Bear Grips Pro ShopsHow to Set Up a Junior Tennis Team Store in Under an Hour
- Junior tennis team store launches free in under an hour.
- Wicking polo, practice tee, sun hat starter lineup.
- Players, parents, and coaches order direct from the URL.
- Academy keeps the margin, no inventory or upfront cost.
A junior tennis team store on Bear Grips Pro Shops launches free in under an hour from sign-up to live URL. The free tier covers three live products, your branded shop, and the affiliate program. Players, parents, and coaches order direct, shirts ship in about a week, and the academy keeps the markup. No inventory, no minimums, no upfront cost. This guide walks through the setup step by step.
Step 1: Free sign-up
Create a free Pro Shops account. Three live products and branded URL included. Good for testing the model with a small program (one team, single age division).
Active academies with multiple teams or full apparel programs upgrade to the $59/month VIP plan, which unlocks 200 products and the lowest prices. The plan pays for itself with 6-10 sales per month.
Step 2: Upload your academy or team logo
Upload a vector (SVG, PDF) or high-resolution PNG (2000+ pixels, transparent background). The logo applies to every product you add to the store automatically. If you do not have a logo yet, the $109/month Done-For-You VIP plan includes design help: our team creates the logo and product mockups for you.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Step 3: Pick starter products
- Sport-Tek Wicking Tee ($23.86): practice and warmup shirt
- Sport-Tek Performance Polo ($34.88): tournament match polo
- Adjustable Cotton Hat ($25.88): on-court sun protection
Three products is the free-plan ceiling. VIP plan opens 200 product slots for the full lineup.
Step 4: Set retail prices
| Item | VIP base | Suggested retail | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wicking practice tee | $23.86 | $36 | $12.14 |
| Performance polo | $34.88 | $50 | $15.12 |
| Sun hat | $25.88 | $38 | $12.12 |
| Pullover hoodie | $36.88 | $55 | $18.12 |
Step 5: Share the URL
Your store URL looks like shops.beargrips.com/youracademyname. Share through:
- Academy newsletter or app
- Parent email distribution
- Academy Instagram bio
- Tournament weekend group chats
Most academies see the first orders within 24 hours.
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Free sign-up, upload logo, pick products. Live in under an hour, first orders in 48 hours.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Does the academy need to pay upfront?
No. Free plan covers everything to launch.
How does the academy collect revenue?
Bi-weekly direct deposit to your connected account.
Can multiple coaches share access?
Yes. One login with shared password between coaches and director.
Does the shop close in off-season?
No. Store stays live year-round. Players and families can order anytime.
