Clinics & Programs 

Women's 3.0-3.5 Level Tennis Clinics

Join us for an exciting evening of tennis at The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg! Designed for intermediate tennis players, these clinics are perfect for players who want to level up their game! Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet fellow tennis enthusiasts and have a great time on the court. Grab your racquet and get ready for a fun-filled hour of tennis! Clinics will be offered for a four-week session beginning March 18. Clinics will be on Tuesdays March 18, March 25, April 1, and April 8 at 6:30PM.

Taught by RCH assistant tennis professional Dhruv Sunish, clinics will be capped at a maximum of six participants and are $80 for the four weeks for RCH members and $100 for nonmembers. Please prepay Christer Olsson directly by cash, check or Venmo (@Christer-Olsson). Register here.

Women's 4.0-4.5 Level Tennis Clinics

Join us for an exciting evening of tennis at The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg! Designed for intermediate-advanced tennis players, these clinics are perfect for players who want to level up their game! Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet fellow tennis enthusiasts and have a great time on the court. Grab your racquet and get ready for a fun-filled hour of tennis! Clinics will be offered for a four-week session beginning March 20. Clinics will be March 20, March 27, April 3, and April 10 at 5:30PM.

Taught by RCH tennis professional Christer Olsson, clinics will be capped at a maximum of six participants and are $80 for the four weeks for RCH members and $100 for nonmembers. Please prepay Christer Olsson directly by cash, check or Venmo (@Christer-Olsson). Register here. 

 Kids Tennis & Swim Camp

Children ages 5-12 are invited to attend the tennis and swim camp at The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg. Camps run from 9AM-12PM and include two hours of tennis (9AM-11AM) and one hour of pool time (11AM-12PM). Children may register to attend the camp for a day, week, or for the whole summer. Cost per week (3 days or more) is $150 for club members and $170 for non-members. Cost per day (daily rate) is $50 for club members and $55 for non-members. Please register each child separately here. Please complete multiple registrations for both monthly and daily rates if you are taking advantage of both options. Payment is due by the start of camp, cash, check or money order made payable directly to The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, or by credit card by clicking here.

Camp Dates:
May 27-30
June 2-6
June 9-13
June 16-20
June 23-27
July 7-11
July 14-18
July 21-25

FAQs:
Who runs the camp?
Christer Olsson, tennis professional at The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, is the camp director. Christer Olsson, tennis professional at The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, is the camp director. Christer Olsson played college tennis at nationally ranked #5 Belhaven College. USPTA Certified since 1991, Christer is a highly skilled professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching both beginner and advanced juniors. He has coached and developed highly ranked junior players of all ages, both at state and sectional levels. He employs a number of college and high school tennis players to assist with the camps, ensuring a great tennis experience for all campers!

What should my child bring to camp?
- Tennis racquet (if one is not owned, the tennis professionals have some to borrow)
- Athletic shoes and clothing for tennis
- Water bottle (there is an ice machine and water fountains where it can be filled)
- Sunscreen
- Towel for the pool
- Swimsuit
- Flip flops or other pool shoes
- Snack or money for a snack in the pro shop (if so desired)

Who watches the campers at the pool?
The RCH pool is staffed by American Red Cross certified lifeguards. Additionally, camp staff accompany campers to the pool. If you are uncomfortable with your child swimming, you may pick them up after the tennis portion of camp.

What happens if the weather is bad?
The cost for camp is the same if campers attend three days or more , so no refunds will be issued if one day of camp cannot be held due to weather. If more days have to be canceled, the camp director will communicate and refunds will be issued.

What happens if the pool is closed?
Occasionally, the RCH pool has to close due to weather and chemical issues. If that is the case and the campers cannot swim, an alternate activity, such as a game day or sprinklers, will be provided for campers. Parents and caregivers may also choose to pick their camper up early if they wish.

Does my child need prior tennis experience?
No--campers are placed in groups by age and ability level. No experience necessary!