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FAQs

ANN ARBOR REC & ED TENNIS

What are tennis court shoes? 

Tennis shoes are shoes designed to support the foot while playing tennis and prevent injury. 

What is the difference between tennis shoes and running shoes article.

What is meant by non-marking soled shoes? 

UM Varsity Tennis Center requires participants to wear non-marking soled shoes on their indoor and outdoor courts. Shoes that don't leave a scuff mark and are specifically marked as such on the shoe or on the box. 

Do I need a racquet? 

Ann Arbor Rec & Ed instructors often have an extra racquet for our Youth and Beginner Adult programs. Loaner racquets are available for adults at the Rec & Ed front desk. Youth racquets 21", 23" and 25" are available for purchase at the Rec & Ed front desk.

Are Scholarships available?

Yes, please review Rec Ed's Scholarships for more information. Depending on classes, there may be copays of $5 to $75.

Where are Rec & Ed tennis classes held? 

OUTDOORS (April-October) Ann Arbor Rec & Ed tennis classes are held on Ann Arbor Public School high school and middle school tennis courts.

INDOORS (November-April) Rec & Ed Tennis classes are held indoors at UM Varsity Tennis Center, AAPS gyms, and The Chippewa Club. 

Classes are held all year.  

Tennis Contact & Location Information


Laura Gibson
Tennis Program Director
Youth & Adult Instructor
Tel. (734) 994-2300 x 53243
 
Fode Camara
Head Pro, Adult Tennis
PTR Certified Professional
 
Seth Dodson
Team Sports Manager
USTA League Manager
Dodsons@aaps.k12.mi.us

 

Adult Tennis Program Contact

e-mail: adulttennis@aaps.k12.mi.us
Tel. (734) 994-2300 x 53243
 

Youth Tennis Program Contact

e-mail: youthtennis@aaps.k12.mi.us
Tel. (734) 994-2300 x 53243
 

 

Tennis Calendar

 
Locations
 
Ann Arbor Open, 920 Miller Ave
 
Chippewa Club, 2525 Golfside Rd, Yspilanti
 
Clague Middle School, 2616 Nixon Rd
 
Forsythe Middle School, 1655 Newport Rd
 
Huron High School, 2727 Fuller Rd
 
Northside STEAM, 912 Barton Dr

Pioneer High School, 601 W. Stadium Blvd

Scarlett Middle School, 3300 Lorraine 
 
Skyline High School, 2552 N. Maple Rd
 
Tappan Middle School, 2251 E. Stadium Blvd
 
UM Palmer Field, 401 Washtenaw Ave
 
UM Varsity Tennis Center, 2250 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI
 

NTRP Ratings

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