The Town of Cary maintains 55 tennis courts at five locations: Annie Jones Park, Dunham Park, Godbold Park, Middle Creek School/Park, and the Cary Tennis Park.

The Town’s main tennis facility is the Cary Tennis Park, which is the state’s largest public outdoor tennis facility. The center is a 30-court full service facility on approximately 24 acres in western Cary. Amenities include locker rooms with showers, meeting rooms, and a snack bar and clubhouse. The park provides a comprehensive array of tennis programs, events and services for beginner through advanced players.

Since opening, the Cary Tennis Park has expanded the tennis offerings in the community to include private lessons, group clinics and league play. NC State University used Cary Tennis Park in 2003 as their home court for tennis matches while their own courts were under construction. The park has also established North Carolina’s first Wheelchair Tennis League. The Cary Tennis Park has been host to several state/regional tournaments including the Bullfrog USTA Southern Section Designated, NC Junior Closed State Tournament, Bayer USTA Women’s Professional Tennis Classic, the Men’s and Women’s ACC Championships and the Interact Benefit Tournament hosted with the Western Wake Tennis Association.

For more information please call the Cary Tennis Park at (919) 462-2061 or visit www.townofcary.org.

Youth Tennis

Group Instruction

Aces 1 (age 8-12)

This class is designed for the player with a basic understanding of stroke mechanics. This player is beginning to move to the ball and contact has improved. Stroke mechanics will be reinforced and the serve will be introduced.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $72(R) $86(N) (6 classes)

35329 Mon, Wed Jun 16-Jul 2 4:30- 5:30 p.m.

35330 Mon, Wed Jul 7-23 4:30- 5:30 p.m.

35331 Mon, Wed Aug 4-20 4:30- 5:30 p.m.

Aces 1 Weekend (age 8-12)

This class is designed for the player with a basic understanding of stroke mechanics. This player is beginning to move to the ball and contact has improved. Stroke mechanics will be reinforced and the serve will be introduced.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35438 Sat Jun 21-Jul 5 10-11 a.m.

Fees: $24 $30 (2 classes)

35439 Sat Jul 12-19 10-11 a.m.

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35440 Sat Aug 2-23 10-11 a.m.

(no class Aug 9)

Aces 2 (age 13-16)

This class is designed for the player who makes contact with the ball and is beginning to rally with other players. Player has knowledge of court positioning in both singles and doubles. The serve is developing and players are beginning to keep score.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $72(R) $86(N) (6 classes)

35335 Mon,Wed Jun 16-Jul 2 5:30- 6:30 p.m.

35336 Mon,Wed Jul 7-23 5:30- 6:30 p.m.

35337 Mon,Wed Aug 4-20 5:30- 6:30 p.m.

Aces 2 Weekend (age 13-16)

This class is designed for the player who makes contact with the ball and is beginning to rally with other players. Player has knowledge of court positioning in both singles and doubles. The serve is developing and players are beginning to keep score.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35339 Sat Jun 21-Jul 5 11 a.m.-noon

Fees: $24(R) $30(N) (2 classes)

35340 Sat Jul 12-19 11 a.m.-noon

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35441 Sat Aug 2-23 11 a.m.-noon

(no class Aug 9)

Tots A (age 4-5)

Program for the true beginner to tennis. Motor skills and hand eye coordination are the primary focus. Beginning stroke mechanics will be introduced on the forehand, backhand and volley.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (6 classes)

35422 Tue, Thu Jun 17-Jul 3 4:30-5 p.m.

35421 Tue, Thu Jul 8-24 4:30-5 p.m.

35420 Tue, Thu Aug 5-21 4:30-5 p.m.

Tots A Weekend (age 4-5)

Program for the true beginner to tennis. Motor skills and hand eye coordination are the primary focus. Beginning stroke mechanics will be introduced on the forehand, backhand and volley.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $18(R) $22(N) (3 classes)

35424 Sat Jun 21-Jul 5 9-9:30 a.m.

Fees: $12(R) $14(N) (2 classes)

35426 Sat Jul 12-19 9-9:30 a.m.

Fees: $18(R) $22(N) (3 classes)

35430 Sat Aug 2-23 9-9:30 a.m.

(no class Aug 9)

Tots B (age 6-7)

Program for the true beginner to tennis. Motor skills and hand eye coordination are the primary focus. Beginning stroke mechanics will be introduced on the forehand, backhand and volley.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (6 classes)

35423 Tue, Thu Jun 17-Jul 3 5-5:30 p.m.

35427 Tue, Thu Jul 8-24 5-5:30 p.m.

35428 Tue, Thu Aug 5-21 5-5:30 p.m.

Tots B Weekend (age 6-7)

Program for the true beginner to tennis. Motor skills and hand eye coordination are the primary focus. Beginning stroke mechanics will be introduced on the forehand, backhand and volley.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $18(R) $22(N) (3 classes)

35425 Sat Jun 21-Jul 5 9:30-10 a.m.

Fees: $12(R) $14(N) (2 classes)

35429 Sat Jul 12-19 9:30-10 a.m.

Fees: $18(R) $22(N) (3 classes)

35431 Sat Aug 2-23 9:30-10 a.m.

(no class Aug 9)

Youth Organized Play

CTP Junior Team Tennis

This eight week program includes a weekly one hour practice and match. The matches will be against other area clubs and played at the CTP or away sites. Teams are divided by age and experience:

18 & under – (Blue Division)

14 & under – (White Division)

12 & under – (Red Division)

The teams and schedules will be as follows:

Teams Practices Matches

Blue Fri, 4 p.m. Sat, noon

White Sat, 1 p.m. Fri, 5 p.m.

Red Sat, 2 p.m. Fri, 6 p.m.

Players must attend the weekday practice in order to play in the matches. Parent volunteers will be needed to assist with the matches. Register at the CTP for more information, (919) 462-2061. The
players will have a CTP Junior Team Tennis party at the end of the season.

Fees: $100(R) $120(N)

Adult Tennis

Group Instruction

Advanced Drill (age 16 & up)

Fast paced drills covering all shots with constant movement - a great workout. Most of the drilling done with the players hitting amongst themselves. Students need to have an NTRP rating of 4.0 or above to enter this class.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35341 Mon Jun 16-30 6:30-7:30 p.m.

35342 Mon Jul 7-21 6:30-7:30 p.m.

35343 Mon Aug 4-18 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Intermediate Drill (age 16 & up)

The goal of this class is to help the students’ understanding of both placement and the spin and the effects they have on the game. Students need to have an NTRP rating of 3.5 or 4.0 to enter this class.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35404 Wed Jun 18-Jul 2 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

35405 Wed Jul 9-23 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

35406 Wed Aug 6-20 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

Ladies Beginning Drill (age 16 & up)

Designed for new players or player who have not played in a while, but would like to return to the game. This program covers all strokes — forehand, backhand, volley, overheads, serve, rules of the game and positioning for doubles and singles.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35411 Tue Jun 17-Jul 1 9-10 a.m.

35412 Tue Jul 8-22 9-10 a.m.

35413 Tue Aug 5-19 9-10 a.m.

Ladies Intermediate Drill (age 16 & up)

Designed for players with some tennis experience. All strokes are covered - forehand, backhand, volley, overhead, serve as well as positioning for singles and doubles. Students need to have an NTRP rating of 3.5 or 4.0 to register for this class.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $36(R) $44(N) (3 classes)

35414 Tue Jun 17-Jul 1 10-11 a.m.

35415 Tue Jul 8-22 10-11 a.m.

35416 Tue Aug 5-19 10-11 a.m.

USA Level I (age 16 & up)

Designed for new players or players who have not played in a while, but would like to return to the game. This program covers all the strokes – forehand, backhand, volley, overhead serve, as well as rules of the game and positioning for singles and doubles.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $72(R) $86(N) (6 classes)

35432 Mon,Wed Jun 16-Jul 2 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

35433 Mon,Wed Jul 7-23 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

35434 Mon,Wed Aug 4-20 7:30- 8:30 p.m.

USA Level II (age 16 & up)

This course is designed to help players refine their current knowledge of the game. All stroked needed to play the game will be reviewed.

Location: Cary Tennis Park

Fees: $72(R) $86(N) (6 classes)

35435 Tue,Thu Jun 17-Jul 3 7:30-8:30 p.m.

35436 Tue,Thu Jul 8-24 7:30-8:30 p.m.

35437 Tue,Thu Aug 5-21 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Adult Organized Play

Match Play Interest Board

The Cary Tennis Park maintains an interest board for match play. If you would like to play, but do not have an opponent, please stop by the Cary Tennis Park and either add your name to the board or find out about other players who are looking for matches. This board is located in the main lobby of the tennis park office.

Ladies Morning Tennis – Triangle League
and Capital City League

The Cary Tennis Park is fielding both Triangle League and Capital City League Tennis teams. Their matches are played on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Contact the Cary Tennis Park, (919) 462-2061 for more information.

USTA League Play

The Cary area has its own USTA Adult and Senior Leagues. Leagues include spring Team recreational leagues, summer Mixed Doubles and fall Combo Doubles. Local area clubs and the Cary Tennis
Park form teams to participate. For more information and to
register, contact Melissa Feuerstein at (919) 215-6945 or mfeuerstein@bellsouth.net.

Corporate Leagues

Teams are formed by local corporations or businesses and play evening matches throughout the year. Contact the Cary Tennis Park, (919) 462-2061 for more information.

CTP Singles and Doubles Challenge Ladder

The CTP provides a ten week Competitive Single and Doubles Ladder play for adults. Players set up their own matches at their convenience and can play as often as they like. Players earn points for challenges to move higher on the ladder. Levels are determined by using NTRP system. Registration for the Challenge Ladder begins four weeks before the official start date of the program. Registration is a two-fold process. First stop by the CTP and complete the registration form, sign waiver and pay the fee, then register online at www.townofcary.org. Players may join for up to four weeks after the start of the ladder. Contact the Cary Tennis Park (919) 462-2061 for more information.

Singles Challenge Ladder

Fees: $25(R) $30(N)

Doubles Challenge Ladder

Fees: $30(R) $36(N) per team

Registration Play

Dates Begins

Winter ‘09 Dec 8 Jan 5

Spring ‘09 Mar 9 Mar 30

Summer ‘09 Jun 1 Jun 22

Fall ‘08 Sep 1 Sep 29

INCLEMENT WEATHER/

MISSED CLASS INFORMATION

Clinic dates may change due to inclement weather. Please contact the Cary Tennis Park (CTP) at (919) 462-2061 to confirm your clinic start date. Make-up dates will be scheduled on regular class days between clinic sessions, Friday evenings and/or Saturday afternoons as necessary. Contact the CTP for make-up dates and times. Make-up days will only be scheduled if the clinic is cancelled by the CTP. Classes that are cancelled while in progress and have completed 50% or more of the session will not be rescheduled. The CTP is not responsible for classes missed due to student conflicts.

Private Lessons

Individual – $40-50 per hr

Group – call for pricing

All lessons fees must be paid prior to lesson. Full payment is due on all lessons not canceled at least 24-hours in advance. Call (919) 462-2061.

Cary Tennis Park Court Fees

$3/person/hour

Cary residents discounted rate $2/person/hour

40-Hour Pass

$106 (Cary residents discounted rate is $66)

• Purchase 40 hours at a time

• Use in half hour increments

• Expires one year from date of purchase

Annual Pass – see page 68 for details

Properly supervised children ages 10 & under are exempt from paying court fees.

Cary Tennis Park Annual Pass

See chart below for rates

Passholder benefits include:

• 10% discount on select Pro Shop items

• All Cary Tennis Park court fees

• Challenge Ladder registration fees

• CTP facility fees for USTA league play

• Socials

• Cary Towne Championships registration fee

• Polar Doubles Registration fee

• Parent/Child Tournament registration fee

• Pro tournament gate admission

• 10 guest passes

• Ability to reserve a court up to one week in advance

• Various special programs/clinics at reduced cost throughout the year

• 8 free uses of ball machine

Pass Type Cost Cary Resident Rate

Adult $400 $300

Youth (11-18) $200 $150

Senior (55 and over) $250 $200

Family of Two $500 $400

Full Family $700 $500

Adult Tennis

Western Wake Tennis Association

The Western Wake Tennis Association (WWTA) is a nonprofit, volunteer organization formed in 2002. WWTA volunteers work with the USTA, the Town of Cary and local tennis clubs and organizations to offer new leagues, programs and opportunities for growth in the Western Wake County area. By volunteering your time with leagues, tournaments and local charity events, you will meet some great people who care about making a difference in the community. Visit their website at www.westernwaketennis.com for more information on how you can get involved with the WWTA.