
Teach Tennis As An Instructor
at Camp Lenox This Summer
8 weeks, 12 Pro Courts, Competitive Pay + Room and Board. Experience of a lifetime!
Work at Camp Lenox, a premier Berkshires summer camp where exceptional sports programming meets tradition & spirit, for campers ages 7-16. Develop your own leadership abilities and create lifelong connections in our stunning mountain setting.
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As a tennis instructor at Camp Lenox, you'll combine your passion for tennis with meaningful summer employment in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains. Each day brings opportunities to develop your coaching skills while working with motivated campers of all skill levels. You'll lead dynamic clinics, be a part of tournaments, and provide both group and individual instruction – all while being part of a supportive team of fellow college students who share your enthusiasm for the sport. The professional facilities and well-maintained courts provide an ideal environment for both teaching and playing.
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At Lenox, we value initiative and creative thinking from our tennis staff. You'll have the freedom to develop your own coaching style while working within our established program framework. Collaborating with experienced instructors, you'll help design engaging lessons that challenge and inspire campers to improve their game.
There's nothing more rewarding than watching your players progress throughout the summer, from mastering basic skills to competing in their first tournament. This role offers valuable experience in leadership, communication, and program development – skills that strengthen any resume.
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Your role at Lenox is dual-purpose – you're not just a tennis instructor, but also a bunk counselor living with and mentoring a group of campers. When you're not on the courts, you'll build cabin spirit and create the kind of memories that make summer camp special.
You'll have one day off per week to explore the beautiful Berkshires with fellow staff members. The position includes competitive compensation, housing, meals, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact both on and off the courts. It's a demanding but incredibly rewarding way to spend your summer, combining your love of tennis with the chance to be a role model for young campers.
ARE YOU READY TO
BE A...

LEADER
Lead by example! There won’t always be someone around to tell you what to do, and we love self-starters. Figure out what needs to be done, then get out there and do it.
Lenox is not a spectator camp, and we expect you to be a role model by participating in all group activities. Camp is fun, but it will also be demanding.

TEACHER
Your activity should be something you love and have some expertise.
Just because you’re good at something, doesn’t mean you’re qualified to teach it.
You will be expected to make your activity fun and engaging while providing plenty of opportunities for kids to excel.
Be ready to contribute at camp with confidence, understanding, experience, and enthusiasm.

PROFESSIONAL
You will be expected to maintain a clean and professional appearance at all times and to respect the buildings and facilities as if they were your own.
Camp spirit means a lot at Lenox, and you should be prepared to keep things upbeat with your infectious enthusiasm.
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Your body language is a powerful form of communication. We expect you to be enthusiastic and to look it. You should smile, not frown. Your speech should be free from profanity or other harmful words.
Expectations and Responsibilities

AND TAKE TIME TO
RECHARGE
Days at camp are long, with a busy schedule to maintain. Periods of rest and renewal are vital to a good summer.
You will receive three nights off per week and five days off through the course of the summer.
We want you to take full advantage of your time off so you’ll stay refreshed during the summer.

ROLE MODEL
When Rich and Stephanie speak with parents about Lenox, they stress enrichment, safety, physical growth, and emotional well-being for children. That’s what you’re expected to provide.
Remember: you’re taking care of other people’s kids. Your own personal actions speak louder than words when working with children. We expect you to uphold the ideals of Camp Lenox and be a great role model.
Becoming a camp counselor at Lenox requires a very special skill set and may not be for everyone. Prospective staff need to be mature, responsible men and women ages 19 and up who’ve completed at least one year of college. They also need to enjoy working with children in a residential setting and have strong social skills. Staff members will go through a 1-week orientation and a 7-week full camp experience during the summer.
"As a first time counselor, I had a new role in camp. Whether it was in the bunk, at AICs or at group periods, I found it very rewarding to help campers get better and/or solve their problems.”-Josh Cooper, Staffer