Meet Our Tennis Pros
David Sturdyvin
Director of Tennis
David Sturdyvin is a USPTA Tennis Pro and registered with PPR. He began his career in 1988 as the Head Coach of the Men’s & women’s teams at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Over the last 3 years, David has been spending his time as a Tennis Instructor at Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells, California, spending summers working at the Vancouver Tennis Center. He served as the Head Tennis Pro at The Dalles Fitness and Court Club for 10 years and has returned to The Dalles Athletic Club to fill the role of Director of Tennis. David has a passion for tennis and loves working with kids to keep the sport relevant for generations to come. David has added a full schedule of Drills, Kids Tennis programs, Hit n Fit, Tournaments, and Socials for Tennis and Pickleball. Additionally, he is available for Private or Semi-Private lessons, 3 & Me and 4 & Me Tennis and Pickleball play. Contact the Club at (541) 298-8508 to schedule lessons or to sign up for an activity.
Adam Rahmlow
Adam Rahmlow is a USPTA-certified tennis pro with a decade of experience in the tennis industry. Adam came to The Dalles after serving up years of tennis, school, and software sales in wet Portland, where he practiced with the Men's team at Portland State and coached PSU's traveling club team, making it to nationals twice. He was the assistant coach for a D3 women's team back in Wisconsin, where he grew up, and where he got his start teaching junior tennis, running drills, and organizing adult play. He has always been more of a doubles player, going back to the state championship in high school, and has taught tennis and junior sports for over 10 years, at (now) The Wisconsin Athletic Club, Mequon Racquet Club The Hilton, Concordia, and Portland State Universities, and The Multnomah Athletic Club. Furthermore, he holds a bachelor's degree in development economics from Portland State, and received his tennis instructor's training at the USTA National Campus, in Orlando. Adam loves playing and teaching tennis with players of all ages and abilities and is excited to create memorable on-court experiences with other 'tennis people,' his favorite!
Reach out to Adam via email or text to set up private lessons.
Debby Jones
Debby Jones is a certified tennis instructor through the United States National Tennis Academy. She is the current The Dalles High School Varsity Girls Tennis Coach and has been coaching tennis for over 20 years. She was the 2022 Intermountain Conference coach of the year. As a coach and instructor, Debby has helped guide USTA teams to nationals. As a player herself, she has competed at USTA nationals six times. She represented the Pacific Northwest in the 35 and older women’s division at the USTA National Intersectional Championships in Houston, Texas, and was ranked number two in women’s 35 singles for the Pacific Northwest area. Currently, she enjoys sharing her love of the sport with both old and young, and is nerdy about finding new strategies and techniques to help improve the skills of every player she has the privilege to work with.
Reach out to Debby via email or text to set up private lessons or get plugged into group activities.
Play Tennis at The Dalles Athletic Club
Drill Classes
Drill Classes and Times
- Monday High School Drills with David – 4:00pm-5:30pm
Tennis Drill with Debby – 6:00pm-7:30pm - Tuesday Kids Hot Shots with David – 3:30pm-4:30pm
Beginner Tennis Drill with David – 5:30pm-6:30pm - Wednesday High School Drills with David – 4:00pm-5:30pm
Men’s Night Tennis Drill with David – 6:00pm-8:00pm - Thursday Kids Hot Shots with David – 3:30pm-4:30pm
Jr. Tennis Hot Shots with David – 4:30pm-5:30pm
Shot of the Week Drill with David – 6:30pm-8:00pm - Friday Ladies Night Drill with David – 5:30pm-8:00pm
- Saturday Tennis Drill with David – 10:00am-11:30am
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- May 1, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 1, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
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MEN'S NIGHT w/David
May 1, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 2, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 2, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
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ACES Jr Tennis 10-13yrs w/David
May 2, 2024 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court APlayers will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics, the basics of rallying, serving and keeping score. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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Hit & Fit Tennis w/David (All Levels)
May 2, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class is open to all members. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.
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Shot of the Week w/David
May 2, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Classes limited to 12 players. Classes with 1-2 players will run from 6:30-7:30. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 3, 2024
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LADIES NIGHT w/David
May 3, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 4, 2024
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Hit and Fit w/David (All Levels)
May 4, 2024 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Tennis courts A, B & CThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class has been in the line up for a while and will continue to be offered to all members through the month of May. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts.
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Tennis Drills w/David
May 4, 2024 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Courts A & BSpace is limited to 12 players. Registration is mandatory for this drill class. Sign up in the App or call 541-298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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- May 5, 2024
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- May 6, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 6, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
- May 7, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 7, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
- May 8, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 8, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
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MEN'S NIGHT w/David
May 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 9, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 9, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
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ACES Jr Tennis 10-13yrs w/David
May 9, 2024 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court APlayers will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics, the basics of rallying, serving and keeping score. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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Hit & Fit Tennis w/David (All Levels)
May 9, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class is open to all members. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.
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Shot of the Week w/David
May 9, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Classes limited to 12 players. Classes with 1-2 players will run from 6:30-7:30. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 10, 2024
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LADIES NIGHT w/David
May 10, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 11, 2024
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Hit and Fit w/David (All Levels)
May 11, 2024 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Tennis courts A, B & CThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class has been in the line up for a while and will continue to be offered to all members through the month of May. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts.
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Tennis Drills w/David
May 11, 2024 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Courts A & BSpace is limited to 12 players. Registration is mandatory for this drill class. Sign up in the App or call 541-298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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- May 12, 2024
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- May 13, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 13, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
- May 14, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 14, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
- May 15, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 15, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
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MEN'S NIGHT w/David
May 15, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 16, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 16, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
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ACES Jr Tennis 10-13yrs w/David
May 16, 2024 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court APlayers will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics, the basics of rallying, serving and keeping score. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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Hit & Fit Tennis w/David (All Levels)
May 16, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class is open to all members. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.
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Shot of the Week w/David
May 16, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Classes limited to 12 players. Classes with 1-2 players will run from 6:30-7:30. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 17, 2024
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LADIES NIGHT w/David
May 17, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 18, 2024
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Hit and Fit w/David (All Levels)
May 18, 2024 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Tennis courts A, B & CThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class has been in the line up for a while and will continue to be offered to all members through the month of May. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts.
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Tennis Drills w/David
May 18, 2024 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Courts A & BSpace is limited to 12 players. Registration is mandatory for this drill class. Sign up in the App or call 541-298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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- May 19, 2024
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- May 20, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 20, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
- May 21, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 21, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
- May 22, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 22, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
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MEN'S NIGHT w/David
May 22, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 23, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 23, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
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ACES Jr Tennis 10-13yrs w/David
May 23, 2024 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court APlayers will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics, the basics of rallying, serving and keeping score. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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Hit & Fit Tennis w/David (All Levels)
May 23, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class is open to all members. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.
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Shot of the Week w/David
May 23, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Classes limited to 12 players. Classes with 1-2 players will run from 6:30-7:30. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 24, 2024
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LADIES NIGHT w/David
May 24, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 25, 2024
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Hit and Fit w/David (All Levels)
May 25, 2024 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Tennis courts A, B & CThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class has been in the line up for a while and will continue to be offered to all members through the month of May. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts.
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Tennis Drills w/David
May 25, 2024 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Courts A & BSpace is limited to 12 players. Registration is mandatory for this drill class. Sign up in the App or call 541-298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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- May 26, 2024
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- May 27, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 27, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
- May 28, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 28, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
- May 29, 2024
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High School Tennis w/David
May 29, 2024 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court AHigh School level players looking to improve their skills through high-intensity drills and court positioning.
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MEN'S NIGHT w/David
May 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 30, 2024
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HOT SHOTS 6-9yrs w/David
May 30, 2024 - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tennis Court AFocusing on agility, balance and coordination while introducing proper technique. Softballs will be used at this stage of learning. The balls bounce lower and move slowly through the air, giving beginners a chance to set-up and take a good swing at the ball. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-5808 to reserve your spot.
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ACES Jr Tennis 10-13yrs w/David
May 30, 2024 - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tennis Court APlayers will build athletic fundamentals by learning proper footwork and racquet mechanics, the basics of rallying, serving and keeping score. Classes are limited to 12 players. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
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Hit & Fit Tennis w/David (All Levels)
May 30, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BThis high energy, fast moving class keeps you on your toes with tennis drills in a fun group class setting. This class is open to all members. This class is instructed by David on the beautiful newly surfaced tennis courts. All skill levels welcome.
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Shot of the Week w/David
May 30, 2024 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Classes limited to 12 players. Classes with 1-2 players will run from 6:30-7:30. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.
- May 31, 2024
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LADIES NIGHT w/David
May 31, 2024 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tennis Courts A & BFast paced doubles drill. A great opportunity to practice volleys & ground strokes while getting a great workout. Classes limited to 12 players. Small classes of 1-2 players will run from 6pm - 7pm. Sign up at the front desk or call (541) 298-8508 to reserve your spot.