Tennis, Adult (Summer)
USTA Tennis in Your Park (Beginner Adults)
Sponsored by USTA Northern, these fun classes emphasize the basic strokes of tennis. Scoring, basic singles and doubles play, basic strategy and etiquette will be covered. Lots of fun games and drills are taught by a USTA safe play certified tennis instructor. Everyone that registers will receive a free adult tennis racquet!
During the session, Thursday court time will be reserved for drop-in match play for participants. A schedule will be distributed the first night of lessons.
Fees and Location
- $60
- Minimum of 5 participants needed for class to be held.
- Horizon Park Tennis Complex, 4800 Durango Dr.
| Dates | Day | Time | Code |
| June 4-25 | T | 5:30-7pm | 26999 |
| June 6-27 | Th | 10:30am-12pm | 26998 |
| July 9-30 | T | 5:30-7pm | 27241 |
| July 11-Aug. 1 | Th | 10:30am-12pm | 27242 |
Intermediate Adults
This class is for players with some tennis experience or advanced beginners. This fun class reinforces grips, preparation and swing path for forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, serves and return of serves. It introduces spin and placement and emphasizes situational tennis, singles and doubles positioning, and strategy. Lots of fun games and drills are taught by a CRFC certified USPTA tennis professional.
Fees and Location
- $60 one day a week, 1.5 hour each session
- $120 two days a week, 1.5 hour each session
- Minimum of 5 participants needed for class to be held.
- Mornings: Sertoma Park Tennis Complex, 300 Riverside Park Rd.
- Evenings: Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
| Dates | Day | Time | Code |
| June 3-26 | M & W | 9-10:30am | 26995 |
| June 3-24 | M | 5:30-7pm | 26996 |
| July 8-31 | M & W | 9-10:30am | 26993 |
| July 8-29 | M | 5:30-7pm | 26994 |
Advanced Adults
Level 3.5 and above. These fun and competitive classes offer advanced stroke production techniques with emphasis on competitive situations and drills. Singles and doubles positioning and strategy for tournament and league competition are taught. Lots of fun drills and games are taught by a CRFC certified USPTA tennis professional.
Fees and Location
- $60
- Minimum of 5 participants needed for class to be held.
- Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
| Dates | Day | Time | Code |
| June 6-27 | Th | 5:30-7pm | 26991 |
| July 11-Aug. 1 | Th | 5:30-7pm | 26990 |
BMTA Adult Leagues
Whether you are a beginning player or an advanced player, the Bismarck/Mandan Tennis Association (BMTA) has a league for you! The leagues are a team tennis format. Please visit their website for more information on leagues offered and membership and league fee information. Plus, look for social opportunities throughout the summer for BMTA members.
League Dates
- May 29-Aug. 7 (summer league)
- Aug. 14-Sept. 18 (fall league)
Cardio Tennis
This is a fast-paced workout set to music. Emphasis will be placed on movement. Open to all ability levels. Work up a sweat, hit a ton of balls and have fun, too. This is a drop-in class, no sign-up required.
| Dates | Day | Time |
| Now-April 25 | T | 12:05-12:50pm |
Fees and Location
- Capital Racquet & Fitness Center or BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center Members: FREE; Non-Members: day pass fee
- Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.
- Minimum of 5 participants needed for class to be held.
Private Tennis Lessons
Private tennis lessons are available throughout the week and are held at Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.. Call 221-6855 to set up lessons with one of our certified tennis instructors. Discounts available for BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center or Capital Racquet & Fitness Center Members.
| Lesson | Members | Non-Members |
| Private | $50/hr. | $55/hr. |
| Semi-private | $25/hr. | $27/hr. |
| Group of 3 | $19/hr. | $21/hr. |
| Group of 4 | $16/hr. | $18/hr. |
| Group of 5 | $14/hr. | $16/hr. |
| Hitting Lesson | $34/hr. | $39/hr. |
Indoor Tennis Court Time Special – 50% Off
Individual tennis court rates at Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St., are 50% off during June-August. Call 221-6855 to reserve your court time. Offer excludes lessons and programs.
Outdoor Court Reservation
Outdoor tennis courts are reserved for high school teams, programs and special events April-October. View the calendar.
Court Cubby
Don’t have equipment but want to play tennis? Sponsored by USTA, Court Cubby is a locker filled with tennis balls and racquets that will rotate throughout BPRD’s outdoor tennis courts this summer. Watch BPRD’s Facebook page for the current location during the summer months.