University Tennis Centre

Road Closure: Western Road; July 6 to July 20, 2026

Service Interruption Notice

When and where is this happening?
On July 6, the City of London will close Western Road south of Sarnia Road to all traffic to perform upgrades to underground infrastructure.

What is happening?
Northbound traffic on Western Road will not be able to access Sarnia Road or cross the intersection.
Traffic will be able to access the entrance to London Hall and Essex Hall and the businesses on the west side of the street.
Southbound traffic on Western Road will be routed west on Sarnia Road and will not be able to cross the intersection.
Eastbound traffic on Sarnia Road will be routed north on Western Road and will not be able to access Western Road to the south of the intersection.
Summer Camp drop-offs at Springett Parking Lot and South Valley Parking Lot can access those lots from the north section of Western Road at Lambton Drive or by entering campus at the Richmond Street gates.

Summer Tennis Options

Thank you to
all our members for a fantastic winter tennis season. It's been great seeing such strong participation and energy on the courts.

A reminder that the final day of the winter season is May 10. Beginning May 11, we transition to our summer tennis schedule with reduced hours however we will be offering the following clinics below. We keep the domes up all summer however if you prefer to play outdoors, the John Hatch Tennis Centre is a great option! Please refer to John Hatch Sports Camps - Adult Tennis, Western Tennis for more information.

We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again in the fall!

Leslie Richards & John Hatch

Join us this summer for structured, fun, and social tennis sessions! All programs are organized by level to ensure the best learning experience.

Membership is not required to participate.
Sign up on Salix Registration System one week prior.
Payment required the day of the lesson.
The lesson may be cancelled due to unsafe playing conditions due to humidity or heat or due to low sign up numbers. You may be notified the day of if cancelled.

Beginner Program (Mondays)

Time: 6:00–7:00 PM or 7:00–8:00 PM
Cost: $21 per week
Format: 2 courts | 6 players per court | 1 instructor per court

Level Description:

This group is strictly for complete beginners. No prior tennis experience is required. Players will learn:

Basic grip and stroke fundamentals (forehand, backhand, serve)
Court positioning and movement
Simple rallying and introduction to scoring
Perfect for those brand new to tennis or who have never had formal instruction.

Intermediate Program (Tuesdays)

Time: 6:00–7:00 PM or 7:00–8:00 PM
Cost: $21 per week
Format: 2 courts | 6 players per court | 1 instructor per court

Level Description:

Designed for players who have basic experience and can sustain short rallies. Players should:

Have a general understanding of forehand, backhand, and serve
Be able to rally 3–5 shots consistently
Have some familiarity with scoring and match play
Focus will be on improving consistency, technique, and introducing point play.

Advanced Program (Thursdays)

Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Cost: $38 per week
Format: 2 courts | 6 players per court | 1 instructor per court

Level Description:

For more experienced players looking to refine their game. Players should:

Rally consistently (6+ shots) with control
Have reliable serves and directional control
Be comfortable with scoring and match play
Sessions will focus on:

Advanced stroke development and shot selection
Strategy and tactical play
Live point play and situational drills

Easter Weekend Hours

Friday April 3 - Open 8am-9pm
Saturday April 4 - Open 9am-6pm
Sunday April 5 - Closed
Monday April 6 - Open 8am-10pm

Dear members,

We're happy to report that the flooding threat has now passed and the club will be reopening tomorrow, Thursday March 12.

We were notified this morning that the parking lots would be reopening today. However, by that time we had already cancelled staffing and instructors for today, so we were unable to reopen on short notice.

All regular activities, lessons, and play will resume tomorrow as scheduled. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked through the situation and a huge thank you to the members for offering support in the event of a flood!

Leslie

January Membership Update 🎾

With court demand stronger than ever this season, we will not be prorating memberships this January. Although this has been an option in the past, full memberships help us manage court availability and maintain the best possible playing experience for everyone.

We truly appreciate your understanding.

Wishing all our members a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season. Thank you for being a part of our tennis community - may your holidays be filled with happiness, good health, and great matches ahead!

Friendly reminder that the club will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. We will reopen on December 27.

Leslie Richards & John Hatch
University Tennis Centre