Tuesday, December 27, 2011

New Posting On Squidoo.com

Check out our new posting on Squidoo.com!  It is fun and informational as well.  Check out the summer camp information and swimming pool information.  CHTC is the best for tennis camps and has the best swimming pool in Chapel Hill. 
Grab your tennis racket or your swimming suit for a lot of fun!
www.squidoo.com/chapel-hill-tennis-club

Monday, December 19, 2011

The Hottest Pool News!

Have you heard?
One of the areas largest swimming pools just went a complete renovation. The Chapel Hill Tennis Club pool - which offers CHSSL swim teamswimming lessons, water aerobics, water safety courses, red cross certifications, lifeguard certified courses – just completed resurfacing renovations in anticipation for the busy 2012 spring and summer swimming season that will be here before you know it. The Chapel Hill Tennis Club pool is a favorite local spot for swimming sports, pool parties, live music – and just plain fun!
Reserve your summer spot NOW! Click here to request more info... arader-chtc@nc.rr.com
Annual Pool Party Events


Early Morning Lap Swimming
Tues/Thurs 6:30-9:00 am
June 14 - August 23

May 14 - June 10
3 - 7 pm, Monday-Thursday
3 - 8 pm, Friday
Noon - 8 pm, Saturday
Noon - 7 pm, Sunday

May 30
Memorial Day Pool Party
Pool open 10 am-7pm

June 11 - August 24
10 am - 8 pm, Sunday - Thursday
10 am - 9 pm on Friday & Saturday

August 25 - August 28
3 pm - 7 pm, weekdays
10 am - 7 pm, weekends
Hours will be extended on Fridays depending on the weather.

September 5
Labor Day Pool Party!
Pool Open 10 am - 7pm
August 29 - TBA
3 pm - 7 pm, weekdays
Noon - 7 pm, weekends

The pool will be open at all times.  However, from May 16 - July 15, some of the pool will be closed for swim team practice from 4:30 to 6:15 pm Monday - Friday.  During this time, TCST will have 3-4 lanes.  Lap swimmers will always be accommodated.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Platform Tennis

Chapel Hill Platform Tennis League
Platform Tennis Program
 The Chapel Hill Tennis Club
All levels, including new players, encouraged to come outdoors this winter to experience paddle excitement, fun, exercise, and camaraderie.
Demo paddles available (sharpen your tennis volley, mind, and reflexes for spring tennis).
Paddle Season Kick-Off Event / Free Clinics, Organized Play and Pro Exhibition / Date TBA
All details for this very FUN Season Opening Event will be publicized and emailed out separately.                       
Paddle League / Organized Play   (begins early December)
FOR ALL LEVELS!  Organized play on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings beginning at 6:30 or 8:00pm.  Separated by level.
COME JOIN US!  We usually have the fire bowl going and there is always plenty of beer for players and spectators.
NO FEE other than chipping in for balls and sometimes beer.
Sign-up by Contacting Max Hilkey < matthewhilkey@gmail.com>
Drop-In Paddle Socials (no charge)
Pro supervised paddle socials December through February
Beginners welcome.  Demo paddles, balls, and pointers will be provided.
  • Monday Nights         7:00-8:30pm
Private and Semi-Private Paddle Lessons
  • Available with fees identical to outdoor tennis lessons
Contact Max Hilkey < matthewhilkey@gmail.com> to book a Paddle Lesson


CHTC Club Tournament                   January/February TBA
Our version of club championships for paddle.  Women’s, Men’s, and Mixed draws.  Senior and B draws if enough interest.  Play multiple draws if you like!
Sign-up with Max Hilkey < matthewhilkey@gmail.com>
Joseph B. Dudley Carolina Paddle Cup            March TBA
3rd Annual Winston-Salem vs Chapel Hill.
Tar Heel Men’s APTA Tournament    February 11
The 4th Annual Tar Heel Men’s APTA Region VII PCQ tournament will be held this winter.  Come play, watch, or join us for lunch.
Contact  Max Hilkey < matthewhilkey@gmail.com> to sign up
Southern Tournament Schedule
Dec. 3          - Games on the James Men’s, Richmond
Jan. 22-23  - Peachtree Men’s Invitational NRT, Atlanta       
Jan. 28        - Southern Invitational Men’s
Feb. 4          - Charlottesville Men’s NRT
Feb. 11        - Tar Heel Men’s, Chapel Hill      CHAPEL HILL!
Mar.15-18   - APTA Nationals and President’s Cup, Chicago
Want more information?
* Platform Tennis Magazine   (look for copies in CHTC clubhouse)
* wwww.PlatformTennis.org           American Platform Tennis Association
* www.PlatformTennis.com         RGM Court Installation and Maintenance
* www.PaddlePro.com                  PaddlePro popular paddle website
*Ask CHTC staff or a paddle committee member