Explore Adult Tennis Programming
Grow your game with our tennis community! Whether you are starting out or getting back into the sport, we have the program for you.
Fun, Engaging tennis programs
From private lessons to group tennis, our tennis programming offers something for everyone. Certified tennis professionals will help you with your technique and movement.
Suburban Leagues
Franklin Athletic Club fields teams at all levels for women of the Suburban Tennis League. Teams compete September through May, followed by a season ending playoff.
PRACTICES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 8th.
USTA Leagues
Tennis players can take part in organized USTA Leagues throughout the year at Franklin Athletic Club. USTA Tennis is a great way to enjoy competitive tennis playing with and against a variety of players from the area.
SINGLES: 18 & over
DOUBLES: 40 & over
MIXED DOUBLES: 55 & over; 65 & over
Adult Tennis Leagues
Franklin offers adult tennis leagues ranging from levels 2.5 to 5.0. Two sessions are offered throughout the year during the day and evening. Non-members may participate for an additional fee.
SESSION 1: September 8th – December 17th
SESSION 2: January 4th – May 13th
Mondays
Ladies 3.0 Single League 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Men’s 3.5+ Singles 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Tuesdays
Men’s 4.0+ Doubles 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesdays
Men’s 5.0 Doubles 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Men’s 3.5+ Mixed Doubles 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursdays
Men’s 3.5 Doubles 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Men’s 3.0 Doubles 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Clinics
Franklin Athletic Club offers group lessons for beginners, advanced beginners, intermediate and advanced players. Beginner group lessons are an excellent introduction to the game of tennis. You will learn basic techniques, rules, and scoring in a fun atmosphere. Please contact the Tennis Department to register prior to class start date at (248) 352-8000, ext. 250. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks.
Classes require a minimum of 3 players and maximum of 6 players per class.
Beginner and Advanced beginner clinics: Six- week sessions. Morning, afternoon and evening times are available. Call the Tennis Department today for a time that works for you!
Private Lessons
Franklin’s Professional teaching staff is ready to help improve your game. One way to get the maximum instructional value is to sign up for a private lesson. Lessons can be arranged directly with a tennis professional or through the Tennis Department. A 5% discount on private lessons is available with the purchase of a 10-lesson package. Semi-private (2 players) and tri-private (3 players) lessons are also available for an additional fee. All Non-Members will pay an additional $15 for each lesson.
Tennis Professionals
Franklin Athletic Club is considered one of the premier tennis and fitness clubs in the country. Franklin has received international recognition not only for its facility, but also for our world-renowned teaching staff.
Randy Payne, USPTA
Director of Tennis
Bruce Sawicki
Tennis Operations Manager
Chris Ludwig, USPTA
Junior Tennis Coordinator
Steve Herdoiza
Head Tennis Professional
Ian Harris
Head Tennis Professional
Grant Asher
Head Tennis Professional
Phil Norville, USPTA
Head Tennis Professional
Jason Norville
Scott Smith
Ray Ashare
David Gennero
Clay Tinham, USPTA
Diana Ospina-Taylor
Brian Eckert, USPTA
Maryna Kozachenco
Ben Taylor
Andre Dupret, USPTA
Georgene Moran
Griffin Mertz
Yonghao Sun, USPTA
Katie Blumberg, USPTA
Jason Stephen
Craig Sanders
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Tennis team will assess each player or assist you in choosing based on age and prior experience. You can also find level programming in our program guide.
Private and semi-private lessons are available by request and availability of the tennis professional. Contact the tennis office at 248-352-8000 ext 250 for more information.
You can register for adult tennis programming using the online scheduler or contact the front desk at 248-352-8000 ext 250.
Please bring a tennis racquet, tennis shoes, towel, and water. Franklin Athletic Club does offer demo racquets in the tennis office.
