http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennisen-us2013-05-21T16:40:16.713625-05:00http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=13694/8/2013 12:00:00 AM<p>April 2013 -- The Cardio ball is one of the six components of the Cardio Tennis (CT)session. Without these it is not truly Cardio Tennis.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=13172/5/2013 12:00:00 AM<p>February 2013 -- Cardio Tennis^&reg; was initially created as the tennis industry's answer to the growing demand for fitness activities. It has steadily increased in popularity with nearly 1,800 sites in the U.S.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=128810/8/2012 12:00:00 AM<p>October 2012 -- In the more than seven years of its existence, much has been written about the innumerable benefits of Cardio Tennis. I feel there is one benefit that stands out above all others: the feeling of pure joy that is so often experienced by participants in a Cardio Tennis class.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=12807/26/2012 12:00:00 AM<p>August 2012 -- Cardio Tennis^&reg; was created in 2005 as the tennis industry's answer to the growing demand for fitness activities. In just seven years, it has grown to more than 1.3 million participants in the United States, with nearly 1,800 sites.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=12656/6/2012 12:00:00 AM<p>June 2012 -- It's always helpful to hear what's working for others in the industry. In that vein, here are the experiences of two tennis-teaching professionals who could inspire you to infuse new life into your own Cardio Tennis programming.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=12534/3/2012 12:00:00 AM<p>April 2012 -- I would like to introduce the newest member of the Cardio Tennis family, TRX Cardio Tennis - the ultimate ball-striking, calorie-burning workout incorporating strength, muscle endurance, balance and flexibility. In developing this new cutting-edge fitness program we focused on three concepts: <ol><li>Staying true to the core of what Cardio Tennis is all about (hitting tons of balls, time spent in the individual's heart rate zone, and high calorie burns) <li>Maintaining the health and safety of the participant <li>Giving equal balance to Cardio Tennis and activities using the TRX suspension trainer</li></ol></li><strong>Why TRX Cardio Tennis? <br></strong>Cardio Tennis has always been about training in the three different heart rate zones, burning calories and training specifically for tennis (and not about using fitness equipment, or doing push-ups or sit-ups).http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=12352/6/2012 12:00:00 AM<p>February 2012 -- Cardio Tennis has come a long way in just six short years. Thanks to the support of many, including the USPTA and its teaching professionals, more than 1.5 million people are now playing Cardio Tennis at 1,800 sites around the country.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=122412/5/2011 12:00:00 AM<p>December 2011 -- As tennis pros, one of our primary responsibilities is to spread our passion and excitement for the game of tennis. One of the best opportunities to do this is in conducting an amazingly fun, high-energy, exciting Cardio Tennis class for a large, diverse group.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=121010/12/2011 12:00:00 AM<P>October 2011 -- Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago continues to offer one of the strongest Cardio Tennis programs in the country with 25 classes per week, a Cardio Tennis pathway for development and successful Cardio Tennis social events. </P>Always trying to improve and expand the program, Midtown Athletic Club has been holding biweekly Cardio Tennis training sessions for approximately one-third of our teaching professionals.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=12018/8/2011 12:00:00 AM<P><IMG border=0 alt="Anna Kournikova, the new Cardio Tennis spokesperson" align=right src="http://addvantageuspta.com/html/CardioTennisAnna.jpg" width=285 height=300>August 2011 -- How often have you heard a teaching pro say (or you may have said yourself), "I already tried Cardio Tennis and it didn't go at my club"? </P>Well, things have changed in the world of Cardio Tennis. <P></P><STRONG><EM>The product has improved<BR></EM></STRONG>Cardio Tennis in 2011 is not the same product that was launched in 2005; it has evolved and been refined.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11866/9/2011 12:00:00 AM<p>June 2011 -- I have always been involved with tennis – as a student, junior player, ­collegiate player, and on to instructor and coach. To me there are ­always new things to learn and new ways to improve your game.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11724/1/2011 12:00:00 AM<P>April 2011 -- When Midtown Tennis Club unveiled its first Cardio Tennis program in October 2005, we crossed our fingers in hopes that members would show up to experience the concept of mixing tennis skill-building with cardio activity. They did come, and their numbers are still growing.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11541/29/2011 12:00:00 AM<P>February 2011 -- One of the keys for success with Cardio Tennis is to educate the &shy;consumer. This should be an ongoing process as CT is a great way to attract frequent players, new players and former players.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11601/27/2011 12:00:00 AM<P>February 2011 -- You will need the following items for proper set-up of the shootout competition.</P><UL><LI>A full cart of balls on wheels (The balls do not need to be new.) <LI>The official Cardio Tennis banner (Please try to secure a CT banner locally.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=113610/4/2010 12:00:00 AM<P>October 2010 -- Cardio Tennis celebrated its five-year anniversary as of the 2010 U.S. Open.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11198/3/2010 12:00:00 AM<P>August 2010 -- You have been running your Cardio Tennis program for a while with success, but how can you make it better, grow participation and increase revenue? We will offer several ideas to help you improve your Cardio Tennis classes. </P><STRONG>A few good pros</STRONG><BR>One of the first things that can make or break your Cardio Tennis program is the tennis professional who is assigned to run your classes.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=11036/3/2010 12:00:00 AM<P>June 2010 -- Does running the same program week after week challenge you? Do your programs tend to have peaks and valleys? Have you kicked off a program that starts out as the hottest new thing at your club, only to see the same program fizzle out? These situations occur many times when we put together new programs, so do not despair, don't give up. This article will give you some tried and true tools and ideas to keep your program fresh, exciting, and as dynamic as when you first put it out to your membership.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=10904/7/2010 12:00:00 AM<P>April 2010 -- Cardio Tennis continues to build its amazing track record for participation and revenue production. </P>Designed for fun and fitness, Cardio Tennis has increased revenue, participation, and exposure for our sport, both nationally and internationally.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=10682/9/2010 12:00:00 AM<P>February 2010 -- <I>Note: Feisal Hassan joined the Cardio Tennis speakers team in 2006. Since then, he has conducted the USPTA Cardio Tennis specialty course, several Cardio Tennis workshops for professionals, and special events for the tennis consumer.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=104711/11/2009 12:00:00 AM<P>October-November 2009 -- I was raised in a tennis family, became a competitive junior, and played tennis on a full scholarship at Barry University in Miami Shores, Fla. Of course, staying fit was crucial during my competitive years and I cross-trained for "cardio" using a heart-rate monitor and music off court.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=10308/3/2009 12:00:00 AM<P>August 2009 -- While current economic conditions have presented challenges in the tennis-teaching profession, they have also produced new &shy;opportunities. Those of us who manage to prosper or avoid difficulties during &shy;economic downturns are much the same as competitive players who - in the face of adversity, behind in the match - dig into their resource library to find &shy;adaptive success.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=10106/4/2009 12:00:00 AM<P>June 2009 -- It is important in today's economy to find ways to get the best value for your dollar and continue to generate revenue. Cardio Tennis is at your service with its marketing value, pricing options and money-making potential.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=9923/26/2009 12:00:00 AM<P>April 2009 -- One of the great aspects of attending a well-run Cardio Tennis class is its party-like atmosphere. The fun factor can be attributed to an energetic tennis pro, fast-paced drills - and well-selected music.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=9722/17/2009 12:00:00 AM<P>February 2009 -- Cardio Tennis is entering its fifth year and continues to excite coaches and consumers, generate revenue for facilities, and catch the interest of the media. Cardio Tennis is "the third way to play tennis." </P><P>When this program was launched in 2005 at the U.S.http://addvantageuspta.com/default.aspx?act=newsletter.aspx&category=Cardio Tennis&newsletterid=94412/15/2008 12:00:00 AM<P>December 2008 -- I have conducted scores of Cardio Tennis sessions and I give the program great marks for all the health benefits and other positives it offers the professional and the consumer. One aspect I would like to focus on is how these workouts play an important part in bringing people together and improving the quality of life for the participants.