Looking to brush up your skills or continue building your skill set? All skill levels can enjoy the Courts Plus courts. Courts Plus has been recognized as one of the most active tennis facilities in the Fargo/Moorhead area. A well-qualified staff or U.S.P.T.A. and U.S.P.T.R. professionals are able to offer a wide tournament, and leagues.
PICKLEBALL
Court time rates are $18 + tax per hour. Call for lesson pricing.
INDIVIDUAL & PRIVATE GROUP LESSONS
Do you want to learn tennis or just get back into the game? Contact Oliver or Jason to find out about beginner lessons, private lessons, and leagues. We have something to fit your schedule and tennis needs. Please scroll down to see all our available programming.
Email one of our pros for more info regarding private lessons.
TENNIS COURT TIME PRICING
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$18+TAX
Random court time may be reserved by Courts Plus members as much as 7 days in advance. Call to reserve a court or login to your account to book courts from the comfort of your house or office.
PERMANENT COURT TIME
Permanent court time rates are discounted to $16 + tax per hour. Permanent court time may be reserved with our Director of Tennis, Oliver Summers. Court fees are paid for the entire session at the start of play.
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It is our policy you may not solicit or conduct on the premises any personal training or tennis lessons with or without compensation. You cannot hire a coach to teach at our facility unless that coach is an employee of Courts Plus Community Fitness who has been hired to personal train or teach private lessons specifically.
Meet the Certified Pros
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Tennis Director with Courts Plus since 2000
Oliver moved to the states from London, England after completeing his studies at the University of Portsmouth. There he played no. 1 for their University team. Oliver has been teaching tennis at Courts Plus for the last 18 years and has coached many state champions and college bound tennis players. In 2012 Summers was named Head Coach for the Minnesota State University Moorhead women’s tennis team, an NCAA Division II program.
- USPTA Elite Pro Certified
- PTR Certified
- Started at Courts Plus in 2000
- Sponsored by HEAD
Lesson Prices:
1 hour $55
1/2 hour $30
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Supervisor of Junior Development with Courts Plus since 2014
Jason played Collegiate tennis for the University of Minnesota Morris and has spent the last 20 years as a school teacher and Tennis coach. Jason has been Head Coach for the Fargo South Girls and Assistant Coach for the Boy’s Team for the last 20 years successfully coaching multiple State Champions. At the end of year rankings Jason was ranked no. 1 in the Northern Section in the Men’s 35’s. Jason is an excellent instructor and his extensive knowledge and skill make him an excellent choice for the beginner and advanced player alike.
USPTA Certified
P.T.R Pro certified
20+ years coaching experience
Lesson prices:
1 hour $52
1/2 hour $28
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Tennis Pro with Courts Plus since 1975
Jerry is originally from Fargo and has been a professional with us for many years. He is well known and respected in the local tennis community. Jerry was awarded the USPTA Northwest Division Coach of the Year for 2003. Jerry has the ability and experience to teach the novice player as well as the national ranked player.
- U.S.P.T.A. Pro 1 Certified
- Inducted into the ND Tennis Hall of Fame 2015
- 35 years of teaching experience
- Sponsored by HEAD
Lesson prices:
1 hour $52
1/2 hour $28
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Supervisor of Adult Leagues/Head Pickleball Pro with Courts Plus since 2015
Zach Zitur has many years of playing and teaching experience. He played for Concordia College Moorhead and is currently the Head coach there. He has been teaching here at Courts Plus on a regular basis and is also now our resident Pickleball Pro and can help you reach the next level!
Lesson prices:
1 hour $50
1/2 hour $27
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Tennis Pro with Courts Plus since 2017
Julia Geske was a 2 time state qualifier in Minnesota AA and is currently the top ranked player on the MSUM Dragons tennis team. Last year she was all conference in singles. She spent last summer as a camper at the Gustavus tennis in life camp and is certified with the Profesional Tennis Registry (PTR). Julia is enthusiastic and knowledgeable and can help you reach the next level.
PTR certified
Lesson prices:
1 hour $46
1/2 hour $25
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Tennis Pro with Courts Plus since 2016
Nate Young is a Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) certified Pro as of 2018. Nate previously went to college at VCSU where he played club tennis for a semester. After this Nate transferred to MSUM and founded the MSUM Club Tennis Team, which will be beginning it’s third year. He served as Club President for two years. Nate also received the USTA Northern Sectional Leader of the year award in 2018. Currently Nate works with Shanley Boys and Girls team and is in his third year there as assistant Coach.
PTR Certified
Lesson prices:
1 hour $48
1/2 hour $26
Star Tennis Academy
Our Star Junior Tennis program uses a progressive court system that uses 36’, 60’ and 78’ (regular size) tennis court. Coupled with ensuring the proper racquet length and using different types of tennis balls based on age and ability, our goal is to get your child playing tennis as soon as possible. This system gives your child a visible progression to maximize their improvement.
4 - 5yrs old
4 – 5yr old Stars
For children ages 4-5. The goal is to expose children to the FUN of tennis through movement while using Red transition balls, which was developed to give kids more success.
Tuesdays 1:30 – 2:15 PM CODE: PS
Winter session 1: January 14th – February 11th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Session 2: February 25th – March 24th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Please click the link below to register for ALL Winter Session 1 Stars Tennis Programs BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH AND JANUARY 5TH!!
Non-members click here to register for all Stars Programs
Members click here to register for all Stars programs
Kindergarten thru 2nd grade
K-2 Stars
For children in grades K – 2. The goal is to continue to have FUN and to develop ball judgment skills, improve motor skills and to learn the early stroke mechanics of a forehand, backhand, volley and serve.
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00 PM (Beginner) CODE: TSB
Mondays 5:00 – 6:00 PM (Intermediate) CODE: TSI
Saturdays 9:00 – 10:00AM Beginner: TSS Intermediate: TSIS
Winter Session 1: January 13th – February 10th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 1: January 4th – February 8th
NO CLASS: January 25th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Session 2: February 24th – March 23rd
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 2: March 14th – April 4th
Member Fee: $40 Non-member Fee: $60
Please click the link below to register for ALL Winter Session 1 Stars Tennis Programs BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH and JANUARY 5TH.
Non-members click here to register for all Stars Programs
Members click here to register for all Stars programs
3rd thru 5th grade
Grades 3-5 Stars
For children grades 3 –5 or appropriate skill level. The goal is to continue to have FUN while focusing on the stroke mechanics of the forehand, backhand, volleys and the serve through instruction, drills and fun games.
Mondays 4:00 – 5:00 PM (Beginner) CODE: YSB
Mondays 5:00 – 6:00 PM (Intermediate) CODE: YSI
Saturdays 10 – 11AM Beginner: YSS Intermediate: YSIS
Winter Session 1: January 13th – February 10th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 1: January 4th – February 8th
NO CLASS: January 25th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Session 2: February 24th – March 23rd
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 2: March 14th – April 4th
Member Fee: $40 Non-member Fee: $60
Please click the link below to register for ALL Winter Session 1 Stars Tennis Programs BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH and JANUARY 5TH.
Non-members click here to register for all Stars Programs
Members click here to register for all Stars programs
6th thru 8th grade
Grades 6-8 Stars
For juniors grades 6 –8 and grades 9 – 12. The goal is to have FUN while focusing on the stroke mechanics of the forehand, backhand, volleys and the serve through instruction, drills and fun games. The ultimate goal is to prepare students for the MXP program.
Tuesdays 4:00 – 5:00 PM (Beginner) CODE: JSB
Saturdays 11 – 12PM Beginner: JSS
Winter Session 1: January 14th – February 11th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 1: January 4th – February 8th
NO CLASS: January 25th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Session 2: February 25th – March 24th
Member Fee: $50 Non-member Fee: $75
Winter Saturday Session 2: March 14th – April 4th
Member Fee: $40 Non-member Fee: $60
Please click the link below to register for ALL Winter Session 1 Stars Tennis Programs BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH and JANUARY 5TH.
Non-members click here to register for all Stars Programs
Members click here to register for all Stars programs
Summer stars
Summer Stars
These lessons are held in the Summer at Elephant Park, Discovery School and Fargo South schools.
k – 2 Mondays and Wednesdays classes available 9-12pm
Grades 3-5, 6-8 Tuesdays and Thursdays classes available 9-12pm
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO VIEW ALL OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS
2019 Summer tennis
Summer registration begins February 1st:
Summer session 1 June 3 – June 27
Summer session 2 July 8 – August 2
Fee: $50 per session
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Maximum Performance Academy
MXP is competitive training for the serious junior tennis player. Stroke production, singles and doubles strategy, footwork and mental toughness will be stressed.
MXP Developmental and 10u tennis
MXP Developmental and 10u advanced players
For players grades 5 and up or the proper skill level. Focus on stroke development as it pertains to point play. Lessons include 2 hours of practices and also 1 hour match play per week. Ratio 6:1.
CODE: MXPD
Wednesdays 4-5pm and Fridays 4-6pm
Winter Session : January 15th – March 20th
NO CLASS:
January 24th, February 14th, and March 6th
Member Fee: $240
Non-member fee: $325
Please click the appropriate link below to register BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH AND JANUARY 5TH.
Non-members click here to register for all MXP Programs
Members click here to register for all MXP Programs
MXP Competitive
MXP Competitive
This level is for USTA Tournament players 7th grade and up. These players are EXPECTED to play in ALL local USTA Tournaments. Please discuss possible exceptions with Jason or Oliver. Focus on competitive play strategies, footwork, and mental toughness. 3 hours of practices and 1.5 hours of match play per week will be offered. Please choose between the two times below on your registration form. Players will be divided by ability on those days.
Drills offered:
4:30-6pm Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and 5-6:30pm Wednesdays(pick two)
Play days offered:
12-1:30pm Saturdays and 1:30-3pm Sundays(choose one)
Winter Session : January 13th – March 22nd
NO PLAY DAYS:
January 25th – 26th, February 15th – 16th, and March 7th – 8th
Member Fee: $384
Non-member fee: $519
ONLY WEDNESDAYS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!! ALL OTHER DAYS ARE FILLED!! EMAIL JASON AT jthiner@courtsplus.org TO INQUIRE ABOUT PRORATING!!
Please click the appropriate link below to register BETWEEN DECEMBER 5TH AND JANUARY 5TH.
Non-members click here to register for all MXP programs
Members click here to register for all MXP Programs
Junior Team Tennis
Winter Junior Team Tennis
For the Winter we offer our High School JTT (Friday Night Lights) and also our Sunday night match play.
Please click on the link below to see dates, prices and registration info:
High School Team Nights
Monthly drill sessions for Varsity and Junior Varsity players 7th grade and up. Includes PIZZA! $15 per time for members and non-members
High School Team Nights
Monthly drill sessions for Varsity and Junior Varsity players 7th grade and up. Includes PIZZA! $15 per time for members and non-members
October 24th(Registration deadline: October 22nd)
November 21st(Registration deadline: November 19th)
Click the link below to register for High School Team Nights
High School Team Night Registration Form
Courts Plus Fall Adult Programs
Courts Plus Community Fitness offers a number of different adult leagues and lessons, please view all our programs below.
Thursday morning Drill 3.0
Thursday morning Drill 3.0
Open to all players 3.0 and below. Doubles drills and strategies with instruction from certified pros
Jan 16-Apr 23
Thursdays 9-1030am (Classes of 1 will go 1/2hr, classes of 2 will go 1hr)
Member fee: $15 per time participants will only be charged when they attend.
Non-member fee: $30 per time, participants will only be charged when they attend
Click here to registerWednesday morning Drill 3.5+
Wednesday Morning Drill 3.5+
Open to all players 3.5 and above, doubles drills and strategies with a certified pro
Sep 11 – Dec 11 (no drill Oct 9)
Drill times: 9 – 1030am Wednesdays (Classes of 1 will go 1/2hr, classes of 2 will go 1hr)
Members: $15 per time, participants will only be billed when they attend
Non-members: $30 per time, participants will only be billed when they attend
Click here to registerWomen's Thursday Singles
Women’s Thursday Singles
Players will be grouped by ability, schedules will be sent out
Jan 23-Apr 30
Match times: 6:30 – 8:00pm, Thursday nights *(Note new time)
Member fee: $225
Non-member fee: $375
Click here to registerWomen's Tuesday Doubles 2.5 and 3.0
Women’s Tuesday Doubles 2.5 and 3.0
For 2.5 and 3.0 players. Play with a different partner each week
Jan 21 – Apr 28
Match times: 6 – 730pm, Tuesday nights
Member fee: $135
Non-member fee: $285
Click here to registerWomen's Tuesday Doubles 3.5 and 4.0
Women’s Tuesday Doubles 3.5 and 4.0
For players 3.5 and above, playing with a different partner each week
Jan 21 – Apr 28
Match times: 730 – 9pm, Tuesday nights.
Member fee: $135
Non-member fee: $285
Click here to register**NEW** Sunday NIght Mixed Doubles League 👫
Sunday Night Mixed Doubles League
Fun mixed doubles for adults of all abilities, must sign up with a partner.
Two sessions offered:
Jan 19-Mar 1
Mar 8-Apr 12
Match times: 7 – 830pm
Member fee: $ 54
Non-member fee: $114
Click here to registerTennis Express, learn how to play tennis in 6 weeks! (co-ed)
Tennis Express, learn how to play tennis in 6 weeks!
Two sessions offered:
Jan 21-Feb 25
Mar 3-Apr 7
Lesson times: 7:30 – 8:30pm, Tuesdays
Member fee: $60
Non-member fee: $90
Click here to registerMen's Monday Singles
Men’s Monday Singles
Players will be grouped by ability and schedules sent out
Jan 20 thru Apr 27
Match times: 6-730pm, 730 – 9pm, Monday nights.
Member fee: $225 (15 weeks)
Non-member fee: $375
Click here to registerMen's Wednesday Doubles
Men’s Wednesday Doubles
For competitive league tennis players. Players will be grouped by ability
Jan 22 – Apr 29
Match times 730 – 9pm
Member fee: $135 ($9 per time) other wise it’s $15 per time.
Non-member fee: $285
Click here to registerTOURNAMENTS
2019 Courts Plus Holiday Tournament
Due to the record number of entrants in this years Holiday tournament and so we didn’t have to limit draws we will be using some shortened formats.
PLEASE READ BELOW:
- All junior singles will be 2 out of 3 short sets to 4, no-ad, set tiebreak at 3-3 and a 10 point super-tiebreak for the third set. (FAST 4 FORMAT
- All Doubles will be 2 out of 3 sets, no-ad with a third set super-tiebreak for the third set. In Mixed doubles on the no-ad points you have to serve gender to gender. So if the female is serving then the female has to receive and vice-versa for the male.
- The 1st 2 rounds of the mens open singles will also be FAST 4 Format. 2 out of 2 short sets to 4, no-ad, set tiebreak at 3-3 and a super-tiebreak for the third. All consolation will be FAST 4 Format too.
2019 Holiday tournament draws
2020 USTA tournaments
Courts Plus Community Fitness, in association with the United States Tennis Association, hosts multiple USTA Sanctioned Tournaments each year and one Club Championship. We would like to encourage all tennis enthusiasts to play or simply view some of the area’s best adult and junior players battle it out. For all USTA tournaments please click the button below:
Contact Oliver Summers for more information.
News from the Pro Shop
The Courts Plus Pro Shop is determined to offer you the best selection of string, grips, racquet advice and other accessories in addition to our knowledgeable and courteous staff. If you are looking for a particular item we currently do not have it in stock, please contact us and we can get any item from Head, Prince, Wilson or Babolat. This includes racquets, string and bags.
OUTDOOR TENNIS COURTS
