PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
AFTER SCHOOL & HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS
SPECIAL POPULATION PROGRAMS
YOUTH PROGRAMS & EVENTS
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
In School/After School tennis programs, bring your school to our facility, and home school programs
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Ages 3-17
SPECIAL POPULATION
Special Needs
ADULT LESSONS
Private, Semi-Private, and Form Your Own Group
EVENTS
Corporate, Family and Birthday Events
island time tennis
NYC is a busy, hurried and loud place. Our mission at Island Time Tennis is to take a breath, relax and envision we are learning and playing tennis in the Caribbean. A serene atmosphere, clear skies, sunny and a soft breeze.
COME AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE!
THE PROS
directors dawn fox & dave kardas
Dave Kardas and Dawn Fox have collaborated and have been teaching tennis programs together for over 14 years, we know each student is unique with their own individual needs, and we make sure to teach them accordingly wherever their skills are at.
DAWN FOX
DIRECTOR & INSTRUCTOR
Born in Maryland, grew up in South Florida, achieving a top 20 ranking for the state of Florida. Played 4 years on a tennis scholarship, with a B.S in Marketing and achieved a nationally ranking of 34. Previously ranked #1 in both Indiana and Alabama. Currently resides in Brooklyn and has been directing and teaching tennis programs for at least 25 years. Her students range from ages 3 to 89. She has coached many who have gone on to play on college tennis scholarships. Her passion is inspiring children to play tennis for their lifetime.. She loves to teach every age child, with the hopes that they will love the game as much as she does and make them feel proud of themselves. “Each child is different, they have different needs and my mission is to teach them accordingly. " There has been an upsurge in the amount of preteen and teens playing and I am so thrilled, it is a very rough time of life for them and I do whatever I can while I have them on the court to make an impact and make them grow on the court as well as off. She also loves to inspire adults, those who have never picked up a racket to the most experienced player. "Its all about listening to the needs of each student and having the ability to bond and make my student feel at home, that is how I can get the best out of each student." Hobbies and accomplishments : PTR certified, USTA member, Safe Play certified, NY Mandatory Harassment Training certified , 15 marathons completed 3:08 record time, loves spending time with her family, friends, and two dogs.
DAVE KARDAS
DIRECTOR & INSTRUCTOR
Dave Kardas has been teaching Tennis and running Tennis programs in Connecticut and NYC for over 25 years. Dave teaches players from ages 3 right up to adults with private and group lessons. Dave has started and grown several tennis programs in the towns of Westport and Milford and 119th Street Tennis Courts in Manhattan. Dave has vast experience running Adult and Junior USTA events at many different levels and has run many social events at many locations. Other experiences include teaching workshops with former touring pros Time Mayotte and Tom Gullickson and Dave has taught at many Caribbean resorts in Barbados and Jamaica. Dave is USPTR certified, a member of the USTA, has attended many workshops up and down the east coast. Dave studied Business and Jazz Guitar at the University of Hartford and has an MBA from University of New Haven.
WINTER INDOOR TENNIS PROGRAM
PROGRAM OFFERINGS - CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Pee Wee
Action packed fun. An introductory tennis class for our youngest age group. Tennis fundamentals, hand eye coordination, exercises, stretching, running, tennis related games and fun ! Small groups so each child gets individualized instruction.
Kinder-Tennis
This amazing age group will impress you as you watch them learn the fundamentals of tennis and apply it ! Also exercises, stretching, relay races, tennis related games and fun!Small groups so each child gets individualized instruction
Cool Kids
Just like the name, this age group 6-8 will be hitting cool forehands, backhands, volleys, serves and overheads. Hand eye coordination, footwork, tennis related games, scoring, point play and fun!
Baseline Bashers
This eager group will learn forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, and overheads. Footwork, speed, stretching, tennis related games, point play, games, scoring and fun !
Junior Training Beginner Girls
Fundamentals of tennis, rules, stretching, exercises, footwork, scoring, point play, games, tennis related games and fun. A place to make a new friend and learn tennis.
Coed Junior Training
Fundamentals of tennis, rules, stretching, exercises, footwork, scoring, point play, games, drills, tennis related games and fun.
Parent/Child
This class is offered for an younger child and parent and a child 9-15 and parent. The ultimate bonding experience. Fundamentals, stretching, scoring, footwork, tennis related games, games and fun
Very Beginner Womens
For those who are new to the game, or have played very little. A place to possibly meet a new friend. Fundamentals, stretching, scoring, point play, drills, and low key fun!
Womens Beginner
For the novice player. Fundamentals of tennis, scoring, stretching, footwork, point play, and games. A relaxing fun time!
Coed Beginner
Fundamentals, stretching, footwork, scoring, point play, drills, games and lots of fun! A place to also make a new friend.
Intermediate Womens
Fundamentals, technique evaluation, stretching, scoring, footwork, strategy, drills, point play, doubles and singles. A place to meet a friend and drilling partner.
Coed Intermediate
Fundamentals, technique evaluation, stretching, scoring, footwork, strategy, drills, point play, doubles and singles. A place to meet a friend and hitting partner.
Private Lessons:
One Person
$70/ hour
$40/ Half Hour
Semi Private Lessons:
Two People
$82/ hour ($41 each)
Group Lessons:
3 or More People
$38 per person, per hour
OUR LESSON RATES
Winter Indoor Junior Development
Saturdays With Dawn Fox USPTR
Our indoor Location: P.S 264 371 89th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Begins: Saturday, January 11, 2025
6 week sessions throughout the winter.
As for all classes: Space is limited. We do not believe in large groups.
Call Dawn Fox at (251) 895-1369
Do not see a junior program which you are searching for? We will be rotating our classes based on demand, and will include that class in our following session. Just let us know.
Need a racquet? We rent them for $5 each class. Just let us know beforehand and we will provide you with one.
Saturdays:
Cool Kids (Ages 6-8): For Girls & Boys. Whether your little one has taken tennis lessons before or they are new to the game, this class is for them. We will learn tennis fundamentals, tennis etiquette, rules, scoring, footwork, hand eye coordination, running , play tennis related games and fun, fun, fun!
10:30-11:30 a.m. 6 week session: $250
Kinder- Tennis( Ages 4-5):
Fundamentals of tennis, hand eye coordination, tennis etiquette, running and agility games, tennis related games, and fun, fun, fun!
11:30-12:15 p.m. 6 week session $190
5th Grade Only Club:
For Girls & Boys. We know this is a cool age, they like to be with other 5th graders. This club will consist of learning tennis fundamentals, scoring, tennis etiquette, footwork, agility drills, play 1 v 1, 2 v 2, play tennis related games and totally cool. No other grades allowed. This is an exclusive group, who may have had lessons in the past or brand new to the game.
12:30-1:30 p.m. 6 week session: $250
Junior Training II: (Ages 9-12):
For boys & girls whom have had lessons in the past. Fundamentals of tennis, scoring, footwork and agility exercises, conditioning, tennis drills, tennis related games, regular tennis games, Lots of fun!
1:30-2:30 p.m. 6 week session $250
Session II: Begins February 22, 2025, Saturdays, 6 week session.
Tennis & Video Games (Ages 8-10) :
For Boys and Girls whom love video games and for the parent who has hopes to get their child into tennis. Tennis fundamentals will be taught, conditioning, footwork, tennis rules, tennis related games. The class will consist of 20 min tennis, 15 minute video game break, followed by tennis for 20 minutes and 10 minute video time.
10:30-11:30 a.m. 6 week session: $250
You must bring your own device and labled with name and phone number.
Additional junior classes will be added to Session II.
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WINTER INDOOR ADULT PROGRAM
Saturdays With Dawn Fox USPTR
Our indoor location: PS. 264 371 89th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209
Begins: February 22, 2025
6 week sessions throughout the winter.
As for all classes: Space is limited. We do not believe in large groups.
Call Dawn Fox at (251) 895-1369
Do not see an adult program which you are searching for? We will be rotating our classes based on demand, and will include that class in our following session. Just let us know.
Need a racquet? We rent them for $5 each class. Just let us know beforehand and we will have it for you.
Session II: Begins, February 22nd, Saturdays. 6 week session.
Women's Shy Beginner (All ages) This womens only beginner tennis class is for those whom are lacking the confidence to socialize, feel like they are not good enough to be in a tennis group class, insecure about their physical abilities. I'm here to help. You are not alone. Call me and we will get you on the path to happiness and feeling good about you.
9:30 -10:30 a.m. 6 week session: $250
Beginner Men & Women:(All ages)
Fundamentals of tennis, rules, stretching, tennis drills, tennis related games, point play. Come out and make a tennis friend.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. 6 week session: $250
Hard Core Men & Women:(All ages) Sorry due to the court surface, no advanced players permitted.
Looking for a good workout during the winter months. Then this class is for you. Keep in mind, this is a gym, the bounces are different; however i can still get you running and work on the efficiency of your tennis strokes. Sure to give you a workout.
11:30-12:30 p.m. 6 week session $250
PREFER THE OUTDOORS?
CALL DAWN FOX AT (251) 895-1369 if you are interested in getting on our winter outdoor list for Adults & Juniors. (Mondays- Fridays).
I will be reaching out to those interested when we have a warm day predicted. Private and Semi - Private lessons, or if you have your own group .
CALL DAVE KARDAS (203) 520-9815 to set up outdoor lessons on Sundays.
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LOCATION
Island Time Tennis - Bay Ridge, NY
102nd & Shore Road
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(courts are located next to the new dog park)
Driving:
Head south on 4th Avenue. Go 0.9 miles. to Shore Road. Find immediate free street parking close to the corner of 4th Ave and Shore Road. Enter park pathway. You will pass dog park on your left. Continue and walk down small hill, courts will be on your left.
Subway:
Take R train to final stop in Bay Ridge, 95th street. You will exit on 4th Avenue and follow the directions above.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Want to add tennis to your After School Program? WE MAKE IT HAPPEN!
No nets, balls or racquets? No problem, Island Time Tennis will bring everything to you.
Serving Schools in Manhattan and Brooklyn for grades PK4-8th
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS & RATES
Need a custom class? Form your own group lessons are available. Contact us to get your personalized group started!
Pee Wee
Action packed fun! An introductory tennis class for our youngest age group. Tennis fundamentals, hand eye coordination, exercises, stretching, running, tennis related games and fun ! Small groups so each child gets individualized instruction. Ages 3-4.
Kinder-Tennis
This amazing age group will impress you as you watch them learn the fundamentals of tennis and apply it ! Also exercises, stretching, relay races, tennis related games and fun!Small groups so each child gets individualized instruction. Ages 4-5.
Cool Kids
Just like the name, this age group 6-8 will be hitting cool forehands, backhands, volleys, serves and overheads. Hand eye coordination, footwork, tennis related games, scoring, point play and fun! Ages 6-8.
Baseline Bashers
This eager group will learn forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, and overheads. Footwork, speed, stretching, tennis related games, point play, games, scoring and fun! Ages 9-11.
Junior Training II
Fundamentals of tennis, rules, stretching, exercises, footwork, scoring, point play, games, tennis related games and fun. A place to make a new friend and learn tennis. For those whom have high ambitions and are at beginner level, and have had prior tennis lesson experience. Ages 8-15.
Junior Training I
Fundamentals of tennis, rules, stretching, exercises, footwork, scoring, point play, games, drills, tennis related games and fun. Must have prior playing experience. For those wanting to fry out for a high school tennis team or wanting to play USTA tournaments. Ages 12-16.
Parent/Child
This class is offered for an younger child and parent and a child 9-15 and parent. The ultimate bonding experience. Fundamentals, stretching, scoring, footwork, tennis related games, games and fun
Very Beginner Womens
For those who are new to the game, or have played very little. A place to possibly meet a new friend. Fundamentals, stretching, scoring, point play, drills, and low key fun!
Womens Beginner
For the novice player. Fundamentals of tennis, scoring, stretching, footwork, point play, and games. A relaxing fun time!
Coed Beginner
Fundamentals, stretching, footwork, scoring, point play, drills, games and lots of fun! A place to also make a new friend.
Intermediate Womens
Fundamentals, technique evaluation, stretching, scoring, footwork, strategy, drills, point play, doubles and singles. A place to meet a friend and drilling partner.
Coed Intermediate
Fundamentals, technique evaluation, stretching, scoring, footwork, strategy, drills, point play, doubles and singles. A place to meet a friend and hitting partner.
NEED GEAR?
Island Time Tennis recommends New York Racquet Sports for all your tennis needs. Old school experts whom will set you up with the ideal tennis frame to suit you. New York Racquet Sports has the full line of superior Head tennis racquets. A little bit of a shlep from Bay Ridge, but you will be glad you shopped the right way. Racquets, stringing on premises, clothing, shoes and accessories.
NYC Racquet Sports
157A West 35th Street
New York, NY 10001
212-695-5353
