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Tennis
COME JOIN THE FUN
For more information please contact Tim Driscoll at 322-PLAY at ext. 207 or Scott Monahan at ext. 211.
Meet The Coaches
Tim Driscoll: Director of Tennis
Tim began playing tennis at the age of 10 with his father and immediately loved the game. By the age of 17 he was ranked #3 in Tennessee and 21st in the south. Attending college at Virginia Intermont College on a full scholarship, Tim was awarded the NAIA Division VII Player of the Year in his senior year and reached the semi finals of the National Doubles Collegiate Tournament. Immediately after graduating from college with a BS in Sports Management, he was certified by the USPTR. After teaching at the Bristol Racquet and Fitness Club, he became the head teaching pro at Bristol Country Club. After moving to Greenville, Tim became the head tennis pro at the Thornblade Club. After six years, Tim came to Greenville Rec to build a tennis program and has developed a great junior program with over 800 kids participating in the program and USTA sanctioned tournaments. With over sixteen years of experience as a full time tennis professional with both USPTA and USPTR certification, Tim feels blessed to be able to do what he does each day.
Scott Monahan: Tennis Pro for Greenville Rec
Scott has been the Head Tennis Pro for Greenville Rec since January 2008. He obtained his USPTR certification in Charlotte. Scott works with all levels of junior development and adult instruction both private and group settings. He was the coach of five USTA Junior Team Tennis teams based out of the Pavilion for the Spring 2009 season. One of the teams (Under 12 Intermediate Flight) advanced to the state playoffs in Sumter. He holds a degree in International Relations from Syracuse. Upon graduating from SU in 1999 Scott lived in New York City and worked in the “corporate world” for eight years. For the past couple of years Scott has been very fortunate to be employed in the tennis industry where he has the opportunity to express and share his passion for the game of tennis.
Jim Greene: Tennis Pro for Greenville Rec
Jim first picked up the racquet at age 8, since then tennis has been a lifelong passion. He was once told at a young age follow your passions and he has done just that for the past 16 years as a teaching pro. Jim was taught by Dennis Van der Meer the first Professional player to standardize teaching progressions to develop consistent stroke output for all types of shots. Van der Meer has undoubtedly instructed more players and coaches than anyone in the game. The method he conceived is taught in over 115 countries worldwide by more than 14,000 members. Jim has been a certified teaching Professional since 1996.
Jim has also worked under the tutelage of Paul Scarpa, Mens Head Coach at Furman University (the winningest coach in NCAA history). Serving as Assistant to the Director at Furman Tennis Camps, Greenville S.C.
Throughout his career as Head Coach or Head Pro, Jim strives to provide quality and retainable instruction for all skill levels. Passing along his knowledge for the game in an eloquent and encouraging manner promoting “process over outcome”. This teaching style challenges his players to grow and learn each time they step onto the court. Jim has also coached at the High School and NJCAA/NCAA collegiate levels including visits at the national level. Jim played at north Greenville Junior College and was on the the practice squad at the University of Hawaii.
After completing a six year stint in the U.S. Navy and traveling the globe, Jim returned to his native Carolina to raise a family. Attesting “I’ve lived and seen many beautiful places and met many people around the world but- the best things in life can be found in your own back yard. Jim lives near Tryon N.C. with his loving wife Rhett and three sons, Jay, Jonathon and Alex.
Junior Tennis Program
RISING STARS
Days & Times: Thursdays, 3:15 – 4:15 pm, and Saturdays 12 – 1 pm
Cost: $50.00 per month
Minimum of 4 students.
For ages 5-8.
ROUND ROBIN TOURNAMENT
Days & Times: 3rd Saturday of each month, 2-4 pm
Cost: $17 per entry
For ages 8 and above.
Please call 322-7529 ext. 207 to sign up.
Pavilion Tennis Academy
This program runs through the school year.
Fun and exciting way to learn the game of tennis!
For ages 8 – 18.
Instruction in serves, ground strokes, volleys, and game strategy.
Beginners and Intermediates:
Tuesday, Thursday 4:15pm – 6:15pm and/or Saturday, 10 am – 12 pm
Advanced: Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday, 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Monthly Cost:
One class per week: $60
Two classes per week: $105
Three classes per week: $150
*Prices are based on a calendar month*
Call 322-7529 ext. 207 for more information or to sign up.
Summer Tennis Camps
Academy Program
June 4th – August 3rd
Classes are on Monday through Friday
Beginner (ages 8 to 15) 9 am – 12 pm
Intermediate & Advanced (ages 12 to 18) 9 am - 12 pm
$110 per week (Discounts available when signing up for multiple weeks)
Rising Stars Class (ages 5 to 8 years old)
June 4th – August 3rd
Classes are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8 am to 9 am
$45 per week (Discounts available when signing up for multiple weeks)
Call Tim @ 322-7529 ext. 207 for more details or to sign up.
Adult Tennis Programs
TENNIS NIGHT
Co-Ed Drop-In Tennis Social
Doubles Play
Days & Times: Mondays 7:30 – 9pm
Cost: $60.00 divided by the number of students
ADULT BEGINNERS CLINIC
Days & Times: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8 pm
Cost: 4 classes for $60.00
minimum of 4 students
Call 322-7529 ext 207 for more information or to sign up.
LADIES DROP-IN CLINIC
Days & Times: Thursdays 12:30 - 2 pm
Cost: $15 per class
minimum of 4 students
Call 322-7529 for more information or to sign up.
Ladies Singles Clinic – Friday 1-2:30pm (call 322-7529 ext. 211 for details)
Ladies Social League – Wednesday 9am-12pm (call 322-7529 ext. 211 for details)
Team Clinics for both men and women (call 322-7529 ext. 211 for details)
Private & Semi Private Lessons
(Juniors and Adults)
If you can not find a group class that fits your schedule, or want to develop and improve specific strokes or strategies with individual instruction. Or bring a friend for a semi-private lesson and enjoy the same attentive instruction at the same rate and split the cost.
Call 322-7529 ext. 207 for details.
Racquet Services
Now carrying Babolat racquets, bags, strings, and overgrips, along with the recently released line of Dunlop racquets, and a wider selection of Gamma and Dunlop strings and grips.
Racquet Stringing
We provide the string and labor:
$24-$32 per racquet depending upon the type of string
Customer provides the string:
$16 per racquet for labor
Racquets for Sale
Dunlop and Babolat junior and adult racquets at competitive rates
Grips and Over-grips
We provide and apply new grips: $8 per grip
We provide and apply a new over-grip: $8 for a pack of 3
Ball Machine
Rental for $12/hour (call for rental times)
Call Tim at 322-7529 ext. 207 for more information.
Tennis Court Reservations
Greenville County Recreation District Tennis Court Reservation Policy
- Groups requiring two or more courts must make a reservation.
- Leagues and schools must make a reservation.
- Reservations must be made at least 90 minutes in advance.
- All GCRD courts cost $6 per hour per court.
Greenville County Recreation District Tennis Court Facilities
- Pavilion Recreation Complex
- Butler Springs Park
- Southside Park
- Northside Park
- Westside Park
Tennis Tournaments
We offer four Junior USTA sanctioned tournaments per year to fuel your competitive spirit.
Call 322-7529 ext. 207 for details.
