MIKA'S TENNIS ACADEMY · VAN NUYS

Frequently asked questions

Pick a topic below. Can't find your answer? Text 747-269-1305 (tennis), 818-602-4047 (pickleball) or email info@mikastennisacademy.com.

Getting started & booking

  • Everything is booked in the MTA app (TeamUp). Create your account, add your child(ren) with their date of birth, pick a class and choose a registration option.

    Step-by-step guide: Sign Up Process.

  • Yes! New players can try any group class for $20. In the app, choose the “Trial $20” option and click “Book Now.”

    The $20 trial is not available for High Performance (see the High Performance tab).

  • After your trial, choose 1x or 2x per week. Your session starts on the date you pick and auto-renews every 4 weeks.

    Choose “Open-Ended” unless you only want to commit until a specific date. To cancel, email or text us at least 14 days before your next billing date (see the Cancellations tab).

  • The MTA app is free. Download it for your phone:

    Then create your account to book classes and manage your membership.

  • From the customer site:

    • Go to My Account → My Memberships

    • Click Change payment method

    • Add the new card or select a saved one

    • Click Purchase to confirm the update

    From the members app:

    • Open the app → Profile → Payments

    • Select Update Payment Method and add or edit the card

    Questions? Text 747-269-1305 or email info@mikastennisacademy.com.

  • Pickleball (open play, courts, classes) is booked in the PlayByPoint app. See the Pickleball tab or How to Sign Up for PlayByPoint.

Pricing & payments

  • Youth ages 3–8 (60 min): $126 once a week or $227 twice a week, per 4 weeks. Drop-in $45.

    Youth ages 9–16 (90 min): $189 once a week or $341 twice a week, per 4 weeks. Drop-in $55.

    Adult classes (60 min, incl. Cardio Tennis): $126 / $227 per 4 weeks. Drop-in $45.

    See every program on the Pricing page.

  • Group plans and High Performance are billed every 4 weeks. Monthly billing applies only to the Open Play memberships (MTA Rally, MTA Match), the Unlimited adult membership ($373/month) and Unlimited Live Ball ($389/month).

    All programs are paid in advance to secure your spot.

  • Please email info@mikastennisacademy.com or text 747-269-1305 first, so we can match you with the right coach and time. Private lessons aren't booked directly online.

    Private lessons start at $105/hour (MTA Pro Coach) and go up to $200/hour with Director Mika. Semi-private prices are the total for 2 players (one person books and pays for both). Full list on the Pricing page.

  • $10 per player, Monday–Friday 8–10 PM, levels 3.0–4.5. Players must be registered in the app.

    Memberships: MTA Rally $99/month or MTA Match $149/month, both with unlimited Open Play.

Cancellations & make-ups

  • Subscriptions renew automatically. To cancel, email info@mikastennisacademy.com or text 747-269-1305 at least 14 days before your next billing date.

  • Group classes: at least 24 hours. Private lessons: at least 48 hours. Camps: at least 48 hours.

    Late cancellations and no-shows forfeit the class (privates are charged in full).

    Full details: Cancellation Policy.

  • If you cancel a group class with proper notice (vacation, illness or a schedule conflict), you get a make-up credit.

    • Make-ups are offered when there is space in another group of the same level.

    • Credits expire after 3 months and can be used toward group classes (not camps).

    • Credits can be shared with friends or family members.

  • 🟢 No news is good news: if you don’t hear from us, your class is ON. We don’t send an email when classes are running as normal.

    🔴 If we have to cancel because of weather, we’ll email you at least 2 hours before class.

    🟡 On cloudy or rainy-looking days, check the “Today’s classes” bar at the top of our website and our Instagram stories for live updates: @mikastennisacademy (tennis) and @mtapickleballclub (pickleball). Pickleball players also get updates in PlayByPoint.

    ☔ Every now and then the forecast shows no rain, and a surprise shower rolls in anyway. When that happens we may have to cancel at the last minute. We’re truly sorry when it does. The weather is out of our control, and we’ll always let you know as fast as we can.

    If we cancel, you get a make-up credit (see the next question).

  • You receive a make-up credit equal to one class. These credits never expire and can be used toward any future class or camp, or for a friend or family member. Monthly tuition is not prorated for holidays or weather.

  • Email info@mikastennisacademy.com. We’ll confirm availability and send you a confirmation once your make-up is scheduled.

  • Make-ups for private lessons depend on the coach’s availability and must be used within 30 days of the original lesson date.

Camps

  • Ages 4 and up. Players are grouped by age and skill level.

  • Camps run 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Please check your specific camp listing for the exact time.

  • No experience needed. We welcome beginners, intermediate and advanced players. High Performance camp players may need an evaluation first.

    • Tennis racket (we can provide one)

    • Non-marking athletic shoes

    • Labeled water bottle

    • Hat & sunscreen

    • Lunch & snacks (lunch is not included)

  • Yes, $20 per hour per child, with at least 48 hours’ notice.

  • If MTA cancels because of weather or conditions beyond our control, you get a camp credit. Cancellations within 48 hours of the start date are non-refundable and non-transferable.

    See Camp Policy and Camps.

High Performance

  • Level 1: 2-hour sessions (up to 6 players) for juniors building competitive skills. Level 2: 3-hour sessions (5–8 PM, up to 4 players) for elite tournament juniors. Up to age 18.

  • Level 1: $320 once a week or $600 twice a week. Level 2: $540 once a week or $1,008 twice a week. Billed every 4 weeks.

  • A coach evaluates each player to recommend the right level. Evaluations are priced as private sessions (see private lesson prices). High Performance is an ongoing commitment to save the spot, so drop-ins are not recommended.

  • No. The program is designed for advanced juniors who compete in tournaments.

  • Please give at least 48 hours’ notice. Make-ups are offered if space is available but are not guaranteed.

  • Yes, tournaments are an essential part of the program. Ask Mika or the coaches for tournament recommendations.

  • Read the full High Performance FAQ.

Pickleball & courts

  • Download the PlayByPoint app, search for “MTA Pickleball Club” and save it (tap the heart). Open play, court rentals and clinics are all booked there.

    Guide: How to Sign Up for PlayByPoint.

  • Open play: weekdays 9 AM–1 PM $5, 1–5 PM $5, 6–10 PM $10; weekends & holidays $15.

    Court rental: weekday off-peak $30/hour; peak (5–10 PM) and weekends/holidays $40/hour.

    More on Pickleball Pricing.

  • Step-by-step guide: How to Use Your Package Membership.

  • Non-marking tennis or court shoes only. No running shoes, street shoes or aggressive tread. Learn more.

  • Please read our Court Rules (tennis & general) and Pickleball Court Rules.

  • Verified UTR-rated matches for juniors and adults. Arrive 15–20 minutes early to check in. UTR FAQ.