Tournament Players Academy is not all about junior development
several weekends a month throughout the year
outdoor and indoor season
Ripley hosts Adult Transformational Retreats
"Unfortunately, most on-ramps to adult tennis camps are at an intensity too high for “previously-set in their ways” players to find them pleasurable. If people choose the wrong tennis camp they’ll likely miss the pleasure zone entirely”
“Refocusing on learning the game only for one’s own individual pleasure, as slowly as one prefers, and only at intensities that are pleasurable, is more likely to motivate repeat and habitual develop new tennis movement or strokes. At that point, the enjoyment of tennis learning pleasure can build on itself, motivating longer and longer intervals of experiencing the tennis pleasure zone." Ripley Amell
“Ripley is an outstanding tennis coach, the best of the best! As an avid tennis player who is always looking to improve my game, he’s one of the main reasons why we returned to Yonahlossee for my summer vacation. It’s also a beautiful area tucked away off the Blue Ridge Mountains and their indoor swimming pool and the surrounding areas for hiking are also fantastic We’ve been here three times within two years. As a highly competitive, recreational tennis player, and someone who has taken lessons from many pros over decades, I can attest that Ripley is an outstanding teacher because he could pinpoint my areas of weakness and what I needed to elevate my game. Ripley has an incredible keen eye and I witnessed how he’s both an expertise diagnostician for beginners as well as advanced players. All I can say is this is the place to come enhance your tennis game, learn new skills, and appreciate the beauty of this picturesque location.
Dr Andrea Corn https://www.drandreacorn.com
An unforgettable experience in the gorgeous high elevations of Blowing Rock awaits you, your friends and teammates. Improve your game and meet other tennis enthusiasts for a weekend of intense instruction and relaxation.
World renowned Director Ripley Amell offers more than seven hours of instruction, including play-action drills, technical evaluation, conditioning, and match play. Adult players from around the globe have taken Ripley’s tennis retreats in Canada, Florida, Pennsylvania and now here in the High Country of North Carolina!
2023 DATES
Winter Retreats (indoor tennis facility)
March 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26
April 31-2, 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 28-30
Spring-Summer (outdoor clay courts)
May 12-14, 19-21, 26-28
June 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25
July 30-2, 7-9, 14-16,21-23, 28-30
August 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27
Fall ( Outdoor and Indoor based on weather)
September 1-3, 8-10, 51-17, 22-24, 29-1
October 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29
November 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26
Package includes:
Welcome cocktail reception
• 2 hr Round Robin & Evaluation
• Seven hours of instruction
• Tennis play during the weekend
• Daily snacks on the court
Tennis program package price is $325pp without accommodations. Accommodations are with the Chetola Resort, Blowing Rock and done separately at www.chetola.com
TENNIS QUESTIONS
ripley@tournamentplayersacademy.com
Sample Agenda:
Friday
3:00PM Check in Chetola Resort
4:00pm-6:00pm Round Robin and evaluation @ Yonahlossee Resort and Club
Fun and casual – meet Ripley and visit with other attendees
Cocktail reception at 6:15pm
Saturday
1:00pm-5:00pm Instruction- Yonahlossee Resort and Club
Courtside snack provided.
Free Time
Lunch & Dinner at Chetola Resort.
Sunday
9:00am-12:00pm Instruction- Yonahlossee Resort and Club
Full payment of $325 due at time of booking. If cancelled within 15 days of arrival, you will lose the full value of the event cost.