Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp
An intensive tennis training camp for junior players of all levels, offering both day and overnight options.
▌ Editor's read The Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp website loads successfully and details a comprehensive program for junior tennis players. Founded in 2002 by Stan Smith and Billy Stearns, the academy has been operating for over 20 years, focusing on developing top-tier tennis talent. The camp offers both day and overnight options, making it a hybrid program. While the website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing, it highlights a strong coaching staff and a structured curriculum that includes technical, tactical, mental, and physical training. Google reviews for 'Smith Stearns Tennis Academy' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of coaching and the positive impact on their children's tennis skills. The camp emphasizes college placement, with many alumni going on to play at NCAA Division I, II, and III schools. Social media handles are active on Instagram (@smithstearns) and Facebook (SmithStearnsTennisAcademy), showcasing daily camp activities and student successes.
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Since 242002+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 8–18
Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. sports programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day and overnight options
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 24 (2002 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Sports
- Ages: 8–18
- Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00-10:00 am & 2:00-5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00-10:00 am
- Address: 1 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA
- Phone: (843) 363-4789
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Weekly tuition for day campers. Boarding is an additional $900/week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp
- What ages does Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp accept?
- Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp is open to children ages 8–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp cost?
- Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp publishes $1,395/week for the standard session. USD. Weekly tuition for day campers. Boarding is an additional $900/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp's hours?
- Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp runs Monday - Friday 8:00-10:00 am & 2:00-5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00-10:00 am. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp?
- Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp is operated by a private business, with 2002 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Smith Stearns Summer Tennis Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
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