Sports Clinics
Holton offers sports clinics using our campus facilities. These programs, designed to support Holton-Arms School and its athletic program, are open to both Holton and non-Holton students. A special welcome is offered to girls who might be considering Holton enrollment in the future. This is an ideal opportunity to get acquainted with Holton's coaches and facilities.
Tennis

Tennis Coach Yann Auzoux is beginning his fifteenth season coaching at Holton-Arms. Yann is a former Davis Cup player who has played with the best in the world. As a tennis player, Yann has won over 60 national and international events in both singles and doubles. As a coach, he has helped players at every level, from beginners to a top 20 player in the world.
- 2016, 2017, and 2018 Holton-Arms ISL Tournament Champion coach
- Holton-Arms Varsity Team has been ranked first 13 of the last 15 years
- Washington Post Coach of the Year
- Montgomery County Washington Post Coach of the Year
- Elected to the US Tennis Congress 2013, 2014
- Voted “Top 25 Best Online Coaches in the World” by US Tennis Congress
Programs
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- Early Summer Youth Tennis (Boys & Girls Ages 7 to 14)
- Private/Semi-Private Lessons (Youth through Adult)
- Learn to Play Tennis (Girls Grades 3 to 8)
- Double Play Practice & Competition (Girls Grades 6 and up)
- High Performance Program (Girls Grades 5 and up)
Early Summer Youth Tennis (Boys & Girls Ages 7 to 14)
Registration Temporarily Closed - Please check back May 4
The Early Summer Youth Tennis Clinic for boys and girls ages 7 to 14 is designed to suit all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. This two-week program meets Mondays through Thursdays from June 8 to June 18, and offers full day or half day instruction, as well as one-week or two week options. Our curriculum contains three parts: technique, footwork, and accuracy.
Week 1: Monday thru Thursday, June 8 to 11
Week 2: Monday thru Thursday, June 15 to 18
Program | Time | One Week | Both Weeks |
Full Day (lunch 12-1 p.m.) | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | $504 | $1,008 |
Half Day: Mornings | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | $252 | $504 |
Half Day: Afternoons | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. | $252 | $504 |
If your child is ready to learn tennis, this premier clinic is a great place to start.
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Private/Semi-Private Lessons (Youth through Adult)
Registration Temporarily Closed - Please check back May 4
Private (one person) or Semi-Private (two people together) lessons are available with Yann Auzoux for both juniors and adults. Lessons may be purchased in 1 hour, 5 hour, and 10 hour packs. Once purchased, lessons can be scheduled directly with Coach Yann.
Private Lessons: $130 per hour
Semi-Private: $65 per hour per person
Please call 202-670-9770 or email to schedule.
Learn to Play Tennis (Girls Grades 3 to 8)
Whether she’s new to the sport, early in her tennis career, or just wants a refresher of the basics, our Learn to Play Tennis program for girls in grades 3 to 8 is a great place for a young tennis player to build a strong foundation. Players will work on forehand, backhand, serve, and volleys, and will begin to build their competitive edge.
Participants should be interested in the game and motivated to learn quickly. Bring a tennis racquet, water bottle, sunscreen, and plenty of enthusiasm!
The program meets Sundays from 12 to 1:30 p.m. on Holton’s Tennis Courts, but may move indoors to the Marriott Gymnasium in case of rain. Two three-week sessions are offered.
Session 1: April 5, 19, 26 (no lessons on April 12)
Session 2: May 3, 10, 17
Price: $150 per session
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Double Play Practice & Competition (Girls Grades 6 and up)
Registration Closed - Program Cancelled
The Double Play Practice and Competition program for girls in grades 6 and up builds a player’s competitive edge in a way that cannot be achieved in regular tennis lessons alone, combining on-court coaching with competitive events. Participants will play in Tennis Central tournaments, round robins, and challenges in both singles and doubles while receiving real time coaching. Through active competition, your player will develop her strategy, trouble-shooting, and mental acuity, as well as the nerves, grit, and intensity it takes to become a tough competitor.
Participants should come prepared wearing tennis attire and bring a tennis racquet, water bottle, and sunscreen.
The program takes place Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. on Holton’s Tennis Courts; however, we run rain or shine, and will move indoors to the Marriott Gymnasium if it rains. Two three-week sessions are offered.
Session 1: April 5, 19, 26 (no lessons on April 12)
Session 2: May 3, 10, 17
Price $150 per session
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
High Performance Program (Girls Grades 5 and up)
Registration Closed - Program Cancelled
The High Performance Program for girls in grades 5 and up is designed for players who have a taste for competition. The bulk of the curriculum is centered around play-making, strategy, and high level performance. A typical participant is comfortable serving, rallying, keeping track of scores, and receptive to live coaching adjustments. This high performance clinic is perfect for Varsity, JV, and travel team players.
Participants should come prepared wearing tennis attire and bring a tennis racquet, water bottle, and sunscreen.
The program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. on Holton’s Tennis Courts; however, we run rain or shine, and will move indoors to the Marriott Gymnasium if it rains. Participants may register for Tuesdays, Thursdays, or both days. Two four-week sessions are offered.
Session 1 Tuesdays: Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28
Session 1 Thursdays: Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30
Session 2 Tuesdays: May 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 2 Thursdays: May 7, 14, 21, 28
Price: $210 per single day session, Tuesdays OR Thursdays
$420 per two-day session, Tuesdays AND Thursdays
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Basketball
Coach Jacquie Fernandes has playing and coaching experience at the NCAA Division 1, youth, and club level. An alum (’10) of The University of Connecticut (UCONN), Coach Fernandes was a member of the women’s basketball team which went an impressive 79-0 during her junior and senior years and captured the National Championship. Upon college graduation, Coach Fernandes went on to coach at Fairfield University for 3 years where she was responsible for guard development, nation-wide recruiting, and other various duties as an assistant coach.
Currently, Mrs. Fernandes is a full-time PE teacher at Holton-Arms and is also the Varsity basketball head coach. She looks forward to coaching these clinics sharing her passion for basketball with these students.
Programs
Spring Basketball Skills and Development (Grades 3 to 8)
Registration Closed - COMING SOON!
The Spring Basketball Skills and Development Clinic is for girls interested in developing their skills and overall basketball knowledge. The main objective of this clinic is to work on the core skills of passing, dribbling, and shooting through various drills and stations. While the girls look to improve their individual game, they will also have the opportunity to work together as a team during full court scrimmages. Players will be split according to age and ability. Each activity will be interactive, engaging, and lots of fun! Go Panthers!
Dates: Dates TBD
Times: Grades 3-8: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost: $100/4 sessions
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Lacrosse
Janet McCormick is entering her twelfth year as the head varsity lacrosse coach at Holton-Arms. During her time at Holton she has helped lead the team to an ISL A Division regular season and tournament championship and recently finished second in the AA Division after beating top ranked St. Stephen's St. Agnes School. Outside of Holton, Janet has been an active member in the club scene coaching with Capital Lacrosse Club, Stars, serving as the director of Next Level, and an advisor to Mad Lax. She has also coached the DC Metro teams at the US Lacrosse National Tournament and the Under Armour All-America Games. Janet was a three-year starter at the University of Connecticut. While at UConn, she helped lead the team to a national ranking of 14 and an ECAC Championship. Captaining the team senior year, Janet also earned the Connecticut Student-Athlete Award for Excellence for her work on and off the field. Prior to coming to Holton, Janet coached at the Hotchkiss School and helped them to a school best 11-1 record, winning the Western New England Championship.
Contact for more information:
Janet McCormick, Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach and Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information and Admission.
Programs
Intermediate Stickwork and Attack (Grades 5 to 8)
Designed for experienced players (2+ years) grades 5-8 looking to further develop their stick-work (dominate and non-dominate) and building comfort attacking using a variety of dodges.
This three-week program meets Sunday afternoons on the Lower School Holton's Turf Field. Participants should come prepared wearing athletic gear and sneakers, and bring a Lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard, and a water bottle.
Session 1: Sundays: January 15, 22, and 28
Session 2: Sundays: February 12, 19, and 26
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Price: $90 / 3 weeks
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
**It’s important to sign up for the appropriate clinic based on your talent and skill. If your daughter is interested in the advanced clinic she should be comfortable catching, passing, cradling and shooting at pace with both hands. If this is a skill she’s still working on mastering, the Intermediate Clinic would be more appropriate. Although the clinic instruction is based on attacking concepts, players will be asked to play defense. Therefore anyone looking to build on their stickwork and footwork are more than welcome – aka let’s go defenders, now is your time to shoot!!
Advanced Attack (Grades 6 to 9)
Designed for experienced players (3+ years) with fluid stick work grades 6-9. The clinic will work to develop advanced stickwork, dodges, footwork, shot power and placement, and decision making.
Please contact Coach McCormick if you have questions about the required experience.
This three-week program meets Sunday afternoons on the Lower School Holton's Turf Field. Participants should come prepared wearing athletic gear and sneakers, and bring a Lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard, and a water bottle.
Session 1: Sundays: January 15, 22, and 28
Session 2: Sundays: February 12, 19, and 26
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Price: $90 / 3 weeks
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
**It’s important to sign up for the appropriate clinic based on your talent and skill. If your daughter is interested in the advanced clinic she should be comfortable catching, passing, cradling and shooting at pace with both hands. If this is a skill she’s still working on mastering, the Intermediate Clinic would be more appropriate. Although the clinic instruction is based on attacking concepts, players will be asked to play defense. Therefore anyone looking to build on their stickwork and footwork are more than welcome – aka let’s go defenders, now is your time to shoot!!
Field Hockey
Spring Field Hockey Skills and Development Clinics
Elementary and Middle School Saturday Clinics
Elementary and Middle School Saturday Clinics
The Spring Field Hockey Skills and Development Clinic for girls in grades 3 to 8 is designed for beginner and intermediate level players. This six-week clinic, taught by Holton Arms field hockey staff and Beyond Sticks Director Heidi Lewis, will focus on teaching Field Hockey essentials in a player-focused and game-based environment. Topics covered include:
- Ball handling
- Passing and receiving skills
- Individual and team defense
- Goal scoring
- For intermediate players - 3D and low backhand skills
- For intermediate players - team game concepts
Athletes will be placed in instruction groups that focus on the skills appropriate for their level of development. 6th-8th grade participants can choose between ‘Development’ (0-3 years playing experience) or ‘Academy’ (2+ years playing experience) at registration. Each clinic will have an element of instruction, competition, and small-sided games, along with a mental tools lesson.
This six-week program meets Saturday afternoons on Holton’s Lower School Turf Field. Participants should come prepared wearing athletic gear and sneakers, and bring a Field Hockey stick, water bottle, shin-guards, and mouth-guard. **If you do not have a Field Hockey stick, you may select to borrow one in the registration form.
Dates: Saturdays: April 15th-May 20th
Times: Grades 3-5: 2:30-4pm
Grades 6-8: 2:30-4:30pm
Price: $215 for Holton / $240 for non-Holton
High School Wednesday Skills Clinics
High School Wednesday Skills Clinics
The Spring Field Hockey High School Skills Clinic for girls in grades 8-12 is designed for intermediate and advanced level players. This six-week skills clinic, taught by Holton Arms field hockey staff and Beyond Sticks Director Heidi Lewis, will focus on teaching technical skills during focused training sessions. Topics covered include:
- Ball handling and eliminations
- Passing and receiving skills
- Individual defensive skills
- Goal scoring
- Penalty situations
- Deceptive play
Athletes will be placed in instruction groups that focus on the skills appropriate for age and experience level. Each clinic will have an element of instruction, competition, and small-sided games, along with a mental tools lesson.
This six-week program meets Wednesday evenings on Holton’s Lower School Turf Field. Participants should come prepared wearing athletic gear and sneakers, and bring a Field Hockey stick, water bottle, shin-guards, and mouth-guard.
Dates: Wednesdays: April 12th-May 17th
Times: 6:00-7:30pm
Price: $215 for Holton / $240 for non-Holton