Overview
Riverside Clay Tennis Association is an outdoor tennis club in New York, located at 475 Riverside Dr Suite #455 in the Manhattan neighborhood. Riverside Clay Tennis Association is a membership-based club. There are 30 courts with a clay surface. The courts are unlit, so play is best during daylight hours. Riverside Clay Tennis Association is one of 40 tennis clubs (157 tennis venues in total) in New York — nearby options include 96th Street Clay Tennis Courts (52 m away) and PingPod (509 m away).
What players say Mixed reviews
Players say Riverside Clay Tennis Association offers outdoor red clay courts with a pleasant setting. The courts are playable but have quality issues causing inconsistent bounces. Booking private lessons can be problematic due to last-minute cancellations and poor communication. Staff attitudes receive mixed feedback, with some finding them friendly and others rude, contributing to a somewhat disorganized feel.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today 7 AM–8 PM
- Friday 7 AM–8 PM
- Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
- Sunday 7 AM–8 PM
- Monday 7 AM–8 PM
- Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
- Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM
Programs
Members can register for tournaments and ladders for organized matches including juniors and adults; entry requirements not detailed.
Progressive group lessons by age and skill levels (red ball to junior aces up to age 17), summer camp for ages 4-16; juniors participate in tournaments and ladders as part of group programs.
Group lessons run in spring and fall sessions with up to 6 players; semiprivate lessons available with 2-4 players and hourly rates; lessons include court time, balls, and loaner rackets.
Social & Leagues
Organized competitive ladders and tournaments are offered for members to compete; no specific league formats or entry requirements detailed.
Annual events: Spring Opening Celebration (June), End of Season Party; free summer concerts on Saturdays June 20-August 8, 7-8:30pm; U.S. Open watch parties in September; food and drinks at some events; events held outdoors on lawn or at Wilson store; portable bathrooms and water available.