PTR
Certified coaches
Ages 3+ to Adult
All ages welcome
Science-Based Methodology
Small groups
USTA Safe Play
9am–12pm · 3 Hours Daily
Autumn
Thanksgiving Camp
Camp dates:
Nov 23–25 & 27, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Jack Puryear Park, St. Pete
Winter
Winter Break Camp
Camp dates:
Dec 22–26, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Jack Puryear Park, St. Pete
Spring
Spring Break Camp
Camp dates:
Mar 16–19, 2027
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Jack Puryear Park, St. Pete
Tennis Camps · St. Petersburg, FL
Kids Tennis Camps —
Every School Break
Every age plays separately — kids, juniors, and adults all have their own court, their own coach, and their own format. No mixed-age groups.
Tennis camps for 3–7 Year Olds
in St. Petersburg
The youngest players need movement, play, and short-attention-span drills — not adult technique. Our Red Ball camps at Jack Puryear Park use low-compression foam balls and 36-ft courts sized for small bodies, so kids rally, score, and have fun from day one.
Duration: 3 hours · Group size: max 8 kids · PTR-certified coaches
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🎯 Focus: Movement & Ball Tracking — Games over drills. Attention span is 5–8 min at this age, so every activity is short, fun, and active.
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⏱ Session Length — 3 hours of dedicated court time. No waiting, no other age groups competing for the coach’s attention.
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🎾 Equipment — Red foam ball (slowest compression), 19–21" junior racket. Coach provides all equipment — parents bring nothing.
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📍 Location — Jack Puryear Park, St. Pete. Shaded court areas available for toddler morning sessions.
PTR-Certified Tennis Coaches · St. Petersburg
Meet Your PTR-Certified
Tennis Coaches in St. Pete
Two coaches with one combined mission: build the strongest kids and junior tennis program in St. Petersburg, FL — one player at a time.
Vlad Shumakov
Head Coach/Owner
PTR Level 1/2 Certified · St. Petersburg, FL
Coach Fernando
St. Pete Lead Coach
PTR Certified· St. Petersburg, FL
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Professional Tennis Registry Certified
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USTA Safe Play Certified -
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Background-Checked
🏆 FL State Doubles Champion (Wiregrass Ranch HS)
📅 Coaching since 2021 · 12+ years playing
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PTR-Certified Coach
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Former NCAA Division II Player · Bloomsburg University Men’s Tennis Captain
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Former Top 3 Brazil under 18 · Listed 10.5 UTR
🎾 Red Ball · Orange Ball · Adult Specialist
Tennis Camps · St. Petersburg, FL
Tennis Camps in St. Petersburg —
Thanksgiving, Winter & Spring Break
Same PTR-certified coaches and USTA format every holiday. Pick the camp, pick the days, book online in 2 minutes.
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Tennis Camp Format
How Our Tennis Boot Camp in St. Petersburg Works
Step 1
Pick Your Camp & Days
Choose the holiday, select 1, 3, or 4 days, and pick your child's age group. Book online in under 2 minutes.
Step 2
Groups Split by Ball Color
At check-in, kids are placed in Red, Orange, or Green Ball groups matched to their age and skill — no mixed-level courts.
Step 3
3 Hours of Coached Tennis
9am–12pm daily. Warm-up, stroke drills, point play, and match situations — coached the whole time, not just supervised.
Step 4
Tournament Day on Friday
Multi-day camps end with an in-house mini-tournament. Every kid competes, every kid wins something.
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Tennis Camps Near You · St. Petersburg, FL
Jack Puryear Park Tennis Camp Location — St. Petersburg, FL
Puryear Park Tennis Courts
841 58th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33703
6 Lighted Hard Courts
All camp sessions outdoors on hard courts. Courts lit for any schedule adjustments.
Free Parking & Easy Drop-Off
Parking lot directly adjacent to the courts. Morning drop-off takes under 2 minutes.
Tennis Camp Hours
Mon–Fri · Sat–Sun · 9 AM–12 PM
Ages Served
Age 3 toddlers · kids 6–17 · adults all levels
Central St. Pete Location near
Serves South St. Pete, Gulfport, Pinellas Park, and greater Pinellas County families.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennis Camps in St. Petersburg, FL
What tennis camps are available for kids in St. Petersburg, FL?
VS Tennis Academy runs holiday tennis camps at Jack Puryear Park in St. Petersburg for ages 3–16 and adults 18+. Groups are split by USTA ball color — Red Ball (ages 3–7), Orange Ball (7–11), and Green Ball (11–16) — so every player works at the right level. Camp runs 9am–12pm daily with a max of 8 players per group.
Where do the tennis camps take place in St. Pete?
All camps are held at Jack Puryear Park in St. Petersburg, FL. The park has dedicated tennis courts with shaded areas available for morning sessions. Courts are reserved exclusively for VS Tennis campers during camp hours — no public court conflicts.
How much does a kids tennis camp in St. Pete cost?
VS Tennis Academy camp pricing: $59 for 1 day, $159 for 3 days, $199 for 4 days. Early bird discount saves $20 on 3- and 4-day packages when booked by October 31. Sibling discount is 10% off. Compared to Racquet Club of St. Pete ($60–65/day) and Saddlebrook ($135/half day), VS Tennis is the most affordable PTR-coached option in the area.
Are the tennis camp coaches certified?
Yes. All VS Tennis Academy coaches hold PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) certification and are Safe Play approved. PTR is one of the two major US tennis coaching certifications recognized by the USTA. Coaches follow USTA ball progression and American Development Model guidelines for each age group.
What age can a child start tennis camp in St. Petersburg?
VS Tennis Academy accepts campers starting at age 3. The youngest group (ages 3–7) uses USTA Red Ball format — low-compression foam balls, a 36-foot court, and movement-based games designed for short attention spans. No prior tennis experience is needed.
When are the 2026–2027 tennis camp dates in St. Petersburg?
Three holiday camps are scheduled: Thanksgiving Camp — November 23–25 & 27, 2026; Winter Break Camp — December 22–26, 2026; Spring Break Camp — March 16–19, 2027. Thanksgiving booking is open now. Winter and Spring dates are confirmed — booking opens soon.