Tennis Camp for All Lanker Kit Children by TSV Meerbusch and TD Lank
In early and late June, two tennis camps took place in Germany, offering an exciting opportunity for kindergarten children to engage in activities beyond just tennis. The first camp, at TD Lank, was attended by 48 children from three different centers - Evangelical Family Center Lank, Catholic Kindergarten St. Stephanus, and kindergarten "Under the Rainbow". The second camp, at TSV Meerbusch, welcomed 35 children from Municipal Kindergarten Tabaluga and kindergarten "Colors of the World".
These tennis camps, a regular fixture in the kindergarten year of daycare centers, were supported by various sponsors and the association for culture, tradition, and sports (KuBuS). The clubs expressed their gratitude for this support, which enabled these engaging events to take place.
The camps catered to children aged 3 to 6 years, focusing on play-based learning and emphasizing social skills and physical activity. Tennis was introduced in a fun and engaging manner, using games to teach basic hand-eye coordination and movement skills.
The structure of the camps involved a variety of activities, including simple ball games to improve hand-eye coordination, fun obstacle courses to enhance agility and speed, basic tennis strokes and movements introduced through play, and team games to foster cooperation and sportsmanship. Sessions might last about 45 minutes to an hour, with breaks in between, and activities could rotate every 10 to 15 minutes to keep children engaged and focused.
Daycare centers often partner with local tennis clubs or sports organizations to arrange transportation and instructional staff. The camps could be held at a centralized location, such as a local sports facility, to ensure accessibility for all participants.
Emphasis was placed on social interactions and group play, a core component of German kindergarten education. Some camps might also incorporate basic German language reinforcement through sports activities.
It's worth noting that these tennis camps did not occur in May or July. Another tennis camp for 35 kindergarten children took place at the end of June at TSV Meerbusch.
For specific details about a particular tennis camp involving multiple daycare centers in Germany, it would be best to contact local sports organizations or daycare centers directly.
The camps, supported by the association for culture, tradition, and sports (KuBuS), extended beyond traditional tennis lessons, focusing on play-based learning, social skills, and physical development. In addition to basic tennis strokes and games, activities included simple ball games, obstacle courses, and team games, all designed to foster cooperation and sportsmanship. These camps, although not in May or July, are coordinated with local tennis clubs or sports organizations to ensure accessibility for all participants.
