The Great Tennis Resort Calendar
Indicates a spectator tournament
April
Apr. 27-29, 2018Ladies 4.5 & 7.5 Combo (4.0 & 3.5) Team Challenge. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. Two Events: one pits a minimum of six doubles teams, with a total NTRP rating of 7.5 (max. of three 4.0 players/team), in a round robin against the other teams over the course of a long weekend. The other event hosts 4.5 teams in their own round robin. The package includes accommodations, breakfasts, awards, and fun.
Apr. 27-29, 2018
Backhands, Vines, and Volleys Tennis Camp. Silverado Resort and Spa, CA Phone: 707-257-5541. https://www.silveradoresort.com/offers/tennis-packages/backhands-vines-and-volleys-tennis-camp/. Silverado Resort and Spa hosts a special 2½-day camp that pairs tennis instruction with wine education and tastings in the Napa Valley. It begins with a Friday round robin and dinner and intro to wine tasting followed by a half day of tennis clinics—taught by Peter Burwash International pros Katie Dellich and Quinn Saine—on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend package also includes two-for-one winery tasting passes, Peter Buswash's book Tennis For Life, and two night's lodging. For more information visit silveradoresort.com or phone 707-257-5541.
Apr. 28, 2018
1-Day Mixed Doubles Championships. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, FL A morning of fun mixed doubles competition. There are two divisions: Advanced (8.0+ combined) and Recreational (below 8.0 combined). Fee: $25/player/event. Round-robin format, so non-elimination, with playoffs and/or finals.
April 25-29, 2018
118th Ojai Valley Tennis Tournament.
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, CA Phone: 805-646-7241. http://www.ojaitourney.org.
An Open, collegiate, and junior event centered in Ojai but whose early rounds are played at venues and private courts all over the county. Former World No. 1 Tracy Austin has been named this year's honoree. A Rolling Hills resident, Austin first burst onto the tennis scene winning The Ojai 1977 Women's open) and 1978 Girls' 16s. That was just one year before, at age 16, she became the youngest player to win the US Open, beating Martina Navratilova in the semifinals and Chris Evert in the final. She was later named that year's Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year. In celebration, "An Evening With Tracy Austin" will take place Friday, April 27 at the Topa Mountain Winery. Longtime Ojai resident and renowned actor Malcom McDowell will take part in the evening's event, as will longtime local tennis teaching pro and promoter Wayne Bryan, father of the all-time winningest doubles team Mike and Bob Bryan. The Diane Miller Band will also perform. The cost of the fundraiser is $150. For more information and to purchase tickets online, go to www.ojaitourney.org.
May
May 4-6, 2018Sandestin Men's 7.5 Combo Team Challenge. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-6114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. This event features a minimum of six doubles teams, with a combined NTRP rating of 7.5, each playing in a round robin against the other teams over the course of a long weekend.
May 5-12, 2018
Antigua Tennis Week. Curtain Bluff Resort, Antigua, West Indies Phone: 888-289-9898. http://curtainbluff.com/tennis-at-curtain-bluff/. International Tennis Hall of Famer Fred Stolle, the winner of 18 Grand Slam titles, leads this animated week of clinics, exhibitions, pro-ams, team competitions, cocktails, and dinners with help from Owen Davidson, himself a multiple Grand Slam winner, and Aussie champion Ross Case.
May 7-13, 2018
USTA National Hardcourt Championships. La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, CA https://www.ljbtc.com. A combined Men's and Women's event, with women competing in singles and doubles for age categories 50 and over, 60 and over, 70 and over, 80 and over, and 90 and over; and men in singles and doubles in 60-85 divisions.
May 11-12, 2018
Mother's Day Weekend Doubles Camp & Wine-Tasting. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. Running Fri. noon to Sat. evening, this getaway combines six hours of instruction with a a sommelier-led wine tasting with appetizers, the latter held at Fish House on the golf course from 5-6:30 Sat. evening. That leaves Sunday free for your own Mother's Day celebration.
May 11-13, 2018
Paws & Balls Team Tennis Challenge & Crab Crawl. Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. A World Team Tennis format comprised of men's and women's singles and doubles and combo mixed doubles, sponsored by Coast Restaurants and Bars (CRAB) and benefitting Hilton Head Humane Association.
May 4-13, 2018
Mutua Madrid Open. http://www.madrid-open.com.
A combined men's and women's clay-court event. Rafa Nadal and Simona Halep are defending champions.
May 7-20, 2018
Internazionali BNL d'Italia. http://www.internazionalibnlditalia.com/.
The Italian Open, a combined men's and women's event, held in Rome's Foro Italico.
May 20, 2018
1-Day Singles Championships. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, FL A morning of fun men's and women's singles competition. There are two divisions: Advanced (4.0+) and Recreational (below 4.0). Fee: $29/player/event. Round-robin format, so non-elimination, with playoffs and/or finals.
May 25-27, 2018
Memorial Day Weekend Camp. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. A summer kickoff with three hours of morning clinics and supervised play supplemented by a lunch with the pros, complimentary round robin, mid-morning snacks, and unlimited court time.
May 27-June 10, 2018
ROLAND GARROS (French Open). http://www.rolandgarros.com.
Rafa Nadal handily won his 10th French Open while the women's final crowned a surprising champion, Jelena Ostapenko.
June
June 1-3, 201839th Annual Banana Open. Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. Men's and Women's Singles and Doubles and Mixed doubles and a 55+ doubles and combo mixed doubles competition. Presented by Honor Our Heroes Foundation.
June 8-10, 2018
10th Annual Rally for the Cure Tennis & Pickleball. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. This three-day event, which is sponsored by The Broadmoor Jewelry Company and Roberto Coin, benefits the Susan G. Komen for the Cure to aid in the fight against breast cancer. Held in conjunction this year with The Broadmoor's 100th anniversary, this has become the largest tennis-related Rally in the country. More than 100 men and women participate over the weekend, with competition in both tennis and pickleball. Tennis comprises women’s doubles, mixed doubles, and a Pro-Am, while pickleball players face off in mixed doubles and women’s and men’s doubles. The stakes are high this year, with female winners in every category receiving a Roberto Coin tennis or pickleball necklace, valued at $980. Woven into the schedule are breakfasts, lunches, and a gala dinner with live auction.
June 15-16, 2018
Father's Day Two-Day Tennis Camp & Cookout. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. A two-day co-ed camp (with bonus bonus round-robin for Thurs. arrivals) consisting of 5.5 hours of camp Drills and instruction, supervised match play and pickleball, and a casual Friday evening courtside burger fry and cocktails.
June 18-22, 2018
High-Performance Junior Camp. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. Designed for tournament-level players looking to improve, these daycamps focus on technique, shot selection, footwork, and strategy. All participants are assigned to teams and score points for the team both during drills and in afternoon match play (during which they receive coaching). The team with most points at the end of the week wins prizes.
June 22-24, 2018
Backhands, Vines, and Volleys Tennis Camp. Silverado Resort and Spa, CA Phone: 505-257-0200. https://www.silveradoresort.com/offers/tennis-packages/backhands-vines-and-volleys-tennis-camp/. Silverado Resort and Spa hosts a special 2½-day camp that pairs tennis instruction with wine education and tastings in the Napa Valley. It begins with a Friday round robin and dinner and intro to wine tasting followed by a half day of tennis clinics—taught by Peter Burwash International pros Katie Dellich and Quinn Saine—on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend package also includes two-for-one winery tasting passes, Peter Buswash's book Tennis For Life, and two night's lodging. For more information visit silveradoresort.com or phone 707-257-5541.
July
July 13-15, 2018Peter Burwash International Tennis For Life Camp. Carmel Valley Ranch, CA Phone: 831-626-2554. http://www.carmelvalleyranch.com/play-for-all-ages/tennis. This 3-day camp kicks off with a round-robin mixer and welcome party. Day 2 consists of 4½ hours of on-court drills followed by optional tennis lessons, spa services, or other resort activities. It concludes on Sunday morning with another 2 hours of on-court work and a round robin. Participants also receive a Tennis For Life book by Peter Burwash and a player packet. For information and reservations, contact Chris Myrold, PBI Director of Tennis, at 831-626-2554 or email cmyrold@carmelvalleyranch.com.
July 13-15, 2018
Adult 4.0 Boot Camp. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. The three-day intensive camp for 4.0 players comprises 9 hours of group instruction, supervised match play, and a zip-lining excursion.
July 2-15, 2018
WIMBLEDON. http://www.wimbledon.com.
Garbine Muguruza and Roger Federer are defending champions.
July 16-20, 2018
High-Performance Junior Camp. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. Designed for tournament-level players looking to improve, these daycamps focus on technique, shot selection, footwork, and strategy. All participants are assigned to teams and score points for the team both during drills and in afternoon match play (during which they receive coaching). The team with most points at the end of the week wins prizes.
July 20-22, 2018
Backhands, Vines, and Volleys Tennis Camp. Silverado Resort and Spa, CA Phone: 505-257-5541. https://www.silveradoresort.com/offers/tennis-packages/backhands-vines-and-volleys-tennis-camp/. Silverado Resort and Spa hosts a special 2½-day camp that pairs tennis instruction with wine education and tastings in the Napa Valley. It begins with a Friday round robin and dinner and intro to wine tasting followed by a half day of tennis clinics—taught by Peter Burwash International pros Katie Dellich and Quinn Saine—on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend package also includes two-for-one winery tasting passes, Peter Buswash's book Tennis For Life, and two night's lodging. For more information visit silveradoresort.com or phone 707-257-5541.
July 28, 2018
Wood Racquet Charity Classic & Tribute to Ralston. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. An annual event that helps raise funds for tennis development in the local community, the Wood Racquet Charity Classic seems an especially appropriate way to commemorate The Broadmoor's 100 anniversary. The legendary Dennis Ralston, The Broadmoor's former Director of Tennis and member of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, will be on hand to reminisce about the halcyon days of tennis and his storied tennis career. A "vintage tennis whites” cocktail party and awards will follow. Women’s and men's doubles and mixed doubles competition will provide an opportunity to retest your own wooden racquet (or borrow one). All participants received a commemorative gift. Cocktails follow. Spectators encouraged.
August
Aug. 11-14, 2018"Hook & Volley" Fly-Fishing & Tennis Weekend. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. Combine your love of tennis and the adventure of fly fishing on Gold Medal waters at The Broadmoor's new Fly Fishing Camp, an Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing property located an hour west of the hotel. Those who arrive on Saturday start with a mixed-doubles round robin. The next three days comprise a mix of tennis clinics, round robins, guided fly fishing, cocktail parties, and dinners
Aug.3-12, 2018
Rogers Cup (Men). Phone: 877-283-6647. http://www.couperogers.com.
ATP World Tour Masters event, held this year in Toronto, Canada's Aviva Centre at York University
Aug. 3-12, 2018
Rogers Cup (Women). Phone: 514-273-1234. http://www.rogerscup.com/.
A WTA singles and doubles event held on the hard courts at the Uniprix Centre in Montreal. this year.
Aug. 17-19, 2018
Farm to Table & Wine Dinner Tennis Camps. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. Beginning Friday afternoon, this incresingly popular weekend program combines 9 hours of tennis instruction (for 3.5-4.5 players) with an indulgence in wining and dining. Tennis starts Friday afternoon and is followed by with a private wine-tasting at The Broadmoor's Fishing Lodge conducted by Broadmoor's sommelier. After more tennis on Saturday morning, campers move on to a chef's tour of The Broadmoor Farm and Greenhouse followed by a cooking demonstration and al fresco lunch. It all concludes Sunday morning with brakfast at the courts followed by three more hours of group instruction. For information and reservations, phone 719-577-5847 or email tennis@broadmoor.com.
Aug. 11-19, 2018
Western & Southern Open. http://www.wsopen.com/.
Part of the Emirates U.S. Open Series, this Cincinnati event draws top ATP and WTA players to the Lindner Family Tennis Center.
Aug. 24-26, 2018
Wine Dinner & Tennis Weekend. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. Beginning Friday afternoon, this weekend program combines 9 hours of tennis instruction (for 3.5-4.0 players) with a Saturday evening wine dinner. For information and reservations, phone 719-577-5847 or email tennis@broadmoor.com.
Aug. 27-Sept. 9, 2018
U.S. OPEN. http://www.usopen.org.
Rafa Nadal and Sloane Stephens Kerber are defending champions.
Aug.m 31-Sept. 2, 2018
11th Annual Palmetto Dunes Tennis Fall Classic. Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. Men's and Women's Singles, Combo Doubles, and Combo Mixed Doubles, sponsored by Captain Woody's.
September
Sept. 7-9, 20183.5 Ladies Team Challenge. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. This event features a minimum of six doubles teams, with NTRP ratings of 3.5, each playing in a round robin against the other teams over the course of a long weekend.
Sept. 7-9, 2018
Peter Burwash International Tennis For Life Camp. Carmel Valley Ranch, CA Phone: 831-626-2554. http://www.carmelvalleyranch.com/play-for-all-ages/tennis. This 3-day camp kicks off with a round-robin mixer and welcome party. Day 2 consists of 5 1/2 hours of on-court drills followed by optional tennis lessons, spa services, or other resort activities. It concludes with another 2 hours of on-court work and a round robin. Participants also receive a Tennis For Life book by Peter Burwash and a player packet. For information and reservations, contact Chris Myrold, PBI Director of Tennis, at 831-626-2554 or email cmyrold@carmelvalleyranch.com.
Sept. 7-9, 2018
Farm to Table & Wine Dinner Tennis Camps. The Broadmoor, CO Phone: 719-577-5847. https://www.broadmoor.com/activities/tennis/tennis-camps/. Beginning Friday afternoon, this incresingly popular weekend program combines 9 hours of tennis instruction (for. 3.0-4.0 players) with an indulgence in wining and dining. Tennis starts Friday afternoon and is followed by with a private wine-tasting at The Broadmoor's Fishing Lodge conducted by Broadmoor's sommelier. After more tennis on Saturday morning, campers move on to a chef's tour of The Broadmoor Farm and Greenhouse followed by a cooking demonstration and al fresco lunch. It all concludes Sunday morning with brakfast at the courts followed by three more hours of group instruction. For information and reservations, phone 719-577-5847 or email tennis@broadmoor.com.
Sept. 21-23, 2018
4.0 Ladies Team Challenge. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. This event features a minimum of six doubles teams, with NTRP ratings of 4.0, each playing in a round robin against the other teams over the course of a long weekend.
Sept. 28-30, 2018
Fall Women's Tennis Weekend. Kiawah Island Golf Resort, SC This program bundles 7 hours of instruction with tound robins, a welcome reception, courtside snacks, and reduced-price lodging.
October
Oct. 4-7, 201834rd Annual Banana Open Challenge (closed). Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. Men's and Women's Singles and Doubles, Combo Mixed Doubles, and 55+ Doubles and Combo Mixed Doubles, all open only to those who have played in another local Banana tournament.
Oct. 5-7, 2018
Ladies' 3.0 Team Challenge and 8.5 Ladies Combo. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. These two separate events feature a minimum of six doubles teams, each playing in a round robin against the other similarly rated teams over the course of a long weekend. One flight pits NTRP 3.0 teams against each other; the second flight consists of 8.5 combo teams comprised of a 4.0 and a 4.5.
Oct. 12-14, 2018
Peter Burwash International Tennis For Life Camp. Carmel Valley Ranch, CA Phone: 831-626-2554. http://www.carmelvalleyranch.com/play-for-all-ages/tennis. This 3-day camp kicks off with a round-robin mixer and welcome party. Day 2 consists of 4½ hours of on-court drills followed by optional tennis lessons, spa services, or other resort activities. It concludes on Sunday morning with another 2 hours of on-court work and a round robin. Participants also receive a Tennis For Life book by Peter Burwash and a player packet. For information and reservations, contact Chris Myrold, PBI Director of Tennis, at 831-626-2554 or email cmyrold@carmelvalleyranch.com.
Oct. 12-14, 2018
Ladies 4.0 Interstate Team Challenge. TOPS'L Beach & Racquet Resort by Wyndham, FL Team competition for women with NTRP ratings of 4.0
Oct. 19-21, 2018
Backhands, Vines, and Volleys Tennis Camp. Silverado Resort and Spa, CA Phone: 505-257-5541. https://www.silveradoresort.com/offers/tennis-packages/backhands-vines-and-volleys-tennis-camp/. Silverado Resort and Spa hosts a special 2½-day camp that pairs tennis instruction with wine education and tastings in the Napa Valley. It begins with a Friday round robin and dinner and intro to wine tasting followed by a half day of tennis clinics—taught by Peter Burwash International pros Katie Dellich and Quinn Saine—on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend package also includes two-for-one winery tasting passes, Peter Buswash's book Tennis For Life, and two night's lodging. For more information visit silveradoresort.com or phone 707-257-5541.
Oct. 26-28, 2018
24rd Annual Hickory Tavern "Nutty Buddy" Classic. Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. A social men's and women's doubles and mixed doubles event.
Oct. 26-28, 2018
Fall Women’s Tennis Weekend. Kiawah Island Golf Resort, SC This program bundles 7 hours of instruction with tound robins, a welcome reception, courtside snacks, and reduced-price lodging.
November
Nov. 9-11, 2018Ladies' 3.5 Team Challenge. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, FL Phone: 850-267-7114. http://www.sandestin.com/tennis. A minimum of six doubles teams play off in a round robin over the course of a long weekend whose package includes lodging, breakfast, award, and more.
Nov. 9-10, 2018
Hickory Tavern Team Tennis Challenge. Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, SC Phone: 843-785-1152. http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. Singles, doubles, and combo mixed in World Team Tennis format. Benefitting the Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Hilton Head Island.
Nov. 11, 2018
Team Tennis & Pickleball Challenge. Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, SC http://www.palmettodunes.com/activities/hilton-head-tennis-tournaments/. Men's and Women's Doubles and Mixed Doubles pickleball event
Nov. 16-18, 2018
Women's Fall Tennis Weekend. Kiawah Island Golf Resort, SC This program bundles 7 hours of instruction with tound robins, a welcome reception, courtside snacks, and reduced-price lodging.
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