Tennis Information
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The Holyoke Canoe Club offers one of the best outdoor tennis venues in the Pioneer Valley. We have eight well-maintained clay courts, two newly-surfaced hard courts, and a backboard area, as well as comfortable court-side seating and locker room facilities. The hard court nets remain up during the winter for hearty members willing to brave the cold.
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Our long tennis season starts in early spring and goes well into the fall, and the courts are in use from sunrise to sunset. The schedule includes tournaments and socials. Our Club pro offers private and group instruction for adults, children, and families.
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Contact Ben Thompson if you would like to be added to the "Racquet Sports" email list: bfthompson1956@gmail.com. There are some great events planned.
Jay Kilbourn and Charlie Hruska have organized a tennis ladder. If interested, email cgh2111@gmail.com or jaykilbourn@gmail.com.
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Pickleball
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The two hard tennis courts have pickleball lines and 4 movable pickleball nets. There is a pickleball group that plays on Wednesday evenings at 5:30 PM. Contact Jane Andreesen to be added to the pickleball email list and for all pickleball related questions: jpeltonandresen@gmail.com.
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2024 Tennis Calendar
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June 1 9:30-12 Doubles Social Mixer. To register, contact bfthompson1956@gmail.com
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June 30 3-5 pm Mixed Doubles Round Robin Social
Contact Barbara Beaudoin at tenbiking@aol.com
July 20 Adult/Child (under 17) Round Robin. Contact bfthompson1956@gmail.com if interested.
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July 21 3-5 pm Mixed Doubles Round Robin Social
Contact Barbara Beaudoin at tenbiking@aol.com
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July 28 Bloody Mary Social - Stay tuned for more info
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August 17-18 Mixed Doubles Club Championships
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August 24-25 Men's and Women's Doubles Championships
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Aug 31 - Sep 2 Men's and Women's Singles Championships
September 8 3-5 pm Mixed Doubles Round Robin Social
Contact Barbara Beaudoin at tenbiking@aol.com
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Weekly Tennis Events
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Mixed Doubles for 3.0 players on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:45 to 7:45 PM. If interested contact Fran Eisenberg: volleyfran@comcast.net
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Mixed Doubles for 2.5 to 3.5 players on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 AM. If interested, contact Paul Kasputis at pk000036@gmail.com.
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Tennis Pro
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George Paluch
413-536-0927
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George’s Lesson Rates:
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Private lessons by appointment: 1.5 hr group lessons:
1 hr private- $60 5 people $20 each
1/2 hr private- $40 4 people $25 each
1 hr semi private- $80 3 people $30 each
1hr junior private- $40
10 and under juniors $20
Clinic Times:
2.0-2.5 Beginner- Monday-Friday 9:00-10:30 $25
3.0-3.5 level- Monday-Friday 10:30-12:00 $25
Drill and Play 3.0-3.5:
Wednesdays 9:00-12:00 and 6:00-8:00 $25
Saturdays 1:30-3:30 $25
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George has been the Director of Tennis for more than 30 years. He was a varsity
player at St. Anselm College, and has both New England and National tournament
playing experience. He is a past member of the teaching staff of both Mount
Holyoke College and the First Meadows Tennis Club.
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NOTE: All guests of tennis members must pay the Club guest fee.
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Tennis Pro - George Paluch