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Whether you're just learning the game, or seeking advanced competition, you'll find the perfect opportunity to gain new skills and meet others with similar interests through the Citiparks Tennis Program.
Join a league, attend a clinic—or register for a tournament—all within the City limits. You'll find Citiparks' regional tennis courts located in Frick, Highland, McKinley, Mellon, Schenley and West parks—and courts in more than 50 neighborhood parks and playgrounds.
Call the Citiparks Tennis Program for specific locations and details concerning registration procedures.
For information call 412-244-4188.
Tennis Lessons
for children ages 4 through adult
You can "even the playing field" by registering your child (4 - 7 years old) for "Tiny Tots" lessons. Older children (7 -17 years old) receive instruction geared toward their particular skill levels at "Junior Tennis" lessons.
If you're 18 years or older, you can choose from a variety of adult clinics that focus on all levels of play. No registration is necessary for tennis lessons, which are open to City and non-City residents.
Year-round - Mellon Park Tennis Center
Tiny Tots (age 4 - 7)
$10/session
Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Rising Stars (age 7 - 9)
$10/session
Saturdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Futures (age 9+)
$10/session
Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Adult-Beginner (age 18+)
$12/session
Saturdays, 10 -11:30 a.m.
Mondays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Adult-Intermediate (age 18+)
$12/session
Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Tuesdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Adult-Advanced (age 18+)
$12/session
Thurdays, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Senior Tennis Programs
Citiparks Tennis Program partners with SeniorInterests to teach the "sport of a lifetime."
Choose from beginner or intermediate classes - both designed specifically to encourage exercise and competition for seniors.
May to Mid-October
Fridays, 10 - 11 a.m.
Schenley Park Tennis Center
Summer Tennis Camps
for children 4 - 17 years old
Grab your racquet and head out to learn all aspects of tennis. This program features a game-based approach, so your child learns how to play the game of tennis. But these young tennis enthusiasts also learn about other important aspects of playing tennis including social skills and sportsmanship.
One-week sessions:
- June 21 - 25
- June 28 - July 2
- July 12 - 16
- July 19 - 23
- July 26 - 30
- August 2 - 6
Location: Schenley Park Tennis Center
Fees: $110/week or $30/day
NO CASH - Registration on site daily at 8:45 a.m.
Checks only; payable to "Treasurer, City of Pittsburgh"
For more Information: 412-244-4188
Competitions
Paul G. Sullivan Championship
Paul Sullivan directed the Pittsburgh Parks Championship held at the Frick Park clay courts from 1930 until 2001.
In 2002 Paul Sullivan, at 98 years old, put down his racket for the last time and the tournament was renamed the Paul G. Sullivan Tennis Championship.
Now in its 90th year, this traditional tournament is open to all adult players 16 years and older.
Dates: July14 - 25, 2010
Location: Frick Park Red Clay Courts
Fees: $10 singles; $15 doubles
For Information/Applications/Registration: www.ClayFrickTennis.org 
Bob O'Connor Summer Tennis Classic
Tennis enthusiasts of all ages and abilities take to courts located throughout the City of Pittsburgh to compete in the third annual Bob O'Connor Summer Tennis Classic.
The tournament honors the outstanding community spirit demonstrated by the late Mayor Bob O'Connor.
The nine days of spirited competition take place at the Schenley Park Tennis Center and Stanton Avenue courts.
Dates: June 19 - 27, 2010
Location: Various courts - Schenley Park Tennis Center and Stanton Avenue courts
Fees: $10 singles; $15 doubles
For Information/Applications: 412-244-4188
Frick Park Red Clay Junior Open
Boys and girls age 10 – 14 can compete in the only junior tournament held in the City of Pittsburgh.
Dates: June 20 - July 4, 2010
Location: Frick Park Red Clay Courts
Fees: To be announced
For Information/Applications/Registration: www.ClayFrickTennis.org
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