SNTA Denver
high school team, collegiate and pro-level play
Professional level coaching and instruction for people of all ages and especially junior tennis players that will lead to scholarships, high school team, collegiate and pro-level play.
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The Steven Nash Tennis Academy (SNTA) is a high skill, developmental program for all ages and ability levels. We provide competitive, professional level instruction to a diverse group of juniors and adults.
The SNTA builds upon a tradition of athletic and academic excellence and mentorship that has produced generations of high school, collegiate and pro-athletes. The SNTA is located in the heart of Northeast Park Hill, a historically diverse and primarily African American neighborhood in Denver, Colorado.
Ultimately we seek to establish our own professional-grade facility for junior and adult athletes to learn, train, compete and grow the game of tennis.
Steven R. Nash
President and Founder
Steven Nash Tennis Academy
Mission
- Recruit and train the next generation of junior athletes in Northeast Park Hill and beyond.
- Emphasize sportsmanship, consistency, respect, discipline and mutual support.
- Present a training regiment for tennis that will serve athletes throughout their lives.
- Bring tennis to a diverse community of all ages and ability levels.
Vision
Create a world-class tennis-training facility in the heart of Northeast Park Hill in Denver where a diverse group of junior and adult athletes can train and compete.
PROGRAM
- This is a high-skill level developmental program for all ages and ability levels.
- This is an accelerated, science-based, technical program designed for current and future athletes.
OUTCOMES
- Students will learn to play the fun, engaging, social and competitive game of tennis!
- Students will learn the science, strategy and precise mechanics for shot-making.
- Students will learn reliable strokes and continually improve their game.
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Steven R. Nash
Steven R. Nash is the President and Founder of the Steven Nash Tennis Academy, and a professional tennis player who grew up and lives in Northeast Park Hill, Denver, Colorado.
At age 15, inspired by Arthur Ashe and taught the basics by his older brother, he fell in love with the game and has trained and played ever since. In addition to playing tournaments in country clubs throughout Colorado, he played on the George Washington High School tennis team in Denver, and subsequently earned a full tennis scholarship to The University of Northern Colorado.
At the University of Northern Colorado he was the first freshman ever elected to play on the varsity tennis team. He was then recruited by Metropolitan State College in Denver and transferred to be the number one player on their varsity team, and the first African-American player to hold that distinction.
Accolades include, but are not limited to:
● Presently Open Tournament Player with multiple tournament wins at every level
● Collegiate state champion, Mesa College State Open
● NCTA II Participation in Kansas City
Over the past 35 years Mr. Nash has developed a precise and concise teaching style that provides consistent modeling and practice of excellent mechanics. By understanding the movement and science behind shot-making, players can continually improve their game.
A Master racket stringer, he tests and evaluates strings and rackets, adjusting and learning with each new innovation.
SNTA Membership
Membership Benefits:
- One session of the Foundational Course and practice included: “Become a Tennis Player in a Week” Clinic - Become a competent player in a week through understanding the fundamentals of competitive play. Sessions Fall, Spring and Summer.
- Access to all SNTA programs and private lessons.
- Racquet Stringing Demo
- Updates on tournaments and scholarship opportunities offered through the United States Tennis Association and other organizations.
SNTA Membership Fee: $400
Cash, check or money order accepted
Junior (8-18) tennis
Learn to Play Tennis in a Week!
When: Tentative Dates to be confirmed
Fall, 2024: September 9-October 4
Monday-Friday, 4:30-5:30 pm
Spring, 2025: April 7-May 2
Monday-Friday, 4:30-5:30 pm
Please sign up here and we will contact you in early August to confirm and complete registration (Fall). For Spring and Summer sign-ups we will keep you informed and contact you to complete the registration process next year!
Save the date!
Summer, 2025: June 9 - July 25 (7 weeks)
Middle school: 9:00-10:00 am
High School: 10:00-11:00 am
Begin any Monday!
Where: McAuliffe International School Tennis Courts
2540 Holly Street - Courts on 25th Avenue
Denver, CO. 80207
Cost: $400.00 per session
Cash, Check, Money Order, MySparkDenver Card accepted
“Become a Tennis Player in a Week”
5 Day Curriculum
Become a competent player in a week through understanding the fundamentals of competitive play. This intensive and fast-paced course teaches one aspect of the game each day of the week.
May repeat the course and practice at no additional cost on a drop-in/daily basis through the end of the session.
Tennis for Adults
Tennis for Teams
Teachers. Teams. Women. Men
Become a Tennis Player in A Week!
The SNTA Travels to your Location
Become a Tennis Player in a Week!
Five Day Clinic
When: Save the date!
Summer, 2025: June 9 - July 25 (7 weeks)
Monday-Friday
11:00 am -12:00 pm
Begin any Monday!
May repeat the course at no extra cost on a
drop-in/daily basis through July 25
Where: McAuliffe International School Tennis Courts
2540 Holly Street - Courts on 25th Avenue
Denver, CO. 80207
Cost: $400.00 Cash, Check, Money Order accepted
Please contact us for more information:
(720) 461-7904 or annesnta@gmail.com
Private Lessons and Coaching
Prepare for team and tournament play!
- Learn match play strategies through super competitive drills
- Serve and volley strategies
- 1st serve and 1st volley drills
- How to play Serve and Volley consistently
- Learn power forehand and backhand to facilitate winning shots through pinpoint accuracy
- Super advancement through personal coaching
- Navigate and prepare for High School Varsity tennis
For more information please contact
Anne Ginnold:
(720) 461-7904 or annesnta@gmail.com
Registration
1) Please fill out pre-registration form here
or call/email annesnta@gmail.com or (720)461-7904.
2) Attend Saturday in-Person Registration for payment, packet and racquet!
Where: McAuliffe International School Tennis Courts on 25th Avenue
2540 Holly Street, Courts on 25th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80207
When: Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am
To be determined
3) Bring SNTA Membership or Course Fee on Saturday:
$400 Cash, Check, Money Order, MySparkDenver Card Accepted
For Questions or More information, please contact us at:
(720) 461-7904 OR annesnta@gmail.com
CONTACT US
Steven Nash Tennis Academy, LLC
720.461.7904
Annesnta@gmail.com
NORTHeast PARK HILL
DENVER, COLORADO
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