Tennis
The Buck Hill Tennis Club offers an accelerated summer schedule featuring member matches, clinics, professional exhibitions (Pro Ams), youth tournaments, social events, and specialty club offerings such as the annual historic-inspired Woods and Whites Wimbledon Tournament. The club hosts up-and-coming tennis stars as well. To be eligible for Tennis Club events you must have an existing Buck Hill Falls Membership.
HISTORYBuck Hill Falls established a tennis facility in 1913 with six clay tennis courts, and expanded to eight courts in 1929. It attracted international tennis stars of the day including Bill Tilden, Vinnie Richards, Alice Marble, Don Budge, and Vic Seixas.
The tennis club building was dedicated in 1929. Dubbed “the Tennis Tea Complex,” it hosted everything from club championships and intra-camp matches to dances, buffet lunches, and quickly became the community hub for entertainment. Edwin J. Faulkner was appointed the club’s first tennis professional in 1940 and he influenced tennis at Buck Hill for the next 20 years.
TODAY
Today the tennis club includes 10 tennis courts with high-quality Har-Tru surfaces, as well as a full-service pro shop and a staff of tennis professionals available for private lessons. An expansive stone terrace adjoins the courts, where spectators can watch all the actions and players can scope out their competition.
INSTRUCTION
Professional instruction is available for players of all levels. Group, clinic, and individual options to suit every learning style.
TENNIS PRO SHOP
The Buck Hill Tennis Club Pro Shop offers all the necessary clothing and equipment for men, women, and children. Tune ups, repairs, and restringing services are also available. Additional requests for items can be ordered and received next day.
THE TENNIS TEA COMPLEX
In addition to providing food, beverages, and services to our tennis club members, the Tennis Tea Complex has evolved into a full-fledged Community Center for all of Buck Hill Falls.
ADULT INSTRUCTION 2025
Our adult program offers group instruction, social events, match play, tournaments, and individual instruction opportunities. Whether you're looking to take your game to the next level, mix it up in doubles, or just get in shape, we've got a program for you.
ADULT INSTRUCTION LEVELS
The level of tennis ability is grouped as follows for clinics and competitions. This system increases the quality of clinics as players will receive the appropriate instruction given their ability and experience. The match will be more engaging and fun.
“C” Level – Adults who have had previous lessons and limited experience.
“B” Level – Adults who are current or former players with some experience.
“A” Level – Adults who have played matches at or near the “A” level.
DOUBLES CLINICS
Our doubles clinics focus on the following concepts:
- Stroke development
- Competitive doubles patterns
- Court Positioning & Shot selection
- Offensive and Defensive tactics
- Teamwork
- Intentional Tennis.
Weekly, May 24 – November 2.
For further information, contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 570-595-3298.
DOUBLES CLIINICS SCHEDULE & PRICING | ||
Monday | 9:00 - 10:30 am | A/B doubles practice |
Tuesday | 8:00 - 9:00 am | Masters/ Women 50+ |
Tuesday | 9:00 - 10:30 am | B/C Doubles Practice |
Tuesday | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | A/B Doubles Practice |
Wednesday | 8:00 - 9:00 am | Masters/ Women 50+ |
Wednesday | 9:00 - 10:30 am | A/B Doubles Practice |
Thursday | 9:00 - 10:30 am | B/C Doubles Practice |
Thursday | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | B/C Doubles Practice |
Friday | 8:00 - 9:00 am | Masters/ Women 50+ |
Friday | 9:00 - 10:30 am | A/B Doubles Practice |
Friday | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | B/C Doubles Practice |
Saturday | 9:30 - 11:00 am | B/C Doubles Practice |
Saturday | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | A/B Doubles Practice |
Sunday | 9:30 - 11 :00 am | A/B Doubles Practice |
Sunday | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | B/C Doubles Practice |
POWER 90: CARDIO DYNAMIC TENNIS CLASS
A high energy class with cardio, stroke development, and situational tennis for each specific level of play. This dynamic games-based class focuses on players continuously moving without taking breaks between points. It provides a strong workout while also having fun and developing doubles tennis skills.
Weekly, May 24 – November 2 .
Signup is required, For further information, contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 570-595-3298.
POWER 90 SCHEDULE & PRICING | ||
Monday | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | B/C levels |
Monday | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | A/B levels |
Tuesday | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | A/B levels |
Wednesday | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | B/C levels |
Wednesday | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | B/C levels |
Thursday | 10:30 - 12:00 pm | A/B levels |
Friday | 12:00 - 1:30 pm | B/C levels |
Friday | 5:30 - 7:00 pm | A/B levels |
Saturday | 8:00 am - 9:30 am | A/B levels |
Sunday | 8:00 am - 9:30 am | B/C levels |
SUNRISE RALLY: EARLY MORNING TENNIS SESSION
This tennis clinic is designed to accommodate cottagers with busy morning schedules. This instructional and dynamic session offers a healthy and powerful way to start your daily routine. B/C and A/B levels are welcome. Classes are held on Mondays and Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 am. And remember, those who rise early don’t make as many unforced errors!
Weekly, May 26 – October .
For further information, contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 570-595-3298.
SUNRISE RALLY SCHEDULE & PRICING | ||
Monday | 7:30-8:30 am | A/B & B/C levels |
Friday | 7:30 - 8:30 am | A/B & B/C levels |
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Private lessons are an excellent opportunity for adults (or children) to refine or develop their playing ability. Available from the coach of your choice, with times depending upon their availability. Private lessons are available one-on-one, or in groups of up to four. Call the Tennis Pro shop to make appointments 570-595-3298.
Unless the pro shop is notified 24 hours in advance, any lesson cancellations or no-shows will be billed at the normal lesson rate, unless extenuating circumstances.
LESSON TYPE |
1 hour, Private |
30 minutes, Private |
1 hour, Semi-private |
1 hour Clinic, 3 players |
1 hour Clinic, 4 players |
JUNIOR INSTRUCTION
Our Junior Program follows a consistent, scientifically proven structure. The 10 & Under method uses child development theory to determine instruction language, behavior management, reward systems, and age-appropriate drills and games. Our priority is for the kids to have fun while developing the skills to become competitive tennis players.
It’s an active, engaged system focused on rally-based lessons. Instead of waiting in line, players rally with each other while the tennis professionals constantly monitor, give feedback, and encourage players positively.
Players over 10 years old will refine their technique and focus on match play to develop their game style and to understand tennis strategy and competition..
GROUP LESSONS
Our junior players will be grouped by age and skill level as follows:
Red Robins (ages 3 & 4)
Little ones ready to start to get a feel for racquets, following the ball, balance, and hand-eye coordination. Foam balls, 19″ racquets.
Red Raider (ages 5 to 8)
Entry-level beginners to advanced beginners, continuing to build and develop hand/eye skills, agility, and balance. Loads of fun! Foam and red balls, 19″-23″ racquets, 36′ court.
Orange Crush (ages 9 to 10)
Advanced beginners, intermediates, and juniors who have begun instruction but are not yet playing full sets. Orange balls, 60′ court, 23″-25″ racquets.
Green Hornets (ages 11 to 12)
Intermediate players with match skills, juniors with previous instruction entering competition mode. Green-dot balls, 78′ court, 26″-27″ racquets.
ATP (ages 12 & up)
Intermediate to advanced level, juniors with lesson experience and some competition. Yellow balls, 78′ court, and 27″ racquets.
SCHEDULES
SUMMER PROGRAM June 23 - August 17
GROUP | AGE | BALLS | Days | TIME |
Red Robins | 3-4 | Foam | Tue; Wed; Thu; Sat | 3:15 - 4:00 |
Red Raiders | 5-8 | Red | Mon; Wed; Fri; Sun | 3:30 - 4:30 |
Orange Crush | 9-10 | Orange | Tue; Thu; Sat | 3:30 - 4:30 |
Green Hornets | 11-12 | Green | Tue; Thu; Sat | 4:30 - 6:00 |
ATP | 12 & up | Yellow | Mon;Tue; Thu; Fri; Sun | 4:30 - 6:00 |
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Private lessons are an excellent opportunity for children (or adults) to refine or develop their playing ability. Available from the coach of your choice, with times depending upon their availability. Private lessons are available one-on-one, or in groups of up to four. Call the Tennis Pro shop to make appointments 570-595-3298.
LESSON TYPE |
1 hour Private |
30 minutes Private |
1 hour Semi-private |
1 hour Clinic, 3 players |
1 hour Clinic, 4 players |
INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Available for all ages and abilities.
For further information, contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 570-595-3298.
Unless the pro shop is notified 24 hours in advance, any lesson cancellations or no shows will be billed at the normal lesson rate, unless extenuating circumstances