Located a mere 15 miles from the historic district of Charleston, Wild Dunes Resort is one of the rare vacation properties to afford the diversions of golf, tennis, beach, and marina within easy striking distance of a cultured city. The 1,600-acre property encompasses the northern tip of the Isle of Palms, a long, club-shaped barrier island on South Carolina’s Atlantic Coast. It gets its name from the mounds of sea oats-tufted sand lining its 2½-mile-long beach.
I first visited the resort in the 1980s and immediately fell under its spell. That glorious beach aside, it had a very active tennis program and became the host site for the U.S. Clay Court Championships, both of which helped it garner a ranking among the finest resorts in the country. There was one superb restaurant not far from the tennis courts. Bike lanes and a free on-property shuttle made it easy to get around. And best of all Charleston was close enough that you could stay at the beach and drive into town for dinner, an historic houses tour, and in spring the WTA’s annual Volvo Car Open held on nearby Daniel Island.
Under the current management company, Destination Hotels & Resorts, the pace of development has accelerated. The resort looks spiffier than it has in years. The Village at Wild Dunes, a plaza really, comprises a restaurant, upscale market/deli, a day spa, and a fitness center on the main level and condominiums with hotel amenities like room service, bellman, and daily maid service on the floors above to either side. An amphitheater at one end provides a venue for occasional live concerts and the newest addition is a zero-entry swimming pool adjacent to the Village Plaza for the exclusive use of those who book through Wild Dunes Resort. The property keeps getting better.
As the one-time site of the U.S. Claycourt Championships, Wild Dunes Resort has a long history of devotion to tennis, having located its 12 clay courts—one of them a stadium—and four new pickleball courts at the heart of the resort, just a short walk from the Boardwalk Inn and Village.
Tennis Staff: Tennis director Clayton Langheim, who is originally from South Africa, directs the tennis, having come to Wild Dunes from clubs in North Carolina, Connecticut, and Florida. He played Division I tennis for Troy University in Alabama before moving on to teaching and coaching. “I’m big on energy,” he told me, noting that he’s introduced music during the popular 2-hour morning clinics and weekly summer exhibitions. It’s also a quality he looks for in the pros he hires, saying he looks for “high energy individuals who are personable and focused on really teaching as opposed to just feeding balls.”
Tennis Programs: Wild Dunes kicks off each week in season with a well-attended Monday night exhibition, whose centerpiece is a doubles contest featuring staff. That event also provides a venue to introduce the weekly programs and services. Those include conscientious game matching, often drawing on local members, and a diverse calendar of weekly adult and junior clinics and round robins, among them sessions for beginning, intermediate, and advanced adults and for children as young as 4 years. The pro shop manager also coordinates activities, like the adult and junior round robins that take place each week, and matches guests looking for games. There are morning and afternoon programs for all skill levels and ages year round. The local membership includes over 100 active players, further adding to the overall tennis atmosphere. The tennis complex has a new system of online payment and check ins, allowing guests to reserve their spot and get to the court much faster.
Court Complex: There are 12 Har-Tru courts at Wild Dunes, one of them a stadium court, with permanent seating on one side, and a pro shop on the second story overlooking the complex. Five of the clay courts have lights. New to the complex are four permanent pickleball courts, adding another dimension to the racquet activities. Light meals are as close as the deli in the nearby golf clubhouse.
Court fees (for guests who book through Wild Dunes Resort): $15/hour before noon; one complimentary hour after noon.
Off Court
Beach: The beach at Wild Dunes extends for 2½ miles, much of it bordered by tall dunes tufted with sea oats. Its dunes are higher than others found along this coast because there were no cotton or rice plantations of Isle of Palms and therefore its landscape was left untouched. The Grand Pavilion partway along sits just behind the dunes and provides a seasonal place for light meals, snacks, ice cream, and beverages. It also has two swimming pools overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Golf Courses: Tom Fazio designed the resort’s Links and Harbor Courses, the first in 1980, the second in 1986.
Links Course: Fazio used the natural landscape of dunes, marsh, and oceanfront to carve out a true links course. Its finishing holes border the Atlantic at the very tip of the Isle of Palms. Both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have ranked it among the Top 100 courses in the U.S. Par: 72. Length: 6,772 yards.
Harbor Course: More challenging than appears, given the relatively short yardage, since water or marsh comes into play on 17 of the 18 holes. Par: 70. Length: 6,359 yards.
Spa & Fitness Center. The new Spa at Sweetgrass has 14 treatment rooms and a hair and nail salon as well as a fitness center, to complement the one on the Village plaza. it is accessible by using your room key and contains Cardio equipment, Paramount workout stations, and dumbbells in a partially mirrored room with views on the plaza and resort.
There are two swimming pools at the Grand Pavilion, another at the Boardwalk Inn, another with a splash pool at the Sweetgrass Inn, and a junior Olympic pool at the Swim Center. Bikes can be rented at the tennis center, and fishing and boating excursions leave from the marina.
Children's programs: Wild Dunes’ children’s programs stand out for two reasons: they have a solid reputation for quality and they are either free or offered at minimal cost to guests who book their lodging directly with Wild Dunes Resort. Teens, meanwhile, can look forward to lounging at the pool and nightly entertainment and activities. Activities are most frequent from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Dining: There are half a dozen restaurants and bars scattered throughout the resort, ranging from Coastal Provisions, the signature restaurant in the lobby of the Boardwalk Inn, the Beachside Burgers & Bar overlooking the ocean at the Grand Pavilion.
Accommodations
The newest lodging at the resort is the 153-room Sweetgrass Inn, which opened in 2021. Its amenities include a full-service spa, fitness center, expansive pool deck with a zero-entry pool and kids’ splash pool, a rooftop terrace and bar with ocean views, new retail, and three new restaurants. It complements the nearby 93-room Boardwalk Inn, set, like the Sweetgrass Inn, slightly inland though an easy stroll from the resort’s sinuous 2½-mile beach. The five-story lodge was modeled, say the architects, on a turn-of-the-century Caribbean plantation house. It stands at one end of a grand boardwalk framed by colorful townhouses.
When it opened in the late 1990s, this small hotel brought a new dimension of lodging to a resort that previously could offer only villas and houses. The rooms on the front face west and have only little wrought iron French balconies, but many of those on the ocean side have full terraces and views of the courtyard pool below and of the rainbow-hued townhouses that line both sides of the boardwalk. The opening of the Village in 2008 further enhanced the lodging options by offering condominiums ranging in size from studios to three bedrooms but notable for also having such hotel-like amenities as room service, daily maid service, bellmen and valet parking while also having full kitchens, Ethernet connections, flatscreen TVs, and shallow balconies.
Otherwise, the lodging consists of a varied collection of condos and cottages, which range in size from one to four bedrooms, and of privately owned houses with as many as seven bedrooms. Some of these villas and houses front the ocean, others the Intracoastal Waterway, while others are inland, including a complex adjacent to the tennis complex.
Getting there
Seasons: Year-round but potentially chilly in winter. The greatest concentration of family activities occurs between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Travel Instructions: From the airport: Take I-526 East to the Georgetown exit, Hwy. 17 North. Turn left at the light and follow Hwy. 17 North to Hwy. 517, the Isle of Palms Connector. Turn right only Hwy. 517 and proceed over the Intracoastal Waterway to the Isle of Palms. Once on the island, turn left at the light at the foot of the bridge onto Palm Blvd., Hwy. 703. Follow Palm Blvd. north to 41st Avenue, where you’ll see the Wild Dunes directional sign to turn right onto Palm Blvd. (Extension). The main gate will be on your left.
Wild Dunes has a terrific tennis program with pros available for individual, group and daily clinics. Charley Rasheed, the head pro, makes sure all of the staff has a consistent teaching philosophy and style. My game grows with each visit! Very personable and professional staff. Most are former college players and teaching is their full time career. The pro shop is small but well stocked and the courts are kept on great shape.
OF
The Wild Dunes Resort has been the host of two of our Racquet War events. The entire environment is outstanding! The courts are always in amazing shape, all the pros are extremely helpful, and even the viewing areas are perfect for those interested in just watching tennis! I look forward to coming back to Wild Dunes for many years to come!
RS
Great beach, golf courses, and a tremendous tennis facility, Wild Dunes has it all! The tennis instructors at this resort are probably some of the best in the United States. The clinics and private lessons are a must if you vacation there, Charly, Shawn, Tory, Cadill, and Jessie have provided my family with many great hours of tennis. We have been playing tennis at Wild Dunes since the mid 80’s. Just recently Jessie and Cadill started running a very competitive Pickleball round robin to add to the total tennis experience. My family has been to many tennis resorts but Wild Dunes is the one we always go back to.
RV
The facilities for tennis are second to none. The courts are kept in outstanding condition. The are options for players of all levels from Beginner to Expert. Above all else – the staff are welcome and friendly, but the coaching is on a different level. Very inciteful and committed to evaluating and improving your game and self confidence to improve. I travel the World and have lessons wherever I go, but nothing matches the experience and the improvement I achieve from my trips to Wild Dunes and working with Cadill.
LS
Wild Dunes has the most fun loving tennis coaches. I had lessons with Cadill. He was so fun to play with. He was patient and encouraging. I just loved playing with him even if it was hot! Cadill taught me things you could not believe in 1 million years. I am nine years old and just beginning tennis. I could not do a backhand or forehand and in one hour after playing with Cadill I could do it great. The coaches are funny, they are silly, but most of all they are reliable. They can teach you lobs, forehands and backhands you name it they can do it all! They also have nice green sand court so you don’t roll your ankle.
D(
It is a great resort and I recommend going out there everything there is great it is a great golf and tennis resort it also has very pretty beaches
SK
Our family had a great time at the Wild Dunes resort. The location and resort exceeded our expectation in every way. All four of us were able to play tennis at the same time which was a big plus for us. Cadill was amazing with our kids and was able to quickly gauge their levels and tailor the coaching so that they were able to get the most out of the time we were there. We would go back in a heartbeat!
MA
Great tennis coaches, amazing courts, and an overall awesome setting.
CW
We are so very fortunate to live very near this facility. We have travelled to Florida to a couple of different resort tennis facilities. They were fun and very intense in the workout and number of balls we could hit. We really like it at Wild Dunes Tennis Resort. We found individual attention existed that was absent in the other places. Doesn’t matter how experienced you are or are not. Fundamentals are always important. We love the specific instruction we get there with the little distinctions to help improve our game and help to avoid injuries. Cadill has been our instructor now for about a year and we are absolutely thrilled to have him.
DO
Cadill is one of the reasons we go to Wild Dunes every year. He hits with us (and our children) and is one of the most exceptional club pros I can recall. We actually rent a house in the resort, vs on the ocean closer to town, simply to facilitate playing with Cadill each summer. I’ve been playing tennis most of my life (including a D1 program) and now in my 40s it’s a pleasure to find someone as versatile as Cadill who can run me, my kids, and my wife together or separately while also improving my game and removing the rust. He’s a find and so is Wild Dunes. Thanks Cadill….
AT
I play at Wild Dunes weekly and love both the facilities and great staff. In particular Charlie, Cadill, Todd and George are all first rate teachers, offering encouragement while pushing you to improve your game. Pro Shop has excellent selection of merchandise and quick turnaround on racquet stringing. No egos- just friendly, hardworking people in a wonderful setting. Alec T. Charleston January 2019
JS
I’ve traveled all over to play tennis – from West Coast to East Coast, and Internationally (including several places on the “Top 100” list). Wild Dunes is the absolute best – it simply has it all. A great, welcoming group of Pros – who know how to play, how to instruct, and improve your game without re-making your game. Active, competitive, engaging clinics every day – and if you want to find a game outside of the clinic, the Pros are very willing to help make arrangements. The Charleston area adds great food, bars, and music – only 20 minutes away – and, by the way, the beach is across the street! As I said – it has it all. Enjoy it . . . I do.
SG
This program is top notch!! Kadil is an amazing pro that provides thorough, professional instruction at all levels. He has a great personality and has the patience, professional experience and personality to teach all levels of players. This is a great program that I would highly recommend whether you are on vacation or looking for a full time tennis program.
CH
Playing and practicing tennis here was a blast. I learned so much about tennis and teqniques about playing. Cadill is a great instructor and really knows how to teach and be a friend. Everyone there is very nice helpful. I would recommend this place to everyone that plays tennis and to families looking for something to do.
SS
Wild Dunes Tennis is simply fantastic — fun! plus great tennis and instruction, all within a warm atmosphere. One goes home having learned something and totally enjoying the experience. My family includes teenagers who play high level tournaments and one who is more a recreational player and all have a great time and feel good about themselves. Each walks away having been taught in an enjoyable manner and the tournament players each pick up tips and technical advice that they respect and use thereafter. I am a 50 plus year old who plays and the pros always make it perfect for my level. We have been going to Wild Dunes for years and look forward to it every time.
SM
I went to Wild Dunes this past weekend with 4 other friends for Racquet Wars Charleston. We attended a tennis clinic the day we arrived. Codill was our tennis pro. He did a fantastic job. It was one of the best clinics I have attended. The staff and all the pros along with Oakley and his staff from Racquet Wars did an amazing job!
DK
As someone returning to the game after literally decades away, I cannot recommend Wild Dunes Tennis highly enough. From the front desk staff to the pro staff, everyone was friendly, helpful, extremely capable and clearly dedicated to giving players at every level the best possible experience while they were there. I had the delight and privilege to take private lessons with Cadill and Tory, and their impact on my playing was remarkable. Most of all, it was fun. The pros have an uncanny ability to zero in on exactly what an individual needs, whether they are a newbie, a seasoned player, or someone getting back into the game, like me. They accomplish this by listening, paying attention and enthusiastically sharing their profound knowledge and love of the game of tennis. I got racket recommendations, and even info on pros I could work with when I got back home. I simply cannot say enough good things about these facilities and, most importantly, the wonderful, committed folks who work there.
JL
The Pros at Wild Dunes Resort are excellent instructors and the friendliest group of tennis pros you will ever find. If you have something in partiuclar that you need to improve, they will hit it spot on. After tennis, you are steps away from the beach and ocean or change clothes and play one of two golf courses. The tennis shop is always willing to help you connect with either guests or locals in Wild Dunes for a game.
JF
The tennis experience at Wild Dunes is outstanding. The instructors are tenure, experienced pros that make it fun and competitive. They are a key element that sets this tennis resort apart from many others we have vacationed at. Charlie, Jess, George, Kadil and the whole team were great. The clay courts are in great condition, and convenient to everything there is to do at Wild Dunes. Well done, and we will be back!
DE
What an unexpected surprise to have Cadill work with us and improve our game overall. He is a joy to be around, a professional with lots of patience & encouragement for our grandchildren. We couldn’t get enough of his teaching.
RG
At age 46, i took my first lessons at Wild Dunes on Monday. I took my second lesson today (Thursday)! The facility is top notch. The staff is even better. I took a group lesson with my kids and we are all hooked!
EH
Excellent tennis facility. Had a private lesson with teaching pro Cadill Mahara. Excellent. I would strongly recommend a visit to Wild Dunes, SC. Terrific vacation. Excellent facilities. Tennis facility is top of the bunch
DF
Wonderful instruction in a lovely setting! The head pro Cadill and his fellow pros were superb – really attentive and thoughtful in their instruction. We attended the high performance clinics and the pros kept the movement fast-paced and fun. We also had private lessons with Cadill and Tori, both were excellent with great tips that have improved my game. We went for a long weekend and are already planning a return trip before year-end.
RL
Just returned from a short vacation at Wild Dunes. The service was impeccable and our condo was perfect. Coastal Provisions was wonderful for dinner and we had an excellent server, Leanne. Our favorite part was the tennis. Cadill was the tennis pro that gave us lessons. He was an incredible pro. We will definitely be back!
RO
Staff is exceptional… excellent teaching skills, motivates participants across all skill levels, very knowledgeable and very friendly and encouraging attitude. Applies to all pros. Charley, Shawn, Kadill, Jesse, Torry, Martin are the ones I can speak about from personal experience, but there are a few others who I would expect are as good as the ones I have noted. Beyond the tennis are the wide and beautiful beaches, two incredible golf courses, a variety of excellent accmmodations, great dining within and just outrside the complex; marina for boats and minutes from the best city on the South East coast, Charleston. What more can you want?
TW
Cadill is a remarkable instructor. I have lived in Wild Dunes for many years and played a lot of tennis here and elsewhere. For a variety of reasons, I stopped playing twelve or thirteen years ago. Recently I decided to take the game up again, bad habits and all. I went to Cadill to get racket recommendations and asked him to have a look at my strokes. I knew by the end of our first session that I had found someone with superb instincts and unusually talented teaching skills. Cadill has found a way to build on what strengths I have while focussing on the weaknesses with patience and laser-like precision. I have learned more in the time I have been working with him than in all the years of match play and lessons I have had in the past. I think I am hitting the ball better than ever and am excited that, with Cadill’s help, I might be able to return to tournament play. He seems to me representative of a new level of sophistication and enthusiasm in a Wild Dunes tennis program that has always been strong, and I feel fortunate indeed to be part of it again, and under Cadill’s guidance.
CL
Wild dunes tennis is one of the most remarkable places. The staff is friendly, eager and makes you a priority. I came to wild dunes tennis as a beginner player and have continued to learn more and more after every lesson. Cadill is an extraordinary teacher and makes each lesson lively and fun. Wild dunes tennis resort is a must on any destination list !
SH
Wild dunes tennis is awesome! We have come for years because they have great instruction, courts are well maintained and the resort is beautiful. We love the boardwalk homes, the beach, the pools. We highly recommend Isle of Palms!
TJ
Great instructors! Great facility! Cadill is best:-)!
JC
Wild Dunes tennis clinics are an absolute joy to attend. I’ve been twice in the last three months and plan to return as soon as possible. Jessie and Cadill were able to meet the needs of every player in my group, regardless of our age or skill level. They were fun and helpful, and I would highly recommend attending their clinics! The resort is also fabulous! You have everything you need from a convenience store to food to an ATM to relaxation and recreation to a pool and the beach all right there! I went in November and February, so I obviously didn’t get in the the pool but it was still beautiful even in the winter! The scenery is peaceful and calming, and the walk to get around campus isn’t bad at all. I thoroughly enjoyed my morning walks each day of my stay. Charleston isn’t a long drive, and we had easy access to Uber and Lyft to make our getting there and back even simpler. We enjoyed downtown and the weather was perfect! I cannot day enough good things about Wild Dunes!
LK
The pros at Wild Dunes are exceptional. The resort itself is spectacular including the tennis amenities. I would highly recommend tennis lessons at Wild Dunes Resort!
CW
Fabulous resort with a wonderful tennis program. Our group of ladies has been coming here for several years for our tennis weekend. The tennis instruction is top notch and the facilities are great. We will be back.
JH
We LOVE coming to Wild Dunes for our annual girls trip. We had 32 ladies this year and the weather and tennis clinics set up for us were amazing. Jess is my favorite instructor and so glad she is always there with a smiling face for us. The courts are always in great shape, we are able to walk to the shop multiple times a day. I also run when I’m there and it’s nice to have the 3 mile loop. Charly and his staff make our trip always so enjoyable, and that is why we return year after year.
AW
Wild Dunes is a fantastic tennis destination. Charly does a fantastic job leading the crew there and their program(s) send out some amazing young players as well. With the recent addition of Cadill Maharaj, their program has only gotten stronger. His enthusiasm, instruction, and amazing personality will make anyone glad they have come to Wild Dunes. Kudos to the team there; and as a local to the area, it has become one of my favorite places to play.
AM
The tennis facilities are fantastic and well-maintained. We took lessons with Cadill and could not have had a better time! He keeps you moving while helping your fix your form and strokes. Great workout and so fun! Highly recommend!
KG
The staff and Pros are exceptional. The facility is top notch. Absolutely beautiful and so much fun!
SF
Charly and Shawn are amazing. I would recommend their clinic and instruction to any level player. The combination of technical/positioning instruction and mental training is helpful from so many aspects on the court.
MM
My tennis friends and I spent 3 days at wild dunes in Nov./21017. As part of our package we had several hours of lessons with Cadill . We all agreed that the lessons were an excellent work out as well as teaching experience.We had excellent doubles strategy clinics. I would highly recommend the facility and teaching staff.
JL
The pros were impressive! They geared our clinics to be what we as a team needed. They were attentive and organized. Well done!
CC
My family and I were here on vacation and decided to do some tennis lessons. Our instructor was Cadill and he did an amazing job. He was great at correcting our faults and helping us fix them.
SS
Cadill was a fantastic tennis pro. Great instructions when requested. Went above and beyond to ensure an enjoyable experience.
RC
Amazing vacation spot. So many amenities between tennis, golf, pools and restaurants.
JS
As a whole, the instruction is absolutely 5 star. The teaching staff here is friendly and knowledgeable. The clinics and lessons are tailored to what you want and they use their guidance to prepare you for what your game needs. They make it fun and enjoyable. They can and will accommodate one player as well as customize a tennis experience for you as well as your group. I have visited Wild Dunes Tennis numerous times and will continue to go back. They remember me, my family, my friends and make you feel welcome each and every time. How amazing is it that a lesson can be beneficial to an 3.5 rated adult as well as a 13yr old at the very same time. When you’re here and you have worked so hard on your game; it’s in those moments that you know due to the brilliant instruction, the hard work and the fun you have had doing it… the pride on the faces of the staff shows and its all for you!!! A tremendous thanks to Cadill and Jess for keeping us wanting to come back as often as we can. Well done my friends, well done!
ZM
Tennis instructor did an amazing job catering for all levels of players and integrating it into the most beneficial tennis workout and fun games which made us all improve and played to our best potiential
KP
Outstanding tennis resort. Great pros, great programs , enjoyable experience. Nd and amazing facility.
CP
Great pros, great program, and beautiful setting . My favorite tennis destination
SM
Charly and the staff are amazing. I love the adult tennis clinics…. Jess and Cadill are top notch Pros. The pro shop staff is very helpful and friendly and the clay courts are always well maintained. I definitely will be back with my tennis friends.
JA
I just went down and played past 4 days. Awesome instruction and fast pace clinics. Pros are very experienced, and knowledgeable. I saw a big improvement in my game in just a few days with the coaching of Tory. She was patient, encouraging, and pushed me to be a more aggressive player. I would highly recommend them for clinics, lessons, and camps. I have done several other locations and this instruction was the best!
DR
I have been coming to Wild Dunes for over 25 years, but only started participating in the tennis programs the last five years and I regret the years I missed. The levels of clinics are varied for all levels including wonderful junior programs for the children. The staff is amazing and vary drills so when you participate multiple days you don’t feel it’s ever the same. They are accomodating to set up matches for you and make the time no matter when you want a private. Run to Wild Dunes.
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295 Reviews on “Wild Dunes Resort”
Wild Dunes has a terrific tennis program with pros available for individual, group and daily clinics. Charley Rasheed, the head pro, makes sure all of the staff has a consistent teaching philosophy and style. My game grows with each visit! Very personable and professional staff. Most are former college players and teaching is their full time career. The pro shop is small but well stocked and the courts are kept on great shape.
The Wild Dunes Resort has been the host of two of our Racquet War events. The entire environment is outstanding! The courts are always in amazing shape, all the pros are extremely helpful, and even the viewing areas are perfect for those interested in just watching tennis! I look forward to coming back to Wild Dunes for many years to come!
Great beach, golf courses, and a tremendous tennis facility, Wild Dunes has it all! The tennis instructors at this resort are probably some of the best in the United States. The clinics and private lessons are a must if you vacation there, Charly, Shawn, Tory, Cadill, and Jessie have provided my family with many great hours of tennis. We have been playing tennis at Wild Dunes since the mid 80’s. Just recently Jessie and Cadill started running a very competitive Pickleball round robin to add to the total tennis experience. My family has been to many tennis resorts but Wild Dunes is the one we always go back to.
The facilities for tennis are second to none. The courts are kept in outstanding condition. The are options for players of all levels from Beginner to Expert. Above all else – the staff are welcome and friendly, but the coaching is on a different level. Very inciteful and committed to evaluating and improving your game and self confidence to improve. I travel the World and have lessons wherever I go, but nothing matches the experience and the improvement I achieve from my trips to Wild Dunes and working with Cadill.
Wild Dunes has the most fun loving tennis coaches. I had lessons with Cadill. He was so fun to play with. He was patient and encouraging. I just loved playing with him even if it was hot! Cadill taught me things you could not believe in 1 million years. I am nine years old and just beginning tennis. I could not do a backhand or forehand and in one hour after playing with Cadill I could do it great. The coaches are funny, they are silly, but most of all they are reliable. They can teach you lobs, forehands and backhands you name it they can do it all! They also have nice green sand court so you don’t roll your ankle.
It is a great resort and I recommend going out there everything there is great it is a great golf and tennis resort it also has very pretty beaches
Our family had a great time at the Wild Dunes resort. The location and resort exceeded our expectation in every way. All four of us were able to play tennis at the same time which was a big plus for us. Cadill was amazing with our kids and was able to quickly gauge their levels and tailor the coaching so that they were able to get the most out of the time we were there. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Great tennis coaches, amazing courts, and an overall awesome setting.
We are so very fortunate to live very near this facility. We have travelled to Florida to a couple of different resort tennis facilities. They were fun and very intense in the workout and number of balls we could hit. We really like it at Wild Dunes Tennis Resort. We found individual attention existed that was absent in the other places. Doesn’t matter how experienced you are or are not. Fundamentals are always important. We love the specific instruction we get there with the little distinctions to help improve our game and help to avoid injuries. Cadill has been our instructor now for about a year and we are absolutely thrilled to have him.
Cadill is one of the reasons we go to Wild Dunes every year. He hits with us (and our children) and is one of the most exceptional club pros I can recall. We actually rent a house in the resort, vs on the ocean closer to town, simply to facilitate playing with Cadill each summer. I’ve been playing tennis most of my life (including a D1 program) and now in my 40s it’s a pleasure to find someone as versatile as Cadill who can run me, my kids, and my wife together or separately while also improving my game and removing the rust. He’s a find and so is Wild Dunes. Thanks Cadill….
I play at Wild Dunes weekly and love both the facilities and great staff. In particular Charlie, Cadill, Todd and George are all first rate teachers, offering encouragement while pushing you to improve your game. Pro Shop has excellent selection of merchandise and quick turnaround on racquet stringing. No egos- just friendly, hardworking people in a wonderful setting. Alec T. Charleston January 2019
I’ve traveled all over to play tennis – from West Coast to East Coast, and Internationally (including several places on the “Top 100” list). Wild Dunes is the absolute best – it simply has it all. A great, welcoming group of Pros – who know how to play, how to instruct, and improve your game without re-making your game. Active, competitive, engaging clinics every day – and if you want to find a game outside of the clinic, the Pros are very willing to help make arrangements. The Charleston area adds great food, bars, and music – only 20 minutes away – and, by the way, the beach is across the street! As I said – it has it all. Enjoy it . . . I do.
This program is top notch!! Kadil is an amazing pro that provides thorough, professional instruction at all levels. He has a great personality and has the patience, professional experience and personality to teach all levels of players. This is a great program that I would highly recommend whether you are on vacation or looking for a full time tennis program.
Playing and practicing tennis here was a blast. I learned so much about tennis and teqniques about playing. Cadill is a great instructor and really knows how to teach and be a friend. Everyone there is very nice helpful. I would recommend this place to everyone that plays tennis and to families looking for something to do.
Wild Dunes Tennis is simply fantastic — fun! plus great tennis and instruction, all within a warm atmosphere. One goes home having learned something and totally enjoying the experience. My family includes teenagers who play high level tournaments and one who is more a recreational player and all have a great time and feel good about themselves. Each walks away having been taught in an enjoyable manner and the tournament players each pick up tips and technical advice that they respect and use thereafter. I am a 50 plus year old who plays and the pros always make it perfect for my level. We have been going to Wild Dunes for years and look forward to it every time.
I went to Wild Dunes this past weekend with 4 other friends for Racquet Wars Charleston. We attended a tennis clinic the day we arrived. Codill was our tennis pro. He did a fantastic job. It was one of the best clinics I have attended. The staff and all the pros along with Oakley and his staff from Racquet Wars did an amazing job!
As someone returning to the game after literally decades away, I cannot recommend Wild Dunes Tennis highly enough. From the front desk staff to the pro staff, everyone was friendly, helpful, extremely capable and clearly dedicated to giving players at every level the best possible experience while they were there. I had the delight and privilege to take private lessons with Cadill and Tory, and their impact on my playing was remarkable. Most of all, it was fun. The pros have an uncanny ability to zero in on exactly what an individual needs, whether they are a newbie, a seasoned player, or someone getting back into the game, like me. They accomplish this by listening, paying attention and enthusiastically sharing their profound knowledge and love of the game of tennis. I got racket recommendations, and even info on pros I could work with when I got back home. I simply cannot say enough good things about these facilities and, most importantly, the wonderful, committed folks who work there.
The Pros at Wild Dunes Resort are excellent instructors and the friendliest group of tennis pros you will ever find. If you have something in partiuclar that you need to improve, they will hit it spot on. After tennis, you are steps away from the beach and ocean or change clothes and play one of two golf courses. The tennis shop is always willing to help you connect with either guests or locals in Wild Dunes for a game.
The tennis experience at Wild Dunes is outstanding. The instructors are tenure, experienced pros that make it fun and competitive. They are a key element that sets this tennis resort apart from many others we have vacationed at. Charlie, Jess, George, Kadil and the whole team were great. The clay courts are in great condition, and convenient to everything there is to do at Wild Dunes. Well done, and we will be back!
What an unexpected surprise to have Cadill work with us and improve our game overall. He is a joy to be around, a professional with lots of patience & encouragement for our grandchildren. We couldn’t get enough of his teaching.
At age 46, i took my first lessons at Wild Dunes on Monday. I took my second lesson today (Thursday)! The facility is top notch. The staff is even better. I took a group lesson with my kids and we are all hooked!
Excellent tennis facility. Had a private lesson with teaching pro Cadill Mahara. Excellent. I would strongly recommend a visit to Wild Dunes, SC. Terrific vacation. Excellent facilities. Tennis facility is top of the bunch
Wonderful instruction in a lovely setting! The head pro Cadill and his fellow pros were superb – really attentive and thoughtful in their instruction. We attended the high performance clinics and the pros kept the movement fast-paced and fun. We also had private lessons with Cadill and Tori, both were excellent with great tips that have improved my game. We went for a long weekend and are already planning a return trip before year-end.
Just returned from a short vacation at Wild Dunes. The service was impeccable and our condo was perfect. Coastal Provisions was wonderful for dinner and we had an excellent server, Leanne. Our favorite part was the tennis. Cadill was the tennis pro that gave us lessons. He was an incredible pro. We will definitely be back!
Staff is exceptional… excellent teaching skills, motivates participants across all skill levels, very knowledgeable and very friendly and encouraging attitude. Applies to all pros. Charley, Shawn, Kadill, Jesse, Torry, Martin are the ones I can speak about from personal experience, but there are a few others who I would expect are as good as the ones I have noted. Beyond the tennis are the wide and beautiful beaches, two incredible golf courses, a variety of excellent accmmodations, great dining within and just outrside the complex; marina for boats and minutes from the best city on the South East coast, Charleston. What more can you want?
Cadill is a remarkable instructor. I have lived in Wild Dunes for many years and played a lot of tennis here and elsewhere. For a variety of reasons, I stopped playing twelve or thirteen years ago. Recently I decided to take the game up again, bad habits and all. I went to Cadill to get racket recommendations and asked him to have a look at my strokes. I knew by the end of our first session that I had found someone with superb instincts and unusually talented teaching skills. Cadill has found a way to build on what strengths I have while focussing on the weaknesses with patience and laser-like precision. I have learned more in the time I have been working with him than in all the years of match play and lessons I have had in the past. I think I am hitting the ball better than ever and am excited that, with Cadill’s help, I might be able to return to tournament play. He seems to me representative of a new level of sophistication and enthusiasm in a Wild Dunes tennis program that has always been strong, and I feel fortunate indeed to be part of it again, and under Cadill’s guidance.
Wild dunes tennis is one of the most remarkable places. The staff is friendly, eager and makes you a priority. I came to wild dunes tennis as a beginner player and have continued to learn more and more after every lesson. Cadill is an extraordinary teacher and makes each lesson lively and fun. Wild dunes tennis resort is a must on any destination list !
Wild dunes tennis is awesome! We have come for years because they have great instruction, courts are well maintained and the resort is beautiful. We love the boardwalk homes, the beach, the pools. We highly recommend Isle of Palms!
Great instructors! Great facility! Cadill is best:-)!
Wild Dunes tennis clinics are an absolute joy to attend. I’ve been twice in the last three months and plan to return as soon as possible. Jessie and Cadill were able to meet the needs of every player in my group, regardless of our age or skill level. They were fun and helpful, and I would highly recommend attending their clinics! The resort is also fabulous! You have everything you need from a convenience store to food to an ATM to relaxation and recreation to a pool and the beach all right there! I went in November and February, so I obviously didn’t get in the the pool but it was still beautiful even in the winter! The scenery is peaceful and calming, and the walk to get around campus isn’t bad at all. I thoroughly enjoyed my morning walks each day of my stay. Charleston isn’t a long drive, and we had easy access to Uber and Lyft to make our getting there and back even simpler. We enjoyed downtown and the weather was perfect! I cannot day enough good things about Wild Dunes!
The pros at Wild Dunes are exceptional. The resort itself is spectacular including the tennis amenities. I would highly recommend tennis lessons at Wild Dunes Resort!
Fabulous resort with a wonderful tennis program. Our group of ladies has been coming here for several years for our tennis weekend. The tennis instruction is top notch and the facilities are great. We will be back.
We LOVE coming to Wild Dunes for our annual girls trip. We had 32 ladies this year and the weather and tennis clinics set up for us were amazing. Jess is my favorite instructor and so glad she is always there with a smiling face for us. The courts are always in great shape, we are able to walk to the shop multiple times a day. I also run when I’m there and it’s nice to have the 3 mile loop. Charly and his staff make our trip always so enjoyable, and that is why we return year after year.
Wild Dunes is a fantastic tennis destination. Charly does a fantastic job leading the crew there and their program(s) send out some amazing young players as well. With the recent addition of Cadill Maharaj, their program has only gotten stronger. His enthusiasm, instruction, and amazing personality will make anyone glad they have come to Wild Dunes. Kudos to the team there; and as a local to the area, it has become one of my favorite places to play.
The tennis facilities are fantastic and well-maintained. We took lessons with Cadill and could not have had a better time! He keeps you moving while helping your fix your form and strokes. Great workout and so fun! Highly recommend!
The staff and Pros are exceptional. The facility is top notch. Absolutely beautiful and so much fun!
Charly and Shawn are amazing. I would recommend their clinic and instruction to any level player. The combination of technical/positioning instruction and mental training is helpful from so many aspects on the court.
My tennis friends and I spent 3 days at wild dunes in Nov./21017. As part of our package we had several hours of lessons with Cadill . We all agreed that the lessons were an excellent work out as well as teaching experience.We had excellent doubles strategy clinics. I would highly recommend the facility and teaching staff.
The pros were impressive! They geared our clinics to be what we as a team needed. They were attentive and organized. Well done!
My family and I were here on vacation and decided to do some tennis lessons. Our instructor was Cadill and he did an amazing job. He was great at correcting our faults and helping us fix them.
Cadill was a fantastic tennis pro. Great instructions when requested. Went above and beyond to ensure an enjoyable experience.
Amazing vacation spot. So many amenities between tennis, golf, pools and restaurants.
As a whole, the instruction is absolutely 5 star. The teaching staff here is friendly and knowledgeable. The clinics and lessons are tailored to what you want and they use their guidance to prepare you for what your game needs. They make it fun and enjoyable. They can and will accommodate one player as well as customize a tennis experience for you as well as your group. I have visited Wild Dunes Tennis numerous times and will continue to go back. They remember me, my family, my friends and make you feel welcome each and every time. How amazing is it that a lesson can be beneficial to an 3.5 rated adult as well as a 13yr old at the very same time. When you’re here and you have worked so hard on your game; it’s in those moments that you know due to the brilliant instruction, the hard work and the fun you have had doing it… the pride on the faces of the staff shows and its all for you!!! A tremendous thanks to Cadill and Jess for keeping us wanting to come back as often as we can. Well done my friends, well done!
Tennis instructor did an amazing job catering for all levels of players and integrating it into the most beneficial tennis workout and fun games which made us all improve and played to our best potiential
Outstanding tennis resort. Great pros, great programs , enjoyable experience. Nd and amazing facility.
Great pros, great program, and beautiful setting . My favorite tennis destination
Charly and the staff are amazing. I love the adult tennis clinics…. Jess and Cadill are top notch Pros. The pro shop staff is very helpful and friendly and the clay courts are always well maintained. I definitely will be back with my tennis friends.
I just went down and played past 4 days. Awesome instruction and fast pace clinics. Pros are very experienced, and knowledgeable. I saw a big improvement in my game in just a few days with the coaching of Tory. She was patient, encouraging, and pushed me to be a more aggressive player. I would highly recommend them for clinics, lessons, and camps. I have done several other locations and this instruction was the best!
I have been coming to Wild Dunes for over 25 years, but only started participating in the tennis programs the last five years and I regret the years I missed. The levels of clinics are varied for all levels including wonderful junior programs for the children. The staff is amazing and vary drills so when you participate multiple days you don’t feel it’s ever the same. They are accomodating to set up matches for you and make the time no matter when you want a private. Run to Wild Dunes.
Beautiful facility. Great staff.