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.
Fall schedule and registration
Our programs are structured to accommodate various schedules:
Academy (Pro-Approved)
- Monday–Thursday 5:00–7:30pm $70
- Friday 5:00–7:00pm $60
- For our Monday–Thursday classes Academy is a 2.5hr program (there is a required fitness portion for the last 30 minutes).
- 2 DAYS PER WEEK ARE RECOMMENDED FOR ACADEMY
- TUESDAY AND THURSDAY ARE BY INVITATION ONLY
Junior Elite
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Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 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
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Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday 11:00-12:00pm
- $30 per class
Red Ball
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Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday 9:00-10:00am
- $30 per class
Intro to High School
Saturday 1:30-3:00pm
$45.00 per class
Match Play
Saturday 3:00-5:00pm
$45 per class
Fall begins on September 1st (no classes on Labor Day)
YOU MUST BE AT LEAST A JUNIOR TENNIS MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY PROGRAM PAST ORANGE BALL
THERE IS NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED 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
Fall Apex is billed out monthly for Green Ball, Junior Elite and Academy. When you register for a class, you are registering for that day and class for the entire month, and will be billed accordingly. Please speak directly with coaches for make-ups, we will not offer pro-rated classes except at our discretion for holidays and special circumstances.
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
Originally from St. Louis, Billy Gluck is a former professional player, top nationally ranked junior, and Division I collegiate athlete with more than 25 years of experience developing and leading high-performance tennis programs. Throughout his career, Billy has built a reputation for developing elite-level talent and helping players maximize their potential both on and off the court.
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.
Tiffany Carrillo
Tennis Professional
Tiffany has been coaching since age fifteen and has worked with players of all ages and competitive levels. She has coached at multiple high-level academies and through years of private instruction. As a coach, her 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
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.