Tennis lessons in Taichung
By James Kane
Translated by S. Ying
With reputedly only 30 days of rain every
year, and numerous courts throughout
the city, Taichung offers tennis
enthusiasts plenty of opportunities to
pick up their rackets and play. For those
wanting to improve their game, there is
also the chance to sign up for tennis
lessons, regardless of age or level.
Hope Tennis Academy
231, ShanXi Rd, Sec. 2, Beitun Dist.
Contact Vincent Oliver: vincentp@integrationsports.com, 0979-610-526
http://www.hopetennisacademy.com/
This international tennis academy offers the chance to develop your game with foreign coaches. The year-round schedule includes adult and junior programs and private one-on-one and group lessons for all levels, with the aim of improving your physical, technical, tactical and mental skills as well as creating a fun environment. Lessons are held in basic English. Check the academy website for details about various programs, how to enroll and a full price list.
  
Left: At Hope Academy, adult groups are organized for all levels of players (men and women) willing to gather during
the week. The price for the spring term is NT$700/person per lesson with discounts if you book a 12-week term
block.
Medium: The junior program at Hope Academy provides a fun environment to learn and improve. There are
4-6, 6-9 and 9-18 year age groups. The academy also runs summer camps, with this year's taking
place from July 6 to Aug. 28.
Right: The facilities at Hope Tennis Academy
include eight clay courts and one hard
court, a fitness room, equipment shops
and health center.
Taichung Tennis Academy
Taichung (Chungshan) Park at intersection of ZiYou Rd. and ShuangShi Rd. Sec 1 (next to police station).
Contact Anderson: 0919-049-334, ando1.tw@yahoo.com.tw
http://protennis.myweb.hinet.net/
This tennis teaching center provides professional training for players of all skill levels. The venue has four clay courts and is located within Taichung Park. Those interested can sign up for 10 lessons at a time, which are priced below in these blocks. Available lesson options include private one-on-one (NT$5,000), 2 people (NT$3,250 person) and groups (NT$3,000/person). Opening hours are flexible.
Taichung Titan Tennis Club
313, RenHe Rd, East Dist
Contact: 0952-860-207 or (04) 2280-0038, taichungtitantennisclub@gmail.com
http://taichungtitantennisclub.blogspot.tw/
Professional coaching is available here for all ages and levels, starting from age 8. Types of classes include one-on-one (NT$800 per class), two people (NT$500/person), groups (four or more, NT$300/person) and practice games (NT$800).
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June 2015
