DeKalb, Illinois Tennis Camps

Sports camps expose young people to various sports and one of the most popular individual sports for young people is tennis. Those attending tennis camps can hone their skills, work with experienced professionals, and enjoy the competition and camaraderie of other young tennis players.There are several quality tennis camps in DeKalb, Ill. and the surrounding areas that cater to tennis players of all skill levels.

  1. Adidas Tennis Camp

    • The Adidas Tennis Camp is located in the town of Kalb, Ill., on the campus of Northern Illinois University. It is open to young people aged 9-18 and players of all skill levels who receive instruction and play on 13 outdoor and three indoor courts. The camp offers day, extended day and overnight options.Nighttime activities include a bowling night, movie night, pool/game night as well as a pizza party.

    Northwestern University Tennis Camp

    • The Northwestern University Tennis Camp is located just over 70 miles from DeKalb, Illinois. The campus just north of Chicago provides an exciting backdrop for campers in this Nike-sponsored camp. This camp caters to players as young as five years old, and ranging up to 17 years of age. The younger campers learn the game under low-pressure situations that focus on making tennis more fun. Older campers can test their game against fellow athletes of a comparable skill level. The camp offers a variety of options including: full-day, half-day and half-day and afternoon options. Overnight accommodations are also available.

    Bradley University Nike Tennis Camp

    • The Bradley University Tennis Camp is approximately a two-hour drive from DeKalb, in Peoria, Ill. This Nike-sponsored camp is open to players ages 9 to 18. Campers will learn the game on the university's Markin Tennis facilities, which include six acrylic courts. Overnight and day camps are available. Overnight campers stay on the campus.

    University of Illinois Summer Tennis Camp

    • The University of Illinois at Champaign is located approximately three hours from DeKalb, Ill and bills itself as "the premier Illinois tennis camp." Established in 1979, the coed camp and is open to campers aged 10 to 18. Campers are grouped by age and ability and have their serve and groundstrokes videotaped and analyzed by the camp's director, to give each player expert insight into their form and ways to improve. A highlight is a weekly team competition that gives players the opportunity to bond and work on their team skills in a traditionally individual sport.