The USTA National Campus successfully completed its abbreviated summer programming session following the facility’s reopening in June. Now, as we head into September, the campus’ programming staff has adapted its typical fall and “back-to-school” offerings to the new normal amid the coronavirus pandemic. The various protocols that have been in place since the June … [Read more...]
USTA: Q & A With Simon Gale, Director of Tennis
The USTA National Campus reopened to the public in June, offering limited programming options in order to maintain a healthy and safe playing environment. In what is usually one of the busiest times of year for programming at the campus, anchored by its annual summer camp, the tennis staff has had to adjust. Leading the USTA National Campus staff of teaching pros … [Read more...]
USTA National Campus’ Phased Reopening
Photo Courtesy of USTA The USTA National Campus officially reopened to the public on Monday, June 8, following a comprehensive and systematic readiness assessment, marking the end of a nearly three-month hiatus of operations brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The phased reopening began with court-time reservations and private lessons and moved to limited adult and … [Read more...]
USTA: Become Active Outside Again With Tennis
As individual states and local communities begin to re-open on the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American populace will be particularly eager to return to some form of physical activity and social engagement. Tennis is one sport that is particularly well-positioned to satisfy those desires as it requires no direct physical contact and, when played within specific … [Read more...]
USTA: Tennis at Home
With tennis players in Lake Nona and across the United States forced off the courts and into their homes in unprecedented times, the USTA is doing its part to keep them fit and healthy with a package of unique online resources to help tennis players everywhere stay active and connected with the game they love. In an effort to support parents and families at this … [Read more...]