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RECREATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Parents!!! Did you know that tennis is not only an exciting game, but also a great and versatile workout? Our after school program is a great opportunity for young players to get acquainted with the sport and improve their overall physical condition. During each practice session players aim to improve their overall fitness and get introduced to basic technique, work on hand-eye coordination, develop focus, anticipation and lightning-fast thinking. Tennis is a sport that tests many boundaries and builds personalities. D.T.I., has created this program especially for kids who have fun on the court, receive quality instruction, and realize how much they can gain from tennis. Through various teaching methods and drills, this program will teach your child the basics of the forehand, backhand, and serve among other shots. Our program strives not only to develop the tennis skills for our young players, but builds discipline, and self-confidence by setting goals and achieving them. Our qualified and experienced coaches have more then 40 years of combined teaching and playing experience on the ATP and WTA Tours, as well as I.T.F., U.S.T.A, The European Circuit, and the C.O.S.A.T. Circuit. You never know, you may have the next tennis super start living in your house!
COMPETITION PROGRAMS
Once the player gets to know the game and learns the basics, he or she may be willing to work harder and start looking ahead to competing. Intermediate program at D.T.I. are designed to introduce a player to the world of junior competitive tennis.
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Pre Competition Program: This program focuses on the foundation of the forehand, backhand, and serves. The program strives to improve on those very important shots that are the base for any tennis player wishing to compete. It also introduces players to basic drills to improve footwork, coordination and basic understanding of court coverage
Beginners Competition Program:. This program also introduces the student into other areas of the game such as volleys, slices, returns of serves. Etc… The academy coaches begin instructing students on match tactics, introduces them to a conditioning program, as well as start emphasizing the mental aspects of the game. Nevertheless, the focus remains on further improvements in technique and fitness in an attentive environment.
PART TIME DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM
Our part time developmental after school program is designed for competitive, tournament players of all levels, ages 9 to 18, looking for world-class tennis training in a weekly afternoon program. Our Part Time Developmental Program offers its student high quality and high intensity training with attentive attitude. Rudy handpicks the coaches as well as he oversees the process and monitors the progress of the players. The program is aimed at preparing athletes with the desire to compete and win. It is also a great platform for a player to show the ability to work hard and the will to improve to prepare them for the next level.
FULL TIME MORNING/AFTERNOON PROGRAMS
Want to be a Pro? In order to get to that level, mastery of technique, footwork, tactics, mental toughness, and fitness is required. A study by the I.T.F., revealed that in order to be a Pro, students need to accumulate thousands of hours of training. DT.I.’s Full-time program will get you there. Expert Coaching headed by Rudy Diaz De Vivar make our program an ideal setting for players who associate their future with the sport. Incomparable knowledge will teach our juniors tactics and strategies that will maximize their potential. With only 20-25 available spots we created a close, attentive environment designed for elite players.
PRO TOUR PROGRAM
D.T.I., invites all professional ATP and WTA players to join D.T.I. Pro Tour program when preparing for the season or any particular tournament. With D.T.I. ‘s immense experience and invaluable expertise the pros can be sure to improve any desired area of the game during their stay at the academy. 360% player evaluation sessions are available for players who require seeing their game dissected and analyzed on paper. Coaches will observe a player on the court, conduct psychological sessions than provide a detailed assessment and create a specific plan to take his or her game to the next level.
ADULTS
Did you know that tennis is not only an exciting game, but also a great and versatile workout? Our Adult program is a great opportunity for beginners to get acquainted with the sport and improve their overall physical condition. During each practice session players aim to improve their overall fitness and get introduced to basic technique, work on hand-eye coordination, develop coordination, anticipation and lightning-fast thinking. Tennis is a sport that tests many boundaries and offers an anaerobic, as well as an aerobic workout.
Through various teaching methods and drills, this program will teach you the basics of the forehand, backhand, and serve among other shots. Our program strives not only to develop the tennis skills for beginner players, but makes for a fun, intense outdoor activity. Our qualified and experienced coaches have more then 40 years of combined teaching and playing experience on the ATP and WTA Tours, as well as I.T.F., U.S.T.A, The European Circuit, and the C.O.S.A.T. Circuit.
​Rudy Diaz De Vivar, and Rodrigo Diaz De Vivar Sr. direct the program each day. Each coach is selected by Coach Rudy and Coach Rodrigo Sr. to make sure that our methodology is personally given to each student to assure the player’s development.
SUMMER CAMPS
Our summer training program follows the same curriculum as our year-around Full-Time program. This program runs 10 weeks from June – August.
WINTER AND HOLIDAY CAMPS
Students who visit DTI for a weekly holiday training session will be integrated into the Full-Time Development Program, which encompasses The D.T.I. method.
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