Ages 12 & Under
JUNIOR ACADEMY: RED, ORANGE, GREEN BALL
At Tennis Innovators Academy Westchester, we focus on advancing young players through individualized skill development, ensuring each stage of progression builds on the previous one. Our Junior Academy customizes courts, balls, rackets, and nets to match the size and strength of players aged 12 and under, following three key stages: Red, Orange, and Green Ball Academies.
An evaluation is required for players aged 7 and older to ensure proper placement, while players aged 6 and under do not need an evaluation.
JUNIOR ACADEMY: 14U & 18U
Our 14U and 18U programs are committed to developing players through discipline, a strong work ethic, and a solid foundation in fundamentals to build a complete game. Led by our team of Directors and professional staff, the program is structured in two stages—14U and 18U—each offering Intermediate and Advanced levels.
A complimentary evaluation is required for participation. To schedule one, contact the front desk at 914.428.2444 or click the link above to request an evaluation.
Ages 12 – 18
HIGH PERFORMANCE ACADEMY
INVITATION ONLY
The High Performance Academy is designed for dedicated tennis athletes competing in USTA Sectional, National, and ITF events. This elite program is led by Director Aljosa Piric, former Head Coach at the University of Miami, who brings over 20 years of high-level coaching experience.
PRIVATE COACHING
Private Coaching is the foundation and cornerstone of Tennis Innovators Academy and is available to players of all ages and levels. Private lessons are ideal for beginners looking to learn the fundamentals of the sport or intermediate to advanced players who want to improve their game and take it to the next level.
SUMMER CAMP
Tennis Innovators Academy offers customized summer programs for all ages and skill levels. We take pride in providing high-level tennis training for all our players, who are the heart of our academy. Our commitment is to support your child’s tennis development while ensuring a fun and exciting daily experience.
TIA MATCH PLAY
TIA offers weekend match play for players aged 7–18, utilizing the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) system to ensure competitive matchups. Players are grouped by their UTR for the most balanced and engaging matches.
MENTAL STRENGTH & PERFORMANCE
Individual Mental Performance Coaching: Experience transformative coaching with Coach Rei, our expert in performance and mental strength. With his deep knowledge of human psychology and behavior, Coach Rei will guide you on a personalized path to peak performance and personal growth.
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HOLIDAY CAMPS
We offer high-intensity tennis training throughout holiday breaks, catering to all ages and skill levels.
FITNESS
At TIA, our fitness programs are designed to assist players in reaching their objectives through on-court agility training and strength conditioning.
COLLEGE RECRUITING SERVICES
Athlete Solutions, powered by TIA, offers college recruiting services. Led by Athlete Solutions Director Aljosa Piric, this service helps parents navigate the college recruitment process. Full-time academy players receive an exclusive 25% discount
HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM
TIA’s homeschool program is geared towards student athletes who are committed to pursuing a NCAA/NAIA college career or professional career on the ATP/WTA circuit. In order to participate in this program you must follow the High Performance Academy requirements and guidelines.
TOURNAMENT TRAVEL PROGRAM
The Tournament Travel Program offers comprehensive support for High Performance players participating in tournaments. This includes Academy-wide events tailored to specific age groups and skill levels, as well as the creation and management of personalized tournament schedules for our High Performance Academy members. Additional personalized services are also available.
Requests for travel coach private services requires a minimum of 4 weeks’ notice prior to the event. The player (or parent) must email: Aljosa@tiacademies.com with the information noted below.
- Player’s name and the link to the tournament page
- If applicable, additional chaperone details needed for your player
Private travel coaching services includes all of the complimentary services noted above as well as managing the logistics for the trip, such as:
- Travel reservations (i.e. flights, hotel, transportation, warm-up courts)
- 24/7 chaperoning for player(s)
- Transportation throughout the trip
- Coaching provided before, during and after matches
FEES:
The fee structure below is divided amongst the number of players participating in the event.
- Academy Pro: $350 per day
- Senior Pro: $400 per day
- Director/Elite Pro: $450 per day
- Master Pro: $500 per day
Additional fees incurred by the travel coach (i.e. hotel, flight, car rental, meals, etc.) will be charged to the player(s) participating in the event.
USTA TOURNAMENT LEVELS
The new tournament structure utilizes seven levels of events, ranging from Level 7 (Intermediate) to Level 1 (National Championships), as well as a national ranking system that will distribute points consistently across the country. Level 1-3 National events are included on the USTA National Junior Schedule and sanctioned by the USTA National Office. Sectional Level 3 – 7 and 10 & Under events are sanctioned by the USTA Eastern Section.
Junior Tournament Structure | Search USTA Tournaments
| TOURNAMENT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| L1 Tournaments: National Championships, National Team Events and selected ITF events | 4+ day National events. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| L2 Tournaments: National L2 and Section/Intersectional Team Competition | 3+ day National events. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| L3 Tournaments: National L3, L3 Closed Super Six Events, L3 Closed Empire Cup Doubles and L3 Closed Mixed Doubles nts | 3+ days National or section events; L3 tournaments will be Closed events limited to Eastern section players. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| L4 Tournaments: L4 Closed Super Six Events , L4 Closed Empire Cup Doubles , L4 Closed Mixed Doubles, and L4 Intra-team competition | Up to 4-day events; Open and Closed events, with Closed events limited to Eastern section players. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| L5 Tournaments: Open Advanced/Intermediate Sectional Events | Up to 3-day events; non-elimination and open to anyone. Up to 36, L5 events will be sanctioned in the Eastern section. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| CL6 Tournaments: Open Intermediate Sectional Events | Up to 3-day events; 2-match minimum, 4-match maximum, and open to anyone. Selection process for this level is based on ranking. |
| L7 Tournaments: Open Intermediate Sectional Events | 1-day event; 2-match minimum, 4-match maximum. These events are open to anyone. If there is a limited draw, a bottom-up selection process will be used for this level, which means players with no ranking will be selected first. The 12U division will offer green– and yellow–ball events. |
