Laurel Oak tennis offers top-quality programs directed by an excellent professional staff and optimal playing conditions on 12 state-of-the-art clay courts with the hydro-court watering system. The programs include lessons and clinics designed for everyone from beginners to top-level players. We also offer leagues, interclub matches and numerous social events. New tennis members at Laurel Oak will find it easy to find a game and make new friends. Every week there are “Just Show Up” times for men and women. Our Director of Tennis is always available to arrange a game as well. Team play is another part of the Laurel Oak tennis tradition you may wish to consider.
In addition, each summer the club provides an opportunity for members’ children and guests to participate in Junior Summer Sports Camp which combines golf, tennis, soccer, swimming and volleyball. All activities take place on club property and the children have constant supervision.
JUNIOR TENNIS The Laurel Oak junior program is designed to maximize the student’s potential through quality instruction, an enthusiastic atmosphere and world-class facilities. The program extends from Pee Wee tennis (ages 4-5) through high school. The activities are varied throughout the year, with after school programs five times a week, including Saturdays, from August through May, and the Junior Summer Sports Camp (ages 8-17) in June and July. Future Stars Tennis Camp allows the “little ones” (ages 4-7) to discover the fun of playing tennis.
ADULT TENNIS The Laurel Oak adult tennis program is designed to cater to players of every level. The program boasts 3 USPTA professionals, monthly pro exhibitions, weekly social play, and yearly club championships. Laurel Oak is represented in 9 ladies teams, 5 men’s teams and 1 mixed doubles team in USTA and local leagues. Ongoing adult programs included the “just show up” men’s doubles, men’s and ladies doubles clinics, ladies play day and ladies stroke production clinic.
Relax, with a splash
The Swim Center at Laurel Oak is a wonderful place to relax and have fun. The facility features a six-lane, junior Olympic swimming pool for lap work or social swimming. Sunbathers will find plenty of room to relax around the pool, or in the shade of umbrellas.
The pool-side snack bar is open each day from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm and offers Laurel Oak members many luncheon options. Members are welcome to host private gatherings and birthday parties at the pool with customized menus provided for those special occasions.
The pool hosts a number of summer social events including evening parties for families and guests. The pool staff arranges water games and refreshments. The annual Memorial Day festivities always attract a large crowd to the games, music, and entertainment.
There are also many instructional opportunities. By joining the Swordfish Junior Swim Team, children are introduced to the swim program which encourages sportsmanship, camaraderie and participation. The Swordfish compete with several other clubs in the Sarasota area. Our professional staff also directs a program that offers beginning lessons and water aerobics.
Lifeguards are always on duty during summer pool hours to ensure the safety of our members. The pool is heated so it’s open year-round. Weekly children’s camps are available in the summer offering golf, tennis and other recreational activities in addition to swimming.