the professional staff teach junior clinics. One is chosen each year for this award for their extra efforts to help children with their skills development and for making QOSTC Junior clinics a fun and organized environment.

Private and Group Instruction

Private, semi-private and group lessons are available on an appointment basis by calling
the club at (301) 948-3116. All fees are due upon scheduling the lesson.
* Higher price for lessons with the Director of Tennis.

TNT Clinic (Men's and Ladies)

Adult TNT Policy Technique and tactical instruction are combined to improve both stroke production and the player's ability to handle situations encountered during everyday play. Players can also form their own clinic at their most convenient time by contacting the professional staff. The average player/professional ratio is 5 to 1 maximum. Some clinics use 2 courts with 2 pros to divide up the level (i.e. low intermediate on court 1; intermediate on court 2). TNT clinic participants get first right of renewal up to exactly one week prior to the new session by pre-registering with payment. TNT clinics will meet once a week for four weeks. ************** We really do appreciate the reality that all of our lives are an ever-changing mix of events and circumstances that even we sometimes cannot control.  Yet, there are those among us who just seem to be in exquisite control of their time and relatively unaffected by unexpected work and family demands.  Our NEW TNT Policy seeks to provide a cost-flexibility balance to BOTH types of clients to whom we are thankful for spending their recreational time with us on the courts. Beginning in autumn, 2010 (indoor season) adult clinic participants will need to choose one of three available “options” which they feel will best fit their individual needs for planned, or more specifically, UNPLANNED absences from a clinic.   The “DISCOUNTED TNT” is for those folks who feel like they are comfortably certain they will be able to attend each clinic, or are not concerned with missing a clinic (there are no make-up clinics or credits with this plan). Clinic prices will reflect that certainty and  are somewhat less.  For those folks whose schedule is pretty dynamic and often seems to change on the day of a clinic we have an alternative (PREMIUM TNT) that allows a relatively late cancellation (restrictions below) with NO PENALTY and a right to make up that clinic within a certain amount of time.  Clearly, that plan will cost a bit more, but may fit your needs and lifestyle. In the past we would often have literally last minute cancellations, or “no-shows”, for a clinic with the expectation of a make-up/credit that could not be cost justified.  It was like reserving a set number of tables in an expensive restaurant for a wedding reception dinner based on RSVPs and having a staff and menu ready for a large group and only have two people appear for dinner---not a great thing!!  While we wanted to be as flexible as possible and totally understand occasional emergencies it became an issue that was quickly resulting in clinics that actually lost money which we just can’t justify in this economy. We noticed that Southwest Airlines has the EXACT same logic in their flight fees!  You can book a very “cheap” fare and be very limited with when you can use that fare, or you can pay substantially more and have greater flexibility in your travel schedule! With any TNT option we would appreciate all registration with payment one week prior to the start of the new session. Again, please know that whatever cost plan you choose we are grateful for your presence here and realize you have other playing options in the area.  With our truly remarkable Professional teaching staff and our commitment to infra-structure upgrades (Resurfaced Courts This Autumn!) we really hope you’ll continue to choose to be part of the Quince Orchard tennis family for years to come. ************** I have read and understand terms and registrations of new TNT/Adult Clinic Policy and Pricing. I also agree to make every effort to pre-register with payment for TNT sessions one week prior to the start at a new session. You can print New Adult TNT Policy Form in PDF format and return it to the front desk signed on or before the first day of your clinic.

Discounted TNT
No make ups or credits allowed. Please do not ask professional staff and/or front desk staff for any exceptions. You can sell or give your spot to someone else (level appropriate). If you do notify Brian Fankhauser, Tennis Director 301-948-3116 ext. 14 by voice mail and we successfully sell your spot then the club will arrange a makeup clinic or drills at Brian’s discretion (we obviously will only sell each spot only once).

Member $138.00         Non-Member $153.00

Premium TNT
Must call the front desk and leave a voice mail for Brian Fankhauser, Tennis Director 301-948-3116 ext. 14 at least 90 minutes in advance of your clinic start time. This notice will give us a chance to sell your spot to someone on the waiting list. For example, please say to the front desk staff. “Hi, this is Steffi, I’m not going to make it to the 9:30 a.m. Ladies TNT. I would like to leave Brian a voice mail”. Then leave Brian a voice message noting your anticipated absence.

Member $158.00         Non-Member $173.00

Per Time TNT
Those who can’t commit to a TNT session can participate in Drills (See Adult Tennis brochure) or pay per time for  a TNT if space is available (call Brian) in a TNT of your level. We can no longer “prorate” clinics at the discounted or premium rate for those who only want to pay per time.

Member $41.00           Non-Member $45.00
(Per time based on availability)

 

Ladies TNT Monday Tuesday Wednesday Saturday  8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.* 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.* 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Held 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. until June 20th

Men TNT Thursday Saturday 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Coed TNT Sunday      4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Call Brian for level & availability on TNT Clinic

Session	Session Dates
Spring Session Summer Session I Summer Session II Summer Session III	Week of May 14 – June 4 Week of June 11 – July 2 Week of July  9  – July 30 Week of August 6 – August 27

Payments
Must be paid in full upon registration.  Make sure to get a receipt when you pay.  Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or check/cash accepted.  TNT participants receive the first right of renewal to register for the next session as long as they are paid in full by the end of the clinic on the last day of the current session. 

Make Up Credit
This could be used towards a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday drills or we can call you to make up on an alternate clinic time when someone else gives the same courtesy of notice.  "Make up credit" expire at the end of each season or 12-weeks, which ever is longer.

Inclement Weather

Indoor Season: We have rarely closed the club unless "Blizzard conditions and heavy accumulation".

Outdoor Season: Inclement Weather for tennis can be defined as when the club closes due to severe weather or when the courts are to wet to play.  Call the front desk 45 minutes to 1 hour prior to the clinic time to see if it is "on" or "canceled."  If the clinic is canceled the session will be extended by one week. 

Sign-ups
Clinic renewals are not automatic.  Each session has a new sign-up sheet at the front desk. 

Don't Forget
Challenge ladder matches (outdoor only), ball machine court time, Drills, and the pro shop specials are other ways to improve your game.  Make sure you are on our email list so you won't miss out on the next special event!

Pro Shop Services
A reminder that when it comes to new tennis equipment, the QOSTC Pro Shop can sell any racquet, bag, or shoes for less than Sports Authority or Dick's.  Please review "Reasons to Purchase a Racquet at QOSTC Pro Shop"  so you will be an informed consumer.  We can also custom fit your next racquet, stringing and tax is always included.  We appreciate a chance to sell you tennis products and services.  Any retail store or Internet site other than a pro shop has no interest in "growing the game" of tennis to give everyone more opportunities in the sport for a life time.

 

 

 

Drills Relieve a week's worth of stress with a one-hour, organized drills clinic, followed by one hour of social singles and doubles play. If you enjoy active tennis, drills are for you! Weekly sign-ups begin May 14th. Drills are coed, (low – intermediate 2.5 through advanced 4.5) with skill levels split up on court. Please register for each drill session a minimum of 3 hours in advance to help us organize pros/drills.      Members      Non-Members $25.00            $26.50 Monday Night Drills 7-8 pm (drills)     8-9 pm (play) Friday Night Drills 6-7 pm (drills)     7-8 pm (play)

 

 

 

 

 

Ball Machine QOSTC's got the Smash! The Smash is great for upgrading your game. KEY FEATURES Variable topspin and backspin Holds 300 balls 7 Position Programmable Electronic Direction with Programmable Sequence Random Variable Electronic Height User-friendly Controller Rear-mounted control box 2 Function Remote Control   Ball Machine Ball Machine Orientation Ball Machine Training Video #1 Ball Machine Training Video #2 Ball Machine Training Video #3 Ball Machine Training Video #4 Ball Machine Training Video #5 Ball Machine Training Video #6 Ball Machine Training Video #7 Ball Machine Training Video #8 Ball Machine Training Video #9 Ball Machine Training Video #10 Ball Machine        "Genie" 7 Shot Sequence   The club's New Playmate ball machine has many options including remote control, spins, intervals, speed, and trajectory utilizing 7 shot sequences provides over 117,000 combinations. This practice partner is a great way to "groove" your strokes. Your ball machine membership includes a one-hour court time reservation that can be made up to 48-hours in advance once per day (limited to three hours per week). (This memberhip should not be construed as a QOSTC Swim or Tennis Member and does not imply that you have membership benefits to the QOSTC pool or tennis courts).   Cost for the summer season (May 26, 2012 through September 3, 2012): For Summer Club Members Individual Ball Machine Membership $150.00 Shared Ball Machine Membership (two persons) $200.00 * Shared membership must be within immediate family For Non-Club Members Individual Ball Machine Membership $275.00 Shared Ball Machine Membership (two persons) $350.00 * Shared membership must be within immediate family                                               To rent the “Smash”, contact the front desk. $39 per hour outdoor season/$9 plus applicable court charge indoor season Call Brian for discounted 10 week Indoor Ball Machine deal !   The GENIE is used by QOSTC professionals during clinics and private lessons. The Genie is great for upgrading your game. KEY FEATURES 7 Distinct Programmable Shots 7 Shot Delays Programmable Random Shot Sequence Great For Enhancing Ball Recognition Skills Holds 300 Balls Variable Topspin and Backspin 7 Position Programmable Electronic Direction with Programmable Random Variable Electronic Height 2 Function Remote Control To schedule a "Genie" private lesson, contact Brian Fankhauser, Director of Tennis.

 

Best Deal Non-members should consider becoming a “Tennis Only Membership” $165 for the summer, which would entitle them to member rates on Ball Machine, Lessons and Clinics, plus reserve Court Time at no charge!

Due to safety concerns, absolutely no drop-in friends, guests or children on court during machine usage.
The Tennis Professional Staff must approve special exemptions.

 

 

 

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