Tennis

tennis lessons

Instruction for all ages
Spend this season on the courts learning how to play tennis or improve your existing game in these fun filled group lessons. You will receive instructions from our talented professional staff on fundamentals, stroke production, strategy and match play. Please use the youth tennis level guide or adult NTRP rating levels when enrolling in classes.

For any information regarding the Skokie Park District tennis program, Youth Tennis Level Guide, or NTRP Rating Guide, please contact Mir Rahim at mrahim@skokieparks.org.

Please note that while classes may display below as available, registration does not open until the following dates:
•  Winter: December 15 for residents, December 22 for non-residents
•  Spring: March 15 for residents, March 22 for non-residents
•  Summer: May 15 for residents, May 22 for non-residents
•  Fall: August 15 for residents, August 22 for non-residents

Youth Tennis Skill Levels

QuickStart 1–5 Little or no tennis experience. Not ready for rallies. Instruction is given on a 36', 60' or regular tennis court using transitional tennis balls with the USTA format.
Junior Development 1 & 2 Advanced beginner through intermediate. Can sustain medium-length rallies (5 shots). Able to serve (introduce to continental grip) and play a game on a 36' or 60' tennis court with transitional balls and USTA format.
Junior Development 3 & 4 Intermediate through advanced. Can sustain long rallies, uses a continental grip on serves and net play, understands the court positioning and USTA rules for singles and doubles play. Play on full court with transitional balls (green dot) or regular balls.


Adult NTPR Rating Levels

1.0 Beginners
1.5 Limited experience — working on getting the ball in play.
2.0 Strokes need developing. Familiar with the basic positions for singles and doubles play.
2.5 Learning ball placement. Can sustain a short rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability.
3.0 Can place shots with moderate success.
3.5 Achieved stroke dependability and direction on shots within reach, including volleys, and seldom double faults.
4.0 Dependable strokes, uses a variety of shots including lobs, overheads, approach shots, and volleys. First serve can force some errors.
4.5 Begun to master the use of power and spins, can hit serves with power and accuracy and is able to rush the net with success. 

 

STA

The Skokie Tennis Association invites adult tennis players 18 and over to join this social mixed-doubles league on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (match play) and select Saturday afternoons (tournaments and social mixers) at the Skokie Tennis Center, 8330 Niles Center Road.

Play begins in May and continues through September and is open to adults with a USTA 3.0 rating or equivalent. The fee is $40 per player for Skokie residents and $50 per player for non-residents. Players can register with a permanent partner for the season.  After registering, players will select dates and times for play based on their availability. Players can also register as an 'on call' sub to fill in during matches. Subs may also play in the league's tournaments and social mixers.

For more information, contact Howard Tennes at skokietennisassoc@gmail.com or at (847) 624-6459.

The Skokie Tennis Association, named the 2023 Midwest USTA Member Organization of the Year, is a non-profit organization and an affiliate of the Skokie Park District.

Youth Group Tennis Lessons (Central Park)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration.
QuickStart 1 (Age 4)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
4 - 4
LOCATION
Central Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 1 (Age 7-8)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/6-5/18
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
7 - 8
LOCATION
Central Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 1 (Age 9-10)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
2:00 pm- 3:00 pm
AGES
9 - 10
LOCATION
Central Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Youth Group Tennis Lessons (Skokie Park Tennis Center)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration.
QuickStart 1 (Age 4)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
4 - 4
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 2 (Age 5-6)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
5 - 6
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 2 (Age 5-6)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
5:30 pm- 6:30 pm
AGES
5 - 6
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 2 (Age 5-6)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/7-5/19
4:30 pm- 5:30 pm
AGES
5 - 6
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 3 (Age 7-8)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/9-5/21
4:30 pm- 5:30 pm
AGES
7 - 8
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 4 (Age 9-10)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
9 - 10
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 4 (Age 9-10)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
5:30 pm- 6:30 pm
AGES
9 - 10
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
QuickStart 5 (Age 11-15)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/9-5/21
4:30 pm- 5:30 pm
AGES
11 - 15
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$126.00 / $158.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 1 (Ages 6-7)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
6 - 7
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$252.00 / $315.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 2 (Ages 8-10)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
8 - 10
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$252.00 / $315.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 3 (Ages 11-13)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/8-5/20
4:30 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
11 - 13
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 3 (Ages 11-13)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
11 - 13
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$252.00 / $315.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 4 (Ages 14-17)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
14 - 17
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$252.00 / $315.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Adult Group Tennis Lessons (Central Park)

Train and work on your tennis skills in a structured environment with players of similar ability. Please use the NTRP Rating Guide when enrolling.
NTRP Rating 1.0-1.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
11:30 am- 1:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Central Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.0-2.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Central Park
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Adult Group Tennis Lessons (Skokie Park Tennis Center)

Train and work on your tennis skills in a structured environment with players of similar ability. Please use the NTRP Rating Guide when enrolling.
NTRP Rating 1.0-1.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/11-5/23
6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 1.0-1.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/9-5/21
6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 1.5-2.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/7-5/19
6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 1.5-2.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.0-2.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/6-5/18
8:00 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.0-2.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/8-5/20
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.5-3.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/7-5/19
8:00 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.5-3.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/8-5/20
6:00 pm- 7:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 2.5-3.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
2:30 pm- 4:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 3.5-4.0
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/9-5/21
8:00 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$189.00 / $236.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
NTRP Rating 4.0-4.5
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
4/12-5/24
4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$252.00 / $315.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Cardio Tennis Hustle

Join the Cardio Tennis Hustle craze! Skokie Park District Tennis Director Mir Rahim invented this nationwide tennis program. Our instructor will give you a great cardio-vascular workout using music, aerobic tennis drills, and fitness related warm-up and cool down exercises. A great way to burn calories! All level players are welcome.
Cardio Tennis Hustle
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
5/3-6/14
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$112.00 / $140.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Tennis Mixed Doubles (Instructional) League

During league play, you’ll compete in a round-robin format while also learning advanced doubles strategy, tactics, and stroke production from our nationally certified professionals. For more information, please contact coach Mir Rahim at (847) 929-7154 or at MRahim@SkokieParks.org (8-Week League)
Tennis Mixed Doubles (Instructional) League
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
5/2-6/20
9:00 am-11:00 am
AGES
18 - 99
LOCATION
Skokie Park Tennis Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$224.00 / $280.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Youth Tennis: QuickStart (Saturdays)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration.
QuickStart 1-3 (4-8 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/21-3/21
4:15 pm- 5:15 pm
AGES
4 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$90.00 / $113.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Register
QuickStart 4-5 (9-15 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/21-3/21
5:15 pm- 6:15 pm
AGES
9 - 15
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$90.00 / $113.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Youth Tennis: QuickStart (Sundays)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration.
QuickStart 1-3 (4-8 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/22-3/29
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
4 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$108.00 / $135.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Register
QuickStart 4-5 (9-15 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/22-3/29
10:00 am-11:00 am
AGES
8 - 15
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$108.00 / $135.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Register

Youth Tennis: Junior Development (Saturdays)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration. Junior Development 1-2: Advanced beginner through intermediate. Can sustain medium length rallies (5 shots). Able to serve (introduce to continental grip) and play a game on a 36’ or 60’ tennis court with transitional balls and USTA format
Junior Development 1-2 (6-8 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/21-3/21
4:15 pm- 5:15 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$90.00 / $113.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 3-4 (9-15 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/21-3/21
5:15 pm- 6:15 pm
AGES
9 - 15
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$90.00 / $113.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Register

Youth Tennis: Junior Development (Sundays)

Kids will learn the necessary skills to enjoy tennis for a lifetime through fun-filled instructional activities, fitness and sportsmanship. Please read the youth skill guide before registration. Junior Development 1-2: Advanced beginner through intermediate. Can sustain medium length rallies (5 shots). Able to serve (introduce to continental grip) and play a game on a 36’ or 60’ tennis court with transitional balls and USTA format
Junior Development 1-2 (6-8 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/22-3/29
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$108.00 / $135.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Junior Development 3-4 (9-15 Years Old)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/22-3/29
10:00 am-11:00 am
AGES
9 - 15
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$108.00 / $135.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Register


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