Tennis is truly a lifelong pursuit, perfect for the young and young at heart. Indeed, no matter your age, it’s a wonderful source of exercise and socialization.
Yesterday’s entry in Summer ‘17 covered all the ways your children can practice their craft with Columbus Recreation and Parks. But what about programs for you?
CRPD has plenty of opportunities for grown ups, as well, and they’re the topic of today’s article.
Here’s what you need to know.
Opportunities for beginners and advanced players
Adult Tennis
Summer: June 6-July 15
Registration Open!
Fall: Aug. 21-Sept. 30
Register beginning July 31
Resident: $35
Non-Resident: $39
Each session lasts six weeks. One, 60-min. class per week. Must bring two cans of tennis balls.
Adults looking for a low-stress environment in which to hone their tennis game can sign up for CRPD’s adult tennis program, which offers a range of classes for various skill levels, making it perfect for both beginners and advanced players.
The adult tennis program is offered through seasonal, six-week-long sessions: The upcoming summer session begins June 6, runs through July 15, and is currently accepting registrations. The fall session is scheduled to begin August 21 and end September 30; registration opens on July 31.
Locations
Schiller Park
1069 Jaeger St.
Columbus, OH 43206
Whetstone Park
3923 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43214
Woodward Park
5147 Karl Rd.
Columbus, OH 43229
Sessions consist of one, 60-minute class per week. Longer-lasting classes are available for more advanced players.
Classes take place at the Schiller, Whetstone, and Woodward city parks. For city residents, the program is $35 per six-week session; non-residents pay $39. Participants are also expected to supply two cans of tennis balls.
Ready to register? Click here to get started.
Questions? Contact Kelly Hoffman at (614) 645-3715 or kmhoffman@columbus.gov.
Tune up and “ReStart” your game
Start/ReStart
June 22-Aug. 3
Classes on Thursdays
Whetstone Park
3923 N. High St.
$35/person
If you’re looking to get your swing back, CRPD’s partnership with “Start/ReStart” should be at the top of your list.
Start/ReStart helps beginners who’ve been away from the sport brush up on basics and practice their technique. The seven-week program is affiliated with USTA Midwest, and each participant receives a USTA membership and t-shirt.
This summer’s Start/ReStart session begins June 22 and ends on August 3; classes are held on Thursdays at Whetstone Park, 3923 North High Street. The cost is $35 per person.
Questions about Start/ReStart? Ready to register? Contact Denica Bruce at (614) 645-8864 or debruce@columbus.gov for more details.
That’s it from us. Prefer golf to tennis? Come back tomorrow, when we’ll be outlining CRPD’s golf programming.
Before you go, catch up on our previous Summer ‘17 posts:
- Cool off at one of Hilliard’s two municipal pools
- Your Columbus “Leisure Card” is a passport to fun
- Dive into one of Columbus’s outdoor swimming pools
- Spraygrounds, “open fountains” provide quick relief from the summer heat
- Keep the kids safe with swimming lessons at Hilliard's municipal pools
- Columbus offers swim lessons for kids and adults
- Let your kids “discover boating” with Columbus Recreation and Parks
- Kids, pick up your tennis rackets. It’s time for a match!
Have a great day!
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