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Tennis
About OPRC Tennis
Whether you are in Ocean Pines for the day or for the season, you are invited to join us here for the best tennis on the Eastern shore! We offer a full array of tennis and social activities, including organized recreational and competitive play, private lessons, group clinics, junior camps, league play, and USTA tournaments.
The Ocean Pines Racquet Center is a very friendly, professionally managed, and socially active tennis facility open to the public – where new members are always welcome!
A full array of tennis and social activities is provided from dawn to dusk by the tennis staff and the membership. Whether it's a friendly competition, drop-in tennis, or playing in the evening followed by a group meal — it's here for you. For those who desire more competitive play, the club participates in USTA® and Interclub Competitions and offers several club tournaments and league play.
Our facility features 10 outdoor tennis courts, including eight soft courts and two lighted hard courts available for year-round play.
Join us!
Contact the Pro Shop for more information or to inquire about our current programs, fees, and available court times. Tennis on the Eastern Shore doesn't get any better than this! You are welcome to stop by for a tour of the facility to see if the Ocean Pines Racquet Center suits your tennis needs.
We are located at 11443 Manklin Creek Road in beautiful Ocean Pines, Maryland. Contact us at 410-641-7228 or by email at [email protected].
Social Events
Many of our annual events are hosted by the Ocean Pines Tennis Club (OPTC), the social core of our tennis activities in Ocean Pines, offering fun tournaments, dinners block parties, picnics, and more. Individuals who purchase an annual membership are invited to join the OPTC in celebrating our history and traditions through these exciting events.
To join the OPTC, contact Dale Ash, OPTC President, at [email protected].
Pro Shop
Pro Shop Open
Daily (effective Feb. 20, 2023)
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.*
*Please note that posted hours are subject to staff availability.
Racquet Center visitors are asked to place drop-in fees in the Pro Shop drop box when a Pro Shop attendant is not on duty.
Racquet Sports Members & Guests: Please sign in at the Pro Shop prior to heading to the courts. By signing in, you help us keep track of court usage/availability, maintain accurate statistics and validate memberships. Thank you!
Racquet Sports Members Only: Ocean Pines Racquet Sports members are asked to sign at the Pro Shop using their member/resident ID card. Members who don't have a card can have one made at the Ocean Pines Administration Building
410-641-7228
The Ocean Pines Racquet Center features a full-service Pro Shop, open seasonally. The Pro Shop offers:
- Racquet restringing
- Racquet regripping
- Tennis, pickleball and platform tennis balls for sale
- Membership information
- Vending machines
Fees
Daily Fees
$10 Ocean Pines Residents, $15 Non-Residents
Sign up in person at the Pro Shop or by calling 410-641-7228.
- Drop-in for combined skill levels: Monday through Friday, 6:30-9 a.m. Just show up and play. All are welcome!
- Flight: Monday and Friday at 9 a.m. Challenge your ability with three different doubles partners! Sign-up required. To sign up, contact Dale Ash at [email protected] or 410-641-8710
Amenity Memberships
| Membership Rates | Individual | Family |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly | $265 | $420 |
| Afternoon Only | $110 | $175 |
| Junior | $55 | N/A |
| Associate Rates | Individual | Family |
|---|---|---|
| Yearly | $405 | $645 |
| Afternoon Only | $140 | $225 |
| Junior | $80 | N/A |
Instruction
Private Tennis Lessons
Private tennis lessons are the most effective way to learn new strokes and shots that work for your personal style of play or to improve a stroke or shot you're currently using. Lessons are held at the Ocean Pines Racquet Center.Instructors: Terry Underkoffler, Head PTR Tennis Professional and Bill Gilroy, PTR Tennis Professional
Fee: $40 /one-hour training session
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule or for more information.
Adult Beginner Tennis Class
Learn basic strokes, court movement and footwork. Class time will focus on consistency in strokes, scoring, tennis etiquette and basic strategy in playing singles and doubles. Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Tennis Professional
Fee: $120 per four-day session
Dates:
- May 22-25
- June 12-15
- June 26-29
- July 10-13
- July 24-27
- August 7-10
- August 21-24
Net Generation Junior Tennis Academy
Net Generation is a celebration of a game where no one sits on the sidelines. Tennis is easy to learn and tailored for all ages and abilities, giving kids a game that will help them build friendships and learn skills they’ll use for life.
Level I (ages 5-10): Designed to each children the FUNdamentals of tennis while remembering that having a good time is the most important part of the game. Basic stroke techniques will be covered in the lessons with fun games.
Level II (ages 11-17): Our advanced junior tennis training consists of approximately 30% instruction and 70% repetition. Repetition of strokes and playing patterns is necessary to make them subconscious and automatic.
Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Professional
Fee: $10 OP Residents; $15 Non-Residents
When:
Level I: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 5-Aug. 10, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Level II: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 5-Aug. 10, 10:05 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule, or for more information.
Stroke of the Day
There are many aspects to improving as a tennis player. One of those is having fluid mechanics and great technique. Video analysis may be used to clearly identify areas that can be improved in your game and learn how to correct them.Fee: Tennis Member, Free; OP Resident $10; Non-Resident $15
Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Professional
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-8:50 a.m.
Dates: May 23-September 28
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule, or for more information.
High Performance Tennis Training
For experienced junior and adult tennis players who want to take their game to the next level! The class is committed to ensuring that each player improves technically and tactically, reaching their overall maximum potential. Included in the program are high-repetition, physical training sessions that take place on court.Fee: Tennis Member, Free; OP Resident $10; Non-Resident $15
Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Professional
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7:30-8 a.m.
Dates: Starting May 23
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule, or for more information.
Adult Racquet Skill Development
Learn basic strokes, court movement and footwork. Class time will focus on consistency in strokes and tennis basic strategy and will use Paddle Pop 60 game format to cross-train tennis skills.Fee: Tennis Member, Free; OP Resident $10; Non-Resident $15
Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Professional
When: Tuesdays, 11:05-11:50 a.m.
Dates: May 23-August 8
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule, or for more information.
Tennis Doubles Tactics
Focus on stroke combinations, court movements and strategy in doubles tennis.Fee: Tennis Member, Free; OP Resident $10; Non-Resident $15
Instructor: Terry Underkoffler, PTR Professional
When: Thursdays, 11:05-11:50 a.m.
Dates: May 25-August 10
Email [email protected] or call 215-808-6457 to schedule, or for more information.
