The newly reimagined clubhouse at Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s Roy Barth Tennis Center is officially open. The resort that has been listed on Tennis Resorts Online’s rankings of the Top 100 Tennis Resorts for more than a decade and a half, is now proud to offer even more amenities and upgraded facilities for the ultimate player experience.
Tennis Transformed
The clubhouse, which opened on September 18, 2025, enhances one of Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s most storied athletic venues with thoughtful additions designed to serve players and student athletes. A modern pro shop offers the latest tennis and pickleball gear and apparel, while a dedicated classroom and fitness center supports the continued growth and development of Barth-Hawtin Tennis Academy. The all-new Courtside Café, with expansive seating areas, invites guests to relax and recharge with light snacks and refreshments in a casual, courtside setting.
“Creating an unsurpassed player experience always has been and always will be our goal,” said Director of Tennis, Johnathan Barth. “We are pleased to continue Kiawah’s commitment to excellence both on and off the court and look forward to more enhancements in the future.”
From Pickleball to Padel—More Courts to Open Mid-October
In 2024, Kiawah Island Golf Resort expanded its vastly popular pickleball programs broadening its appeal of racquet sport offerings. Today players can choose from pickleball clinics for all ages and skill levels. Private and semi-private lessons from certified pickleball instructors focus on technique, strategy and teamwork, while social events including Round Robins and Play with a Pro events. Junior pickleball camps enable younger players to develop skills and meet with other players around the country and the world.
Following the success of their pickleball programs, Kiawah Island Golf Resort is happy to announce another expansion of its racquet sport lineup. Two new padel courts are scheduled to launch in mid-October 2025, bringing even more action-packed play to the resort.
The Barth-Hawtin Tennis Academy
The Barth-Hawtin Tennis Academy offers year-round full-time and part-time training, as well as personalized coaching services for junior tennis players. In addition to world-class training, students receive daily, character-focused lessons with monthly themes focused on principles like leadership, entrepreneurship, and mindfulness. The curriculum is designed to develop every aspect of a player’s game from goal setting to individual development in a group training environment.
Unmatched Opportunities
Additional recreational activities at Kiawah Island Golf Resort include golf on five championship courses including The Ocean Course, 30 miles of paved biking paths, and guided nature tours. With year-round mild temperatures, wide-ranging watersports such as paddleboarding and kayaking are always in season.
Accommodations include The Sanctuary, the property’s Forbes Five-Star hotel and inviting Resort Villas and Private Homes. The resort is set on a secluded barrier island, close to both Charleston International Airport (CHS) and Charleston Executive Airport (JZI).
Learn more about Kiawah Island Golf Resort, and read real guest reviews on Tennis Resorts Online: https://tennisresortsonline.com/places/kiawah-island-golf-resort/
