The sport courts at Eastgate and Lakemont Parks will follow a “Shared-Use” schedule starting July 1 to allow more equitable use of tennis and pickleball courts. Each sport will have a scheduled block of time (length varies seasonally) at each park every day of the week. Times will alternate daily to ensure that players have dedicated time to play their sport of choice. Read more...
Robinswood Tennis Center has received national and regional recognition for its comprehensive programs and outstanding community service. The facility includes: four indoor courts and four outdoor lighted courts. Throughout the winter months, two indoor courts are added with a state-of-the-art air structure. Other amenities include locker rooms, mini-pro shop, and a viewing area.
Court reservations may be made for both indoor and outdoor tennis courts, singles play, doubles play and ball machine (up to four people). Please call us to book a court time.
Registration Dates: 2024 Summer Sessions
Youth Clinic - 2024 Summer Sessions
- March 25: Bellevue Residents
- April 1: Non-Bellevue Residents
Adult Tennis Lessons - 2024 Summer 1 and 2 Sessions
- June 3: Bellevue Residents
- June 10: Non-Bellevue Residents
*NEW* Registration Time - 12 p.m.
Registration for classes and programs will now open at noon on the above listed registration dates.
Court and Pro Shop Fees
Court reservations can be made up to six days in advance by calling 425-452-7690 starting at 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. One reservation per phone call. (During the Summer, Friday reservations can be made on Mondays following the weekend).
- No membership fee required.
- In-person reservations not accepted at or before 8:30 a.m.
- Reservations less than 6 days can be made during business hours by phone or in-person.
- There is a 24-hour cancellation period and a no-show policy.
- The full court cost will be due for all no-shows or cancellations requested less than 24-hours from the start of the court time.
*NEW* Court Fees (beginning January 2)
Indoor Court Rental Fees (per court):
- Indoor Singles (2 players)
- 60 minutes $34
- 75 minutes $36
- 90 minutes $38
- Indoor Doubles (3-4 players)
- 60 minutes $48
- 75 minutes $52
- 90 minutes $56
Tennis Ball Machine
- Indoor Machine (4 players maximum)
- 60 minutes (only) $46
Outdoor Court Rental Fees (per court)
- Outdoor Singles (2 players)
- 60 minutes $16
- 75 minutes $18
- 90 minutes $20
- Outdoor Doubles (3-4 players)
- 60 minutes $26
- 75 minutes $28
- 90 minutes $32
Pro Shop
Our pro shop offers the latest line of tennis rackets to demo or purchase: grips, tennis balls, and other miscellaneous items are also available (Prices vary).
Racket Rental - $2
Re-Stringing
Our professional in-house racket re-stringing is available on site with the option to purchase strings, grips and over grips (Prices vary).
*Grommet replacement and installation not available
Labor-only price (Provide your own string):
- General - $21
- RTC Juniors - $18
- Natural Gut - $30
Junior Teams - 2024 Summer 1 Session
Tryout forms can be dropped off at the front desk starting the dates provided below. (Emailed forms are not accepted at this time).
2024 Summer 1 Session - Junior Teams Tryout Form - Tryout forms can be dropped off at the front desk starting June 10.
Team 1
Have you progressed past Saturday Intermediate Lessons? Players at this level should already be able to keep score, play matches against other players, execute volleys and overheads, and place serves consistently in the box. This team is for USTA Rookie Level Tournament Players.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $126
- Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
- June 25-July 25
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- June 25 and June 27
- No class July 4
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Team 2
Players on Team 2 have finished a session in one of the top ladder spots on Team 1. They have shown a progression of their basic skills, and they are incorporating those skills into their match play. Team 2 players are playing at an intermediate USTA level.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $126
- Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
- June 25-July 25
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- June 25 and June 27
- No class July 4
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Tournament Team
Players on Tournament Team have finished a session in one of the top spots on Team 2. A requirement for this team is that the student is actively participating in tournaments. The student has a strong grasp of the basics and is working on developing offensive shots and strategies. Tournament Team players are playing at an intermediate and/or advanced USTA level.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $196
- Days/Time:
- Mondays, Wednesdays 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Fridays 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
- June 24-July 26
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- June 24 and June 26
- No class July 5
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Elite Team
This junior team is for USTA Champs level players only. Participants should be ranked in the top 50 of their age group in the Pacific Northwest to try out. This team is Drill and Match-play environment and is the highest level of Junior Teams at Robinswood.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $196
- Days/Time:
- Mondays, Wednesdays 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
- Fridays 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
- June 24-July 26
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- June 24 and June 26
- No class July 5
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Junior Teams - 2024 Summer 2 Session
Tryout forms can be dropped off at the front desk starting the dates provided below. (Emailed forms are not accepted at this time).
2024 Summer 2 Session - Junior Teams Tryout Form - Tryout forms can be dropped off at the front desk starting July 15.
Team 1
Have you progressed past Saturday Intermediate Lessons? Players at this level should already be able to keep score, play matches against other players, execute volleys and overheads, and place serves consistently in the box. This team is for USTA Rookie Level Tournament Players.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $112
- Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
- July 30-August 22
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- July 30 and Aug 1
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Team 2
Players on Team 2 have finished a session in one of the top ladder spots on Team 1. They have shown a progression of their basic skills, and they are incorporating those skills into their match play. Team 2 players are playing at an intermediate USTA level.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $112
- Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
- July 30-August 22
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- July 30 and Aug 1
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Tournament Team
Players on Tournament Team have finished a session in one of the top spots on Team 2. A requirement for this team is that the student is actively participating in tournaments. The student has a strong grasp of the basics and is working on developing offensive shots and strategies. Tournament Team players are playing at an intermediate and/or advanced USTA level.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $168
- Days/Time:
- Mondays, Wednesdays 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Fridays 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
- July 29-August 23
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- July 29 and July 31
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Elite Team
This junior team is for USTA Champs level players only. Participants should be ranked in the top 50 of their age group in the Pacific Northwest to try out. This team is Drill and Match-play environment and is the highest level of Junior Teams at Robinswood.
- Ages: 7-18; tryout required
- Fees: $168
- Days/Time:
- Mondays, Wednesdays 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m.
- Fridays 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
- July 29-August 23
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
- July 29 and July 31
- Tryout dates (two day tryout, both days required):
Youth Clinics - 2024 Summer Sessions
Registration Dates:
- March 25: Bellevue Residents
- April 1: Non-Bellevue Residents
Little Lobbers Instructional Clinics
The Little Lobbers class focuses on young children building hand-eye coordination and developing muscle memory for basic form.
- Ages: 4-6
- Fees: $52 / $39 (Week 1)
- Days/Time: Monday through Thursday, 12:15 p.m.-1 p.m.
- July1-July 3, course 3574
- No Class July 4
- July 15-July 18, course 3578
- July 29-August 1, course 3582
- August 12-August 15, course 3586
- July1-July 3, course 3574
Youth Mini Clinics
This clinic is appropriate for new players as well as players with some playing experience. Tennis fundamentals are covered as well as tennis related drills, games, and activities.
- Ages: 7-13
- Fees: $156 / $117 (Week 2)
- Days/Time: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
- June 24-June 27, course 3571
- July1-July 3, course 3573
- No Class July 4
- July 8-July 11, course 3575
- July 15-July 18, course 3577
- July 22-July 25, course 3579
- July 29-August 1, course 3581
- August 5-August 8, course 3583
- August 12-August 15, course 3585
- August 19-August 22, course 3587
Teen Instructional Clinics
The Teen Class is designed for beginning to advanced beginning level of teens. The class will focus on tennis fundamental skills.
- Ages: 14-17
- Fees: $52
- Days/Time: Monday through Thursday, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
- June 24-June 27, course 3572
- July 8-July 11, course 3576
- July 22-July 25, course 3580
- August 5-August 8, course 3584
- August 19-August 22, course 3588
Adult Tennis Lessons - 2024 Summer 1 and 2 Sessions
Tennis classes:
- At the Robinswood Tennis Center, our goal is to provide productive, high-quality programs for our participants. Enrolling students with others of similar abilities is vital in achieving this goal. Some classes require that a pre-requisite be met prior to enrolling. If you are unsure of your level (or your child’s level), please speak with one of our staff for assistance.
- Repeating levels is common. Students should not move to the next level unless directed or approved by an instructor.
- Space is limited. Participants may ONLY register for one class AT THEIR SKILL LEVEL. Participants may not register for more than one class, including additional classes at a different level (Summer 1 and Summer 2 are separate sessions)
- Students registered for more than one class or a class at the incorrect level will be removed according to the City’s withdrawal policy and will be charged a withdrawal fee.
*Don’t have a USTA rating? Self Rate at: https://tennislink.usta.com/dashboard/main/signup.aspx
Registration Dates:
- June 3: Bellevue Residents
- June 10: Non-Bellevue Residents
Adult Beginning Tennis
Level 1 is designed to provide basic skills needed to play tennis, including etiquette, rules, and scoring. USTA Level of 2.0
Summer 1
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $100
- Tuesdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- June 25-July 23, course 3589
- Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- June 26-July 24, course 3590
Summer 2
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $80
- Tuesdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- July 30-August 20, course 3664
- Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- July 31-August 21, course 3665
Adult Advanced Beginning Tennis
These lessons build on the basics, reinforcing technique, adding advanced drills and learning how to play doubles. USTA level of 2.5 or higher.
Summer 1
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $100
- Tuesdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- June 25-July 23, course 3591
- Wednesdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- June 26-July 24, course 3592
Summer 2
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $80
- Tuesdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- July 30-August 20, course 3666
- Wednesdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- July 31-August 21, course 3668
Adult Intermediate Tennis
These lessons are for participants who already have sound fundamentals and are working on advanced technique such as spin serves, continental grip volleys, the slice backhand and basic strategies. USTA Level of 3.0 or higher.
Summer 1
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $100 (Mon) / $80 (Thurs)
- Mondays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- June 24-July 22, course 3593
- Thursdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- June 27-July 25, course 3594
- No class July 4
Summer 2
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $80
- Mondays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- July 29-August 19, course 3671
- Thursdays, 7:45 p.m.-9 p.m.
- August 1-August 22, course 3674
Adult Advanced Tennis
Class will focus on more advanced drills and strategy for singles/doubles play. USTA Level of 3.5 or higher.
Summer 1
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $100 (Mon) / $80 (Thurs)
- Mondays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- June 24-July 22, course 3595
- Thursdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- June 27-July 25, course 3596
- No class July 4
Summer 2
- Ages: 18 and older
- Fees: $80
- Mondays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- July 29-August 19, course 3675
- Thursdays, 9 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
- August 1-August 22, course 3676
Adult Leagues - Ladies' Cups / USTA - 2024 / 2025
Seattle Area Ladies' CUPS Leagues These leagues offer six different levels of play: Evergreen, Emerald, Classic, Rainier, Challenge, and Kingco, with an NTRP rating of 2.5-5.0. Cup registration forms accepted through June 28, 2024. The season runs 19 weeks beginning in September.
Cups forms may be submitted to the Robinswood front desk or emailed to Max at mmehren@bellevuewa.gov.
- Fees: $18/person
- CUPS
- Robinswood Tennis Center Cups Registration Form 2024
USTA
Annual Tournaments, Mixed Doubles, Junior Team Tennis, Senior, Men’s & Women’s Adult Leagues.
USTA forms may be submitted to the Robinswood front desk or emailed to Max at mmehren@bellevuewa.gov from June 17-28. Lottery selections will be notified by 4 p.m. Monday, July 1. $75 team fee due by Friday, July 8 by 3 p.m. to secure the team’s spot.
Private Lessons
PRIVATE LESSON POLICIES:
Robinswood Tennis Center offers private instruction for individuals and groups of up to four people. Due to limited availability, the private lesson policy was established to ensure equal opportunity and access for anyone interested in scheduling private instruction.
- Lessons can be scheduled beginning 9:30 a.m. on the 24th of the current month for the following month, by phone 425-452-7690, select option 2. Each month is an independent booking schedule.
- No private lessons available July through August.
- An alternate call in date may be in place for September private lessons due to an annual facility maintenance closure in August. Call-in date to be determined.
- All bookings are final. Adjustments are not permitted.
- An additional private or semi-private lesson can be booked after the completion of the first lesson.
- One lesson per household.
- One waitlist option is available per household if not currently scheduled for a lesson.
- Only Robinswood tennis pros are permitted to instruct on site.
- Spectating is not permitted.
- Payment due at the time of booking.
Fees per hour/group:
- 1 person $75
- 2 people $80
- 3 people $93
- 4 people $100
Cancellation Policy: Cancel 48 hours in advance for 100% refund. Cancel within 48 hours, there is no refund. All bookings are final. Adjustments are not permitted. All cancelled lessons will be opened to our waitlist.
Week-to-Week Tennis / Classes
Cardio Tennis
Cardio Tennis consists of short cycles of workouts. Players of all abilities enjoy tennis together while they also consistently elevate their heart rates into their aerobic training zone.
Register up to seven days in advance.
- Register online, beginning at 12 p.m.
- Register by phone, beginning at 12:30 p.m., 425-452-7690
- Ages: 18 years and older
- Fees: $13
- Non-refundable
- Non-transferable
- Class size: Minimum 4/maximum 8
- Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Senior Drill and Play
This class is a combination of instruction, drill and point play, running September through June.
Register up to seven days in advance.
- Register online, beginning at 12 p.m.
- Register by phone, beginning at 12:30 p.m., 425-452-7690
- Ages: 50 years and older
- Fees: $14
- Non-refundable
- Non-transferable
- Class size: Minimum 4/maximum 8
- Tuesdays, N/A
Wheelchair Tennis
Currently not available
Robinswood Tennis Center is offering a six-week drop-in wheelchair tennis program. Each class is one hour and fifteen minutes long. No prior tennis experience is required. It is designed as a drill workout class covering mobility patterns, tennis stroke production and games. Registration for this class may only be done in person with instructor Bill Dow.
- No online registration
- Call front desk for information and availability, 425-452-7690.
Tennis for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Adaptive Recreation Tennis Class
Tennis for individuals with intellectual disabilities allow participants to be introduced to basic tennis skills with the focus on building self-esteem and participation. Registration for this class may only be done in person with Instructor Sara Wilson. Contact the front desk for assistance 425-452-7690
Spring 2 Session Registration Dates:
March 4: Bellevue Residents
March 11: Non-Bellevue Residents
- Ages: 14 and older
- Fees: $56
- Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
- May 1-June 12, course 2744
Miscellaneous Services Offered
Outdoor Tennis Courts
Please see the Outdoor tennis courts page for a list of courts operated by the City of Bellevue.
Private Facility Rental
The Tennis Center is available for rental for special events, group functions, birthday parties, and other activities. Please call for availability and fees.
FAQs
Q. Do I need a membership to play tennis at Robinswood?
A. No. Since Robinswood is a public facility, membership is not required.
Q. Can I get tennis lessons through Robinswood?
A. Yes. Lessons are available for groups or individuals. Group lessons meet once per week, Monday through Thursday. Day lessons are scheduled for either 11:00 a.m. or 12:15 p.m., and evening lessons for either 7:45 p.m. or 9 p.m. Private instruction can be arranged by calling the front desk to set up an appointment with an instructor. See the Private Lessons section above.
Q. What is the program registration policy?
- Call Robinswood for current information about registration dates. A 9-10 day advanced registration preference is given to households within the City of Bellevue.
- Registration can be done over the phone or online.
- Robinswood Tennis Center does not give refunds or pro-rate fees. Credit may be given, but only under special circumstances. Management approval is required.
Q. What is the program cancellation policy?
General Recreation Programs/Mini-Camps:
- A refund is granted if the withdrawal is made at least seven (7) calendar days prior to the start of class, less a $10 administrative fee per participant, per program.
- Class withdrawals requested fewer than seven (7) calendar days prior to class will result in a refund of 50% of the program fee, per participant, per program.
- Class withdrawals requested on or after the first day of the class will result in no refund.
Q. What is the court reservation policy?
A. Reservations may be made up to six days in advance, starting at 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. During the Summer, Friday reservations can be made on Mondays following the weekend. Court time is reserved for 60, 75 or 90 minutes, depending on the facility's schedule. All court cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
- The full court cost will be due for all no-shows or cancellations requested less than 24-hours from the start of the court time.
Inclement Weather Plan
In the event of inclement weather, Bellevue Parks & Community Services will make every effort to clearly communicate the status of facilities and programs, special events, and rentals. The department will make an operational decision based upon the safety of participants and employees and the ability to appropriately staff programs and facilities.
Facility operating hours may vary, and those facilities not able to operate at full capacity may be open for drop-in activities on a modified schedule. Call the facility to confirm operating hours. If you are unable to reach the facility, then call the Parks & Community Services Department general information line at 425-452-6885 or visit the Parks homepage.
Inclement weather can affect park use and trail conditions. Please use caution when visiting park sites during poor weather as trails and other park facilities may become wet and slippery. Park trails may also be closed.