FURTHER INFORMATION

Summer Camp

The tennis camp runs for 8 weeks in July and August. The first 7 weeks are for all ages and the last week for adults only. It is both a residential and non-residential camp.

Easter Camp

There is also an intensive programme of tennis coaching which runs for 1 week during the Easter period. It is a non-residential tennis camp but we can recommend good and inexpensive accommodation for those who require it.

Instructors
Specially trained instructors will include internationals, tournament players and coaches of outstanding ability and also a number of Oxford "blues". Important attributes of the coaches, over and above a simple knowledge of tennis, are a sense of fun and an ability to connect with people of all ages and standards.

Participants
The Camp caters for players of all ages, welcoming adults as well as children. Please note, however, that unaccompanied children residing in College should normally be at least 10 years of age. There is no lower age limit for non-residential participants. The Camp is designed for people of all playing standards from beginners to the most advanced. To ensure maximum progress and compatibility, participants will be divided into groups according to approximate standard and age.

Special Adult Week and Adults generally

Flee the stresses of adult life with an immersion in tennis in idyllic surroundings. All weeks are open to all ages including adults but in the last week of the camp (week 8) there is a special programme for adults who prefer to be part of a substantial adult group with separate coaching, evening meals and activities. Adults who attend the camp in the other weeks (weeks1 – 7) and are also coached in separate groups. However, in these earlier weeks the number of adult participants is a lot less and will vary from week to week. For a more specific estimate of adult numbers in any week, it is advisable to check with us before booking.

Instruction
More than five hours of intensive tennis will be available each day from Monday to Saturday.

Facilities
30 grass and hard courts will be available for use. Participants will experience the joy of playing on luscious grass courts. The principal location will be the beautiful grounds of Christ Church, one of the most famous colleges of Oxford University. Other excellent venues in the heart of Oxford will be used from time to time if required.

Supervision
Younger participants will be supervised at all times. They will not be allowed out into town on their own unless we have written parental approval. We like to have a relaxed atmosphere but safety and security are paramount.

Non-Tennis Activities

Excursions and social events for all participants will take place. There is a programme of activities for every evening, such as football, volleyball,softball, baseball, punting in the river, theatre, video films and barbecues.Some activities may carry a small, extra charge. Free internet access will be available.

English Lessons
Some of our overseas visitors may wish to participate in our English conversation class which takes place for an hour each day after tennis at the end of the afternoon (Monday - Friday). There is also a more intensive option of English for 3 hours each afternoon in place of tennis (Monday - Friday). However, it is should be noted that English will be spoken throughout the day. The Camp is English-speaking. Unlike English language schools, the Camp has many British participants as well as a number of different nationalities. English will necessarily be the common language.

Sportswear, Equipment and Re-strings
We are pleased to have entered into an agreement with Elmer Cotton Sports, Oxford's famous sports shop. Clients attending the camp will qualify for a 10% discount on the price of equipment, sportswear and re-strings. Elmer Cotton is situated in Turl Street just off historic Broad Street.

Arrivals and Departures
Upon request we will meet children under the age of 18 arriving at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, London City, Luton and Birmingham airports or London St Pancras train station (Eurostar). We will also accompany children on departure. There will be a charge for this service. If possible, arrivals in London should be between 12.00 hours and 16.00 hours (special arrangements will be made to meet flights from North America). Departures from London should be between 13.00 hours and 17.00 hours. If arrivals and departures cannot be between these times, or if they are at different locations, we will try to assist but there may have to be an extra charge.

Insurance
Participants are strongly advised to have holiday insurance.

Welcome Drinks
All participants are invited to a welcome drinks party at 6.30 p.m. on the initial Sunday followed by dinner.