Dr. Dave Marshall, who has long been a fixture in Delaware tennis, operates the Dave Marshall Tennis Center at the Plantations, a seven-court club in the gated community of Plantations Resort.
The complex has three indoor hard courts and three Har-Tru and one hard court outdoors, the last with courtside covered seating, as well as a swimming pool, fitness center, and a Pilates studio. A former college player, with a doctorate in history, Marshall has gone on to multiple state and national championships, both age and NTRP divisions, in singles, doubles, and mixed, and he has lately been traveling with the Bryan Brothers. Since he is not at the club full time, he specializes in putting together custom-designed programs for groups to coincide with the times when he is at home, recruiting former touring pro Ellis Ferreira, who is there nearly full time, to help out. He also offers pickleball on a dozen temporary courts. Although lodging at the Plantations is limited (some is available through selected real estate agents), Marshall and his staff can find a variety of other nearby lodging in the area, including houses, condos, and hotels.
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193 Reviews on “Dave Marshall Tennis & Fitness”
Dave coached me in College D 1. Now he coaches on pro tour. Amazing program
great tennis and pickleball
One of the best clubs/instruction around. Been working with Dave for 35 plus years. Great to see his success both at the club and ATP level. Missing out if you’re not working with the Doctor! Dave Marshall knows his tennis. Great summer clinics coming up. Be sure to sign up!
Excellent fun! Great high energy clinics and full of game changing instruction. I have gone back year after year to play, learn and exercise in Dave Marshall’s Clinics. The staff was exceptional and the tennis was amazing. See you next year Dave!!
My husband and I took our first tennis lessons with Dave. Over the years I would take long weekends with my girlfriends. Dave has always been great at crafting a weekend camp/clinic to accommodate all of our skill levels. We’ve spent alot of time at DMT and always had a tremendous amount of fun while receiving great instruction. No matter what your skill level, DMT has a clinic, private lesson or camp for you.
My wife and I have known Dr Dave for more than 30 years. We’ve been going to DMT since the beginning. Our first tennis lessons were with Dave. Dave instilled in us both a love and respect for Tennis. We are better tennis players today because of DMT. Our first pickleball experience was through DMT. Whether Tennis or pickleball, first timer or experienced veteran, DMT has clinics, camps & one on one lessons just for you. We always have fun and leave better players.
It has really good instruction from coaches there to get better and the weakness is that the coaches are often away sometimes with other events going on.
Dave and his team are the best! High-energy competitive drills, exceptional instruction, and lots of fun.
I was a college All-American. I bring my son here to train, even though I own a second home 20 miles south. Dave and his staff have helped my son to grow and mature his game. The buy in from a junior player working with a coach from the pro tour is second to none. When the tennis channel calls him one of the best in the business, the junior player steps up and listens. They had a set back with the fire in the clubhouse, but they have not missed a beat. I feel blessed to have someone work with my son who has Coached Mike and Bob Bryan, Edoardo Roger Vasselin and others.
The best place to go to improve your tennis and pickleball game. A no frills place, where hitting the tennis and pickleball matter. Where you hit it, how you hit it. The staff have played and coached at the highest levels. Dave has won every level professional tournament from 250, 500, Masters, Slams to World Championships. Chris has played at all levels of the tour. Their pickleball pros they bring in are the cutting edge.
I have enjoyed Dave Marshall Tennis for over a decade. The professional attention with lessons, clinics, camps and events is excellent. Dave is an outstanding coach and teacher. His students improve under his direction. He has coached several professional tennis and pickleball players. I was a former college basketball player and coach. As a Coach who has coached in the final four of Division 1 Basketball, I can tell you this is the program to take your game to the next level. I now consult at the NBA level, and this is the place.
The Dave Marshall Tennis and Pickleball club is owned and managed by Dave Marshall who is a world class coach famous for coaching the Brian brothers and many more tour champions. Dave himself runs the clinics and is available to give private lessons. The experience will give you a taste on how pros train and will definitely improve your game.
Dave Marshall Tennis is a wonderful facility to develop any player from the most novice, to training some of the top players in the state. All the coaches and instruction is top notch. With tennis clinics, camps, and private lessons there are many opportunities for any tennis player to develop and enhance their game. Each coach has great knowledge in the game and works to grow each player.
Fantastic year-round tennis and pickleball facility at the Rehoboth beaches. Owner Dave applies his personal touch to meet your individual tennis and pickleball needs. Morning tennis clinics and afternoon pickleball sessions are well structured to accommodate different members’ levels. I definitely would try and book Dave for a private session, especially if you enjoy sweating and pushing yourself hard each time out on the court. Dave and local staff make you feel welcome and part of the growing paddle community.
I have known Dave for almost 30 years. He is an outstanding coach and teacher as well as a good friend. His tennis knowledge is unsurpassed and he coaches on both the ATP and WTA tours. He has been my son’s coach since he could hold a racket and he is now starting as a freshman in both singles and doubles in the NESCAC, the top D3 conference in the country.
We love Dave Marshall’s Tennis Camp. We have been going to Dave’s facility since he opened up. Our 19 year old has participated there from the beginning and is now a college tennis player in the NESCAC. Dave has had a tremendous impact on him and we have valued his expertise and friendship for years. We can’t recommend his tennis program enough!
This was my first time visiting Dave Marshall’s. I came with my USTA team for a weekend camp. I learned more in a 3 day camp, than I have in the last year of clinics at my home club. All the drills and strategies were amazingly simple to understand. I’m excited to add everything I learned to my league matches. I would highly recommend doing a weekend camp with your team!!
Exceptional instruction for tennis strategy. Clinics are the best I’ve ever attended.
Dave Marshall Tennis is exceptional! Can’t wait to return again next summer…my game has improved significantly! SB
If you are into improving your tennis game no matter how high of a level, beginners to ATP/WTA Pro Tour, Dave Marshall is the Man!!! Making not just your game improve but your mind as well, Making sure your keep the Joy of playing tennis there as well pushing you to better overall tennis technique & strategy.
Dave Marshall tennis clinics and instruction are strategic and tactical. Doubles strategy taught by Dave is second to none (evidenced by his past and current success coaching pro players on the tour). This is not a “stroke of the day” clinic. Instead, the instruction takes a cerebral approach to how and why points are won and lost – and the results are almost instantaneous. While some tactics appear counterintuitive, they are proven winners and Dave often follows up with video on the court to show how they work, and they do – from 3.0 to 5.0. Doubles partners, USTA teams and scholastic teams are frequent participants however individuals will also benefit from re-thinking how they approach their competitors on the other side of the net. While Dave Marshall Tennis is not located in the midst of a resort, it is located in Lewes/Rehoboth Beach DE with hotels, ocean beaches, bay beaches, restaurants and clubs which are open year-round.
Dave Marshall is a haven for Tennis and Pickleball. He coached professional tennis players at the highest level. The Bryan Brothers, Edoardo Roger Vasselin, Olmos, Kanepi, Paire, Gonzalez, Mahut amazing list. In Pickleball he can be linked to Fudge, DeHeart and others. They had a set back with a fire in the clubhouse, but the Tennis and Pickleball are going strong.
I have been a member of Dave Marshall tennis and pickleball for the last 15+ years and it’s still exciting to participate in outstanding opportunities to develop tennis skills through private lessons from Dave or high energy clinics with strategy oriented drills for all levels of participants. One thing is for sure, you will have a lot of information to process through your brain. You will enjoy applying it in your matches and discover new joy in playing the game. If you need match arrangements Dave and his staff will do the best to accommodate you. Spring is here and finally we will be able to enjoy 3 outdoor clay courts and 1 hard court. Come and enjoy Dave Marshall tennis and pickleball. Life is too short !!!
Dave Marshall Tennis offers a variety of benefits for players of all ages and skill levels. Dave Marshall is a renowned tennis coach with a proven track record of success. He has coached numerous champions, including NCAA, junior national, and professional players. Dave Marshall Tennis offers a wide range of programs from beginner clinics to advanced private lessons. His clinics are fast-paced, energetic, engaging, enjoyable, and creative with an emphasis on having fun. People can connect with other players of similar skill levels, which can help improve one’s game. The facility is located in Lewes, Delaware close to many beautiful beaches and wonderful restaurants. Come and play great tennis while enjoying the many amenities this lovely resort town has to offer.
I did the tennis and pickleball weekend. The tennis was great, we were able to learn from Dave who has won Wimbledon and the US Open- so that was a highlight. Then we did the clinic for pickleball with Megan Fudge and Ryler DeHeart well that was amazing. World class tennis and pickleball. Megan is 1 in APP, Ryler is ranked high as well. We came back another weekend and did the Jenna Hessert clinic and also worked with Dave when he was home from the Australian Open.
I was in town for thanksgiving on a last minute trip. Dave was able to get me involved in multiple days of group tennis clinics as well as a pickleball mens doubles tournament. The tennis clinics were a blast! Filled with fun games with strategies from pro players that Dave coaches! Dave and his staff went above and beyond to make my short trip a great experience!
Played tennis here for years and now pickleball. Staff is amazing . Very helpful and in touch with the customers needs and wants.
I highly recommend Dave Marshall Tennis. I have taken multiple lessons which have improved my game. Staff is always delighted to help and make my stay fun.
Dave Marshal Tennis is located within minutes from beautiful Rehoboth Beach Delaware. The tennis facilities include both hard surface and clay courts, and air-conditioned indoor courts are a real plus! Pickle ball is offered as well and is extremely popular. In addition there is a beautiful pool and a well equipped fitness center at the facility. All of the facilities are well maintained. The professional staff is the main reason this is a great place to take lessons and play. I’ve taken lessons from Dave Marshal and three of his professional staff. The competence of the staff is one of the reasons that this will be my third return visit. The individualized instruction has helped me to improve my game throughout my stay in Rehoboth. The quality of the instruction is exceptional. When not playing, I watch with amazement the adult and junior clinics that are available. Participants work hard while having a great time. There is an authentic commitment to building tennis skills as well as character. The facilities are great but it’s the people who make this a special place with Dave Marshal setting the tone.
Dave Marshall is always accommodating to our groups last minute drop in. They are really good about catering and tailoring the lessons to our requests. They are great in helping us improve our doubles strategy. Besides my team my son (23) and his friends love going there. They love improving their gamesand having the pro tweak their technique. They enjoy the high level clinics and private lessons. They typically like the 2 hour clinic to meet others and then private lessons. After tennisbthey hit the beach and return to play some social pickleball. I highly recommend Dave Marshall Camp. They offer something for everyone.
I have been going to Dave Marshall tennis for 14 years. I participated all through college and afterwards. The staff is wonderful and super knowledgeable. Dave is also very present with all of his clinics and takes the time to help each individual.
Dave Marshall is one of the best in the business. His professionalism/instruction and knowledge of the game of tennis is by far like no other. I highly recommend visiting Dave and his staff for an experience like no other. From group clinics to cardio tennis to individual lessons, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from and recieve some of the best instruction in the business. You won’t regret this tennis club.
Dave Marshall runs his clinics not just on premise but on court. A high-energy clinic which largely focuses on doubles strategy from a Grand Slam-winning doubles coach that specifically focuses on how to win points, games and matches. These are the same drills Dave uses with his pros currently on tour. In many cases it involves re-wiring what your brain has been taught for decades, in order to produce success, rather than focusing on repetitious drill or stroke mechanics. Often a great mix of USTA team players, high level club players and top regional junior players combine to create a dynamic, competitive and fun experience where everyone leaves a more competitive and cerebral player – at any skill level. The only drawback is that summer in Lewes/Rehoboth Beach can be a busy place attributable to its popularity as a vacation destination.
Dave Marshall is an excellent coach and strategist. His facility and staff are world-class. Very friendly, high energy and exceptional clinics. My game has elevated since I have been working with Dave Marshall Tennis. I look forward to going back every year!
Dave Marshall Tennis in Lewes, DE is an incredible facility for all tennis levels. Located in the coastal DE area, this facility can accommodate visitors as well as year round tennis/pickle ball players.
Dave Marshall Tennis helped me transform my game and improve tremendously! Dave is a special coach and knows how to get the very best out of the players he coaches. Dave is a winner and he helped me win many matches and tournaments.
Dave Marshall tennis club is outstanding. The staff is professional and energetic. I’ve played with many pro tennis instructors and Dave is the best with his guidance and recommendations for my game. I most recently played at the facility for a weekend USTA match and it couldn’t have been a better and more uplifting experience
Dave Marshall and his pros are world-class instructors. I have been playing at Dave Marshall tennis for a couple years now, and it has drastically changed my game. I have also organized women’s tennis trips to come play with Dave Marshall. When he’s not at his own tennis club, Dave is traveling with pros and coaching on tour. You can’t get better instruction than somebody who is currently a pro coach!
Dave Marshall is the best tennis clinic orchestrator and tennis coach! The clinics are so much fun and full of energy. The staff and players are very congenial and welcoming. It’s a great environment for tennis lovers of all ages and abilities!