Chautauqua Tennis Center
Hours of Operation:
9 a.m.–1 p.m. weekdays or by reservation
Tennis has a long and rich tradition at Chautauqua. Originally introduced by co-founder Bishop John Vincent in 1878, the first lawn tennis court was set up along Chautauqua’s lakefront.
The Chautauqua Tennis Center, is located directly behind the Turner Community Center on Route 394 and boasts eight state-of-the-art, fast-dry courts. Using the patented “Hydro-Grid” system, the clay-like playing surface is kept uniformly moist by a sub-surface irrigation system. The result is a court that is consistent, gives a true bounce, is gentle on the feet and legs of players, and also drains exceptionally well, allowing for a quick return to play even after heavy rain. Two of the courts are illuminated for night play.
Registration information: 716.357.6276
Contact Information
Tennis Center
James Getty
Tennis Center Director
716.357.6276
tennis@chq.org
Recreation
Meg Pickard
Director of Recreation Services,
Fitness Center Manager
716.357.6351
mpickard@chq.org
Pickleball
Please complete the below form if you are interested in being contacted about playing pickleball at Chautauqua this summer.
Membership
Member benefits include no daily court fees, reduced rates for lessons and tournaments, complimentary use of ball machine and discounts on selected merchandise. Full playing season is from late May to late September.
Non-Member Daily Court Fee: $28/hour
| Season | |
| Individual | $435 |
| Couple | $680 |
| Junior (17 & under) | $240 |
| Weekly | |
| Individual | $65 |
| Couple | $95 |
| Junior (17 & under) | $40 |
| Season Weekend (Fri. 5 p.m. to Sun. 10 p.m.) | |
| Individual | $170 |
| Couple | $240 |
| Junior (17 & under) | $95 |
| Weekend | |
| Individual | $35 |
| Couple | $50 |
| Junior | $25 |
Youth ages 17 and under are eligible for junior membership.
Pro Shop
The tennis center’s Pro Shop will be staffed 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m., weather permitting and pending any changes necessitated as we continue to navigate the evolving regulations and interpretations of guidance coming from Chautauqua County officials and New York State. Racquet-stringing may be arranged, and balls, grips, water and Gatorade are available for sale. We are a distributor of HEAD tennis products.
Instruction
Private lessons may be arranged by contacting the pro shop. Small group clinics and other forms of semi-private instruction may also be arranged. Contact the Pro Shop for fees, schedule details and questions.