Adult Level
Classes
| Info | Winter 2011 | |
| Women's Singles Drill |  |
 |
Adult Tennis Leagues
Ready to join an adult league? Contact at (269) 387-0410 for information on current and upcoming league offerings.
Drop-In Tennis
Cardio Tennis
Bored with the same fitness routine? Energize it with the newest fitness game in town. Cardio Tennis is a new, fun group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high energy workout. Taught by a tennis professional, Cardio Tennis includes a warm-up, cardio workout and cool down phases. If you are looking for a great new way to get in shape and burn calories, you must try Cardio Tennis! Each class has limited space, so be sure to save your spot by signing up today at the service desk!
Pickleball
“Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast paced, competitive game for experienced players.” Reported by the USA Pickleball Association.
Local Pickleball information and locations.
Men's Retiree Tennis
Not just for retirees, this class features fun, competitive, and organized tennis for men level 3.0 and above. Available spots fill quickly, so sign up before 11 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Co-ed Retiree Tennis
Fun organized match play for men and women levels 2.5 and above. Sign up in advance at the service desk for Co-Ed tennis on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Tom’s 2.5/3.0 Match Play
A fun instructional match play for ladies that introduces basic match play strategies for 2/5 to 3.0 players. Sundays, 1–3 p.m. Call the service desk at (269) 387-0410 to sign up.
Annie’s Mixed Doubles
A fun organized match play for 3.0/3.5 players once a month on Friday night and 4.0/4.5 on Sundays 10 a.m.–noon once a month. Sign up in advance at the service desk or by calling Anne Kemerling at (269) 387-0424 ext. 1.
Organized Practice
Singles and doubles based playing drills/ games/ lots of hitting/ lots of fun. A great way to practice your tennis skills!
| Saturdays: | 8:30–10 a.m. |
| Tuesdays: | 6–7:30 p.m. (Beginning 12/6/11) |
| Drop-in: | $21 members/$28 guests |
| Level: | 3.0+ and Up |
Lunchtime Extreme Cardio
5 min. warm-up, 50 min. of game based drills, 5 min. cool down. An excellent workout for tennis players wanting to improve their cardio health while playing tennis. Cool down and stretch included.
| Tuesdays & Thursdays | Noon–1 p.m. |
| Drop-in: | $14 members/$21 guests |
| Level: | 3.5+ |
Total Tactical Tennis
West Hills is now offering the Total Tactical Tennis System. This system (for all levels of play) simplifies the game of tennis and shortens the learning curve to becoming a better “game smart” player. Total Tactical Tennis uses a framework and common language that merges stroke mechanics with tactical purpose that will allow you to correct your play and greatly improve your probability of success on every shot!
| DROP IN SCHEDULE • Starting Jan. 23. Must sign up 24 hours in advance. | |
| Monday: | 9–10:30 a.m. |
| Tuesday: | 10:30 a.m.–noon and 7–8 p.m. |
| Wednesday: | 10:30 a.m.–noon |
| Friday: | 9–10:30 a.m. |
| Cost: | Members $21/Guests $28 |
| FOUR WEEK SESSION • Jan. 23–Feb. 19. | |
| Monday: | 7–8:30 p.m. |
| Thursday: | 7–8:30 p.m. |
| Saturday: | 10:30 a.m.–noon |
| Sunday: | 9–10:30 a.m. |
| Cost: | Members $21/Guests $28 |
USTA Travel Team
West Hills travel teams participate at NTRP levels ranging from 2.5 to 4.5. Weekly team practices are held to develop strokes, court positioning and shot selection. Travel team matches consist of regular competition throughout Western Michigan and provide the opportunity to enjoy tennis as a team sport! Contact Tim Montague to be part of a team.
Visit the USTA Travel Team Web site to...
- join or renew your USTA membership
- register for a team
- view schedules
- check standings
- see players records
- record a score and more!
