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Tennis is a sport for life!

The Oak Lawn Park District is home to the Racquet, Fitness & Gymnastics Center, located at 10444 S. Central Ave. This facility has five tennis courts and offers tennis lessons, camps, and leagues for all levels of players.

Two pickleball courts available for drop-in play Monday-Friday 6:00 am-3:00 pm for just $5 per player, per day.

  Benefits of Tennis

9.7 More Years of Life 56% Lower
Cardiovascular Risk
20% Boost in Mental Health
Tennis players 9.7 years to
their life compared with
sedentary individuals
Playing tennis just 3 hours per
week can reduce cardiovascular health risk by 56%
Tennis players are 20% more
likely to report strong mental
health than other sport and
activity participants

 

This facility has five tennis courts and offers tennis lessons, camps, drop in play, and leagues for all levels of players. Our experienced instructors will help develop the necessary skills to enjoy the sport at any level and for a lifetime. Participants will progress to the next level when they have mastered the skills required for progression to the  next level, instructors will communicate when a participant is ready.

• Tennis membership is NOT required to take tennis lessons or drop in tennis drills!
• Participants should bring own racquet, active wear, and gym shoes.
• Participants typically stay in a level for a year. Speak to instructor if you have a question about class placement.
• 10 & under and Youth tennis classes will be evaluated using MySkillChart.
• If a participant is registered for the wrong level, Instructors will move to the participant to the appropriate level to safely learn.

Tennis Programs

Oak Lawn Park District Tennis class offerings include: Kids Tennis (6-10 years), Youth classes (11-12 years) . Teen Beginner-Advanced classes (13-18 years), Adult Beginner-Advanced Classes, Teen & Adult Tennis Drills.

REASONS FOR YOUR CHILD TO PLAY TENNIS!

Young tennis players are:
• Less likely to get into trouble at school
• Less likely to engage in risky behaviors like smoking or drinking
• Spend more time doing homework
• Have a higher self esteem and optimism
• More likely to attend college
• Lower rates of stress, anxiety, and depression

Tennis builds better balance, coordination, agility and speed for kids.

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10 & Under Tennis Level 1 Winter Session Jan- March

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#318201-21   Red Level Tuesday 5-6p Ages: 5 - 8.8 Availability: 14 / 14
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#318201-31   Red Level 1 Wednesday 4-5p Ages 5-8 Ages: 5 - 8.8 Availability: 14 / 14
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#318201-32   Red Level 1 Wednesday 5-6p Ages 5-8 Ages: 5 - 8.8 Availability: 12 / 14
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#318201-61   Red Level 1 Saturday 10-11a Ages: 5 - 8.8 Availability: 13 / 14
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10 & Under Tennis Level 2 Winter Session Jan- March

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#318202-31   Orange Level 2 Wednesday 5-6p Ages: 5 - 10.9 Availability: 10 / 14
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#318202-61   Orange Level 2 Saturday -9-10a Ages: 5 - 10.9 Availability: 13 / 14
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10 & Under Tennis Green Level 3 Winter Session Jan- March

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#318203-31   Green Level Wednesday 6-7p Ages: 5.9 - 10.9 Availability: 12 / 12
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Youth Beginner Level 1 Tennis Winter Session Jan- March

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#318301-31   Youth Beginner L1 Wednesday 4-5p 11-13 yrs Ages: 11 - 14 Availability: 18 / 18
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#318301-61   Youth Beginner L1 Saturday 11a-12p Ages: 11 - 14 Availability: 16 / 16
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Youth Intermediate Level 2 Tennis (Age:11-14) Winter Session Jan- March

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#318302-11   Youth Intermediate L2 Monday 4-6p 11-13 yrs Ages: 11 - 14 Availability: 14 / 14
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Teen Intermediate Tennis Level 2 (Age: 13-17) Winter Session Jan- March

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#318402-60   Teen Intermediate L2 Monday 4-6p Ages: 13 - 17.9 Availability: 10 / 10
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#318402-61   Teen Intermediate L2 Saturday 10a Ages: 13 - 17.9 Availability: 16 / 16
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Teen Advanced Tennis Level 3 (Age 13-17) Winter Session Jan- March

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#318403-11   Youth & Teen Advanced L3 Monday 4-6p Ages: 12 - 17.9 Availability: 12 / 12
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#318403-12   Youth & Teen Advanced L3 Friday 4-6p Ages: 12 - 17.9 Availability: 8 / 8
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Beginner Tennis for SENIORS (Age: 55 & up) FALL SESSION

TEN Beginner Tennis for Seniors (Age: 55 up)

#218000-41   Beginner Tennis for SENIORS (Age: 55 & up) Thursday 8-9a (6 weeks) Ages: 54.5 - 120 Availability: 6 / 8
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Women's ONLY Beginner Tennis Fall Session Oct-Dec

RBTABS WOMEN ONLY

#218600-51   Women ONLY Beginner Tennis Friday 7-8p 6 weeks Ages: 18 - 99 Cost: $68 6 week class Early Bird / $78 6 week class Non Early Bird Availability: 9 / 20
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Beginner Tennis for SENIORS (Age: 55 & up) WINTER SESSION

TEN Beginner Tennis for Seniors (Age: 55 up)

#318000-40   Beginner Tennis for SENIORS (Age: 55 & up) Thursday 8-9a (6 weeks) Availability: 8 / 8
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#318000-41   Beginner Tennis for SENIORS (Age: 55 & up) Thursday 8-9a (6 weeks) Availability: 8 / 8
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Adult POP UP Tennis Drills November-February

#318001-00   New Years Drill 9a-11a Advanced Beginner Availability: 20 / 20
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#318001-01   New Years Drill 11a-1p Adult Intermediate- Advanced Availability: 20 / 20
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#318001-02   New Years Drill 9a-11a Adult Intermediate- Advanced Availability: 20 / 20
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Women's Only Beginner Tennis Winter Session Jan- March

#318600-50   Women ONLY Beginner Tennis Friday 7-8p 6 weeks Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 18 / 18
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#318600-51   Women ONLY Beginner Tennis Friday 7-8p 6 weeks Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 18 / 18
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Adult Beginner Tennis (Age:18+) Winter Session Jan- March

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#318601-10   Adult Beginner Tennis Monday 6-7p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 8 / 8
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#318601-11   Adult Beginner Tennis Monday 7-8p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 8 / 8
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#318601-12   Adult Beginner Tennis Monday 8-9p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 8 / 8
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#318601-61   Adult Beginner Tennis Saturday 9-10a Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 14 / 14
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#318601-62   Adult Beginner Tennis Saturday 8-9a Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 12 / 14
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Adult Advanced Beginner Tennis (Age:18+) Winter Session Jan- March

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#318602-43   Adult Advanced Beginner Tennis Thursday 8-9p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 15 / 16
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#318602-63   Adult Advanced Beginner Tennis Saturday 8-9a Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 16 / 16
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#318602-64   Adult Advanced Beginner Tennis Saturday9-10a Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 16 / 16
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Adult Intermediate Tennis (Age:18+)

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#318603-21   Adult Intermediate Tennis Tuesday 6-8p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 14 / 14
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#318603-41   Adult Intermediate Tennis Thursday 6-8p Ages: 18 - 99 Availability: 13 / 14
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Tennis Memberships

The Oak Lawn Racquet Center is open year-round for indoor play on our five air conditioned tennis courts, with LED Lighting. Members have access to the locker rooms, steam room, sauna, and shower facilities. Membership grants players the opportunity to play on adult travel tennis leagues with USTA, Illiana, and Jack Barry Leagues (JBL). Annual Tennis Memberships run September 1st-August 31st.

Fee: $300 (if purchased on or after September 1)

  • Tennis Memberships purchased on or before August 31 will receive the Early Bird discount and pay only $275
Membership Benefits:
  • Members receive a $10 discount on Private Lessons, Adult Tennis Drills, & Special Events.
  • Book court time seven-days in advance.
  • Reservations online, in person or over the phone.
  • Tennis Member Court Rates
    • Tennis Member Prime Time- Weekdays 4:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. and Weekends ($25/hour)
    • Tennis Member Non-Prime Time- Weekdays  6:00 A.M. -3:59 P.M. ($30/hour)
    • Non-Member Tennis Court  Rate $50, only book on the day of play.
    • Guest fee $10/visit for non-members
  • Permanent Court Time available for members only.
  • Access to Fitness Center Included

Permanent Court Time allows current members to book and pay for their court fees in advance to secure the same court time each week without having to schedule their court time individually. Permanent Court Time is available for tennis, wallyball, and racquetball/handball members and courts.

SilverSneakers, Prime, Silver & Fit, and ReNew Active Memberships:

  • To qualify for any of the three memberships, first check with your Health Insurance Provider to see if you are eligible. Qualified members will have their membership fees at the Racquet Center covered. All court fees will still require payment before playing. Qualified SilverSneakers, Prime, Silver & Fit, or ReNew Active members will need to provide their ID number prior to registration at the Racquet Center.

Youth on Court (Drop In ONLY): When enrolled in a current tennis class, participants under 18 can enjoy court time and can invite up to 3 other friends/family ($5 per person) to practice their new & improving skill set during designated drop-in times. 2-hour max limit.

Private Tennis Lessons: Private Tennis lessons consist of 1 hour of tennis instruction catered to your needs and skill level. Lessons are available for all ages one on one or as a small group. Please contact Erin Nolan or see one of the OLPD tennis staff to schedule a lesson or for a referral of another Tennis staff member. When you arrive for your scheduled lesson you must stop by the front desk on the day of the lesson to make payment for lesson. (PDNA)

Adult Tennis League Play: Whether you’re looking to stay competitive, meet other tennis players, or represent your club on the court, Adult Tennis League Play is a great way to keep playing all season long!

READY TO JOIN THE TEAM? For more information or to find out how to participate: Contact Erin enolan@olparks.com or (708) 857-2215

  • For players rated 3.5 and above
  • Leagues Offered: Jack Barry League & Illiana League/Men’s & Women’s Divisions
  • Compete against local clubs
  • Season: Mid-September through Early May
  • Current Oak Lawn Tennis Membership is required join a team

Tennis Court Rental

Tennis Courts Member Rates: Courts are booked on the hour.  Member must pay an annual membership fee in addition to court time.

  • Tennis Member Non-Prime: $25/court hour 6:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday- Friday
  • Tennis Member Prime: $30/court hour Sunday & Saturday all day Monday- Friday 4:00-close
  • Tennis Guest Fee:  $10 at all times

Non-Member Tennis Court Rates: $50/court hour

Who to Contact:

Dan Linde, CPRP

Dan Linde, CPRP

Memberships, Permanent Court Time for Tennis & Racquet Sports

Email: dlinde@olparks.com
Phone: (708) 857-2215

Erin Stapleton

Erin Nolan

Tennis lessons, Drills, Leagues, Baseball/Softball Cage & Court Rentals, Camps

Email: enolan@olparks.com
Phone: (708) 857-2215

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