There is a lot of shouting going on in the Billabong Bar. Some 60 of us have turned up at Newk’s Tennis Ranch on a balmy October weekend, and after introductions to the pros, an hour of lively drills, and a dinner of steak, salmon, scalloped potatoes, sautéed vegetables, salad, and chocolate cake we’ve reconvened in the bar, divided now into two groups, Team Australia and Team USA, for a pep talk with our respective captains and camp co-directors, Chris Jacques and Mitch Joyce.
The actual Davis Cup-style competition won’t take place until tomorrow when we gather as teams in two separate bleachers to cheer on our respective captains and their partners in a pro doubles exhibition. Tonight, however, we’re being introduced to the fine art of “barracking,” which consists chiefly of shouting loudly to support your team coupled with hurling insults at the opponents. And for those of us on Team Australia that also means a rehearsal of the classic cheer: “Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oy, Oy, Oy.” The team meetings over, many of us grab a drink at the bar and head outside to a pavilion and firepit for s’mores, entertainment by the Grand Slams—an informal band comprised of several of the pros—and a chance to get to know more of our fellow campers.
They don’t make tennis camps like Newk’s tennis ranch anymore. It is the last of a breed, a vestige of the tennis-boom era when days of banging balls were followed by nights of hanging out with the pros and new-found tennis mates. Everybody played together all day and then gathered together again for dinner, merry-making, and maybe a beverage, and entertaining one another with songs, stories, and conversation. The unwritten assumption was that anyone who loved tennis enough to spend five hours a day doing drills must be worth getting to know.
Former world No. 1 John Newcombe opened the ranch in 1968 with former Trinity University coach Clarence Mabry. Much of the teaching methodology continues to be based on the techniques Newk learned from legendary Australian Davis Cup coach Harry Hopman and on those Mabry employed when he helped launch the careers of Dick Stockton, Brian Gottfried, and Chuck McKinley. As principal owner, Newk spends as much as six weeks a year at the Ranch, including two Fantasy events (see Calendar below. Historic photos and magazine covers of Newk decorate the walls of the main lodge, as do posters of Australia. His influence permeates the camp.
The property was, in Newk’s words “a run-down dude ranch,” when he and Mabry first looked at it, but its location in the Texas Hill Country, 20 miles north of San Antonio and 30 miles south of Austin, appealed to Newk who wanted a retreat from the circuit when he was in the U.S. Today the ranch has 31 courts, four of them indoors and another four that are clay. The original ranchhouse has a pro shop, dining room with tables for eight or more, and the Billabong Bar. Behind the ranchhouse stretches a terraced deck with picnic tables in the shade of several large live oaks—a camper favorite for lunch on pleasant days—just steps from an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. From there it is a short stroll to the adult accommodations, which consist of a mixed bag of rooms, cottages, casitas, and one- and two-bedroom condos. As the ranch has grown, so has the town of New Braunfels, so the spread no longer feels so rural and isolated as it did when I first visited—particularly given that John Newcombe Estates, a housing development and country club, has spring up on the adjacent 200 acres. Still, I surprised a couple of deer on campus as I walked to breakfast one morning and another camper spotted a javelina.
Phil Hendrie has been the Director of Tennis for the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch for the past 40+ years, overseeing both the adult and junior programs. Throughout his time at the Ranch he has coached players such as Lleyton Hewitt, Li Na, Michael Venus, Nicole Melichar, Ryan Harrison, and many more. He also has a high success rate of getting young players college scholarships. Phil heads up a staff of more than a dozen tennis professionals including Stephen Rogers and Max McDulin, the Directors of Adult Tennis.
Tennis Programs: In the adult camps, each day begins with a basic overview of the strokes on the day's agenda, generally focused on basics of technique. From there it's out to the courts and a mixture of drills, half of them with the pro doing the feeding, the other half live ball sessions, pitting campers against each other or one or more pros. There is often one or more pros who rove, pulling aside individual campers for specific advice on improving a particular stroke. Each of the morning and afternoon sessions lasts 2½ to 3 hours and often conclude with some sort of informal doubles competition. Midweek sessions add videotaping to the mix.
Court Complex: 27 hard courts (4 covered) and 4 Har-Tru courts
Court fees: None
Off Court
Fitness Center: Although it is hard to imagine why anyone who spends 5 hours on court would feel the need for a fitness center, the Ranch does in fact have one in a cinderblock building near the covered courts, principally intended for the full-time junior academy students but available to adults who feel a need for it. It has the usual weight machines and Cardio equipment along with a battery of devices intended for tennis specific exercises, including medicine balls and balance platforms. It may also come into play, as it did during my visit, in the case of rain, sending part of the group to the covered courts, part to the fitness center for an overview of tennis-specific exercises. There is no spa; however, there is a massage therapist on call.
Accommodations
Campers can choose from a variety of accommodations, all clustered around or near the courts. These range from simple rooms with two double beds to one- and two-bedroom condos, the latter with fireplaces, full kitchens, and washer-dryers.
Getting there
Seasons: Year-round with the lowest rates available from November through February.
Travel Instructions: By air: The nearest airports are San Antonio, roughly 30 minutes to the south, and Austin, roughly 45 minutes to the north. By Car: The ranch is on Highway 46 in New Braunfels, Texas. From San Antonio, take I-35 North to Loop 337. Exit and turn left following Loop 337 to Highway 46 West. Exit, turn left (west), and drive approximately 2 miles then turn left at the large water tower marked "Newks Resort." Follow the signs to the Main Lodge.
Newks is and remains at the forefront of the Tennis Experience. To be fully immersed in an experience that has a culture over 50 years old is no small thing, they stand alone. Kids and Adults deserve this experience at least once in their life time… and will find themselves going back for years to come. As they say, its a home away from home.
TL
I recently attended the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch for a week long stay. The programs led by Steven and Teg were hands-down one of the best tennis experiences I’ve had.
MA
The ranch is truly top-tier — the coaching is exceptional, the atmosphere is both challenging and encouraging, and the staff genuinely cares about each player’s development. The energy on court is always motivating, and whether you’re just starting out or training competitively, this place will take your game to the next level!
SA
The coaches are super enthusiastic and amazing.
DF
A place I will always come back to! I have met fellow tennis enthusiasts from all over the planet, received wonderful coaching tips that sometimes infiltrate my game and really help, eaten wonderful food, danced like no one was watching ( apologies in case someone was watching) and imbibed some adult beverages in moderation at this gem of a place in the Texas hill country. No pickleball here so I can’t comment on that.
SN
Premium facilities and fantastic coaches – overall a 10/10 experience!
DB
Stephen and Teg were fantastic. The food was excellent and accommodations were great, I can’t wait to go back!
NJ
Awesome place for a great tennis experience
SH
Stephen is absolutely the best tennis coach I have ever had! Although I have disabilities, he always teaches techniques to be the BEST you can be! Super smart and teaches great weaponry for your future matches. If you want to improve your technique, tennis savvy and over all competitiveness, he’s the coach for you!
ST
Love the ranch!
We come 2-3 times a year depending on work schedule. Program was good combination of instruction and live ball play!
CC
Always love playing at the ranch. Special shoutout to Stephen and Thomas for providing great instruction and making it fun!
WM
TEG and Stephen are the absolute best. Would not choose any other coaches
GH
I love tennis and I love the tennis academy & ranch. The coaches are very participative, active, integrating and knowledgeable of tennis skills and teaching methods. They are very patient too, all of which makes the entire experience very memorable and overall fantastic.
I come back to them every chance I can, be it for a weekend, for a holiday, for a summer session or two, whatever I can fit in my schedule, I am there!
PC
I loved my time at the tennis ranch. The facilities were great and I had a very relaxing vacation. The pros worked me hard on the tennis court and I am taking a lot of good advice home.
I will be sending my kids to camp this summer and I can’t wait for them to experience the team family atmosphere.
GA
The coaches and overall experience at Newks’s academy are/is amazing!!!
The accommodations however, must be upgraded asap!
GP
I had a blast over the week with friends and playing tennis with the pros!
SS
Newks has been our son’s tennis home for the past 3 years. He’s growth in tennis has been amazing but his growth as a person matches. All the coaches are invested in our son’s tennis, along with our family, and have embraced us as part of their Team-Family-Team from day one. Newks is our family’s home away from home and would highly recommend it to any family whose child is interested in tennis.
WS
What a beautiful place to play tennis! Some friend and i did a lesson with Mazi and she was such a great teacher! All of the staff were kind and the bar and amenities were great for after we got done.
PL
Professional and fun! John Newcombe Tennis Ranch enjoys a top rated reputation all over the USA and I can see why. Everyone needs to put the Ranch on their bucket list!
MC
The camps at John Newcombe Tennis Ranch are always filled with great kids and knowledgeable pros. Mazi is one of the best coaches around! I wouldn’t look elsewhere if you’re looking for quality tennis and programs. I recommend it for kids and adults alike.
TEAM FAMILY TEAM 👍👌👍👌
SF
The best tennis place in the world! Hands down. The most positive staff and environment you will find in the tennis industry. The academy is world class.
CE
What a great experience. Coaches are excellent: attentive, knowledgeable, and wonderful communicators. The Hill Country/Aussie environment is really fun and beautiful. Quality food, great camaraderie and reasonable prices.
LI
John Newcombe Tennis Ranch is still the best program around. The camps are always filled with great kids and knowledgeable pros. Mazi is one of the best coaches around! I wouldn’t look elsewhere if you’re looking for high quality tennis and programs. I highly recommend it for kids and adults alike.
KK
Thinking about a tennis vacation. Then think no more because there is really only one place to go. The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch. The wife and I have been going for years,and we can both honestly say that we NEVER had a bad time. Deep in the heart of the beautiful Texas hill country,the setting is beautiful as are the grounds;big shout out to those who keep it looking that way. Accommodations are just what you need. Hey folks,this is a ranch and not one of those overpriced resorts. Shout out to housekeeping for keeping the rooms clean. Food is terrific and very nourishing. Shout out to the kitchen staff. Oh yes,the tennis. Let’s just say whether you are a serious tournament player,or a beginner or somewhere in between,then Newks is the place for you. Whatever YOU desire,the fantastic pros will do their very best to make it happen. It’s really YOUR ranch from the time you check in until you check out. You want clay courts,they’ve got clay courts. You want covered courts,they’ve got those as well. You want individual attention in order to refine a specific stroke, they will work with you to help achieve YOUR goals. The drills are designed around the game based approach philosophy in that each is simulating actual match play. These drills not only allow you to work on technique, but they also test your fitness as well. Trust me,you will improve,but most importantly,you will have more fun than you thought possible both on and off the court. Steve, Teg, Roshi, and all of the pros are there for one thing,and that is to make sure you have the time of your life. Trust me,you will. There is one problem however: the time goes by way too quickly but by the end of your stay,you will say:I’ll Be Back!!!!!!! I can just about guarantee that you will be back….again and again and again…
Have you seen 99.99999% of the reviews? Then why go anywhere else except Newks. Just got back from another grand slam week of great tennis,great pros,great food,and most of all great fun. Folks,there is simply no place else to go when it comes to a tennis facility. You will be a part of the team family team philosophy from the time you check in until the time you check out. The front desk people will start you on your way(shout out to them),the grounds are beautiful(shout out to those that keep it looking good),rooms are comfortable,although you won’t be spending too much time there as you will be too busy elsewhere(shout out to housekeeping), food is healthy and delicious(shout out to the kitchen staff). Then there is the prime reason for going;THE TENNIS!!!!!!!!!!! Huge shout out to the pros. Adrian runs the clinics which are EXTREMELY ROCK SOLID!!!!!!!!! Then we have Hunter,Price, Grigor(the G-Man), Chris, Juan. They will go out of their way to make sure you get the most out of your tennis game in terms of proper technique,footwork,strategy( both singles and doubles),and most of all improvement. Drills are based on game and match situations. They will also do their best to arrange match-play,no matter what your level may be. What else could you want? Oh,you want clay courts,well they have four. You want covered courts,they have those as well. With all they have to offer,why go anywhere else. There is however one thing I must warn y’all about: the only problem is once you start going, you will keep going again and again and again!!!!!!! Not a bad problem to have!!!!!!!!! Overall:BEST IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!
RB
I have been to this tennis camp about 15 times since 2003 with my friends from little Rock ar including once to the Fantasie camp in 2024 and we have never been let down with the staff,instructor and facilities there.
Always a great place to learn and have fun and they will improve your game.
We are going back next year.
Tell them batman sent you and have a great time.
AS
Stayed at The Ranch this past February with my wife. The courtside condo was great. It was rustic and roomy with all the necessities including a washer, dryer and dishwasher. The sliding back door opens to a small patio with table and chairs just a few steps from a number of hard courts. Plenty of opportunities to play tennis on both hard and clay courts, inside and outside. Pickleball courts as well. Food was outstanding.. an international buffet that rotated every day. Our plan included 3 meals per day which turned out to be more than enough. We ended up buying food for our condo that ultimately was not needed but if we were to prepare anything there was a stove, oven microwave and fridge. One thing worth note was that the condos were not so well-equipped with pots, pans, cutlery etc. As mentioned the food service was just amazing but if we had a desire to prepare food it would have taken some effort and foresight to get the kitchenware needed. The clinics all week were great. Varying skill levels were participating and all the pros offered tips and guidance on how to improve our techniques. Our initial session with Steve was friendly, informative and really set the stage for what was to happen during the week. The enthusiasm and willingness to help of Blessing, Roshi, Steve and Teg was admirable and very much appreciated. I especially enjoyed the live-ball drills and gamification techniques that kept me engaged and pushing myself. The weather was unseasonably cool the week we went.. not so much for the first few days but the last 3 days of the camp the temperature dipped to around -4 C (30-ish F I think). Not ideal but I want to stress that this is completely out of their control and by no means ‘ruined’ this trip in any way. Nothing a toque and cardigan couldn’t remedy. Jamie at the bar was very friendly as was the rest of the staff. Love the branded gear in the pro shop..we both bought a boatload of stuff including t-shirts, jogging pants and tops. Be sure to grab some if you vacation there as I don’t believe you can buy it unless you’re physically there. Weather aside: for all the reasons above we pretty much decided that we’d be returning next year by the end of our first day. Highly recommend making this a destination! We will be brushing up on our Spanish for next time, plenty of great places to get authentic Mexican cuisine and BBQ in the surrounding areas.
MM
My wife and I have had multiple trips to the ranch, once for an incredible tennis fantasy week with some of the games best pros, and once a general trip. Both times we had an amazing time. The food, tennis, location, and people are truly memorable. We plan to come to “The Ranch” often in the years to come.
FG
JS
A diamond in the rough of the Texas Hill Country. The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch was my 1st tennis tennis vacation, and it felt like I was in tennis heaven. The pros, staff, & coaching were exceptional! I felt like I knew the pros more by the end of my stay than the ones I get coached by back at home. 10 hrs of tennis for the weekend, karaoke/dance party, amazing atmosphere, what else could you ask for?!? Will be coming back with more friends!!!!
SG
EG
SF
JB
BF
We love newks and can’t wait to come back next year!
SC
We love coming to the John Newcomb Tennis Ranch and resort. So happy to have the chance to play a sport we love with friendly staff and friends and in this beautiful Hill Country setting. We’ll be back!
JD
I’ve had the best times of my life here. The tennis is great! The staff is wonderful. I’ve met some amazing people that have become lifetime friends. Will definitely keep coming back!
NL
NJ
AF
Great place, activities, staff & family feel.
AA
FANTASTIC experience at the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch. I came for their weekend program & it blew my mind. I thought I was in tennis heaven!!! The pros were amazing(Brent, CJ, Roshi, Adrian, etc.), the staff was so friendly, & what they produce is absolutely “World Class!” Cheers mates. Can’t wait to come back!!!
CS
JK
TS
SZ
SJ
RB
SN
Incredible facilities with very welcoming staff and overall provided a really enjoyable on court experience. Will definitely return and recommend to any tennis lovers looking to improve their game!
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458 Reviews on “John Newcombe Tennis Ranch”
Newks is and remains at the forefront of the Tennis Experience. To be fully immersed in an experience that has a culture over 50 years old is no small thing, they stand alone. Kids and Adults deserve this experience at least once in their life time… and will find themselves going back for years to come. As they say, its a home away from home.
I recently attended the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch for a week long stay. The programs led by Steven and Teg were hands-down one of the best tennis experiences I’ve had.
The ranch is truly top-tier — the coaching is exceptional, the atmosphere is both challenging and encouraging, and the staff genuinely cares about each player’s development. The energy on court is always motivating, and whether you’re just starting out or training competitively, this place will take your game to the next level!
The coaches are super enthusiastic and amazing.
A place I will always come back to! I have met fellow tennis enthusiasts from all over the planet, received wonderful coaching tips that sometimes infiltrate my game and really help, eaten wonderful food, danced like no one was watching ( apologies in case someone was watching) and imbibed some adult beverages in moderation at this gem of a place in the Texas hill country. No pickleball here so I can’t comment on that.
Premium facilities and fantastic coaches – overall a 10/10 experience!
Stephen and Teg were fantastic. The food was excellent and accommodations were great, I can’t wait to go back!
Awesome place for a great tennis experience
Stephen is absolutely the best tennis coach I have ever had! Although I have disabilities, he always teaches techniques to be the BEST you can be! Super smart and teaches great weaponry for your future matches. If you want to improve your technique, tennis savvy and over all competitiveness, he’s the coach for you!
Love the ranch!
We come 2-3 times a year depending on work schedule. Program was good combination of instruction and live ball play!
Always love playing at the ranch. Special shoutout to Stephen and Thomas for providing great instruction and making it fun!
TEG and Stephen are the absolute best. Would not choose any other coaches
I love tennis and I love the tennis academy & ranch. The coaches are very participative, active, integrating and knowledgeable of tennis skills and teaching methods. They are very patient too, all of which makes the entire experience very memorable and overall fantastic.
I come back to them every chance I can, be it for a weekend, for a holiday, for a summer session or two, whatever I can fit in my schedule, I am there!
I loved my time at the tennis ranch. The facilities were great and I had a very relaxing vacation. The pros worked me hard on the tennis court and I am taking a lot of good advice home.
I will be sending my kids to camp this summer and I can’t wait for them to experience the team family atmosphere.
The coaches and overall experience at Newks’s academy are/is amazing!!!
The accommodations however, must be upgraded asap!
I had a blast over the week with friends and playing tennis with the pros!
Newks has been our son’s tennis home for the past 3 years. He’s growth in tennis has been amazing but his growth as a person matches. All the coaches are invested in our son’s tennis, along with our family, and have embraced us as part of their Team-Family-Team from day one. Newks is our family’s home away from home and would highly recommend it to any family whose child is interested in tennis.
What a beautiful place to play tennis! Some friend and i did a lesson with Mazi and she was such a great teacher! All of the staff were kind and the bar and amenities were great for after we got done.
Professional and fun! John Newcombe Tennis Ranch enjoys a top rated reputation all over the USA and I can see why. Everyone needs to put the Ranch on their bucket list!
The camps at John Newcombe Tennis Ranch are always filled with great kids and knowledgeable pros. Mazi is one of the best coaches around! I wouldn’t look elsewhere if you’re looking for quality tennis and programs. I recommend it for kids and adults alike.
TEAM FAMILY TEAM 👍👌👍👌
The best tennis place in the world! Hands down. The most positive staff and environment you will find in the tennis industry. The academy is world class.
What a great experience. Coaches are excellent: attentive, knowledgeable, and wonderful communicators. The Hill Country/Aussie environment is really fun and beautiful. Quality food, great camaraderie and reasonable prices.
John Newcombe Tennis Ranch is still the best program around. The camps are always filled with great kids and knowledgeable pros. Mazi is one of the best coaches around! I wouldn’t look elsewhere if you’re looking for high quality tennis and programs. I highly recommend it for kids and adults alike.
Thinking about a tennis vacation. Then think no more because there is really only one place to go. The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch. The wife and I have been going for years,and we can both honestly say that we NEVER had a bad time. Deep in the heart of the beautiful Texas hill country,the setting is beautiful as are the grounds;big shout out to those who keep it looking that way. Accommodations are just what you need. Hey folks,this is a ranch and not one of those overpriced resorts. Shout out to housekeeping for keeping the rooms clean. Food is terrific and very nourishing. Shout out to the kitchen staff. Oh yes,the tennis. Let’s just say whether you are a serious tournament player,or a beginner or somewhere in between,then Newks is the place for you. Whatever YOU desire,the fantastic pros will do their very best to make it happen. It’s really YOUR ranch from the time you check in until you check out. You want clay courts,they’ve got clay courts. You want covered courts,they’ve got those as well. You want individual attention in order to refine a specific stroke, they will work with you to help achieve YOUR goals. The drills are designed around the game based approach philosophy in that each is simulating actual match play. These drills not only allow you to work on technique, but they also test your fitness as well. Trust me,you will improve,but most importantly,you will have more fun than you thought possible both on and off the court. Steve, Teg, Roshi, and all of the pros are there for one thing,and that is to make sure you have the time of your life. Trust me,you will. There is one problem however: the time goes by way too quickly but by the end of your stay,you will say:I’ll Be Back!!!!!!! I can just about guarantee that you will be back….again and again and again…
Have you seen 99.99999% of the reviews? Then why go anywhere else except Newks. Just got back from another grand slam week of great tennis,great pros,great food,and most of all great fun. Folks,there is simply no place else to go when it comes to a tennis facility. You will be a part of the team family team philosophy from the time you check in until the time you check out. The front desk people will start you on your way(shout out to them),the grounds are beautiful(shout out to those that keep it looking good),rooms are comfortable,although you won’t be spending too much time there as you will be too busy elsewhere(shout out to housekeeping), food is healthy and delicious(shout out to the kitchen staff). Then there is the prime reason for going;THE TENNIS!!!!!!!!!!! Huge shout out to the pros. Adrian runs the clinics which are EXTREMELY ROCK SOLID!!!!!!!!! Then we have Hunter,Price, Grigor(the G-Man), Chris, Juan. They will go out of their way to make sure you get the most out of your tennis game in terms of proper technique,footwork,strategy( both singles and doubles),and most of all improvement. Drills are based on game and match situations. They will also do their best to arrange match-play,no matter what your level may be. What else could you want? Oh,you want clay courts,well they have four. You want covered courts,they have those as well. With all they have to offer,why go anywhere else. There is however one thing I must warn y’all about: the only problem is once you start going, you will keep going again and again and again!!!!!!! Not a bad problem to have!!!!!!!!! Overall:BEST IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!
I have been to this tennis camp about 15 times since 2003 with my friends from little Rock ar including once to the Fantasie camp in 2024 and we have never been let down with the staff,instructor and facilities there.
Always a great place to learn and have fun and they will improve your game.
We are going back next year.
Tell them batman sent you and have a great time.
Stayed at The Ranch this past February with my wife. The courtside condo was great. It was rustic and roomy with all the necessities including a washer, dryer and dishwasher. The sliding back door opens to a small patio with table and chairs just a few steps from a number of hard courts. Plenty of opportunities to play tennis on both hard and clay courts, inside and outside. Pickleball courts as well. Food was outstanding.. an international buffet that rotated every day. Our plan included 3 meals per day which turned out to be more than enough. We ended up buying food for our condo that ultimately was not needed but if we were to prepare anything there was a stove, oven microwave and fridge. One thing worth note was that the condos were not so well-equipped with pots, pans, cutlery etc. As mentioned the food service was just amazing but if we had a desire to prepare food it would have taken some effort and foresight to get the kitchenware needed. The clinics all week were great. Varying skill levels were participating and all the pros offered tips and guidance on how to improve our techniques. Our initial session with Steve was friendly, informative and really set the stage for what was to happen during the week. The enthusiasm and willingness to help of Blessing, Roshi, Steve and Teg was admirable and very much appreciated. I especially enjoyed the live-ball drills and gamification techniques that kept me engaged and pushing myself. The weather was unseasonably cool the week we went.. not so much for the first few days but the last 3 days of the camp the temperature dipped to around -4 C (30-ish F I think). Not ideal but I want to stress that this is completely out of their control and by no means ‘ruined’ this trip in any way. Nothing a toque and cardigan couldn’t remedy. Jamie at the bar was very friendly as was the rest of the staff. Love the branded gear in the pro shop..we both bought a boatload of stuff including t-shirts, jogging pants and tops. Be sure to grab some if you vacation there as I don’t believe you can buy it unless you’re physically there. Weather aside: for all the reasons above we pretty much decided that we’d be returning next year by the end of our first day. Highly recommend making this a destination! We will be brushing up on our Spanish for next time, plenty of great places to get authentic Mexican cuisine and BBQ in the surrounding areas.
My wife and I have had multiple trips to the ranch, once for an incredible tennis fantasy week with some of the games best pros, and once a general trip. Both times we had an amazing time. The food, tennis, location, and people are truly memorable. We plan to come to “The Ranch” often in the years to come.
A diamond in the rough of the Texas Hill Country. The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch was my 1st tennis tennis vacation, and it felt like I was in tennis heaven. The pros, staff, & coaching were exceptional! I felt like I knew the pros more by the end of my stay than the ones I get coached by back at home. 10 hrs of tennis for the weekend, karaoke/dance party, amazing atmosphere, what else could you ask for?!? Will be coming back with more friends!!!!
We love newks and can’t wait to come back next year!
We love coming to the John Newcomb Tennis Ranch and resort. So happy to have the chance to play a sport we love with friendly staff and friends and in this beautiful Hill Country setting. We’ll be back!
I’ve had the best times of my life here. The tennis is great! The staff is wonderful. I’ve met some amazing people that have become lifetime friends. Will definitely keep coming back!
Great place, activities, staff & family feel.
FANTASTIC experience at the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch. I came for their weekend program & it blew my mind. I thought I was in tennis heaven!!! The pros were amazing(Brent, CJ, Roshi, Adrian, etc.), the staff was so friendly, & what they produce is absolutely “World Class!” Cheers mates. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Incredible facilities with very welcoming staff and overall provided a really enjoyable on court experience. Will definitely return and recommend to any tennis lovers looking to improve their game!