Sports Clinics
Holton offers sports clinics using our campus facilities - in tennis, soccer, basketball, volleyball and lacrosse. These programs are designed to support Holton-Arms School and its athletic program, and priority is given to Holton students. A special welcome is also 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 (now registering for Summer 2019)
Tennis Coach Yann Auzoux is beginning his fourteenth 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 and 2017 Holton-Arms ISL Tournament Champion coach
- Holton-Arms Varsity Team has been ranked first 12 of the last 14 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 for Boys & Girls (Large Group)
- Beat the Heat Youth Evening (Large Group)
- Private/Semi-Private Lessons (Youth through Adult)
Early Summer Youth Tennis for Boys & Girls (Large Group)
The Early Summer Tennis Clinic for boys and girls ages 7 to 14 is designed to suit all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. The two-week program meets Mondays through Thursdays from June 10 to June 20, 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.
| Monday – Thursday | Time | One Week | Both Weeks |
| Full Day | 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.
Beat the Heat Youth Evening (Large Group)
Our Beat the Heat Evening Tennis Clinic for boys and girls ages 7 to 17 takes place in the early evening, from 5 to 6 p.m., when cooler temperatures allow aspiring tennis champions to heat up their game without burning out. Sessions are designed to enhance technical skills, form purity, tennis fitness, strategic comprehension and much more.
$80 per week/Monday - Thursday
Week 1: June 24 – June 27
Week 2: July 8 – July 11
Week 3: July 15 – July 18
Week 4: July 22 – July 25
Week 5: July 29 – August 1
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Private/Semi-Private Lessons (Youth through Adult)
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 yann@tenniscentral.net to schedule.
Soccer
Coach Kahlil Lam grew up in the Washington, DC area playing competitive soccer for Team America Premier (VA). He continued soccer throughout college in the Pennsylvania State University Men’s Club Soccer team, where he graduated with a B.S. in Kinesiology (Movement Science). He currently serves as Holton-Arms School’s Head Junior Varsity soccer coach and continues with his soccer playing career in local DC/MD leagues including the Washington Premier League and Maryland Majors. Coach Kahlil has previously coached for Montgomery Soccer Club (MSC), Player Progression Academy (PPA) and The Maret School. He currently coaches Potomac U8 boys and works with the Brit-Am soccer academy. Coach Kahlil holds a USSF E - License and is working on his USSF D - License.
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Holton-Arms soccer clinics provide young athletes opportunities for sport-specific instruction. These clinics offer instruction in skills and techniques to develop a player's technical proficiency in soccer and to make each participant a more confident individual and capable athlete.
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- Panthers Early Summer Soccer for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 14)
- Panthers Evening Clinics for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 17)
- Panthers Preseason Clinic for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 17)
Panthers Early Summer Soccer for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 14)
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Panthers Early Summer for boys and girls ages 7 to 14 is designed to suit all soccer levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. The two-week program meets Mondays through Thursdays from June 10 to June 20, and offers full day or half day instruction, as well as one-week or two-week options. The curriculum will focus technique, footwork, and attacking and defending skills. Throughout the week, camp attendees will get thousands of touches on the ball, improving their comfort and confidence as a player.
| Monday – Thursday | Time | One Week | Both Weeks |
| Full Day | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | $480 | $960 |
| Half Day: Mornings | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | $240 | $480 |
| Half Day: Afternoons | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. | $240 | $480 |
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Panthers Evening Clinics for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 17)
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Panthers evening clinics for boys and girls will focus on improving each player’s personal techniques, physical abilities, and mental approach to practices/games, as well as advancing their knowledge of the game. During the clinic’s players will work on passing, dribbling, shooting, running with the ball (footwork & speed with the ball) and game decision making skills as well as soccer fitness and much more.
$120 per week/Monday - Thursday: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Week 1: June 24 – June 27
Week 2: July 15 – July 18
Week 3: July 22 – July 25
Week 4: July 29 – August 1
Contact Special Programs at 301-365-6003 if you have questions.
Panthers Preseason Clinic for Boys and Girls (ages 7 to 17)
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Panthers Preseason Camp offers a great opportunity for your athlete (boys and girls) to prepare for your fall soccer season with our top-tier coaches. The Preseason Camps embrace a fun atmosphere while getting campers back into shape and dusting off the rust. Sessions are designed to enhance technical/tactical skills, soccer fitness, and much more.August 5-8, 2019: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m
$160 per week
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, Ms. Fernandes is the Holton-Arms varsity basketball coach and is excited about the future of the program. She looks forward to coaching these clinics sharing her passion for basketball with these students.
Programs
Spring Basketball Skills and Development Clinic
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Register is closed for this program
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Dates: Saturdays: April 27; May 4, 11, 18th
Times: Grades 3-8: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost: $100/4 sessions
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. Each activity will be interactive, engaging, and lots of fun! Go Panthers!
Volleyball
Coach Francis Cornejo has been coaching volleyball for more than 20 years, and is the head varsity coach for the 2017 Holton-Arms School ISL Champion team. He is in his 15th year as Holton's head coach. He has also been involved with MVSA Volleyball club for the past 24 years and has led three teams to Chesapeake Regional Championships. Coach Cornejo is a member of the NCABVO (National Capital Area Board of Volleyball Officials) and holds both IMPACT and CAP I & II certification. He is the founder the Moco Volleyball Club as well as the Francis Cornejo Volleyball Camp (http://vballcamp.com).
Contact for more information:
Francis Cornejo, Head Varsity Volleyball Coach at the Holton-Arms School
Email: vballfrancis@gmail.com
Programs:
Winter Volleyball Skills & Development Clinic
Registration is closed for this program
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Dates: February 2, 9, 23; March 2, 9, 16 (no class February 16)
Grades 3-5: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Grades 6-8: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
$225/Six weeks
The Holton-Arms Volleyball Clinic is designed for girls in grades 3 to 8 at all skill levels of volleyball. The clinic will focus on all aspects of the game with emphasis on fundamentals in a fun and active learning environment. Skills taught will include passing, hitting (spiking), blocking, setting, serving, and team play.
For this clinic, girls should come prepared with appropriate gym attire and volleyball or basketball sneakers (no black soles). Knee protection (pads or sweat pants) is recommended.
Fall Volleyball Skills & Development Clinic
Registration is closed for this program
Check back often for seasonal offerings!Dates: October 20, 27, and November 3, 2018
Grades: 3-6
Time: 2-4 p.m.
$140/three weeks
The Holton-Arms Lower School Volleyball Clinic is designed for girls in grades 3 to 6 at all skill levels of volleyball. The clinic will focus on all aspects of the game with emphasis on fundamentals in a fun and active learning environment. Skills taught will include passing, hitting (spiking), blocking, setting, serving, and team play.
For this clinic, girls should come prepared with appropriate gym attire and volleyball or basketball sneakers (no black soles). Knee pads or sweat pants are also recommended.
Lacrosse
Janet McCormick is entering her seventh 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 most 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. Email: janet.mccormick@holton-arms.edu
Programs
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