BABY TENNIS CAMP | WEEK (MORNINGS)
Frederic Dewitte Tennis Academy – Club Med Kabira Ishigaki
Duration
Monday to Friday (morning)
Hours
08:00 – 11:30
Age
From 3 years
Level
All levels
Available during school holidays and summer periods, our Baby Tennis Camp introduces children aged 3–6 to sport through joyful movement, coordination and first racket skills. Sessions take place in a safe, caring and multicultural Club Med environment where play, confidence and curiosity come first.
Children discover tennis on hard and artificial grass courts using age-appropriate equipment and game-based learning designed specifically for early development.
WHAT THE PROGRAMME INCLUDES
- Tennis discovery and ball skills through games
- Multisport coordination activities
- Creative early-learning workshops
- Small groups with specialised junior coaches
- A fun, confidence-building environment
A TYPICAL MORNING
Morning: 08:00 - 08:15
Welcome & handover to coaches
Morning: 08:15 – 09:15
Creative & multisport workshops
(drawing, movement games, coordination activities)
Morning: 09:45 – 11:30
Mini Tennis Session
(play-based learning, balance, rhythm and racket skills)
Afternoon
Free family time at the resort
Parents often use the afternoon to enjoy the Club Med lifestyle—beach time, water sports, international cuisine and evening entertainment together as a family.
Rooms & Suites
Ideal Accommodations For Your Tennis Camp
Situated between lush forests and pristine beaches, the rooms reflect the colors of the East China Sea. Each space incorporates Okinawan architectural elements, featuring timber balconies and angled tile roofing.
Superior
Superior Room
Located on every level of the resort, these accommodations can house up to 3 guests. The room design is minimalist, featuring walls adorned with eyecatching geometric patterns in yellow and turquoise hues.
Deluxe
Deluxe Room
Enjoy panoramic vistas of the East China Sea from your private balcony. Located on the uppermost level, this second-floor accommodation boasts a vibrant pop art aesthetic, featuring a color scheme of blues and oranges complemented by furniture reminiscent of the 1960s.
Suite
Suite Room
From the uppermost level of the building, gaze out from your terrace and take in the vibrant hues of the East China Sea. The term "spacious" hardly does justice to the accommodations. Relax on the couch in the living area, surrounded by subdued tones and cozy textures.
FAMILY STAY AT CLUB MED KABIRA ISHIGAKI
Training and accommodation are seamlessly integrated within the resort. Families enjoy a complete sport-and-lifestyle experience combining tennis, relaxation and connection.
- All-inclusive gourmet meals and drinks
- 24-hour reception and concierge services
- Mandara Spa and wellness facilities
- Swimming pools and beachfront activities
- Conference and meeting spaces
- Evening shows, events and entertainment
- A convivial international atmosphere where guests and staff connect naturally
This unique setting reflects the academy’s philosophy: development through sport, joy and human connection.
Baby Tennis Program at play tennis!™ Academy by Frederic Dewitte
At play tennis!™ Academy by Frederic Dewitte, our Baby Tennis program introduces children aged 3 to 6 to tennis through movement, creativity, and play-based learning inspired by the renowned Frédéric Dewitte philosophy.
Located inside Club Med resorts in Hokkaido and Okinawa, our multilingual environment allows young children to discover tennis naturally while enjoying an international and active atmosphere.
Using adapted equipment — oversized foam balls, smaller rackets, and lower nets — children develop coordination, balance, rhythm, and basic tennis skills in a safe and encouraging environment.
Core Principles of Our Baby Tennis Program
- Learning Through Fun Young children learn best when they are enjoying themselves. Our sessions use games, obstacle courses, and playful challenges to build focus, movement skills, and excitement for tennis.
- Building Athletic Foundations The goal is not early specialization, but developing overall athletic ability. Activities improve balance, agility, hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and body control.
- Small Groups & Individual Attention Every child develops differently. Coaches adapt activities based on each child’s personality, confidence level, coordination, and pace of learning.
- Positive Confidence Building We create a supportive atmosphere where children feel comfortable trying, moving, and expressing themselves. Positive reinforcement helps build confidence and emotional resilience from an early age.
- International & Multilingual Environment Children are exposed to English, Japanese, and an international resort atmosphere, helping them naturally develop communication skills alongside sports skills.
The play tennis!™ Philosophy
Our philosophy is simple:
Before creating great tennis players, we want to help children fall in love with movement, sport, and self-expression.
By combining high-level coaching experience, international culture, and a fun-first approach, we aim to create a memorable first sporting experience for every child.
A WORLD-CLASS LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Young players train within a professional ecosystem guided by Frederic Dewitte, whose international background and Club Med roots shape a playful yet purposeful methodology.
Facilities include:
- Hard and artificial grass tennis courts
- Mini-tennis courts designed for young children
- Fitness and movement spaces
- Sports medicine and recovery support
- Safe resort environment with continuous supervision
Children grow not only as athletes, but as confident and expressive individuals—an approach inspired by Frederic’s experience coaching elite players including Makoto Ninomiya.
HOW TO BOOK
To reserve your child’s place, contact our academy team or book your stay at Club Med Kabira Ishigaki and add the Baby Tennis Camp to your family programme.
A joyful first step into tennis… in paradise.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. The programme is designed for beginners and young children discovering sport for the first time.
Accommodation is optional and can be added through resort booking packages.
Yes. Sessions take place within a secure Club Med setting with specialised supervision and child-friendly facilities.
Early exposure develops coordination, confidence, rhythm and social skills through play.
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