Club News May 2023

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Summer Series Adult Team Tennis      

    Are you looking for some Team Tennis action this summer? Then you will want to sign up for our Summer Series Team Tennis! This league is available exclusively to club members and is for Intermediate to Advanced players. The series is limited to 4 teams with 4 team captains. Captains for the event are Cody Kacerek, Patrick Szymczak, Katie Beers and Alfredo Cobon. Matches will be held every other week for 2 months. Cost per player is $40 if you register before May 13th, and $60 if you register after May 14th. Your entry also includes a cookout and players party on the first round on May 27th at 6pm. The remaining schedule will include Saturday, June 10th at 6pm, Saturday, June 24th @ 6pm, with the final match being held on Saturday, July 8th at 6pm. Be sure to check out the sign up in the proshop. Questions should be directed to cody@goldkeyracquetclub.com

 

SWITA Dingles Championship

    We are holding a fun and challenging event for players on May 20th through 21st at 11am, The SWITA Dingles Championship. So what is Dingles? Players will start on the baseline where they will start with a simultaneous “singles” point by feeding a ball to the opposite cross court. Two balls are now in play. Keep the rally going until one player misses at which point they yell out “Dingles!” Then, the remaining ball that is still in play turns into a doubles point with all four players participating until the point is over. The Draw limited to 16 teams for each division which include Open Division, Intermediate & Advanced 18 and over, and 14 and Under. The format is 2 out of 3 sets of 15 points, until it gets to the finals which will be 3 out of 5 sets of 15 points. You should sign up with a partner, but if you would like to play and don’t have one, we can help you find one. Entry fee for the Open is $60 per team, Intermediate/Advanced 18+ is $50 per team, and 14 & under is $40 per team. Entry includes prizes and Lunch! Sign up in the proshop. Any questions, please direct to luis@goldkeyracquetclub.com.  

 

Sunrise/Moonlight Yoga in May

      We are hosting multiple yoga classes throughout this month! For our night owls, we will have moonlight yoga from 8-9pm on the first Friday (5/5) and the third Friday (5/19) of the month. For our early birds, we will have sunrise yoga every Saturday morning (5/6, 5/13, 5/20, & 5/27) from 7-8am. Come nourish your body by tapping into the energies of the moon and sun! Whether you are looking to try yoga for the first time or you are a seasoned yogi, all levels of experience are welcome. As we are getting into the hotter weather, it is recommended to bring a towel to place on top of your mat and to bring lots of water. Throughout the practice there will be multiple breaks during which cold towels will be dispersed. The price is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Please sign-up in advance on the sign-up sheet in the pro shop and direct any questions to Katie Beers at katieviennabeers@gmail.com         

 

Junior Tennis Academy Update

     The final session of the spring junior tennis program started week of April 24th. Each session runs for 4 weeks, but late starts are always welcomed.  Please remember that missed classes do not carry forward, but can be made up on alternate days in similar classes. For more information and options, please check with your specific instructor. If you have any questions on the program or where your junior fits in, please contact Director Luis Ridaura at luis@goldkeyracquetclub.com.  

 

Plan Now for Summer Camp

    The summer camp programs for both recreational and Elite Academy are posted and available online at www.goldkeyracquetclub.com and at the front desk. First session of Elite Academy and the Recreational Camp begins June 5th and runs for 8 weeks, Spots are limited so sign up today and simply pay a $100 deposit to secure your spot!

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Junior Intensives

     There will be a Junior Program Intensive Workshop on Saturday, May 13th from 10am to 1pm. This is an invitational event only and will cost $70 per player. The workshop will have 1 hour of tactical and mental training, 2 hours of on court training including fitness, technique and match play situations. Players need to bring a notebook to take notes and lunch will be included. Any questions, please contact Director Luis Ridaura at luis@goldkeyracquetclub.com.  

 

Meet Pro Patrick

       If you haven’t meet him yet, you soon will! We have an amazing new addition to our teaching staff, and his name is Patrick Szymczak. Patrick is from Heidelberg, Germany and is currently the assistant coach at GCU! He is a great addition to the team so please be sure to introduce yourself. Patrick is also available for private lessons upon request! 

 

The Pool is Open 

   The club pool officially opened May 1st. The water is still a little cold, but with this recent warm weather, things should be warming up soon. A limited number of pool only memberships are available. Please check with the front desk for more information and rates.  

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Try SwingVision!         

 SwingVision is Artificial Intelligence for your tennis that provides real-time shot tracking, video analysis and line challenges using just your smartphone. Special mounts are on every court at the the club to use this new technology. To utilize the service, you will need a smartphone and a subscription to SwingVision. Best of all, you get 2 free hours a month! Learn more about the system www.swing.tennis. 

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Find a Tennis Match Service            

   Are you looking for more tennis but need someone to hit with? Then check out the Gold Key Tennis Match Finder! Whether you are looking for Singles, Doubles or Mixed Doubles, this new online program can help you find new players to hit with. To get started, register or seek out a match by clicking here. If you have registered and not been contacted for a match, have no fear, all you need to do is use the search function to seek out your own match! Don't be shy, give it a try! 

 

Got Ideas?

    If you have any ideas for instruction, activities or special events for the club, we would love to hear about them. Please email your ideas to  don@goldkeyracquetclub.com .