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As the high school coach with the most wins in New york State, Arons has seen firsthand how tennis can help young people develop better mental agility, focus and concentration. "It teaches kids how to not only compete, but it teaches kids how to recover from their mistakes, work as a team in doubles and try to overcome. If you lose one day, it teaches you how to win tomorrow," he said. "I think it's a great discipline for young children and it not only helps them in their fitness but their lives." A tennis camp director at the Shelter Rock Tennis & Country Club in Manhasset, Arons has
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coached some of the top junior players in the area. he emphasizes that while tennis is a game of power, it also requires a great deal of finesse. "you have to start it when they're young. you have to develop their hands. We have drills now that actually teach touch and feel," he said. In today's tennis game, Arons says using variation is a sure-fire way to ensure your success in a match. "I think mixing it up in tennis, especially in the serve, is the key. If you do the same thing all the time, these players are going to figure you out in a minute. But if you mix it up, they don't know what to expect."
Great Neck Estates Tennis Club, 12 Shore Drive, Great Neck, is a state-of-the-art indoor tennis facility comprised of adult teaching professionals. Instruction is offered for juniors, adults, tournament training and camps. For more information, call howie Arons or Willie Notar at 516-233-2790 or visit www.greatneckestatestennis.com. Shelter Rock Tennis & Country Club, 100 long Island Expressway, Manhasset, offers private and group lessons, team practices, adult clinics and tennis camps. For more information, call 516484-0100 or visit shelterrocktennisclub.com.