Tennis & Pickleball

Youth Spring Tennis Lessons

Led by instructor Barry Ndinya, the Spring Youth Tennis Lessons are designed to introduce children ages 6 to 14 to the life-long sport of tennis. The participants will learn the basic rules of the game, work on stroke development and serves (when appropriate) through drills and games. Lessons are held at the Valley Tennis Courts on Valley Road. Enrollment is limited to 10 per class and participants must bring a tennis racquet.

Adaptive Tennis Lessons

Adaptive Tennis Lessons are available to children and teens who identify with having a disability and/or may require additional support and modifications to be successful within the program. The lessons are run at a slower pace with smaller class sizes and staff who have been trained to work with individuals of all abilities. All levels are welcome as the class will go over basic strokes while playing games, practicing skills, providing social interaction with others, and having fun!

Youth Summer Tennis Clinic

This clinic is designed for beginner and intermediate players ages 7-13. Drill work will emphasize match and tournament play and participants will be exposed to different tournament styles and gain experience through daily practice. The clinic will take place each week Monday through Friday (rain or shine) unless otherwise noted. The clinic will be held at the Clarke Tennis Courts at the Clarke Middle School, which are accessible using Brookside Avenue. Everyone must be picked up by 5:00pm. Participants must bring a tennis racquet, sunscreen, water bottle, and snack.

Battle Green Tennis League

$80 Resident • $55 Senior Residents (60+)

In partnership with the Lexington Recreation and Community Programs Department, the Battle Green Tennis League is a recreational league that promotes tennis by scheduling doubles matches for adults of all ages and abilities (beginners should have some experience playing doubles before joining the league). You may play all season (April-June) or in either of the 2 five-week sessions. Matches are scheduled a few weeks prior to the start of each session. Doubles matches may consist of mixed, men’s, or women’s pairings. Matches are scheduled Mondays-Thursdays from 6:00-8:00pm. The league is available for Lexington residents only in 2023.

Every effort is made to group people of similar skill levels, but the primary emphasis is on promoting exercise, good sportsmanship, and above all, fun! For more info, please go to the Battle Green Tennis League webpage.

Pickleball

Try out the fastest growing sport in the U.S.! Similar to table tennis, badminton, and tennis, it is a fun, active game that can be mastered by anyone. We will be offering separate sessions for Beginners (Mondays), Advanced Beginners/ Intermediate (Tuesdays), and Advanced (Thursdays) players at the Diamond Middle School. Equipment will be provided and all levels of experience are welcomed. Instruction on the various strokes, serving, and overall game play will be provided during the Beginner session. Due to the popularity of these programs, participants must only register for one session. Be sure to sign-up for the appropriate level class. (Beginner - anyone who hasn’t played before, USAPA level 1.0-2.0; Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate - USAPA level 2.5-3.0; Advanced - USAPA level 3.5+). For more information, go to usapa.org/playerskill-rating-definitions.