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Wheaton Indoor Totally Tennis Camp!

Hi! This summer I am going to Wheaton Indoor Totally Tennis Camp!

 It is at the Wheaton Indoor Tennis Facility, a big place with six indoor courts that make it cool and comfortable. 

 Before I Leave for Camp 

blue monogramed bookbag with water bottle next to it

Before I leave, I will pack my things. I will need: 

A digital drawing of a peanut with a red circle and line through it

A nut-free lunch 

A stick figure drawing trying on a jacket and a t-shirt shorts and pants drawn next to it

Clothes that are good for moving and playing 

A water bottle 

Digital drawing of white and green sneakers

My tennis shoes 

 I can also bring a small fidget, my favorite board game, or book for quiet time. 

Arriving at Camp 

When I get to camp, my guardian and I will park in front of the indoor tennis building. 

 We will walk up and check-in with a counselor between 9:00 and 9:30 AM.  

Once checked in, I will go into the Wheaton Tennis center party room for free time. 

Two brown chairs in the left corner with a door on the right side of the chairs and another door to the left of them

 

Getting Ready

When I arrive: 

I will put my labeled lunchbox and backpack outside Court 1 in the party room. I will find a seat and meet the counselors and other campers. On Monday’s we start the day with a morning meet & greet, safety talk and fire drill. After we will line up and head out to the tennis courts for warm-up. 

Bathroom Time

Picture displays 2 doors . One on the left that leads to the women's rest room with a black sign to the right of the door labeled women's and to the right of that is a second door with a "staff only" label on it

After my guardian drops me off and I put my lunchbox and backpack in the party room. I may ask a counselor to use the bathroom before camp starts.

Tennis Time!

Each morning, I will focus on the tennis fundamentals like forehands and backhands, footwork, the serve, and overhead smash. 

Throughout these drills I will also: 

Digital drawing of a blue reusable water bottle with black top

Take water breaks 

Play tennis games 

Learn new skills from certified instructors 

I will have fun while learning and growing stronger and more confident! 

Lunch and Quiet Time 

At 12:30 PM, it is time for lunch. 

 I will eat just outside the indoor courts in the party room. 

 After lunch, I will have the opportunity to participate in quiet activities, like: 

  • Board Games
  • Coloring
  • Quiet Games

After this break I will return to the court to keep learning tennis and play more games.

Friday Fun 

On Fridays, I get to celebrate my hard work with: 

  • Fun match play 
  • A friendly tournament that is not mandatory 

A chance to show off our new tennis skills! 

Breaks and Activities

During free play, I can: 

  • Play board games or puzzles 
  • Use calming toys 
  • Take a break with a fidget or book 

If I need help, the Program Access staff are there with “go bags” that include: 

  • Sensory tools 
  • Calming materials 
  • Visual support

 I Can Get Support 

If I need help with: 

  • Transitions 
  • Understanding plans 
  • Regulating my feelings 

 …there are visual schedules and friendly counselors to guide me. 

If I need to prepare ahead of time, my family can ask for: 

  • Social stories 
  • Activity previews 
  • Accommodations 

Going Home

Pick-up starts at 4:00 PM at the same place as drop-off in the party room. 

 If someone else is picking me up, my family needs to tell the camp director.

 I am Ready to Have Fun! 

I am going to learn tennis, make new friends, and have a wonderful time at Wheaton Indoor Totally Tennis Camp.