SOUTHBURY- The popular Tennis Made Simple way of teaming or perfecting existing tennis skills is ideal for former players, beginners or anyone looking to get in shape.

The program will begin Wednesday, September 7, at Dolce Heritage Tennis Club, and is taught by Southbury resident Val Stoiana, a certified tennis professional, former touring pro and Romanian Davis Cup team member.

"With a few simple basics, you can be out enjoying the game and improving your health at the same time," said Mr. Stoiana.

According to Cleveland Clinic Heart Center, research shows that three hours of moderate aerobic exercise every week can cut the risk of developing heart disease by 50 percent.

If that isn't enough of an incentive, consider the fact that a 135-pound woman playing an hour of tennis can burn 330 calories during doubles and 420 calories during singles.

Everyone wants to be physically fit and healthy, but most people don't want to spend the time, energy and sweat it takes to achieve it.

Most fitness experts agree, this lack of commitment stems from one universal problem, boredom.

If you don't like what you're doing, you won't keep doing it. However, according to Mr. Stoiana, Tennis Made Simple is so much fun, you don't know it's good for you.

The program meets twice a week for five weeks, and participants can choose their combination of days and times.

The classes meet from 10 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. any weekday; from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday; and from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday.

The cost for this five-week program (10 lessons), which is open to the public, is $100.

Those seeking additional information about the Tennis Made Simple program may call Mr. Stoiana at 203-232-5337 or sign up online at www.tennismadesimple.com.

The goal of this class is to offer fun and effective exercise. Strategic and technical tips are also given throughout the class when appropriate.

Four time slots are available: from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning Monday, January 23; from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday, January 24; from 11 a.m. to noon starting Wednesday, January 25; and starting from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, January 26, at Rumsey Hall, 201 Romford Rd.

The price is $75 for six weeks. All equipment will be provided.

Those seeking further information may call 203-232-5337 or visit www.TennisMadeSimple.com.

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"With a few simple basics, you can be out enjoying the game and improving your health at the same time," said Mr. Stoiana.

According to Cleveland Clinic Heart Center, research shows that three hours of moderate aerobic exercise every week can cut the risk of developing heart disease by 50 percent.

The adult program meets twice a week for five weeks, and participants can choose their combination of days and times.

Classes are available from 10 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. any weekday; from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

The cost for this five-week program (10 lessons) is $100.

The junior lessons meet once a week for five weeks. Available times for juniors are 4 to 5 and 5 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Those seeking additional information may call Mr. Stoiana at 203-232-5337 or visit www.tennismadesimple.com.