Big Hit Easter Camps 2025
Over 150 camps completed in 16 years at Arklow LTC
Over 150 camps completed in 16 years at Arklow LTC
CAMP DATES
Junior Camp 1 April 14 – 17th 10am - 1pm
Ages - (7-13 yrs approx)
*Please note - Not on Good Friday (4 days)
Teenage Camp 1b (proposed 3 day camp)
April 14 – 16 1.30 - 4pm Tuesday - Thursday
Ages (14 -18 yrs approx)
Subject to numbers ( expressions of interest being taken, will confirm a little closer to the time )
Junior Camp 2 April 22 - 25th 10am - 1pm
Ages - (7-13 yrs approx)
Not on Easter Monday ( 4 days )
Teenage Camp 2b (proposed 3 day camp)
Subject to numbers ( expressions of interest being taken )
April 22nd – 24th 1.30 - 4pm Tuesday – Thursday
* Some flexibility is needed time wise in the event of weather too inclement for play. That said, we try stick to the time schedule as much as possible. We will keep everyone posted in the event of a very poor weather forecast.
PRICES & PAYMENT per camp (Junior)
Members discount for members of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
(Club membership fee must have been paid to Arklow Lawn Tennis Club)
See https://altc.ie/ for more info
€85 for one child,
€75 for second child, same parent, same week
€55 for 3rd and subsequent children with same parent, same week
Not a current club member of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
€90 for one child,
€80 for second child, same parent, same week
€60 for 3rd and subsequent children with same parent, same week
PRICES & PAYMENT per camp (Teenage)
Members discount for members of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
(Club membership fee must have been paid to Arklow Lawn Tennis Club)
See https://altc.ie/ for more info
€65, €125 for second teenager, same parent, same week
Not a current club member of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
€70, €130 for second teenager, same parent, same week
All camps operate subject to minimum numbers - that said, junior camps almost always go ahead.
Teenage Camps are a little harder to guarantee but we certainly make every effort to encourage budding Teenagers to attend.
CAMP CATEGORIES
Junior Camps are for boys and girls currently from Senior Infants primary to 1st year secondary
3 groups within each camp (Seniors Infants, 1st, 2nd ) (3rd,4th) (5th, 6th, 1st year)
(we occasionally accept current Junior Infants subject to conditions, please see the note at the end of this page)
Teenage Camps 1st year to 6th year secondary ( roughly 13 - 18 yrs )
HOW TO BOOK
Firstly, To enquire about places please text David on 0878166525.
*please Text ONLY if possible * (only call if totally necessary, as texts are a much easier way to record an enquiry)
When texting please include
You can pay by bank transfer, cash or cheque. ( Pls note we do not have a revolut account for payments )
General information
Junior Camps All levels
All morning camps ( 10am – 1pm ) cater for boys and girls roughly from Senior infants to Ist year years of age of all levels Junior infants can occasionally attend also , Please see note at the end
general ratio 12 : 1 pupils per coach ( but often less )
Unfortunately boys or girls not in Primary school currently will have to wait until the season of 2026, We are so sorry .We know how eager kids of this age can be to get started but 3 hours tennis for 4 or 5 days is unfortunately a little too much tennis for them at this stage) See note at the end
Teenage Camps Boys and girls currently in 1st year - 6th year secondary level 2024
Playing level: Social to Intermediate / Competition level.
( if your child has no previous playing experience please discuss with the coach before booking )
All these camps are subject to minimum numbers. Teen Camps are 2.5 hours each day run at smaller ratio than general camps Pupil to Coach per court generally 8- 10.
For our refund policy please see the note below
Registration for first time attendees ( text reply in advance of camp start date )
We have no written registration form but we would like everyone to text David 0878166525 to confirm you have read the following basic requirements on booking
1. If your child has any medical, dietary, or specific allergies if you could call to discuss in advance of the camp. Also, importantly if your child has any learning, mobility or coordination requirements, please call or text David 0878166525 to discuss in advance of the camp
2. Please ensure your child has a light packed lunch for a 15 minute break. We operate a healthy eating policy. Please no crisps or popcorn or fizzy drinks Please also ensure your child brings his or her own water bottle.
3. The camp will operate in most weather conditions, but in the event where the weather is likely to be too inclement for play for the 3 hour period, the co-ordinators reserve the right to postpone and try to reschedule. David will keep in contact with everyone with more exact weather forecasts closer to the time. Any time lost due to very poor weather will be recouped during the week ( or in the case where this is not possible at a later date over the Summer period ) In an average Easter Camp schedule we often have 1 day over the 2 week period where play on a certain day or hour needs to be rescheduled due to very inclement weather. If there are light or heavy passing showers we go ahead with camp and just shelter where necessary.
4. All boys and girls under the age of 16 years of age must remain inside the club grounds until their parent comes to collect them. If you would like your child to exit of their own accord please ensure you have informed us, verbally or in writing via text.
5. As this is our 105th year of tennis at Arklow lawn, it's another big year. We have photos going back from the 1920s which are an amazing record for the club. If you would prefer that your child is not in any photos please let us know.
A group photo may be shared for club promotional or social media purposes (excluding children who have notified us in advance that they wish not to have their photo taken)
6. Please avoid parking directly outside the club or on the terrace.. other than dropping or collecting your child off without entering the club yourself. There is a designated parking area a little further up the road. We are aware parking is limited so we will try to ensure home time is as orderly as possible.
7. On those sunny days please try ensure your child has a pair of sunglasses or a baseball cap.
The Sun when out, can be blindingly bright from one end making play extremely difficult. ( Particularly so in the morning )
8 . In the extremely rare event we reserve the right to cancel a camp, due to number of factors, ( subject to coach illness, or other rare and mitigating factors, A full refund would at all times be given )
Refund Policy
If you notify us a minimum of 1 week in advance of the start date that you child or children cannot attend , a full refund will be given. We cannot offer a refund with less than 1 week notice, unless there’s a situation where someone else takes your child’s place at short notice.
We wish everyone a great time at the Easter Tennis Camps 2025!
Note for Parents of kids currently in Junior Infants
As a coach and parent of young boys, I see all too regularly how this one extra year between Junior and Senior infants can make a big difference in a childs’ tennis/sporting pathway development.
For some current Junior infants 3 hours can be alot of tennis each day .
We always advise parents of junior infants to speak with us first before making a booking.
Sometimes Junior infants can feel more comfortable with other Junior infants or friends beside them. Occasionally due to the open nature of our bookings we might not have alot of juniors enquiring for a particular week.
This would have an influence on how we might advice you particularly if your child is very shy or reserved. Regardless, please do speak with us in confidence at the time of booking and we can have a more general discussion on whether we feel the camp would be suitable.
Yours in tennis, Director of Tennis , David Sheehan 0878166525
Junior Camp 1 April 14 – 17th 10am - 1pm
Ages - (7-13 yrs approx)
*Please note - Not on Good Friday (4 days)
Teenage Camp 1b (proposed 3 day camp)
April 14 – 16 1.30 - 4pm Tuesday - Thursday
Ages (14 -18 yrs approx)
Subject to numbers ( expressions of interest being taken, will confirm a little closer to the time )
Junior Camp 2 April 22 - 25th 10am - 1pm
Ages - (7-13 yrs approx)
Not on Easter Monday ( 4 days )
Teenage Camp 2b (proposed 3 day camp)
Subject to numbers ( expressions of interest being taken )
April 22nd – 24th 1.30 - 4pm Tuesday – Thursday
* Some flexibility is needed time wise in the event of weather too inclement for play. That said, we try stick to the time schedule as much as possible. We will keep everyone posted in the event of a very poor weather forecast.
PRICES & PAYMENT per camp (Junior)
Members discount for members of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
(Club membership fee must have been paid to Arklow Lawn Tennis Club)
See https://altc.ie/ for more info
€85 for one child,
€75 for second child, same parent, same week
€55 for 3rd and subsequent children with same parent, same week
Not a current club member of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
€90 for one child,
€80 for second child, same parent, same week
€60 for 3rd and subsequent children with same parent, same week
PRICES & PAYMENT per camp (Teenage)
Members discount for members of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
(Club membership fee must have been paid to Arklow Lawn Tennis Club)
See https://altc.ie/ for more info
€65, €125 for second teenager, same parent, same week
Not a current club member of Arklow Lawn Tennis Club
€70, €130 for second teenager, same parent, same week
All camps operate subject to minimum numbers - that said, junior camps almost always go ahead.
Teenage Camps are a little harder to guarantee but we certainly make every effort to encourage budding Teenagers to attend.
CAMP CATEGORIES
Junior Camps are for boys and girls currently from Senior Infants primary to 1st year secondary
3 groups within each camp (Seniors Infants, 1st, 2nd ) (3rd,4th) (5th, 6th, 1st year)
(we occasionally accept current Junior Infants subject to conditions, please see the note at the end of this page)
Teenage Camps 1st year to 6th year secondary ( roughly 13 - 18 yrs )
HOW TO BOOK
Firstly, To enquire about places please text David on 0878166525.
*please Text ONLY if possible * (only call if totally necessary, as texts are a much easier way to record an enquiry)
When texting please include
- your child's name and your own name as a Parent / Guardian
- School's name and the class/year they are currently in ( eg 1st class, 2nd class etc )
- Which camp number you are interested in , Camp 1 or 2 for example
- David will reply to you as soon as possible to confirm if a place is available.
You can pay by bank transfer, cash or cheque. ( Pls note we do not have a revolut account for payments )
General information
Junior Camps All levels
All morning camps ( 10am – 1pm ) cater for boys and girls roughly from Senior infants to Ist year years of age of all levels Junior infants can occasionally attend also , Please see note at the end
general ratio 12 : 1 pupils per coach ( but often less )
Unfortunately boys or girls not in Primary school currently will have to wait until the season of 2026, We are so sorry .We know how eager kids of this age can be to get started but 3 hours tennis for 4 or 5 days is unfortunately a little too much tennis for them at this stage) See note at the end
Teenage Camps Boys and girls currently in 1st year - 6th year secondary level 2024
Playing level: Social to Intermediate / Competition level.
( if your child has no previous playing experience please discuss with the coach before booking )
All these camps are subject to minimum numbers. Teen Camps are 2.5 hours each day run at smaller ratio than general camps Pupil to Coach per court generally 8- 10.
For our refund policy please see the note below
Registration for first time attendees ( text reply in advance of camp start date )
We have no written registration form but we would like everyone to text David 0878166525 to confirm you have read the following basic requirements on booking
1. If your child has any medical, dietary, or specific allergies if you could call to discuss in advance of the camp. Also, importantly if your child has any learning, mobility or coordination requirements, please call or text David 0878166525 to discuss in advance of the camp
2. Please ensure your child has a light packed lunch for a 15 minute break. We operate a healthy eating policy. Please no crisps or popcorn or fizzy drinks Please also ensure your child brings his or her own water bottle.
3. The camp will operate in most weather conditions, but in the event where the weather is likely to be too inclement for play for the 3 hour period, the co-ordinators reserve the right to postpone and try to reschedule. David will keep in contact with everyone with more exact weather forecasts closer to the time. Any time lost due to very poor weather will be recouped during the week ( or in the case where this is not possible at a later date over the Summer period ) In an average Easter Camp schedule we often have 1 day over the 2 week period where play on a certain day or hour needs to be rescheduled due to very inclement weather. If there are light or heavy passing showers we go ahead with camp and just shelter where necessary.
4. All boys and girls under the age of 16 years of age must remain inside the club grounds until their parent comes to collect them. If you would like your child to exit of their own accord please ensure you have informed us, verbally or in writing via text.
5. As this is our 105th year of tennis at Arklow lawn, it's another big year. We have photos going back from the 1920s which are an amazing record for the club. If you would prefer that your child is not in any photos please let us know.
A group photo may be shared for club promotional or social media purposes (excluding children who have notified us in advance that they wish not to have their photo taken)
6. Please avoid parking directly outside the club or on the terrace.. other than dropping or collecting your child off without entering the club yourself. There is a designated parking area a little further up the road. We are aware parking is limited so we will try to ensure home time is as orderly as possible.
7. On those sunny days please try ensure your child has a pair of sunglasses or a baseball cap.
The Sun when out, can be blindingly bright from one end making play extremely difficult. ( Particularly so in the morning )
8 . In the extremely rare event we reserve the right to cancel a camp, due to number of factors, ( subject to coach illness, or other rare and mitigating factors, A full refund would at all times be given )
Refund Policy
If you notify us a minimum of 1 week in advance of the start date that you child or children cannot attend , a full refund will be given. We cannot offer a refund with less than 1 week notice, unless there’s a situation where someone else takes your child’s place at short notice.
- We unfortunately cannot offer a refund once the camp has started for illness or otherwise but we will, to the best of our ability, offer your child time in lieu on another camp if they are too ill to attend. We always help as best we can, in every circumstance, but we cannot offer any hard and fast guarantees.
We wish everyone a great time at the Easter Tennis Camps 2025!
Note for Parents of kids currently in Junior Infants
As a coach and parent of young boys, I see all too regularly how this one extra year between Junior and Senior infants can make a big difference in a childs’ tennis/sporting pathway development.
For some current Junior infants 3 hours can be alot of tennis each day .
We always advise parents of junior infants to speak with us first before making a booking.
Sometimes Junior infants can feel more comfortable with other Junior infants or friends beside them. Occasionally due to the open nature of our bookings we might not have alot of juniors enquiring for a particular week.
This would have an influence on how we might advice you particularly if your child is very shy or reserved. Regardless, please do speak with us in confidence at the time of booking and we can have a more general discussion on whether we feel the camp would be suitable.
Yours in tennis, Director of Tennis , David Sheehan 0878166525
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