Wildcat Tennis Camps at Davidson College offers comprehensive tennis instruction for young players ages 9-18 through both day and overnight residential programs. The camp provides 5-6 hours of daily instruction led by experienced coaches who group campers by skill level for personalized development. Each day combines academy-style technical training, competitive match play, drill situations for singles and doubles, strategy discussions, and free tennis, ensuring a well-rounded approach to skill Wildcat Tennis Camps at Davidson College offers comprehensive tennis instruction for young players ages 9-18 through both day and overnight residential programs. The camp provides 5-6 hours of daily instruction led by experienced coaches who group campers by skill level for personalized development. Each day combines academy-style technical training, competitive match play, drill situations for singles and doubles, strategy discussions, and free tennis, ensuring a well-rounded approach to skill development. The camp maintains an excellent 1:5 counselor-to-camper ratio, with overnight staff sleeping in dorms and participating in all activities to provide 24/7 supervision and mentorship.
For advanced high school players, the Elite Prospect Camp offers a specialized weekend program (Friday evening through Sunday morning) designed for sophomores, juniors, and seniors considering NCAA Division I, II, or III college tennis. This program focuses on the collegiate experience and advanced technical/tactical aspects of the game. All programs include classroom sessions covering tennis strategy and mental aspects of the sport, complemented by evening programs that build community and provide additional learning opportunities.
The camp’s structured daily schedule balances intense training with rest and recovery, including lunch, rest periods, and evening activities. Whether choosing day camp or the immersive overnight experience with dorm accommodations at Davidson College, campers receive world-class instruction in a collegiate environment that prepares them for competitive tennis at any level.
Key Highlights
Comprehensive 5-6 hours of daily tennis instruction with skill-level grouping
Excellent 1:5 counselor-to-camper ratio with 24/7 supervision for overnight campers
Prestigious Davidson College location offering collegiate-level training environment
Flexible options: day camp ($595/week) or overnight residential camp ($865/week)
Specialized Elite Prospect program for high school players considering NCAA college tennis
Special Features
Held at Davidson College campus
Skill-level grouping for personalized instruction
1:5 counselor-to-camper ratio
24/7 supervision with counselors in dorms
5-6 hours of daily instruction
Overnight residential option with dorm accommodations
Elite Prospect program for advanced high school players
Privately run by Camp Director Drew Barrett
Includes classroom sessions on strategy and mental aspects
Team rates available for groups of 4 or more
Activities
Tennis instruction (stroke production and shot execution)Academy-style trainingGames and competitive playMatch playDrill situations for singles and doublesFree tennisTennis strategy discussionsClassroom sessionsEvening programsPlaying with instructors
$595/week for Day Camp; $865/week for Overnight Camp. Private lessons and team rates (4+ players) available. Early check-in available for additional fee.
Location:
200 Baker Dr, Davidson, NC 28036
Schedule:
June 22-26, 2026 (5 full days). Elite Prospect Camp: Friday evening through Sunday 11:30am. Weekly camp clinics available throughout the summer. Daily schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm with structured training blocks, lunch, rest period, and evening programs. Overnight campers: lights out at 10:00pm.