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Jonathan Markson's tennis camp in Oxford, founded in 1981,
is internationally renowned for its expert teaching of tennis at all
levels of the game. Top professional players and coaches alike come together
for a few weeks in the summer to provide an intensive and stimulating tennis
experience. The camp is a unique opportunity for tennis enthusiasts of all
standards and aspirations to combine a great tennis feast with the
experience of living like an Oxford University student in the intimate heart
of ancient Oxford, "the city of dreaming spires".
Instructors
Specially trained instructors will include internationals,
tournament players and coaches of outstanding ability and also a number of
Oxford "blues". Important attributes of the coaches, over and above
a simple knowledge of tennis, are a sense of fun and an ability to
connect with people of all ages and standards.
Participants
The Camp caters for players of all ages, welcoming adults
as well as children. Please note, however, that unaccompanied children residing
in College should normally be at least 10 years of age. There is no lower
age limit for non-residential participants. The Camp is designed for people
of all playing standards from beginners to the most advanced. To ensure maximum
progress and compatibility, participants will be divided into groups according
to approximate standard and age.
Special Adult Week and Adults generally - In response to
popular demand, there is one week specially designed for adults only (18
years of age and over). As with the all-ages weeks, we cater for all standards:
beginners, intermediates and advanced players. Participants can flee the
stresses of adult life with an immersion in tennis in idyllic surroundings
that is conducive to an improved tennis game and a sense of physical and
mental well-being. After tennis, in the evenings, the social life is vibrant
and fun. The number of adults during the all-ages weeks varies from week
to week. For a more specific estimate of adult numbers it is advisable to
check with us before booking.
Instruction
More than five hours of intensive tennis will be available
each day from Monday to Saturday.
Facilities
30 grass and hard courts will be available for use. Participants
will experience the joy of playing on luscious grass courts. The principal
location will be the beautiful grounds of Christ Church, one of the most
famous colleges of Oxford University. Other excellent venues in the heart
of Oxford will be used from time to time if required.
Accommodation and Food
Residents are put up in student accommodation. The rooms
are used in term-time (single and shared occupancy) by students of Oxford
University and are of a good standard. Upon request we may be able to arrange
accommodation with host families. Participants who do not live locally are
recommended to stay as residents. Non-residents are provided with the option
of lunch each day from Monday until Saturday and are all invited to a
welcome drinks party and dinner on the initial Sunday.
Supervision
Younger participants will be supervised at all times. They
will not be allowed out into town on their own unless we have written parental
approval. We like to have a relaxed atmosphere but safety and security are
paramount.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7603 2422
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