At Gleneagles Country Club in Delray Beach, Fla., tennis and pickleball are about more than having a court to play on. They’re about having the right people to play with, finding the right level for your game and having professionals who are invested in helping you improve. From organizing playing groups to arranging daily games, our racquets program makes it easy for members to play regularly, build connections and enjoy more time on the court.
Our program is designed around organized social and competitive play, with approximately 56% of our tennis and pickleball members participating in a group. These groups give members opportunities to meet other players and enjoy regular play.
Finding the Right Fit
When a new member joins, our racquets professionals reach out to learn about their playing experience and interest in social or competitive play. They then evaluate their skills on the court and place them in the group that best matches their ability.
The competitive tennis program includes six men’s and six women’s groups, while pickleball offers several groups ranging from novice to expert. Each group has a captain who helps keep players connected and organized.
Placement isn’t a one-time decision. Our pros are consistently on the courts monitoring play and providing feedback. They get to know how members play, identify areas for improvement and watch for changes in skill level.
As a player’s game develops, they may be moved to a more competitive group or another level that better suits their ability. In pickleball, these adjustments can happen frequently, while tennis placements are generally more established around group and team structures. Our professionals communicate with members along the way to ensure they’re playing at the appropriate level.
A Game Already Waiting for You
One of the program’s biggest advantages is our professional concierge service. Our professionals dedicate time each morning to arranging games and courts, taking the work out of finding playing partners and coordinating schedules. Members can simply show up knowing their game is already organized.
Pickleball is organized Monday through Saturday, with all eight courts filled each day. Sunday mixers bring members together for additional play. Tennis is equally active, with all 19 courts filled Monday through Saturday and special event mixers on Sundays.
By handling the organization of daily play and helping members find groups that match their abilities, our racquets professionals make it easier for members to spend their time doing what they came to Gleneagles to do: play.
