We offer tennis programming for all levels and all ages from three through adult, in a fun and challenging environment.

Registration

Payment & registration for all programs is required in advance at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex. Registration takes place up until 5:00 pm the Friday before the session starts. All classes will be held at the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex, 384-1215.

What to Bring

All participants must bring a racquet. Only non-marking tennis shoes are allowed on the courts. Many black soled shoes will mark the courts. Please bring a water bottle. A hat and/or sunscreen is recommended for all summer programs.

Classes
Cardio Tennis
Leagues
Special Events
Contact

ADULT TENNIS CLASSES

Adult Tennis Clinic July 11 - Aug 1

Code: REC 1094

Class will be divided into levels of play from beginner to advanced. Clinic will cover stroke and strategy with drills and match play.

Timeline: Jul 11, 2012 - Aug 01, 2012 | Location: HTRC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Member Fee: 52 | Non-Member Fee: 60 | Days of the Week Wednesday

Deadline: Aug 01, 2012 | registration: HTRC Desk

Adult Tennis Clinic June 6 - 27

Code: REC 1093

Class will be divided into levels of play from beginner to advanced. Clinic will cover stroke and strategy with drills and match play.

Timeline: Jun 06, 2012 - Jun 27, 2012 | Location: HTRC| Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Member Fee: 52 | Non-Member Fee: 60 | Days of the Week Wednesday

Deadline: Jun 27, 2012 | registration: HTRC Desk

Cardio Tennis

Code: REC 1088

A fun, group fitness activity featuring drills and games to give players of all levels an ultimate, high energy workout. This is a "drop-in" format so participants may simply come the days they wish.

Timeline: Jun 06, 2012 - Aug 29, 2012 | Location: HTRC| Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Member Fee: 8 | Non-Member Fee: 10 | Days of the Week Wednesday

Deadline: Aug 29, 2012 | registration: HTRC Desk

Cardio Tennis

Code: REC 1089

A fun, group fitness activity featuring drills and games to give players of all levels an ultimate, high energy workout. This is a "drop-in" format so participants may simply come the days they wish.

Timeline: Jun 02, 2012 - Aug 25, 2012 | Location: HTRC| Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Member Fee: 8 | Non-Member Fee: 10 | Days of the Week Saturday

Deadline: Aug 25, 2012 | registration: HTRC Desk

CARDIO TENNIS

A fun group fitness activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate high-energy workout. If current or new players are looking for a great way to get in shape and burn calories, they must try cardio tennis!

You may drop in for each class separately

Mondays 10:30 — 11:30am (Sept. – May)
Wednesdays 6:30 — 7:30pm
Fridays 9:30 — 10:30am (Sept. – May)
Saturdays 8:30 — 9:30am except for home football game Saturdays

Join our email list for special schedules and cancellations.

$8.00 / day member • $10.00 / day non-member
Series sale: member $65.00 / 10 classes • non-member $75.00 / 10 classes

Adult Tennis Leagues

Call 335-9307 for information regarding starting dates and pricing. Substitutes are also needed.

Women’s 3.0 – 3.5 Doubles – Tuesdays – 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Women’s 3.5 Doubles – Mondays – 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Men’s 3.5 – 4.5 Singles - Sundays – 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Men’s 3.5 – 4.5 Doubles – Thursdays – 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Men’s & Women’s 2.5 – 3.0 Singles & Doubles – Wednesdays – 7:30 – 9:30 PM

Assistant Director - Tennis & Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex:
Michele Conlon, michele-conlon@uiowa.edu - (319) 335-9307

Pro Staff: Steve Nash : Assistant UI Men’s Tennis Coach. Former Tennis Coordinator, UI- Recreational Services. Played for Johnson County Community College in Kansas; Earned All Conference and All American Honors. Played for Drake University; All Conference in singles and doubles, the first person to earn that honor. Inducted into the Johnson County Community College Hall of Fame, 2006

Pro Staff: Mira Radu : Assistant UI Women’s Tennis Coach, 12 years of professional and collegiate tennis experience, Played for the University of Mississippi; All-American (2002, 2003), 2003 NCAA Woman of the Year for the State of Mississippi, Ranked as high as #245 WTA, and #7 in NCAA in singles, Coaching and teaching: volunteer assistant coach at the, University of Mississippi (2003 - 2006), Assistant Director Old, Miss Tennis Camps

College Student Staff: Michael Appel : Previous teaching experience includes, the HTRC and Westfield Tennis Club for all levels of play. Former West High standout player. Currently an Honor Student in Political Science at Iowa. Also serves as an Senator on the UI Student Government and is a former Resident Assistant

College Student Staff: Kelsey Wayne : Current player on UI Club Tennis Team. Played Varsity Tennis for Naperville High School in Illinois. Taught tennis for Naperville Park District. Front Desk Administrator at the Naperville Tennis Club. Played Jr. USTA tournaments in Illinois

College Student Staff: Chris Lueth : Played on Drake’s varsity tennis team. Earned a berth to the Iowa High School State Tournament, placing 4th in doubles (Ames High). Taught tennis at the Des Moines Golf and Country Club. Current UI Law Student

College Student Staff: Jeff McConkey : Played College Tennis for Bradley. Previous volunteer instructor at UI tennis camps. 4.5 USTA Adult League player. 2 Time State Illinois High School participant, earning 3rd place in doubles. Has Master’s Degree in Engineer, former Engineer for John Deere.

High School Student Staff: Nathanial Gier : #1 Player for City High Tennis Team. Competes in USTA junior tournaments throughout the state. Tennis Pro at the HTRC for one year

High School Student Staff: Lilli Oetting : Plays tennis for West High Tennis Team. Has played 4 years of USTA junior tournaments around the state. Tennis Pro at the HTRC for one year

High School Student Staff: Ashlin Riley : Currently ranked #10 in the USTA Missouri Valley Iowa for Girl’s 16’s. Top 6 player on the West High tennis team. Currently working as an Assistant Coach for Top Dog Club volleyball for girl’s 14’s

High School Student Staff: Lola White Baer : Plays tennis for West High Tennis Team. Has played 4 years of USTA junior tournaments around the state. Tennis Pro at the HTRC for one year

Pro Staff Tennis Coordinator: Michele Conlon : 20 years teaching and coaching experience. Iowa State University Women’s Tennis Coach, 1993-2008. Played for the University of Iowa; Former #1 player, All Big 10, Sportswoman of the Year, Tennis Player of the Decade. Inducted into the State of Iowa Tennis Hall of Fame. Inducted into the City High School (Iowa City) Hall of Fame. USPTA Pro 1 Certification, PTR Certification