SCJTL Frequently Asked Questions

We look forward to answering every possible question regarding SCJTL programs. This page will be developed over time as important questions are posed throughout the season. Please call e-mail SCJTL or call 631-590-5019 with any questions you do not find here.

  1. What is the SCJTL Rain and Weather cancellation and make-up policy?
  2. Does my child have to attend all Summer Tennis League 6 weeks?
  3. Can I enroll my child for a few weeks then add more?
  4. What is a Junior NTRP?
  5. Does my child have to wear his/her shirt during the session?
  6. My player going to be 14 this summer and will be a freshman in high school.  She played on the JV team last fall for her high school but only exhibition matches.  She isn't at the Yellow Division level but the Green Division ages are 11-13.   Is she ineligible to play SCJTL Summer Tennis League or can she be in the Green Division again this year?
  7. My child is 11 (6th grade), and has been taking tennis lessons for several years. She is currently in their Elite group lesson, and also plays in the Sunday ladder matches. She wants to try out for her Middle School tennis team in August.  I am not sure which summer program you offer is best for her in order to help her prepare for the school team.  Can you please advise me?
  8. Last minute registrations?
  9. What is an SCJTL Player Development Plan?

 

1. What is the SCJTL Rain and Weather cancellation and make-up policy?

Weather related cancellations and Make-ups:

High Heat Alerts:

SCJTL sites do not cancel due to High Heat Alerts. The pace of all activities will be slowed to a pace less taxing than the regular schedule. Participants are encourage to bring extra fluids and plan to take frequent breaks.

Rain:

Every effort is made to determine whether or not to cancel a site due to rain. SCJTL does not call program participants regarding rescheduling due to weather cancellations.

For DAILY activity and WEATHER CANCELLATION information please
Call: 631-590-5019 or
Visit the SCJTL Web Site: www.scjtl.org -Program status posted on top of home page. For details >click "ANNOUNCEMENTS" button.
E-mail announcements will be attempted if possible.

SCJTL recommends checking the announcement web site and SCJTL Program Line before leaving for any program.

Make-ups: Make-up are schedules as follows:

Summer Tennis League: Next available Friday or as extension to existing sceduled session whenevr possible.

Weekly programs - PCT - HP - ISL - After-school programs: Sessions are added to the end of the program run time or make-up session is scheduled.
Please read specific program make-up policy.

Make-ups count as session dates. No refunds for absence.

Please note:
Sessions cancelled due to rain after they have started will not be made up:
1-hour sesions = 30 minutes
1 1/2hr. to 2-hour sessions = 45 minutes
3-hour sessions = 75 minutes
Extension of program for 1 week for make-ups is an option, after which no make-ups will be made.

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2. Does my child have to attend all 6 weeks?

No. The SCJTL Summer Tennis League is flexible enough to accommodate everyone’s summer plans. Indicate the total amount of weeks your child can attend. The enrollment fee is indicated next to the corresponding #of wks. Please list the weeks “not attending” in the space provided. If you are enrolling for less than 2 weeks please indicate Back to top

3. Can I enroll my child for a few weeks then add more?

Yes. Call the office at 631-590-5019 when you decide to add more weeks. They will be added in our records. The price will be based on the TOTAL amount of weeks sign up for.     
Ex:
Original sign-up is 2 weeks @ $125.
You now want to change it to a 6 week registration @$195.
You pay the difference between the two which comes out to $75.

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4. What is a Junior NTRP?

Junior National Tennis Ratine Program (NTRP) is a player rating system developed by the USTA to help place players with similar playing characteristics. The SCJTL Skill Level Calculator has been developed to help place players in SCJTL programs designed for their expereince level. Click here for SCJTL Level Guideline page.

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5. Does my child have to wear his/her shirt during the session?

No. We ask all SCJTL player wear their team shirts for Challange Days. This helps with team building and identifies registered players on courts. Registration includes 1 SCJTL shirt. Additional shirts may be purchased online thur your SCJTL Member Portal. The shirt will be delicvered to your players site within a day or two depeneind on when the purchase is made.

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6.  My player going to be 14 this summer and will be a freshman in high school in the fall.  She played on the JV team last fall for her high school but only exhibition matches.  She isn't at the Yellow Division level but the Green Division ages are 11-13.   Is she ineligible to play SCJTL summer tennis or can she be in the Green Division again this year?

She can play in the Yellow Division. Age is a priority so she can be around her peers. While there will be players with more experience in the Yellow Division there will also be players in the same age and level as she.
I think she would like that better and it is fine with us.

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7.  My child is 11 (6th grade), and has been taking tennis lessons for several years.She wants to try out for her Middle School tennis team in August. I am not sure which summer program you offer is best for her in order to help her prepare for the school team.  Can you please advise me?

I recommend the following and why:

1. SCJTL Summer Tennis League: This is our flagship program.  Over its 25 year history, the Summer Tennis League has provided playing and competition experiences for thousands of Suffolk County tennis team players. This is a perfect opportunity for your daughter to test her skills against her peers. Every tennis team in Suffolk County has player who play or have played in this program.

2. SCJTL Performance|Competition Training: This Saturday morning program will help your daughter prepare for her tennis team experience by training with a team. PCTraining features live ball drills along with singles and doubles tactical training and competition.

Each SCJTL program has a different emphasis. Depending on your child's time and resource, if she cannot participate in all 2 programs, then a combination of at the Summer Tennis League and Performance|Competition Trqaining would give her the next best experience. We also provide discounted tennis lessons for SCJTL Members through our Personal Coaching Services.

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8. Last Minute Registrations:

Best way is to register is ON-LINE:

1. Register On-Line by setting up your FREE SCJTL Member Portal

2. Be sure to read program confirmation information.

3. Print receipt and bring to Site ready to play.

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10. The SCJTL Player Development Plan

Using SCJTL programs and camps is an effect way to improve a tennis player's skills, results, and experience in tennis.

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Questions?? Contact SCJTL

Email: scjtl@ariastennis.com
Phone: 631-590-5019

 

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