Adult Lessons

Only staff employed by the Irvington Club may give instruction on our courts.

To sign up for adult group classes, please call the Front Desk at 503-287-8749

Adult Group Classes

Whether you are a beginning player or a player just entering your prime, the Irvington Club has a group class for you. All group classes are taught by USPTA certified pros Walter Seidel and Cris Valverde.

Members can sign up for group classes one week in advance (after the conclusion of that week’s class).

Non-members can sign up for group classes the evening prior starting at 6pm

Here is the cost for all adult group lessons (1 hour session).

# of People Member Non-Member
1 $68.00 $79.00
2 $38.00 $41.00
3 $26.00 $30.00
4 $20.00 $25.00
5 $18.00 $22.00
6+ $17.00 $19.00
Adult Class Descriptions

Beginner Coed Drill w/ Walter | Thursdays ~ 10:30am – 11:30 am
A coed class for beginners taught by Walter Seidel. This class is held on Thursdays from 10:30am until 11:30am for a full month. There is a max of 8 people. The 4-week session costs $68 for members and $76 for non-members. Once you have registered, you will be enrolled for all classes that month. If you are unable to make a class, you may find a substitute to take your place, but you will still be charged for the class.

2.5 – 3.0 Women’s Doubles Class w/ Walter | Saturdays ~ 7:00 – 8:15 am
Teaching a good technical foundation to have the confidence to compete in club league matches and tournaments. We focus on basic technique, footwork, strategy and tactics and make use of fun doubles games to keep you moving while incorporating new skills into your tennis game.

2.5 – 3.0 Women’s Class w/Cris | Wednesdays ~ 10:45 – 11:45 am
A skills oriented class focusing on technique, movement, and court positioning. Drills incorporate realistic doubles scenarios so you can “groove the moves.” Bring a friend, hone those strokes, and improve your movement!

2.5 – 3.0 Men’s Doubles Class w/Walter | Saturdays ~ 8:15 – 9:30 am
Teaching a good technical foundation to have the confidence to compete in club league matches and tournaments. We will focus on basic technique, footwork, strategy and tactics. With 3.0 rated players in this class we will focus more on taking balls out of the air and moving more aggressively to the net. Use of several doubles games to keep the players moving while focusing on one theme for the class.

3.0 – 3.5 Women’s Doubles Class w/Cris | Thursdays ~ 8:30 – 9:30 am
A fun, fast paced drill for players who are looking to improve their volleys and learn basic doubles positioning and tactics.

3.5+ Women’s Doubles Class w/Walter | Mondays ~ 6:15 – 7:30 pm
A fun, fast paced drill for players who are looking to improve their volleys and learn basic doubles positioning and tactics.

3.5+ Men’s Doubles Class w/Walter | Saturdays ~ 9:30 – 10:45 am
This class is designed around quick moving games focusing on tactical doubles plays. Technical teaching is also included in this class. If you are looking for a doubles workout class with all the benefits of learning tactics and doubles technique this is the class for you.

4.5 Women’s Doubles Class w/Cris | Sundays ~ 8:15 – 9:15 am
This class is primarily for 4.5 women but opens to 4.0 women the evening prior (Saturday) starting at 6pm.

 

Adult Private Lessons

Private lessons are also available. Please call the Club at 503-287-8749 and speak directly with Walter Seidel or Cris Valverde. If a private lesson is canceled less than 24 hours prior to the start of the lesson, a $25 late cancellation fee will be charged.

The private lesson rates are as follows:

Time Frame Member Non-Member
1 hour $68.00 $79.00
3/4 hour $55.00 $62.00
1/2 hour $39.00 $48.00
Cancellation Policies

Adult Group Lessons

If a group lesson is canceled less than 6 hours prior to the start of the class, a $7 late cancellation fee will be charged.

Adult Private Lessons

If a private lesson is canceled less than 24 hours prior to the start of the lesson, a $25 late cancellation fee will be charged.

If you have any questions regarding the weekly classes, please contact Walter Seidel or Cris Valverde at 503-287-8749

 

Online Instructional Videos

Check out the Irvington Club YouTube page for instructional videos from our pros: youtube.com/@irvingtonclub

 

Men’s Open Play
Drop-in doubles play for all levels every Wednesday afternoon 2:30 pm until Close. This is a great opportunity to meet, socialize and practice with other tennis players at the club. Come on out and meet new people and have a great time.

 

Women’s Open Play
Drop-in doubles play for all levels Monday nights 5:00 pm until 8:45pm and Wednesdays 9:30 am – 2:30 pm (except when City League matches are taking place from noon-2:30pm). This is a great opportunity to meet, socialize and practice with other tennis players at the club. Come on out and meet new people and have a great time.