Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Baie D'urfe Tennis Club
Founded in 1966, the Baie D'urfe Tennis Club has served as a cornerstone of the West Island community for over five decades. Located on Lakeshore Avenue in Baie-D'Urf, Quebec, our club offers four Har-Tru clay courts and a vibrant social and competitive tennis environment. We provide structured programs for all skill levels, including junior development initiatives, interclub league play, and adult tournaments. Our volunteer-driven executive committee ensures the club operates as a non-profit organization, prioritizing community engagement through social events, round robins, and member-driven activities.With certified professionals offering private and group lessons, we emphasize skill development and sportsmanship while maintaining high standards of fair play and ethical conduct. Our history of continuous improvement includes facility upgrades funded by local government support and a commitment to fostering tennis excellence across generations.
Services
Tennis Lessons
Junior Programs
Interclub Play
Tournaments
Round Robins
Court Rentals
Social Events
Membership
Coaching Clinics
Volunteer Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- Certified tennis professionals with decades of teaching experience
- Junior programs operating continuously since 1975
- Volunteer-led governance ensuring community-focused operations
- Har-Tru clay courts maintained to professional standards
- Active interclub participation fostering regional tennis community
Services
Tennis Lessons
Private and group lessons with certified professionals for all skill levels. Our instructors offer personalized coaching to improve technique and strategy. Programs accommodate beginners through advanced players seeking competitive development.
Junior Programs
Structured tennis development for ages 6-16 with beginner to advanced options. Programs include interclub teams and summer clinics led by experienced coaches. Focus on skill-building in a fun, competitive environment since 1975.
Interclub Play
Organized matches against regional clubs for all ages and genders. Promotes friendly competition and community engagement. Includes men's, women's, and mixed teams with coaching support and tournament preparation.
Tournaments
Annual singles, doubles, and mixed doubles events for members of all abilities. Features Wimbledon-style tournament atmosphere with spectator engagement. Scheduled at season end with club-wide participation.
Social Events
Seasonal round robins, BBQs, and themed tennis events fostering member interaction. Includes Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and US Open-themed evenings with dining and social play opportunities.
People
Chris Ancrum
Head Tennis Pro
30-year teaching veteran and former college tennis captain. PTR-certified national clinician with expertise in interclub coaching and player development. Holds multiple team records for coaching success.
Frank Hornig
Tennis Pro
30+ year teaching professional with technical expertise in stroke development. Former Tennis Tech graduate specializing in injury prevention and player mechanics. Developed juniors for collegiate and NCAA competition.
Daphne Heselton
Junior Tennis Pro
Certified coach with 10+ years experience running junior programs. Former club member turned professional instructor. Specializes in creating fun, competitive environments for youth development.
Paula Armstrong
President
Current club president leading volunteer executive committee. Oversees operations and strategic direction for the non-profit organization. Committed to maintaining community-focused tennis programming.
Gerald Weber
Treasurer
Financial steward ensuring responsible management of club resources. Works with volunteer committee to maintain facility standards and program affordability for members.
Questions
How do I become a member?
Membership applications are available online. Complete the form and pay via credit/debit card through our secure portal.
Are lessons available for adults?
Yes, we offer private and group lessons for adults of all skill levels with certified professionals.
What junior programs are offered?
We provide summer clinics, interclub teams, and year-round development programs for ages 6-16 with certified instructors.
How are court bookings managed?
Courts are reserved through our online BalleJaune system. Singles bookings allow 1-hour slots, doubles 2 hours.
Is the club accessible to non-members?
Guests require member sponsorship. Members may bring up to three visitors monthly with proper registration and fee payment.
Reviews (2)
Traveller
Jun 11, 2020
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Nice little Club,6 courts, claycourts , clubhouse, social programs through the summer , RR mixed doubles e.g.
Robin Irving
Jan 18, 2020
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Excellent tennis club in West Island!! Great Clay Courts. Nice People. Lots of leagues. Tennis Pros onsite. A REAL TENNIS CLUB!!
