Campers Had a Ball at PAC's June Tennis Camp!

Portland Athletic Club’s Tennis Camp Session 1 was a great success! We had just about every spot filled with kids ranging in ages (5 to 15) and skill levels (beginner to advanced). Coaches Chase and David led campers through a wide range of fun, tennis-oriented drills and games, with plenty of breaks for popcorn, lunch, and even popsicles! Many of the kids had such a blast that they immediately signed up for the July and/or August Camps, as well. Our pool is officially open now, so campers are invited to bring their bathing suits if they choose to cool off!

Need more reasons to sign up?

1.     Campers receive expert instruction from USTA-certified coaches with years of experience to help perfect their tennis game.

2.     PAC camps provide an outlet for campers to stay physically active and healthy during lazy summer months away from school.

3.     Campers will meet new friends, socialize, and build confidence all while learning skills that they will carry on through life, such as teamwork and sportsmanship.

4.     Most importantly, PAC’s emphasis is on FUN and bringing a smile to everyone’s face. Our goal is to provide a positive way for campers to channel their energy and enjoy themselves in a pressure-free, non-competitive atmosphere.

As an added bonus, all campers will receive a coupon to take two free group lessons at PAC at any time. Camps are filling fast so call to sign up today! (503) 292-2649

Summer Tennis Camps

July 22^nd-26^th, and August 19^th-23^rd

11am-4pm

4-17 years old

$199

www.portlandathleticclub.net

5803 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy.

Portland, OR 97221

Portland Athletic Club Pros Maureen Harwood and Jim Martin Lead Tennis Teens to Victory

Maureen Harwood, who was recently named Coach of the Year by her peers, led her Oregon Episcopal School boys varsity single and doubles teams to victory in the Class 4A State Championships on May 18th. The win marks the second year in a row the team has won States at the helm of Maureen’s instruction.

Fellow PAC coach Jim Martin joined Maureen on the court sidelines in the third set. Jim, coach of Valley Catholic’s boys and girls tennis teams and personal tournament coach, provides lessons to OES’ Josh Yuan. Two other students of Jim’s also took home titles at States—Kaitlyn Lomartire and Matt Biggi, both of Valley Catholic, took home second and third in singles respectively.

We are extremely proud to count Maureen and Jim as part of our PAC family! Both accomplished instructors run tennis clinics and lessons here all week long. Call today to learn from the best! (503) 292-2649

Pow! Bam! Smack! Supercharge Your Summer at Portland Athletic Club

 

Get ready for an action-packed summer at Portland Athletic Club. Now is your chance to be a sports superhero!

PAC is offering three different Summer Tennis Camp options all taught by USTA-certified coaches. Campers will improve their forearm, volley, serve, and all-around tennis game in a fun, social setting.

Portland Athletic Club is also excited to announce the debut of its Sports Field Day Camp. Campers will have a blast participating in a number of activities including basketball, swimming, soccer, and kickball.

Our goal is to give participants an unforgettable experience and a chance to meet new friends, build confidence, and learn new skills. Campers will leave having learned important lessons they will carry with them through life, such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline, all in a pressure-free, safe, and fun atmosphere.

Turn your lazy summer days into an action-packed adventure and sign up today while there’s still room! Call us at (503) 997-2649.

Summer Tennis Camps

June 24^th-28^th, July 22^nd-26^th, and August 19^th-23^rd

11am-4pm

4-17 years old

$199

Sports Field Day Camp

July 8^th-17^th

12pm-5pm

4-17 years old

$199

www.portlandathleticclub.net

5803 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy.

Portland, OR 97221

Jr. Academy's Bring a Buddy Day was a Success!

Ready to play!

 

On June 1^st, 2013, Jr. Academy members, friends, siblings, and parents alike came out to Portland Athletic Club for Bring a Buddy Day. Jr. Academy members were invited to bring a friend to play with them, free of charge. For two hours, the group had a blast playing tennis, parents included! After working up an appetite, everyone enjoyed pizza and one lucky kid won a PAC tee-shirt during our raffle. There will be plenty of other events like this one coming up. Stay tuned to facebook.com/PDXathleticclub and join us next time!

Perfecting Serves

Never too young to start!

Future Tennis Champ

Three Generations

Lucky winner!

Jr. Academy Invites You to Partake in Bring a Buddy Day and Have a Ball!

On Saturday, June 1^st, from 1:30-3:30pm, Portland Athletic Club invites all Junior Academy members to invite their parents and a friend to take part in two hours of tennis fun for free. Enter a contest to win a club tee-shirt, grab a slice of pizza, and enjoy participating in games, drills, and other activities with your favorite coaches. Parents are encouraged to join in and to interact with their children in an entertaining, stress-free, no pressure arena. Any friend interested in joining the Academy will receive a coupon to take two complimentary lessons with one of our pros!

For more information, please call (503) 292-2649 and sign up at the front desk after your next lesson!

I’ve Had a Blast Playing in Portland’s Only Indoor, Year-Round Intramural Tennis League. Join Me for the Spring Season!

Spring is here which means the blossoms are blooming, the temperature is rising, and … it’s still raining here in Portland. I cheated Mother Nature by signing up for the Portland Tennis League (PTL) at Portland Athletic Club, the city’s only year-round indoor tennis league. Rain or shine, they get us on the court playing the sport we love. Spring season is here! Sign up now for the singles or doubles league.

Portland Tennis League is a great social outlet to meet new people and have a ton of fun. I’ve met lifelong friends at the Club! PTL gives us an outlet to be social and express our competitive edge in a non-pressure, all skill-levels zone. Dust your racquets off and join me in the Portland Tennis League today! Please call (503) 292-2649 for more information, or visit http://www.portlandtennisleague.com/.  

-Jacklyn S.

Portland Athletic Club's Play for Japan Fundraiser a Recreational and Rewarding Event

The Raleigh Hills-based Portland Athletic Club (PAC) held a "Play for Japan" fundraiser, tennis social, and potluck luncheon on Wednesday, March 23, to raise money for the earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan. The event combined the love of tennis with the desire to help a country in need. The fundraiser brought over 40 people to the club and raised over $1,500 for Mercy Corps!

During the fundraiser, tennis drills and games were played, T-shirts were sold, raffle tickets were purchased, and an auction was held, with all of the proceeds going directly to Mercy Corps. PAC tennis teaching professionals, Maureen Harwood (director of "Play for Japan") and Anthony Blackburn (also tennis professional at Nike World Headquarters), volunteered their time to run on-court tennis activities for the participants. As it was a potluck, many players brought delicious Japanese dishes to share with everyone.

Some of the participants even had their 15 seconds of fame! KPTV Fox Channel 12 News shot a quick 30 second clip of the event, which aired at 4:00 p.m and 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening. To view this video, go to http://www.kptv.com/local-video/index.html, then type in the Search box, "Tennis Players Hit Court for Fundraiser."

To look at some photos taken at the fundraiser, see below.

Harwood, Blackburn, and the rest of the Portland Athletic Club staff would like to thank all those who donated and attended this fundraiser to make the event such a success!

To learn more about the event, contact Portland Athletic Club at 503-292-2649, or e-mail Maureen Harwood (slicequeen@gmail.com) or Alyssa Morrison (alyssa@portlandtennisleague.com).