Wintergreen spills down the slopes of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains roughly 45 miles west of Charlottesville. A master-planned private resort, it begins 3,800 feet above sea level at Devils Knob, where it overlooks the Shenandoah Valley, and ends in the valley of the Rockfish River. Altogether it covers 11,000 acres, 60 percent of which remains forested in evergreens, towering oaks, and other hardwoods. The forest also hold 13 species of orchids and one ancient fern bed estimated to be 1,000 years old. Some 30 miles of marked hiking trails thread through the property, with connections to one of the most scenic stretches of the Appalachian Trail.
Ecologically sensitive, Wintergreen has long followed a philosophy of preserving as much of the natural environment as possible while still carving out space for homes, condos, golf courses, tennis courts, and ski runs. Concentrating the lodging along the ridge tops at Devils Knob meant they could leave substantial tracts of forest undisturbed, and the construction that did take place adopted the colors of the earth, rocks, and trees in order to blend with the surroundings. There are thousands of condos and homes scattered through the property, but their very unobtrusiveness would lead you to guess far fewer. Deed covenants ensure that that will never change, and so does the fact that the resort is owned not by a corporation but by the property owners themselves, who don’t want to see the value of their investments undermined by the continual addition of new housing stock.
Its physical beauty aside, one reason to choose Wintergreen, especially in the summer, is that temperatures at Devils Knob are typically 10 to 15 degrees cooler than those in the surrounding lowlands. Many of the second home owners come from Washington, D.C., Richmond, and other nearby cities seeking relief from the summer swelter. And it’s no accident, therefore, that the largest of the resort’s tennis complexes drapes across a ridge at the top of the mountains.
There are two tennis complexes at Wintergreen: a small four-court (all clay) facility at Stoney Creek next to the golf clubhouse and the main 18-court complex at Devils Knob. The latter consists of 15 clay courts laid out among the evergreens and hardwoods near the top of a ridge and three hard courts beneath a tent-like pavilion. Devils Knob has a full-service pro shop, and its location puts it just down the road from the Wintergreen Spa and Aquatics & Fitness Center. (Wintergreen also owns the one hard court and pool at Rodes Farm, down in the valley, an otherwise independently managed inn and restaurant with cabins and stables.)
There's a daily roster of activities as well as an adult academy program and summer junior camps. Among the latter are 5 Nike Tennis Camps, some with an overnight option and/or tournament training option to cater to higher level players. The result is that from the time the snow melts in March or April until beyond the fall foliage season in October, these courts are a haven for avid players.
Tennis Programs: The Tennis Academy programs at Wintergreen run three or four days, some midweek, others over weekends. These run year round on the weekends, supplemented by midweek options on certain dates from June through August. In addition, private groups can book customized programs midweek from September through May. Sessions average 2 to 4 hours a day and include intensive drilling and supervised match play, much of it doubles.
The Academy aside, the resort offers a full menu of clinics such as the Advanced Workout for 4.0’s and up, Cardio Tennis, Drills for Skills, and a tactical point playing clinic called Matchplay Madness. Beyond that there are private lessons, game matching, and occasional exhibitions.
Courts Fees: Outdoors: $22/hour midweek; $26/hour weekends and holidays.
Indoors: $35/hour midweek; $45/hour weekends and holidays
Off Court
Golf Courses: Wintergreen has two distinctively different golf courses: one at the top of the mountains at Devils Knob, the other in the valley below along Stoney Creek. It also has a golf academy.
Devils Knob Course: Designed by Ellis Maples, a native of Pinehurst, North Carolina, this challenging 18-hole course follows the surprisingly flat ridges at the top of the mountain. At 3,850 feet it is the highest in the state, with 40 to 50 miles views of the Shenandoah and Rockfish Valleys. That elevation means summer temperatures are cooler than in the valley below but also limit its season to April through November. Par: 70. Length: 5,101-6,300 yards.
Stoney Creek Course: Unlike Devils knob, which is seasonal, this 27-hole championship course remains open year-round. Rees Jones designed the original 18 holes (the Monocan and Shamokin nines), giving them roomy fairways that meander along the valley floor and feature bold mounding like that found on many British courses. He returned 10 years later to add the Tuckahoe 9, which opened in 1998. He laid it out over the hills and through woods, skirting meadows and preserved wetlands. Water hazards are plentiful and so are his trademark moundings. Par: 72. Length: 5,500-7,005 yards.
Spa & Fitness Center: The Wintergarden Spa and Fitness Center stands just up the road from the Devils Knob tennis center. It has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, a workout room with windows on the indoor pool, and a spa with 11 rooms for massages and beauty treatments. There is another small fitness center and pool at the golf clubhouse adjacent to the four clay courts in the valley at Stoney Creek.
Out of Bounds Adventure Center: Relocated to Discovery Ridge, the Out of Bounds Adventure Center is a multi-use recreation site with a 25-foot rock-climbing tower, a bungee-trampoline, paintball team competitions and target shooting, a miniature golf course landscaped with hardwood trees and shrubs, a skate park,
Some 30 miles of nature trails wind through the resort, connecting at the top with the Appalachian Trail. Mountain bikes can be rented at the Adventure Center for the 7.2 mile descent to the valley floor or to take on the challenge of the obstacles at the free-ride center. Down in the valley, there is a 20-acre Lake Monocan stocked with bass and pan fish. The lake also has a dock with canoes and paddleboats, picnic areas, volleyball, and a beach of sorts. Rodes Farm at Stoney Creek, while independent of the resort, has a complete English-oriented equestrian center.
Children's programs: The resort runs highly regarded adventurous summer children’s programs for those ages 2½ to 14. During the height of summer, there is also the option for 6 to 12 year olds of a Friday and Saturday evening program in summer so parents can have their own weekend evening out and a midweek overnight campout.
Dining: There are four restaurants at Wintergreen, three at the top of the mountain, a fourth at the golf clubhouse in Stoney Creek.
Accommodations
Getting there
Seasons: That elevation means that temperatures at the main Devils Knob tennis courts are typically 10 to 15 degrees cooler than on the valley floor below, and that helps to make Wintergreen a popular summer weekend getaway for lowlanders in places like Washington, DC, and eastern Virginia. Spring and early summer bring a spectacular display of wildflowers, autumn a blaze of fall colors.
Travel Instructions: By Air: The Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport (CHO) is 44 miles from Wintergreen.
560 Reviews on “Wintergreen Resort - Wintergreen Tennis Academy”
Excellent
4.5
560 reviews
On Court Experience
5.0
Off Court Experience
5.0
Overall Tennis
5.0
Overall Pickleball
5.0
Adult Tennis Camp Experience
5.0
Tennis Instruction
5.0
Pickleball Instruction
5.0
Adult Tennis Camp Experience
5.0
Accomodations
4.3
Resort Amenities
4.8
AS
I took an individual lesson and played the doubles clinic. Both were excellent. Head pro Nat gave me useful technique tips during the lesson. The clinic was challenging and well organized, with plenty of instruction on strategy. Nat’s instruction, enthusiasm and organization compare very favorably to the 4 different adult camps I have attended and many pros I have taken lessons from. Nat was also graciously accomodating since I called him with little advance notice. The indoor courts play well. We are going back over the summer to try the clay. Â
PS
We enjoyed two clinics at the Woodstock Inn. The pro was very helpful and we both learned a few new things during each clinic. We’ll be sure to play tennis at the Woodstock Inn the next time we are in town. Â
ML
Fabulous program. Knowledgable staff give individual attention and advice tailored to your skills. Gained information from new pro Sam my club pros have never shared w/me. My backhand and serve have greatly improved. Jon Sarosiek is fantastic and hope to see him as the director one day. Overall fun, engaging learning environment. Â
RS
Both instructors worked us really hard. I was hoping for fast paced sessions with lots of instruction and they delivered. The video session was enlightening. My backhand is much better as is my volleying. I appreciated their emphasis on being more aggressive at the net- with proper technique. I had been suffering from medial epicondylitis and realized it was due to my forehand technique (video). We adjusted my arm position and I was able to play 3 days in a row without any pain. However, my forehand is somewhat ‘new’ to me and is not reliable. My only critique is that I wished I had 5-10 minutes of one-on-one time to get reps with this new forehand instead of waiting in rotation. However, I am grateful to be free of pain and looking foreward to working on my new forehand!!! Â
EY
Great tennis instruction. The location of the resort is very beautiful but remote.
SF
Absolutely recommended! We had a strong group of players spread among 3.0 and 3.5 abilities. Still, everyone was completely engaged and challenged. We also felt that individual weaknesses were addressed quite well. An Academy weekend is an excellent way to get the season started because we really strenghtened our game and bonded as a team. The pros are fantastic, we played hard and laughed a lot! Terrific!
JS
Took the advanced academy in August and was pleased with professionalism of instructors, courtesy and efficiency of staff, and beauty of resort. Can’t wait to come back.
JH
Great ongoing critiques while doing drills which really helped me correct and improve my strokes. Friendly and knowledgeable pros. Worked on improving my game vs. trying to change everything. Had a great time and enjoyed the tennis academy. I learned so much!
BP
Instruction pinpointed right to my weak areas while keeping an upbeat, fun atmosphere is one reason I enjoyed my tennis experience at Wintergreen. I also can’t wait until I can put into practice some of the new ways to think about executing shots and doubles strategy. All in all, it was great fun and great instruction.
HS
We are an adult women’s tennis team and this is our second year going to Wintergreen. We love it – the instructors are very well organized and provide a lot of personalized attention and feedback. It’s also reasonably priced and you get a 20% discount on the lodging when you attend the camp.
VD
The tennis academy is fun, high spirited, and very educational. You can make amazing improvements in your game in one weekend. The staff is full of energy and information.
SM
Jon and his staff did a great job of tailoring their instruction to the skills our group wanted to work on and to our level of play. They challenged us with the drills presented, always kept us moving, and were unfailingly positive and encouraging. It was a fun experience.
EL
Had an outstanding time at the Wintergreen Resort with my group. Jon was a guru of tennis with awesome drills keeping me motivated and with insights into tweaking my form which I’d never have thought of. The little guy (Jeff, I think) was also great. Really spunky. Recommend both.
SN
amazing, awesome, loved every minute!
LW
They are always great and really friendly. Jon, the director of Tennis, great.
TC
I attended the three day tennis academy this past weekend at Wintergreen Resort and this was my first visit to Wintergreen. Jonathan led the academy with such enthusiasm and professionalism! The other instructors were great and I learned so much. Although we had a mix of levels in our group, they were able to incorporate drills that benefited us all. Elizabeth and Taylor in the pro shop were so helpful throughout the sign-up, check-in, and retail experience. I will definitely be back!
MK
I attended a tennis clinic with some of the women I play in a league with in North Carolina. Jonathan was our amazing teach for the week. His patience and great drills made the week so worthwhile. My team is now at the top of our league and we look forward to attending this summer with Jonathan. Highly recommend!!
MW
I attended the Tennis Academy with teammates and it was an excellent learning experience. Both pros were very knowledgeable and hands on. Their eye for detail resulted in miniscule changes in form that brought immediate results. It was a very empowering academy and our team looks forward to returning annually.
SC
Excellent daily clinics and weekend-long academies. These pros really know tennis and know how to help club-level players and juniors make the most of their game.
TC
I attended the WTG tennis academy in February. Jonathan Sarosiek lead the group and is currently serving as Interim Director of the tennis department. His attention to detail, positive attitude, professionalism, and excellent teaching skills are such an asset to Wintergreen. My tennis game was positively impacted in onlt 3 days! As long as Jonathan remains in a leadership position, I will be returning for many years!
KM
This camp went very well. There was a variety of levels from 3.0 to 4.0 and the pros were able to keep all playing drills competitive.
PM
Beautiful 4 season resort. Excellent teaching, wonderful Spa and Restaurants. Our Club team went as a group and had a wonderful time.
BB
The staff does a great job at helping you w/ individualized skills. The drills are fun & cahllenging. The resort is beautiful & last but not least, the pro shop is filled w/ goodies.
GL
Excellent tennis camp, great accomodation, beautiful setting, several good restaurants to choose from
DF
You will love the location, the scenic overlooks, and historical places to visit in the area. The Staff is great in the Pro Shop and you will be given a 25% discount for your purchases. The pros are outstanding in all areas.
EC
My friend and I had an absolutely amazing experience. We were only there for less than 48 hours so couldn’t try everything at the resort but both of us want to return for a longer stay with our families. The tennis instruction was amazing, especially the mental aspect of the game combined with technique. It really helped me pull my game together.
ML
Fabulous facility with knowledgable,energized, supportive staff. Instructors not only made learning fun, they took the time to analyze my specific needs and tailor information to my game. All pros were helpful, but Jon Sarosiek stood out as the most professional and fun pro on staff. Would highly recommend the academy or any of the available tennis options at Wintergreen.
EL
Wintergreen Resort is a great place. Beautifully conditioned Hartru courts. We signed up for the advanced clinic, but the pro was far from satisfactory. He simply watched the two of us rally for the bulk of the hour and then made a few rudimentary comments. In spite of this we would go back to Wintergreen.
LH
The entire program is wonderful. The staff work in a unified way serving up a consitant message but emphasizing each pros talents. the energy they bring to the courts makes every drill a blast! they teach for hours every day and manage to keep it fresh and fun and challanging. They teach to each players needs and level. At the end of the day I love the spa!
DC
The Wintergreen Tennis Instructors were able to identify small changes to improve my game that made a huge difference. They did not try to get me to remake an entire stroke.
MF
I was nervous when before I arrived that I was too new to the sport and would not be able to keep up. This was not the case. I had so much fun, learned so much and was made to feel good about my accomplishments. I am working on a repeat with some of my girlfriends in the Fall. LOVED IT! My serve is so much better and last night I rocked in doubles because of what I learned about positioning.
JC
Well run camp, excellent instruction.
M(
I loved this resort – the pro’s were fantastic – the view is unreal – food/spa – what a great place. I have had the opportunity to visit other tennis resorts -Wintergreen beats them hands down. If you go make sure you visit the spa and book a massage – amazing. Being from Canada – I will be back again this year!!
SF
I highly recommend the academy to friends frequently. I have attended two so far this year and have had terrific experiences. The pros are talented, intuitive, proactive, and sincere. Strengths are many; one to mention is that they cater to the requests of the visiting team/group of people as much as possible to make the weekend efficient and effective. The only weakness is that the time goes too quickly!
CT
The best tennis camp I have attended. The scenery is peaceful, good restaurants and a large variety of accommodations on Wintergreen Mountain. Best of all, the teaching staff and tennis program are both A+++.
NB
Wintergreen Tennis is the BEST location for a summer tennis camp. The weather is cool, there are lots of clay courts, and the staff is the BEST!!
MA
The instruction is excellent- it is geared to your level of play. The pros there are wonderful!!!! The location is breath taking, no matter what time of year and the facilities are well maintained.
MT
I have participated in two Wintergreen Tennis Academies. In both cases I learned at least one thing that I was able to incorporate to improve my game. Thomas, the head pro, is excellent!
RF
The facility is very nice and all the instuctors were very energetic and gave a lot of feedback to everyone in the clinic. The made the clinic so much fun.
TP
The pros are excellent. I went with 11 ladies who are all 3.5-4.0 players and we had a great time. The academy tailors the program to your groups needs. We learned a lot and had fun too. I do think you need players of the same level to do the academy. We had a great meal at the Copper Mine Restaurant at the resort. All and all a fun girls weekend trip for those who enjoy tennis.
SP
Great mountain settings with great instruction. Everything at the academy is just great. Will definitely go back again in the future!
JC
a friend and i visited wintergreen last summer, my first trip back in six+ years. it was great! no, fantastic! we wanted to develop singles skills, which we asked for in advance, and they accommodated us by matching us with a pro for just the two of us for about half of the time there–it was very impressive.
JD
This was my second experience at Wintergreen and once again it was fantastic. The instruction is superb and the staff at the tennis center is outstanding.
SS
The Wintergreen Resort Tennis Academies are professionally run and truly fun. My Academy was 8 hours long. The tennis staff (Thomas Johnston, Jon Sarisek, Jeff Ryman) instruct in a “student friendly” manner so that you can really work on your ground strokes, volleys, serves, doubles strategies and court movement. I would highly recommend this Academy to any player at any level.
BM
Very good teaching with excellent soft and hard courts. Beautiful scenery.
RG
Jon and Thomas were great instructors. Kevin was not as friendly and motivating. Small group size but tended to favor grou play and not individuals. Good sessions but could have used another few hours incorporating cardio tennis and more stategy. Videotape was good but only videoed one shot instead of a few shots.
RM
My recent participation at Wintergreen Tennis Academy was fun, helpful and a definate annual trip!
LG
I have been attending the Wintergreen Academy for the past 5 years. I started going to their clinics individually, then with a group of tennis ladies from my club and now I bring the Varsity tennis girls I coach to a summer camp. Wintergreen takes the skills you have and makes them better. They do not try to start from scratch and make you relearn techniques “their way”. I come home a better player and coach everytime I attend.
RR
Knowledgeable and friendly staff. excellent facillities. Appropriate for beginner to high level player
MK
Knowledgeable, personable instructors who focused on improving each individual’s tennis game – knowing where to tweak for the most visible improvement in performance.
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560 Reviews on “Wintergreen Resort - Wintergreen Tennis Academy”
I took an individual lesson and played the doubles clinic. Both were excellent. Head pro Nat gave me useful technique tips during the lesson. The clinic was challenging and well organized, with plenty of instruction on strategy. Nat’s instruction, enthusiasm and organization compare very favorably to the 4 different adult camps I have attended and many pros I have taken lessons from. Nat was also graciously accomodating since I called him with little advance notice. The indoor courts play well. We are going back over the summer to try the clay. Â
We enjoyed two clinics at the Woodstock Inn. The pro was very helpful and we both learned a few new things during each clinic. We’ll be sure to play tennis at the Woodstock Inn the next time we are in town. Â
Fabulous program. Knowledgable staff give individual attention and advice tailored to your skills. Gained information from new pro Sam my club pros have never shared w/me. My backhand and serve have greatly improved. Jon Sarosiek is fantastic and hope to see him as the director one day. Overall fun, engaging learning environment. Â
Both instructors worked us really hard. I was hoping for fast paced sessions with lots of instruction and they delivered. The video session was enlightening. My backhand is much better as is my volleying. I appreciated their emphasis on being more aggressive at the net- with proper technique.
I had been suffering from medial epicondylitis and realized it was due to my forehand technique (video). We adjusted my arm position and I was able to play 3 days in a row without any pain. However, my forehand is somewhat ‘new’ to me and is not reliable. My only critique is that I wished I had 5-10 minutes of one-on-one time to get reps with this new forehand instead of waiting in rotation. However, I am grateful to be free of pain and looking foreward to working on my new forehand!!! Â
Great tennis instruction. The location of the resort is very beautiful but remote.
Absolutely recommended! We had a strong group of players spread among 3.0 and 3.5 abilities. Still, everyone was completely engaged and challenged. We also felt that individual weaknesses were addressed quite well. An Academy weekend is an excellent way to get the season started because we really strenghtened our game and bonded as a team. The pros are fantastic, we played hard and laughed a lot! Terrific!
Took the advanced academy in August and was pleased with professionalism of instructors, courtesy and efficiency of staff, and beauty of resort. Can’t wait to come back.
Great ongoing critiques while doing drills which really helped me correct and improve my strokes. Friendly and knowledgeable pros. Worked on improving my game vs. trying to change everything. Had a great time and enjoyed the tennis academy. I learned so much!
Instruction pinpointed right to my weak areas while keeping an upbeat, fun atmosphere is one reason I enjoyed my tennis experience at Wintergreen. I also can’t wait until I can put into practice some of the new ways to think about executing shots and doubles strategy. All in all, it was great fun and great instruction.
We are an adult women’s tennis team and this is our second year going to Wintergreen. We love it – the instructors are very well organized and provide a lot of personalized attention and feedback. It’s also reasonably priced and you get a 20% discount on the lodging when you attend the camp.
The tennis academy is fun, high spirited, and very educational. You can make amazing improvements in your game in one weekend. The staff is full of energy and information.
Jon and his staff did a great job of tailoring their instruction to the skills our group wanted to work on and to our level of play. They challenged us with the drills presented, always kept us moving, and were unfailingly positive and encouraging. It was a fun experience.
Had an outstanding time at the Wintergreen Resort with my group. Jon was a guru of tennis with awesome drills keeping me motivated and with insights into tweaking my form which I’d never have thought of. The little guy (Jeff, I think) was also great. Really spunky. Recommend both.
amazing, awesome, loved every minute!
They are always great and really friendly. Jon, the director of Tennis, great.
I attended the three day tennis academy this past weekend at Wintergreen Resort and this was my first visit to Wintergreen. Jonathan led the academy with such enthusiasm and professionalism! The other instructors were great and I learned so much. Although we had a mix of levels in our group, they were able to incorporate drills that benefited us all. Elizabeth and Taylor in the pro shop were so helpful throughout the sign-up, check-in, and retail experience. I will definitely be back!
I attended a tennis clinic with some of the women I play in a league with in North Carolina. Jonathan was our amazing teach for the week. His patience and great drills made the week so worthwhile. My team is now at the top of our league and we look forward to attending this summer with Jonathan. Highly recommend!!
I attended the Tennis Academy with teammates and it was an excellent learning experience. Both pros were very knowledgeable and hands on. Their eye for detail resulted in miniscule changes in form that brought immediate results. It was a very empowering academy and our team looks forward to returning annually.
Excellent daily clinics and weekend-long academies. These pros really know tennis and know how to help club-level players and juniors make the most of their game.
I attended the WTG tennis academy in February. Jonathan Sarosiek lead the group and is currently serving as Interim Director of the tennis department. His attention to detail, positive attitude, professionalism, and excellent teaching skills are such an asset to Wintergreen. My tennis game was positively impacted in onlt 3 days! As long as Jonathan remains in a leadership position, I will be returning for many years!
This camp went very well. There was a variety of levels from 3.0 to 4.0 and the pros were able to keep all playing drills competitive.
Beautiful 4 season resort. Excellent teaching, wonderful Spa and Restaurants. Our Club team went as a group and had a wonderful time.
The staff does a great job at helping you w/ individualized skills. The drills are fun & cahllenging. The resort is beautiful & last but not least, the pro shop is filled w/ goodies.
Excellent tennis camp, great accomodation, beautiful setting, several good restaurants to choose from
You will love the location, the scenic overlooks, and historical places to visit in the area. The Staff is great in the Pro Shop and you will be given a 25% discount for your purchases. The pros are outstanding in all areas.
My friend and I had an absolutely amazing experience. We were only there for less than 48 hours so couldn’t try everything at the resort but both of us want to return for a longer stay with our families. The tennis instruction was amazing, especially the mental aspect of the game combined with technique. It really helped me pull my game together.
Fabulous facility with knowledgable,energized, supportive staff. Instructors not only made learning fun, they took the time to analyze my specific needs and tailor information to my game. All pros were helpful, but Jon Sarosiek stood out as the most professional and fun pro on staff. Would highly recommend the academy or any of the available tennis options at Wintergreen.
Wintergreen Resort is a great place. Beautifully conditioned Hartru courts. We signed up for the advanced clinic, but the pro was far from satisfactory. He simply watched the two of us rally for the bulk of the hour and then made a few rudimentary comments. In spite of this we would go back to Wintergreen.
The entire program is wonderful. The staff work in a unified way serving up a consitant message but emphasizing each pros talents. the energy they bring to the courts makes every drill a blast! they teach for hours every day and manage to keep it fresh and fun and challanging. They teach to each players needs and level. At the end of the day I love the spa!
The Wintergreen Tennis Instructors were able to identify small changes to improve my game that made a huge difference. They did not try to get me to remake an entire stroke.
I was nervous when before I arrived that I was too new to the sport and would not be able to keep up. This was not the case. I had so much fun, learned so much and was made to feel good about my accomplishments. I am working on a repeat with some of my girlfriends in the Fall. LOVED IT! My serve is so much better and last night I rocked in doubles because of what I learned about positioning.
Well run camp, excellent instruction.
I loved this resort – the pro’s were fantastic – the view is unreal – food/spa – what a great place. I have had the opportunity to visit other tennis resorts -Wintergreen beats them hands down. If you go make sure you visit the spa and book a massage – amazing. Being from Canada – I will be back again this year!!
I highly recommend the academy to friends frequently. I have attended two so far this year and have had terrific experiences. The pros are talented, intuitive, proactive, and sincere. Strengths are many; one to mention is that they cater to the requests of the visiting team/group of people as much as possible to make the weekend efficient and effective. The only weakness is that the time goes too quickly!
The best tennis camp I have attended. The scenery is peaceful, good restaurants and a large variety of accommodations on Wintergreen Mountain. Best of all, the teaching staff and tennis program are both A+++.
Wintergreen Tennis is the BEST location for a summer tennis camp. The weather is cool, there are lots of clay courts, and the staff is the BEST!!
The instruction is excellent- it is geared to your level of play. The pros there are wonderful!!!! The location is breath taking, no matter what time of year and the facilities are well maintained.
I have participated in two Wintergreen Tennis Academies. In both cases I learned at least one thing that I was able to incorporate to improve my game. Thomas, the head pro, is excellent!
The facility is very nice and all the instuctors were very energetic and gave a lot of feedback to everyone in the clinic. The made the clinic so much fun.
The pros are excellent. I went with 11 ladies who are all 3.5-4.0 players and we had a great time. The academy tailors the program to your groups needs. We learned a lot and had fun too. I do think you need players of the same level to do the academy. We had a great meal at the Copper Mine Restaurant at the resort. All and all a fun girls weekend trip for those who enjoy tennis.
Great mountain settings with great instruction. Everything at the academy is just great. Will definitely go back again in the future!
a friend and i visited wintergreen last summer, my first trip back in six+ years. it was great! no, fantastic! we wanted to develop singles skills, which we asked for in advance, and they accommodated us by matching us with a pro for just the two of us for about half of the time there–it was very impressive.
This was my second experience at Wintergreen and once again it was fantastic. The instruction is superb and the staff at the tennis center is outstanding.
The Wintergreen Resort Tennis Academies are professionally run and truly fun. My Academy was 8 hours long. The tennis staff (Thomas Johnston, Jon Sarisek, Jeff Ryman) instruct in a “student friendly” manner so that you can really work on your ground strokes, volleys, serves, doubles strategies and court movement. I would highly recommend this Academy to any player at any level.
Very good teaching with excellent soft and hard courts. Beautiful scenery.
Jon and Thomas were great instructors. Kevin was not as friendly and motivating. Small group size but tended to favor grou play and not individuals. Good sessions but could have used another few hours incorporating cardio tennis and more stategy. Videotape was good but only videoed one shot instead of a few shots.
My recent participation at Wintergreen Tennis Academy was fun, helpful and a definate annual trip!
I have been attending the Wintergreen Academy for the past 5 years. I started going to their clinics individually, then with a group of tennis ladies from my club and now I bring the Varsity tennis girls I coach to a summer camp.
Wintergreen takes the skills you have and makes them better. They do not try to start from scratch and make you relearn techniques “their way”. I come home a better player and coach everytime I attend.
Knowledgeable and friendly staff. excellent facillities. Appropriate for beginner to high level player
Knowledgeable, personable instructors who focused on improving each individual’s tennis game – knowing where to tweak for the most visible improvement in performance.