Racquet & Paddle Sports

NEW! Tennis Lessons with Melanie Adinolfi, RSPA Professional

*** All lessons are by appointment only. Please contact Melanie at mkadinolfi@gmail.com.

NEW! Tennis Lessons with Melanie Adinolfi, RSPA Professional
With 40 years of tennis experience, Melanie trained with accomplished instructors, including intensive weeks at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. She competed in numerous women’s open tournaments throughout New England and Arizona, earning many victories. At Division II Bloomsburg University, she went undefeated at #3 singles as a freshman and achieved conference doubles success before competing at Division I University of Connecticut. She taught at camps and clubs, including Ivan Lendl’s Grand Slam Tennis Center in Bedford, NY. After college, she studied and applied effortless physics principles to her game, transforming her performance. Her coaching blends technical expertise, strategy, competition, and mental performance with personalized instruction to build confidence, consistency, and each player’s strongest game.

Private Lessons: Your Game… Your Goals… Your Next Level…
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time, refining your technique, or gearing up for league / tournament competition, each lesson blends focused instruction with purposeful drills and engaging on-court play. Build confidence, develop consistency, and discover what you’re capable of—one session at a time.
60 minutes, (1 player)
Member: $40 / Non-Member: $50

Semi-Private Lessons: Learn and Improve Together
Perfect for friends or couples, semi-private lessons combine personalized instruction, focused drills, and real-time feedback during live play. Enjoy specialized coaching tailored to your individual skill levels while sharing the experience, building confidence, and having fun on the court.
60 minutes, (2 players)
Member: $30 / Non-Member: $40

Ball Machine Privates & Semi-Privates: Learn to use the Ball Machine Effectively
Reinforce good habits – not bad ones – with focused, personalized coaching to build consistency, sharpen technique, and greatly improve movement/strength each next session you build upon. Utilizing the ball machine effectively with Melanie’s specialized coaching can be one of the best tools to accelerate your progress, elevate your game, and get you in great tennis shape. Must already have the Ball Machine Add-On for your membership.
60 minutes (1 player) $40
60 minutes (2 players) $25/person

Strokes & Points, Game: Monsoon Madness: Beginner/Low Intermediate
This is a fun, energetic clinic designed to sharpen your strokes and put them into play. Students work on the technique and principles of fundamental strokes, with a little cardio, movement, and instruction along the way. Then it’s time to take what you’ve learned onto the court with fun, competitive point-play games. “Monsoon Madness” — where the strokes meet the points! Saturday clinics are for Beginner/Low Intermediate players. Las Campanas Tennis Courts
Class # 16740                Jan 2                 1pm-2pm
Class # 16787                Jan 9                 1pm-2pm
Class # 16788                Jan 16               1pm-2pm
Class # 16789                Jan 23               1pm-2pm
Class # 16790                Jan 30               1pm-2pm
Class # 16791                Feb 6                1pm-2pm
Class # 16792                Feb 13              1pm-2pm
Class # 16793                Feb 20              1pm-2pm
Class # 16794                Feb 27              1pm-2pm
Class # 16795                Mar 6                1pm-2pm
Class # 16796                Mar 13              1pm-2pm
Class # 16797                Mar 20              1pm-2pm
Class # 16798                Mar 27              1pm-2pm
Class # 16799                Apr 3                1pm-2pm
Class # 16800                Apr 10              1pm-2pm
Class # 16801                Apr 17              1pm-2pm
Class # 16802                Apr 24              1pm-2pm
One class on Saturday
Member: $10 / Non-members $15

Strokes & Points, Game: Monsoon Madness – High Intermediate
This is a fun, energetic clinic designed to sharpen your strokes and put them into play. Students work on the technique and principles of fundamental strokes, with a little cardio, movement, and instruction along the way. Then it’s time to take what you’ve learned onto the court with fun, competitive point-play games. “Monsoon Madness” — where the strokes meet the points! Sunday clinics are for High Intermediate players. Las Campanas Tennis Courts
Class # 16812                Jan 3                 1pm-2pm
Class # 16813                Jan 10               1pm-2pm
Class # 16814                Jan 17               1pm-2pm
Class # 16815                Jan 24               1pm-2pm
Class # 16816                Jan 31               1pm-2pm
Class # 16817                Feb 7                1pm-2pm
Class # 16818                Feb 14              1pm-2pm
Class # 16819                Feb 21              1pm-2pm
Class # 16820                Feb 28              1pm-2pm
Class # 16821                Mar 7                1pm-2pm
Class # 16822                Mar 14              1pm-2pm
Class # 16823                Mar 21              1pm-2pm
Class # 16824                Mar 28              1pm-2pm
Class # 16825                Apr 4                1pm-2pm
Class # 16826                Apr 11              1pm-2pm
Class # 16827                Apr 18              1pm-2pm
Class # 16828                Apr 25              1pm-2pm
One class on Saturday
Member: $10 / Non-members $15

FREE TENNIS DROP-IN PLAY
The GVR Tennis Club offers free drop-ins for players of all levels.  These continue on a weekly basis throughout the season, and do not require prior registration.
Coed Drop-In

• Intermediate 3.0-3.5 players: East Center on Thursdays from 9–10:30am
• All levels: Desert Hills on Saturdays from 7:30–9am

Ultras Drop-In
Intermediate 3.0-3.5 players ages 70 plus:  Desert Hills on Tuesdays from 7:30–9am

Please contact Rich Walton for more information: richwalton380@gmail.com or 520-333-2532. No registration required.  Just show up!

FREE POP TENNIS DROP-IN PLAY
Pop tennis is a type of tennis suitable for players of all skill levels and ages.  It is played on a shorter court with a paddle and softer tennis balls.  The smaller play area reduces the amount of movement but will still provide a good, fun workout.

• East Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. 7:30–9am
• Canoa Hills on Sundays from 7:30–9am

Please contact Rich Walton for more information: richwalton380@gmail.com or 520-333-2532. No registration required.  Just show up! Paddles and balls are provided. 

FREE TENNIS CLINIC
Improve your skills, work on proper strokes, positioning, drills, and play simulations. All levels are welcome. Maximum four players per session. 

• Desert Hills on Mondays from 7:30–9am.

Sign up HERE. For more information, please contact Rich at richwalton380@gmail.com.

All GVR members are welcome to use the tennis facilities: No club membership ia required. However, club play may take priority during certain hours. Courts are subject to reservation through a reservation system operated by the GVR Tennis Club. Non club members may purchase access to the reservation system for a nominal annual fee, or can check court availability and play between reservations.

GVR’s seventeen tennis courts are open seven days a week, from 6:00am to dusk. In two locations, the courts are lighted and remain open until 8:45pm.

• Canoa Hills: 2 courts
• Desert Hills: 4 courts
• East Center: 2 courts
• Las Campanas: 2 courts
• Madera Vista: 1 court (Lighted, open until 8:45pm)
• West Center: 6 courts (Lighted, open until 8:45pm). The facilities at West Center include a ramada, kitchenette, restrooms, and barbecues.

The GVR Tennis Club has 472 members and includes five leagues and hosts tournaments and socials. Please click HERE for information on the GVR Tennis Club, including court availability and reservations.

GVR Pickleball Club

The GVR Pickleball Club has over 1,100 members and plays on 36 pickleball courts at three locations: GVR Pickleball Center, East Center, and Canoa Ranch. The club manages scheduled play, classes, and court reservations on a daily basis year-around for its club members, as well as GVR members.

GVR members who are not part of the Pickleball Club can still enjoy the game. Courts are available through court reservations and designated open play times. Whether you’re brand new to pickleball, have played a bit before, or want to introduce family and friends to the game, the guide below offers a quick overview of how to find court time and start playing.

Note: Court shoes designed for outdoor courts (non-marking) are required.

East Center (8 courts) 6am–8:45pm

Just Want to Rally? Looking to bring friends or family to the courts for some casual hitting, without worrying about keeping score or following official rules? Court 1 at the East Center is set aside for this purpose from 6–8pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Casual play guidelines:

• Play involves hitting the ball back and forth with rules and scoring optional.
• Ideal for trying the sport or playing casually with friends and family, or for rehabilitation.
• Members may drop in for casual play. If others are waiting, invite them to join for casual, non-competitive play.

To reserve a casual play court:

• Go to the GVR Pickleball Club’s website https://www.gvrpickleball.org/
• Click on Club Member: Signup for an Event, Court Reservation, or Find a Member
• Enter your last name, GVR number, and email address, then click login
• You are now on the Club’s Court Reservation System, Pickleball Plus. On the blue side bar, find Courts and click on it
• Find- Select a Court Center, then click on the drop-down box to select Casual East Center. Note: Casual Play reservations are available on W, F, and Saturday at 6 pm and are identified on the calendar as a green button 
• Select your desired day and click on the green button to reserve Court #1 East Center 
• Per GVR request: if you’re on the court and see others waiting, invite them to join for casual, non-competitive play

Pickleball paddles are available at the East Center courts, if needed.

Canoa Ranch (4 courts) 7am–dusk

Open play occurs here every day of the week. Open play is for all skill levels from beginners to more advanced players. 

Open play process:

• Place your paddle in the ‘paddle queue’ outside the fence of Court 1.
• When a court is available, the next four players in the ‘paddle queue’ take the court.
• Each group of four players finishes one game and then leaves the court for the next four players.
• If there are no paddles in the ‘paddle queue’, then players may continue to play on the court.

GVR Pickleball Center (24 courts) 6am–dusk

Check the court schedule on the club website, as there is both open play and court reservations at the GVR Pickleball Center. Click this link to the club’s website to see the court schedules: Pickleball | Green Valley Recreation Pickleball Club.       

GVR beginner pickleball classes

If you are interested in learning how to play pickleball, register for the GVR Pickleball 101 class. These beginner classes are offered October through April. Look for details, times, and dates of these classes in the fall GVR catalog.

NEW! Private Pickleball Lessons

Sign up for personalized coaching to improve your game with instruction tailored to your individual goals. Whether you’re brand new to the game, looking to sharpen fundamentals, or preparing for tournament or league play, private lessons provide focused attention and customized drills to help you progress faster.

Private Lesson: One-on-one (1 player) 90 minutes $40
Personalized coaching, skill development and customized drills for players who want fast, individualized improvement.

Semi-Private Lesson: Small Group (2 players) 90 minutes $35 per person 
Shared instruction, focused drills and live play feedback for friends or couples learning together

Small Group Lesson: Group (3–6 players) 90 minutes $25 per person 
Group drills, strategy, teamwork and game scenarios for recreational players, league prep, social learning.

By appointment only – contact Suzanne Remington at 520-330-2655 or azpickleballchick@gmail.com.