Platform Tennis

SIGN-UP SPECIAL!

New members get 10% off by signing up before September 7! Old members get 10% off credit by referring a new member friend! Ask about our teams. We are looking for all skill levels. We have lots of room for beginner players—men and women!

Dear Lake Bluff Paddle Enthusiast:

Welcome to the 2022–2023 Paddle Season at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club. This year we will have eight women’s teams and twelve men’s teams for every level player, from beginner to advanced. The leagues compete with clubs all over the North Shore and we are looking for new players to continue the growth of our club! In addition to the leagues, we offer COED and beginner classes for those looking to learn the sport. We also offer junior lessons for ages 11–14 throughout the winter. We offer all types of lessons at the Lake Bluff Paddle Club: private, semi-private, three-on-one, four-on-one, clinics, and paddle camps. No matter your ability or whether you are looking for competitive or social paddle, we will find a place for you in our club to enjoy your season!

HOURS Open 7 days a week Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sunday–Thursday: 8:00 am–9:30 pm* *10:15 pm on league nights

Memberships

Memberships are available for men & women, residents, and non-residents, and run from September 1 through August 31. We offer Individual Memberships that feature league play, October through March, at all skill levels. There are weekly team drills for an additional fee. The Individual Membership also includes use of the courts 7 days a week. Social/Limited Individual Memberships allow play from Friday through Sunday night. Seniors and Youth pay a reduced fee. Non-members may sign-up for specific programs offered throughout the season. All are welcome!

2022–2023 PADDLE MEMBERSHIPS:

Membership runs September 1 to August 31 and Lake Forest residents qualify for the resident rate.

MEMBER RESIDENT NONTYPE (LB/LF) RESIDENT

Individual $550 $671 Senior (62+) $473 $549 *Social/Limited $236 Youth $100 *Social/Limited Individual is allowed Friday night through Sunday night court time, Friday night socials, and member rates on lessons and drills.

Members of League Series Teams must purchase the Individual Membership

and Drill fee. . Members pay no court fees.

Court Rentals

Courts rentals are based on 1.5 hours of court time. The resident fee applies to both Lake Bluff and Lake Forest residents who show proof of residency. Members receive free court rentals.

RESIDENT: $35 NON-RESIDENT: $45

About our Racquet Pros

Rich Rosenberg

Racquet Sports Professional

Rich Rosenberg co-runs the Lake Bluff Park District platform tennis program for the men, women, and juniors along with paddle professional Kari Falls. Prior to that, Rich competed regularly in both the national ranked platform tennis association sanctioned tournament and the Charities tournament. Rich is also PPTA certified. For the last 30 years, Rich acted as the professional racquet sports instructor at Wilmette and Winnetka Park districts, as well as at Tennequa, Valley Lo and The Five Seasons country clubs: where he directed and ran drills for series teams, taught group/private lessons and ran camps and special events for adults and juniors. This past summer, Rich taught tennis lessons at the old Willow Tennis Club. As a certified professional of the Platform Tennis Association, he has spent years both improving and sharing his passion for the game with amateur platform players. When Rich is not teaching platform tennis, he is a golf professional who teaches lessons to both amateurs and pros alike. As a collegiate athlete, Rich played tennis at the University of Iowa. When Rich is not teaching, he spends his time with his family biking, traveling, and reading. Rich’s enthusiasm, experience and energy make him a great fit for the growing platform tennis program at the Lake Bluff Park District.

Birthday Paddle Parties, Scouts “Try it” Paddle Parties, Family and Corporate Paddle Parties can be set up for mutually convenient times and are a sure-fire way to have an awesome celebration! Kari Falls

Racquet Sports Professional

While growing up in the area, Kari played competitive USTA junior tennis and learned the game of platform tennis as a teenager, catching the paddle bug at a young age. She plays on our own Lake Bluff Park District Series I team and has been playing Series I and competing in National Ranking Tournaments for over a decade. Kari is PPTA Certified. Kari and her husband Chris are life-long residents of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff and have raised their three daughters here. As a family, they have actively participated in many programs at the Lake Bluff Park District over the years. Kari works with the program year-round helping our members achieve their tennis and paddle goals and is looking forward to having a positive impact on our thriving community program. Her passion for all racquet sports and enthusiasm will bring a great energy to the program at Lake Bluff Park District. In her free time, she enjoys being active, cooking, spending time with friends and family and of course, playing tennis and paddle.

Women’s Platform Tennis

Women’s League Play – 12 weeks

Lake Bluff is part of the NSWPTL and excited to offer women’s teams representing all levels of play. Nine competitive matches are played, October through December, with movement between Series levels at the end of the first half. Nine more matches are played, January through March, with movement again at the end of the season. Series 1 to 7 play their matches Thursday mornings from 9:00 am–noon. Series 8 to 12 play Thursday afternoon from noon–3:00 pm. Series 13 to 16 play Friday mornings from 9:00 am–noon. Monday night league plays 7:00 pm–9:00 pm. Contact Kari Falls at karifalls@me.com to find out about joining one of these teams.

Women’s Series 6 (I) Drills

CODE: 17307

Day: Monday Dates: September 12-December 5 (12 weeks) No Class: November 21 Time: 5:30-7:00 pm Fee: $550/$590

Women’s Series 6 (II) Drills

CODE : 17308

Day: Wednesday Dates: September 14-December 7 (12 weeks) No class: November 23 Time: 9:30-11 am Fee: $550/$590

Women’s Series 10 Drills

CODE : 17309

Day: Tuesday Dates: September 13–December 6 (12 weeks) No Class: November 22 Time: 10:30 am–noon Fee: $550/$590

Women’s 13 League Drills

CODE : 17310

Day: Tuesday Dates: September 13–December 6 (12 weeks) No Class: November 22 Time: 9:00-10:30 am Fee: $550/$590

Women’s Series 16 Drills

CODE : 17311

Day: Wednesday Dates: September 14–December 7 (12 weeks) No Class: November 23 Time: 11 am-12:30 pm Fee: $550/$590

Lake Bluff Park District Autumn 2022 Women’s Monday Night Team Drills (Sign up for one)

Women’s C CODE: 17312

Day: Wednesday Dates: September 14–December 7 (12 weeks) No Class: November 23 Time: 5:20-6:50 pm Fee: $550/$590

Women’s D CODE: 17313

DAY: Saturday Dates: September 17-December 10 (12 weeks) No Class: November 26 Time 1:00-2:30 pm Fee: $550/$590

Women’s Intro to Paddle

Join us to learn the sport of platform tennis and the basics of match play.

Code: 17202

Day: Monday Dates: September 12–October 31 (8 weeks) Time: 11:00 am–noon Min/Max: 4/16 Fee: $200

Code: 17203

Day: Tuesday Dates: October 11–December 6 (8 weeks) Time: 4:45-5:45 pm Min/Max: 4/16 Fee: $200

COED Paddle

This is a fun and dynamic format for learning all the basics of platform tennis including: court positioning, stroke technique, screen play, communication, scoring and rules of the game. This program is designed for beginners and advanced beginners. We know you will love it!

Code: 17199

Day: Tuesday Dates: October 11–December 6 (8 weeks) Time: 5:45-6:45 pm Min/Max: 4/16 Fee: $200

Code: 17200

Day: Saturday Dates: October 15–December 10 (6 weeks) Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Min/Max: 4/16 Fee: $150

Paddle Shot of the Week (Series 7-16)

Perfect a different shot, technique, or strategy each week to enhance your match play.

Code: 17201

Day: Monday Dates: September 12–October 31 (8 weeks) Time: 10:00-11:00 am Min/Max: 4/12 Fee: $200

Men’s Platform Tennis

League Play

Lake Bluff offers 12 men’s teams representing all levels of play: advanced, intermediate and beginner (Series 4 though Series 31). There is no better way to spend the Chicago winter than enjoying the camaraderie that playing on a team offers – in addition to improving your skills and level of competition! Don’t miss out! We are still looking for players of all levels so call 847-457-7362 to find out about joining. The league/ball fee is $135 and due in September at the same time we renew our memberships. Matches are played weekday evenings from 7:00–10:00 pm. 2022–23 matchnight designations are TBD.

Men’s Team Drills

Men’s team drills are now part of the team experience. Drills times per team will be TBD.

CODE: 17314

Day: Saturday Dates: September 17–December 10 (12 weeks) No Class: Nov. 26 Time: 8 am-1 pm Fee: $440/$460

Men’s Play with the Pro

This is an intense, 1.5-hour, instructional lesson with 3 players and the Pro. Bring two friends and dramatically improve your game! Fee: Member: $45 Non-Member: $50

COED Paddle

This is a fun and dynamic format for learning all the basics of platform tennis including: court positioning, stroke technique, screen play, communication, scoring and rules of the game. This program is designed for beginners and advanced beginners. We know you will love it!

Code: 17199

Day: Tuesday Dates: October 11–December 6 (8 weeks) Time: 5:45-6:45 pm Min/Max: 4/16 Fee: $200

Code: 17200

Day: Saturday Dates: October 15–December 10 (6 weeks) Time: 2:30-3:30 pm Min/Max: 4/16

Juniors Platform Tennis

Semi & Private Lessons

Sharpen your skills with personalized instruction from the Pro. The 3–on–1 format is an excellent way to improve strategy and shot selection. The 2–on–1 is perfect for working in tandem with a partner and improving your communication. Private instruction is excellent for those specific shots such as serve, return of serve and that ever-elusive first volley! Call for an appointment and availability.

Private $75 per hour 2–on–1 $45 each per hour 3–on–1 $30 each per hour 4–on–1 $25 each per hour

Weekend Paddle Socials

Beginner/Advanced Beginner Min/Max: 12/20

Fall Kickoff

Beginner/Advanced Beginner

Code: 17204

Date: Friday, October 14 Time: 7–9 pm Fee: $25 Per Person

Children in this class will enjoy fast paced drills emphasizing match strategy, shot targeting, positioning/teamwork, and specialty shots. There will also be an emphasis on camaraderie, cooperation, sportsmanship, and proper paddle etiquette.

Code: 17208

Ages: 11–14 Day: Monday Dates: November 7–January 16 (8 wks.) No Class: November 21, December 26, January 2 Time: 4:00–5:00 pm Min/Max: 5/12 Fee: $200

Holiday Social

Code: 17205

Date: Friday, December 16 Time: 7–9 pm Fee: $25 Per Person

St. Patricks Day Social

Code: 17206

Date: Friday, March 17 Time: 7–9 pm