General Information:
Public and private tennis courts are everywhere in Richmond, VA. Most middle schools and high schools have courts that are accessible for public after 4:00 pm. School may reserve these courts after 4:00 pm when they have tournament. Most high school courts are lighted as well. Some public parks like Byrd park, park also have tennis courts. Majority of apartment complexes in West End (Henrico) have Tennis courts available for tenants use. Majority of the Tennis courts in Richmond are on hard surface. Peak Tennis season is between April and September. Public courts are most crowded between 7:00 pm ~ 10:30 pm on weekday.
Tennis Partner
If you are looking for a Tennis partner in Richmond there are two great options. Richmond Tennis meetup group is very active. You can also join USTA and their find a partner program is a great way to get connected with local tennis player in your area.
Tennis instructor
Low cost group Tennis clinics (instructions) are provided through Henrico county's Park and Recreation department during spring time. Private Tennis clubs and other also offers private instructors and they usually cost around $60 / hour. Here is a list of instructor from Richmond Tennis Association.
Adult Competitive Tennis
The best way to get into adult competitive Tennis is by enrolling in a private Tennis club. Two of the well known clubs (with indoor courts) in Richmond are Raintree Swim and Racquet and ACAC Fitness. These clubs have many teams (at all levels) that participate in Mid Atlantic Richmond USTA leagues and tournaments (USTA membership is required to participate in the league).
Tennis Store
From our experience, Plaid Racquets (9756 Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA 23238-4907. Telephone (804) 750-1760) is one of the best dedicated Tennis store in town.
External Links
United States Professional Tennis Association
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