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Best Tennis Courts In Detroit

One of the most exciting and great ways to exercise while having a great time is to grab a partner and head to a tennis court. Whether you're looking to play for a grueling set of matches all day, or just a quick game after work for a fast workout, there are plenty of options in Detroit that can suit your needs. The Motor City is home to many amazing indoor tennis facilities, for those rainy or crummy days, as well as plenty of outdoor spaces that are perfect for taking advantage of the gorgeous warm weather. Here are some of the best spots in Metro Detroit to head out for a great game of tennis.
Detroit Tennis & Squash Club
31031 Drake Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
(248) 661-2300
www.detroittennis.com

Long-known as one of the oldest and most well-established tennis clubs in all of Southeastern Michigan, the Detroit Tennis & Squash Club has been perfecting the art of elite tennis activity for many years. In 1973, the organization moved their prized faculties out into the nearby suburb of Farmington Hills. With thirteen amazing outdoor courts to choose from and four pristine indoor courts, whether it's rain or shine, the Detroit Tennis & Squash Club is the perfect place to go when you want to try out that new racquet.

Dearborn Racquet & Health Club
2727 S. Gulley Rd.
Dearborn, MI 48124
(313) 562-1296
www.thedrhc.com

The Dearborn Racquet & Health Club is much more than just a place to stop for a quick game of tennis. It's also a complete and full-service health club. With many amenities and opportunities for individuals and groups alike to get involved in different programs to up their game. Courses range from basics involving skills and function, to fitness-themed classes, such as a cardio tennis course. The nationally-recognized staff of trainers will help you find the best program that works for what you have in mind. A full program for the upcoming 2015 season is available on their website.

Eastside Tennis & Fitness Club
18201 E. Warren Ave.
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2944
www.eastsidetennisfitness.com

Founded back in 1987, the Eastside Tennis & Fitness Club has a full staff of friendly individuals ready to help you find the best tennis regimen that will either get you back into shape, or fit into your busy schedule to add some fun and workouts into your daily routine. In 1999, the United States Professional Tennis Association named Eastside Tennis & Fitness as runner-up for the award given to the club or program that does the most to serve their community. With plenty of tennis courts, all well-maintained, this club is a great option if you're living or working on the east side of Detroit.

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Indian Village Tennis Club
1502 Parker St.
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 331-9494
www.indianvillagetennisclub.com

For over 100 years, the Indian Village Tennis Club has been serving many of Detorit's most prominent residents of the Indian Village neighborhood. Nowadays, everyone is welcome to come and join and play some tennis on the great and well-maintained courts here. With three courts to choose from, all well-supervised and spotless, you and a friend can drop in for a quick round, or settle-up for something more. Members of the club are welcome to join their tennis tournaments and play for some friendly competition. Courts are open from May 1 to October 31 each year.

Racquet Club Of Ann Arbor
3010 Hickory Ln.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 971-5441
www.a2racquet.com

If you live way out on the west side of Metro Detroit, then perhaps one of your best options is to check out the Racquet Club of Ann Arbor, which has been serving the community with the utmost care and service for many years. Located between Gallup Park and Huron Hills Golf Course, the Racquet Club of Ann Arbor is a members-only club, but anyone can apply to become a member. Their tennis facility is second to none, with twelve total courts to choose from, including eight hard courts and four Har-Tru clay courts, for that complete professional experience. The Racquet Club of Ann Arbor also offers plenty of fitness programs for all age groups for those who are looking to get the whole family involved in some tennis this season.

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Michael Ferro is freelance writer and a graduate of Michigan State University where he majored in Creative Writing and received the Jim Cash Creative Writing Award. Born and bred in Detroit, he currently resides in Ypsilanti Township. Additional writing can be found at Examiner.com.
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