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What should I do if I have joined a league and am unable to make it to a game?: E-mail or call someone from the Sub List who can take your place and play that day.

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Parks and Recreation - Tennis

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1. How do I register for a tennis class?: Register one of three ways:

1. Register over the phone at 281-210-3950.
2. Register in person at The Woodlands Township Recreation Center.
3. Register online. Online Program Registration

2. How do I know what skill level or class to put my child in?: Class and level descriptions are on this website. The tennis director or Lead Pro can also evaluate a child's skills to help parents determine the class and level their child needs.

3. How old does my child need to be to begin tennis lessons?: Tennis classes begin at age 3.

4. If my child is on a waiting list how soon will I know whether or not they will be able to sign up for the class?: It can range from two days before the class begins to the day of the first class.

5. What if I sign my child up for some classes and then the instructor wants to move them up to a more advanced class?: The recreation center staff can easily transfer them to an open class at the correct level of instruction.

6. What if I sign my child up for 5 months of tennis and then the instructor wants to move them to a different class in the 2nd/3rd/4th month?: The recreation center staff can easily transfer them to an open class at the correct level of instruction, and your payments till transfer too.

7. Who do I talk to about signing up for private tennis lessons for an adult or child?: Please see the list of Approved Tennis Instructors. Private lessons are arranged with the instructor by the participant or parent of the participant.

8. Will the recreation center open up more classes if the one I want is full?: Possibly, if instructors and courts are available for an additional class.

9. How do we know when it is time for our child to move up to the next level?: The Instructor will know based upon the child’s skill level and will inform parents before it is time to enroll for the next month of classes.

10. What is 10 and Under Tennis?: USTA’s program for children under the age of 10 to learn how to successfully play tennis. The court sizes are different and the “Speed” in which the ball bounces is slower to encourage learning and skill development.

11. What should my child wear and bring to class?: Temperature appropriate comfortable clothes, tennis style shoes – not running shoes, water bottle and a hat, be sure to apply sun screen before class begins.

12. Is it better for adults to start off in drills or lessons?: Lessons are best for beginner players since drills do not include any instruction.

13. What are drills?: Strategy based, fast paced repetition and movement to increase consistency in play and skill, they are also a great physical workout. Drills are usually with a group of four or more players with minor skill correction.

14. What should I do if I'm unable to make it to a lesson? Who do I contact?: You should contact your instructor to let hom/her know. If you do not have the instructor’s contact information, you can obtain it from the Recreation Center.

15. Do you have a list of instructors?: Yes, please view the Approved Tennis Instructors list online or pick one up from the Recreation Center.

16. How much do the instructors charge for private lessons?: The fees range from $45 to $60 for an hour long lesson.

17. How do I get my name on the sub list for the ladder league?: Email The Woodlands Township Tennis Academy. You must include your name, cell number and email address. The tennis staff will add your contact information to the sub list.

18. Do you need my team name or team captain’s name for our Jack Rabbit, North Country, or HLTA league?: No, that information is no longer needed. Team captains for each league will submit a roster, Recreation Center staff will then refer to that roster.

19. What should I do if I have joined a league and am unable to make it to a game?: E-mail or call someone from the Sub List who can take your place and play that day.

20. Where do I find a list of parks with tennis courts and court numbers?: Please see the Township’s Interactive pathway map on this Web site.

21. Can I reserve a tennis court? How much does it cost?: Yes, as long as space is available. To reserve a court, please visit Tennis and Pickleball Court Schedules and Online Reservations.
Peak Times (Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.)
FEES: $10 (per hour) – Resident Non-Peak
$12 (per hour) – Resident Peak
$24 (per hour) – Non-Resident

22. Where would I find a list of parks with tennis courts and court numbers?: Please refer to the Township’s Interactive pathway map on this Web site or pick one up at The Woodlands Township Recreation Center, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, 77381.
The Woodlands Township Parks and Pathways Map

23. Who is allowed to play on courts that are not reserved?: All courts are open to the public for tennis play. They are available on a first come first serve basis, unless someone has reserved the court and can provide a copy of their reservation permit.

24. If I reserved a court and someone is playing on it, what should I do?: Let them know the court is reserved and ask them to leave. If they will not leave, call 281-210-3900 and ask for a park ranger to come and assist.

25. What should I do if something is wrong with the court? For example, if the lights are not working or coming on, or if the net is damaged.: Please email The Woodlands Township Tennis Academy. Be sure to tell us which court you want to use and describe the problem on the court. We will then submit a work order for repairs to the court.

26. Are the times and days of the tennis classes tentative?: No.

27. How soon should I register for the tennis classes?: As soon as possible, the tennis classes fill up quickly.

28. Why are the tennis classes monthly?: To provide consistent instruction.

29. Can I set up an automatic payment plan for tennis lessons?: Yes, automatic payments can be arranged at the time of registration.

30. Am I allowed to give my child lessons myself?: Yes.

31. Am I allowed to give my child's friends lessons and charge for the lessons?: No, you cannot collect money for lessons or services unless you are an approved tennis contractor with The Woodlands Township Tennis Academy.

32. How do I choose an instructor?: You can arrange your instructor for private lessons based on your personal preference, availability and the instructors. Instructors for classes are arranged by The Woodlands Township Tennis Academy staff.