Free Jr. Tennis Open House at Vetta Racquet Sports

Saturday, May 12, 2018

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Is your child interested in playing tennis or improving their game? Drop in to a free Vetta Raquet Sports Open House so they can try out the game – no experience necessary!

Vetta's comprehensive junior tennis program features clinics, team tennis, summer camps and private lessons at indoor facilities in St. Louis County and St. Charles County, and outdoor facilites across the metro area. The focus is on having fun and teaching the game of tennis in a safe and organized environment. Instructors are USPTA and USPTR professionals. For ages 3-18.

The open houses are a great way for your child or teen to try some free tennis instruction, check out the facilities and decide if one or more of Vetta Racquet Sports programs are for you.

Open Houses will be held:

Saturday, May 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Vetta Racquet Sports West, 1330 Harvestowne Industrial Drive in St. Peters (63304), and
Saturday, May 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Kirkwood Park Tennis Courts, 529 West Adams Avenue in Kirkwood (63122).

Participants will learn drills, play matches and hit the ball with Vetta Racquet Sports tennis coaches. Open Houses are free but online registration is required.

More information and to register: vettasports.com

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Locations: St. Louis County, St. Charles County

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