Tennis

An Amped Up Version of Doubles

Live Ball does away with the serve and return, which means you’ll hit nearly 10 times as many balls as you would in a traditional doubles game. A pro puts the ball in play then anything goes, with as many as seven players vying for a spot on the champion side of the court. It’s doubles-style “King of the Court” with non-stop hitting and running.

The Details

• Live Ball is offered at both the LRAC and the LRRC.
• Only members can play Live Ball. LRAC members may register for an LRRC class and LRRC members may register for an LRAC class without incurring guest fees.
• You must contact the club at which the class is being held to register for that class.
• When you register, you are committed to attending all classes in the session or sending a sub.
• Registrants (not subs) will be charged for all the classes and no refunds will be given.
• Session fees are listed on the Live Ball Schedule.
• Registration is first come, first served with a minimum of 5 participants and a maximum of 7 participants in each class.
• Registration for a certain month is only good for that month. We will employ waiting lists and a rotation schedule so that all members have a chance to play on the day, at the time and with the pro of their choice. For specifics on this process, please ask your Court Reservation Specialist.

Above all else, our tennis leagues are fun. But the smiling and high-fiving you see pre and post match often give way to some pretty intense battles. On weekdays, league play occurs from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm. On weekends, leagues are organized on Saturdays and some Sundays, depending on the season. League fees average $25-$30 per month for daytime leagues and $30-$35 for evening. These fees include court time, tennis balls and prizes for winners.

New to League Play?

We love to bring members into our league family. We’ve found that the best way to integrate new players is to have them substitute for other members in order to find a league that best matches their skill level. Our Tennis League Director, Sharon Northern, will be glad to get you started. If you would like to join a league, contact her at 501-225-3601, ext. 317.

Members may reserve indoor and outdoor courts three days in advance by contacting the Tennis Desk, at 501-225-3600. There is no charge for playing outdoors. Indoor court fees (not including tax) are as follows:

Please note: These fees do not include tax.

Only Members may reserve courts or the ball machine. When reserving courts, you cannot reserve more than one court at a time and may not reserve back-to-back time slots. Reserved courts will be opened to other Members if no player on the reservation is present 15 minutes after the start of the reserved time. Courts must be canceled three hours prior to the reserved court time. A no show fee will be charged if your court is not used.

2016 Arkansas NTRP Open Championship

Annually, this tournament draws 250+ entries and offers the most competitive play of our tennis year. The 2016 tournament is scheduled for August 5 – 7. Register online by Tuesday, August 2, at 6:00 pm. Draws will be announced Thursday, August 4, at noon.
Events: (limit two per player)
Men/Women, Singles/Doubles (Open, 4.5, 4.0, 3.5, 3.0, 2.5)
Senior (50+ years old – 4.0, 3.5, 3.0)
Combo Mixed (6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0)
For more information, email Wyatt Miller.

2016 Club Championship

We understand it’s a little odd holding our Club Championship for the previous year in January. For years, we held the event in the fall. Over a decade ago, primarily because of the increased popularity of combo tennis, we moved the tournament to January. Times change, dates change but the one thing that doesn’t – the players whose names are on the wall have earned their spot on it.

Dates: TBA

Above all else, our tennis leagues are fun. But the smiling and high-fiving you see pre and post match often give way to some pretty intense battles. On weekdays, league play occurs from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm. On weekends, leagues are organized on Saturdays and some Sundays, depending on the season. League fees average $25-$30 per month for daytime leagues and $30-$35 for evening. These fees include court time, tennis balls and prizes for winners.

New to League Play?

We love to bring members into our league family. We’ve found that the best way to integrate new players is to have them substitute for other members in order to find a league that best matches their skill level. Our Tennis League Director, Sharon Northern, will be glad to get you started. If you would like to join a league, contact her at 501-225-3601, ext. 317.

Anyone who plays a sport wants to get better, and tennis players seem to be a particularly determined breed. Fortunately, we accommodate this desire to excel with a range of instruction from beginner to advanced player.

Our general approach is teaching less is more — trying to simplify your strokes, improve the consistency of your shots and help you with game strategy. The most important thing is that your lesson is tailored to you. We offer a number of instructors and times to fit your needs.

Early morning, daytime and evening sessions are available. Non-members may take lessons. (A nominal guest fee will be added to the session fee.) To schedule private or small group instruction, contact the individual professional.

TENNIS LESSON PRICES

This eight week introductory program is designed for adults new to tennis. Basic stroke technique is introduced as well as scoring, rules, strategy and court etiquette. PTQ is organized and taught by teaching pro Linda Sneed. Evening classes are held on Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Daytime classes are offered on an as needed basis. To register or to find out more information, contact Linda through the Tennis Desk, at 501-225-3600. The fee for the class is $100.

TENTATIVE START DATE(S):

Monday, June 1 (9:00 am)
Thursday, June 4 (6:00 pm)
Thursday, August 6 (6:00 pm)