Tennis Programs
Team Tennis
Anthem Golf and Country Club is proud to participate in USTA, WITL, and ATA tennis leagues. If you are interested in playing on an Anthem Golf and Country Club team please contact Director of Racquet Sports Chris Brewer at chris.brewer@clubcorp.com. Teams must be comprised of a minimum of 80 percent Club Members. Guests on Club teams must pay a seasonal guest fee. Guests do not have any privileges outside of participating in team matches and scheduled practices led by a Club professional. For additional information please contact Chris Brewer at chris.brewer@clubcorp.com
Anthem Tennis University
Our Adult Beginner Tennis Program is designed to get you PLAYING tennis from day one!
Three classes to choose from. Class size limited.
Contact Ironwood at 623.551.6247 or Director of Tennis, Chris Brewer at 623.465.3103 or Chris.Brewer@clubcorp.com
Adult Lessons
Cardio Tennis
Cardio Tennis is a high-energy fitness program that combines the best features of the sport of tennis with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full-body, calorie-burning aerobic workout.
Cardio Tennis is a fun group activity for anyone, at any playing level, looking for a fun way to burn calories & interact with others outside of the gym.
Men’s Drop-In Tennis
Held at the Persimmon courts, Men’s Drop-In is a complimentary program that does not require advanced registration. Come on out, pick up a game and have a great time among friends.
Team Drills
Drills are designed only for Anthem Club team members, to learn tactics and develop doubles strategies in a competitive environment. If you are interested in joining a team contact Director of Racquet Sports, Chris Brewer at chris.brewer@clubcorp.com.
Ball Machine
Members must make an initial appointment for a demonstration with one of our professionals to learn how to use the Playmate ball machine. After your orientation, you may rent the ball machine for $10 for one hour. We also offer an unlimited annual ball machine pass for only $200. Charge is pro-rated upon registration.
Special Events
Our tennis program offers Special Events each month. Events include Anthem vs Anthem, Cactus Cup and Ugly Sweater Mixer. In addition, the 2nd Friday of every month we host a complimentary Member Appreciation Clinic. This is a free clinic for all levels of players. Advanced registration is required for all Special Events including Member Appreciation.
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Individual Lessons
Director of Tennis 1/2 Hour: $45 1 Hour: $73
Head Professional or Staff Professional 1/2 Hour: $43 1 Hour: $68
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Group Lessons
Director of Tennis 1 Hour Playing Session: $25 per person Semi-Private or Group Lesson: $73 plus $5 each additional person
Head Professional and Staff Professional 1 Hour Playing Session: $20 per person Semi-Private or Group Lesson: $70 plus $5 each additional person |
Tennis Guests
Members are invited to bring guests to the club to experience the racquet facility and programs. Individual guests may be invited 6 times per calendar year. The guest fee is $10 per day and includes use of the tennis facility, pickleball facility, pool, fitness center and locker room.
For additional guest fee policies such as Team Tennis participation speak with Chris Brewer at chris.brewer@clubcorp.com.
Chris Brewer
Director of Racquet Sports
Serving since 2012
623-465-3103
About Chris
Coach Chris has been in the Tennis Industry for more than 20 years with extensive experience as a competitive player and administrator. Before moving to Arizona in 2005, Chris was the Head Professional at Bally Racquet Club in Kansas City, MO and served as Director of Tennis at Valley Oak Racquet Club in Red Bluff, CA. In 2010 and again in 2016 he was honored with the USPTA Southwest Professional of the Year award. In addition, he served on the USPTA Southwest Board for 8 years and on the USPTA National Executive Committee from 2012-2016. Chris played collegially at the University of Northern Colorado where he graduated with a BA in Journalism (1998). He also received his Masters in Organizational Management in 2004 from the University of Phoenix. Previously Chris has served as Director of Tennis at the Kiwanis Tennis Center in Tempe, AZ and also as the Tennis Supervisor at the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex here in Arizona from 2007 to 2010. While at STRC the complex was name...
Dennis Ayotte
Pickleball Professional
Serving since 2022
About Dennis
Coach Dennis is a Certified Professional through the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) the Official Teaching and Certification Partner for USA Pickleball. He is also the local Ambassador for USA Pickleball.
Dennis Ayotte is a Sponsored Team Gearbox Player and Authorized Dealer in Anthem. Competitive pickleball drives him with recent Gold Medals in both mens and mixed doubles here in Arizona. Dennis won a Silver Medal in Men’s Doubles 35+ at the Tournament of Champions (TOC) in Utah in 2021.
He is focused on growing the sport in our community. The Ayotte’s (eye-its) are definitely a pickleball family. Jackson (19 4.5/5.0 player) and Aidan (16 3.5 player) definitely share dad’s passion for the sport. Dana (mom) and daughters Abby (14) and Josie (8) also have fun on the courts.
Dennis earned a BA in Exercise Science & Athletic training. He has an extensive background in Sports Medicine.
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