Apex Tennis Academy
Tennis Pros of Tomorrow
At Chesterfield Athletic Club, our Apex Tennis Academy is dedicated to nurturing a passion for tennis in players of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to empower athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the court by providing exceptional coaching, personalized training programs, and a supportive environment that fosters growth, resilience, and sportsmanship.
Our Programs
Apex Tennis Academy offers a comprehensive range of programs tailored to meet the needs of various age groups and skill levels:
Red Ball (Ages 4-8)
Designed for young beginners, this program focuses on developing fundamental skills in a fun and engaging environment.
Orange Ball (Ages 7-10)
This program introduces players to more advanced techniques and strategies, building upon the basics to enhance overall performance.
Green Ball (Ages 9-13)
This program introduces players to more advanced techniques and strategies, building upon the basics to enhance overall performance.
Junior Elite (Middle School/High School)
This program caters to advanced players seeking to compete at higher levels, focusing on intensive training and strategic development.
Academy (Pro-Approved)
Our elite program for top-tier players, offering specialized coaching and rigorous training regimens to prepare athletes for high-level competition.
Winter/Spring Schedule and Registration
Our programs are structured to accommodate various schedules:
Academy (Pro-Approved)
- Monday-Friday 5:00-7:30pm
- $70 per class
- 2 DAYS PER WEEK ARE RECOMMENDED FOR ACADEMY
- TUESDAY AND THURSDAY ARE BY INVITATION ONLY
Junior Elite
- Monday 4:00-6:00pm
- Wednesday 4:00-6:00pm
- Friday 4:00-6:00pm
- $60 per class
Green Ball
- Tuesday 5:30-7:00pm
- Thursday 4:30-6:00pm
- Saturday 11:00-12:30pm
- $45 per class
Orange Ball
- Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
- Saturday 11:00-12:00pm
- $30 per class
Red Ball
- Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
- Saturday 9:00-10:00am
- $30 per class
Winter/Spring begins on January 5th
YOU MUST BE AT LEAST A JUNIOR TENNIS MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY PROGRAM PAST ORANGE BALL
THERE IS NO MEMBERSHIP REQURED FOR RED BALL AND ORANGE BALL
JUNIOR TENNIS MEMBERSHIPS ARE $30 PER MONTH, PLUS TAX, AND A COMMITMENT OF AT LEAST 3 MONTHS IS REQUIRED
PROGRAMS ARE BILLED MONTHLY AND THERE IS NO PRORATING FOR MISSED CLASSES
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR DAYS, OR ADD/SUBTRACT DAYS MONTHLY AND YOU WILL BE BILLED ACCORDINGLY BY MONTHLY REGISTRATION
Meet Our Coaching Team
Our experienced and dedicated coaching staff is committed to providing top-notch instruction and guidance:
Wynn Criswell
Director of Tennis
A former ATP world-ranked player in singles and doubles, Wynn brings a wealth of experience and leadership to our academy.
Billy Gluck
Tennis Professional
A USPTA Elite Professional with 24 years of teaching experience, Billy has coached numerous local, sectional, and national-ranked players.
Tao Cui
Tennis Professional
With over 15 years of experience, Tao specializes in technical analysis and has coached students achieving national rankings and state championships.
Craig Tidwell
Tennis Professional
A full-time instructor at CAC for fifteen years, Craig played collegiate tennis at The University of Kansas.
Mike Schaaf
Tennis Professional
A USPTA certified instructor and former collegiate player at UMSL, Mike offers personalized coaching to players of all levels.
Jess Campbell
Tennis Professional
Jess has been an RSPA Elite Professional since 2009. She worked at Dwight Davis Tennis Center in Forest Park for 10 years and has been with Creve Coeur Racquet Club for 15 years. She was a CORE Academy owner for the past year, specializing in the development of budding tournament players ages 9-18.
Tiffany Carrillo
Tennis Professional
Tiffany has been coaching since age fifteen and have worked with players of all ages and competitive levels. I’ve coached at multiple high-level academies and through years of private instruction. As a coach, my goal is to inspire players, push them to grow, and help them discover confidence, discipline, and a love for the game that goes far beyond the court.
Schedule (programs start June 2)
Facilities
Chesterfield Athletic Club boasts a premier tennis facility with nine indoor and six outdoor courts, providing year-round opportunities for practice and play.
Junior Tennis Membership
We offer a Junior Tennis Membership for children participating in our programs. This membership includes benefits such as free walk-on court time (maximum of 2 hours per week) for the clinic participant during the clinic month. Those in Green Ball, Junior Elite and Academy are eligible for the walk on time.