Tennis Clinics and Services
Register for a Clinic!
Clinics are open to members and non-members unless otherwise noted in the clinic registration details. If there is a space limit in the clinic, preference will be given to members. For those visiting players that enjoy what Avalon Recreation Association has to offer, we suggest you check out our Tennis Only Membership.
Clinics are drop-in and payment is required at the time of the clinic; we do not offer packages. Payment can be by check or Venmo (@Avalon-Tennis). Questions, contact Monica at AvalonTennisDirector@gmail.com.
Spring 2025 Clinics
Summer 2025 Tennis Camps
We are going to offer two junior tennis camps this summer. The kids will have 2 hours of tennis and 30 minutes of pool time with the instructor and/or fun games on the tennis court. The kids will learn the fundamentals and the ins and outs of tennis in an enjoyable, rewarding, team-based environment. Skill level: beginner-intermediate-advanced. Price: $170 for members and $195 for non-members. Daily drop-ins available: $40 members, $45 non-members. Payment method: Venmo @ Avalon-tennis or check payable to ARA. No refunds once the camp started.
To register, please click on the links below:
Coming Up Events!
July 4, 2025, 9am -11am *4th of July Round Robin*
Come join us for a fun tennis round robin. Time: 9-11am. All levels are welcome. Members are free, non-members $5. We will have a raffle for fun prizes, such as gift cards, tennis equipment, free clinic, Avalon gear, stringing, etc. Raffle tickets are $5 each.
September 1, 2025, 9am – 11am *Labor Day Round Robin*
Come join us for a fun morning full of tennis games and round robin. Time: 9-11am. All level are welcome. Members are free, non-members $5. We will have a raffle for fun prices, such as tennis equipment, free clinic, free tennis lesson, Avalon gear, stringing, etc. Raffle tickets are $5 each. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Mon, Sept. 4th at 9am.
October 25, 2025, 12pm – 2pm *Halloween Round Robin*
This is a family fun social experience with lots of tennis, round robin, games, snacks, candy, drinks, and raffle tickets. Every participant MUST wear a COSTUME. The event is for all levels of tennis (as long as you can keep a rally going) and the minimum age group is 10 years old. Snacks, candy and beverages are provided. Raffle tickets $5 per ticket. The raffle prizes will consist of a free clinic, free stringing, gift cards, overgrips, etc. Payment method: Venmo @Avalon-Tennis (Halloween fee) or check payable to ARA.
November 8, 2025, 1pm – 3pm *Turkey Bowl*
This is a fun social event with lots of tennis, round robin, games, food, drinks, raffles and a lucky winner will get to take home a turkey. The event is for all levels of tennis. Snacks, lunch and beverages are provided. Members $20 per person ($50 for 3+ players in the family). Non-Members $25 per person ($60 for 3+ players in the family). Raffle tickets $5 per ticket. The raffle prizes will consist of a free tennis lesson, free stringing, gift cards, overgrips, etc. Payment method: Venmo @Avalon-Tennis (Turkey Bowl fee) or check payable to ARA.
Additional Pro Services
1. Gift certificates: available for purchase! Perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, etc …
2. Private clinics: If the clinic/days don’t work for you, we can arrange something that fits your schedule. You can even coordinate your own private clinic with your friends.
3. Private lessons: Monica is available for private and semi-private lessons.
4. Stringing services: $25 with your own string and between $30-35 with my string. Replacement grips and over grips are available as well. Turn around is as little as 24 hrs.
For all services, contact Monica at AvalonTennisDirector@gmail.com.
Tennis Prices
Lesson/Clinic rates for members
Non-members, add an additional $5 to member rate
1 hour private lesson – $60*
30 mins private lesson – $35*
1 hour semi-private lesson – 35* per person
1 hour 3 person clinic – $25 per person
1 hour 4 or more person clinic – $20 per person
1.5 hour 3 person clinic – $30 per person
1.5 hour 4 or more person clinic – $25 per person
*New tennis prices for private and semi-private effective as of March 1st, 2025
Pickleball
Dedicated Pickleball play is available on the upper courts in the wall ball court. The lower court #2 has Pickleball play Sunday after 4, Mon-Friday 1-3:30, and all day Saturday, except when there is match play, JTT, tournaments, or clinics scheduled. Pickleball equipment is available for rent from our snack bar for a $5 returnable deposit. Avalon Recreation Association members can reserve court 2 by visiting ReserveMyCourt.com If it is your first time reserving a court, you must create an account first. To do this you will need the Avalon facility code, which is ARA510. Note: our facility is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Reserve Court Time
Avalon Recreation Association members can reserve a court by visiting ReserveMyCourt.com If it is your first time reserving a court, you must create an account first. To do this you will need the Avalon facility code, which is ARA510. Note: our facility is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Obtain a Tennis Key
Members can obtain a key to the tennis courts from a manager on duty during regular pools hours or by contacting Monica at AvalonTennisDirector@gmail.com, to arrange for a scheduled key pick up. Tennis keys are $5.
Tennis Bathroom Code
The Tennis Bathroom now has a code to enter. The code is 512 and there is a motion detection light inside.