Overview
TCR The Club of Riverdale is an indoor tennis club in Bronx, New York, located at 2600 Netherland Ave in the West Bronx neighborhood. TCR The Club of Riverdale is a membership-based club. There are 6 courts. TCR The Club of Riverdale is one of 7 tennis clubs (46 tennis venues in total) in Bronx — nearby options include TCR Cafe (12 m away) and Tennis courts (219 m away).
What players say Mixed reviews
Players find TCR The Club of Riverdale an overall solid facility for tennis with excellent coaching from pros like Josh and Brent, who are highly praised for their lessons and clinics. However, several negative reviews cite serious billing issues, poor front desk customer service, and some dissatisfaction with staff attitudes. The club also offers amenities such as a pool, gym, and spa, but the tennis experience itself receives both enthusiastic endorsements and strong criticism.
TCR offers quality group and private tennis lessons with highly regarded pros such as Josh and Brent. Players highlight Josh's energetic, encouraging coaching style and Brent’s strategic and encyclopedic tennis knowledge. Clinics and doubles lessons help players of varying levels improve, with several reviewers noting significant game development and readiness for competitive doubles matches.
The club has junior tennis clinics and after-school programs for children. However, some parents report dissatisfaction and billing issues for kids' clinics they did not attend, indicating concerns about administrative practices related to junior lessons.
The atmosphere is described as welcoming with friendly, professional staff, especially by several tennis players praising the pros and management like Josh Halpern. Conversely, multiple reviewers criticize the front desk and other staff for poor customer service, including rude behavior and aggressive billing practices, suggesting inconsistent experiences.
Many reviewers commend the facility’s cleanliness and well-maintained locker rooms and showers. However, there is a specific complaint about lack of towels and hygiene concerns during the ongoing COVID situation.
While some members feel the tennis instruction offers excellent value for improving their game, others strongly criticize unexpected charges and aggressive billing practices, including being charged for lesson packages without prior consent and fees for kids' clinics never attended. Membership costs mentioned include a $150 monthly fee.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today 6 AM–10 PM
- Friday 7:30 AM–10 PM
- Saturday 7:30 AM–10 PM
- Sunday 7:30 AM–6 PM
- Monday 6 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM
Programs
Offers adult and junior programs as part of a dynamic tennis program; emphasizes competitive and high-performance tennis
Includes junior tennis instruction, camps, after school programs and sports development programs for various ages and skill levels.
Group tennis lessons and clinics led by passionate coaches and trainers for all skill levels.
Social & Leagues
Offers parties and social events as part of family-friendly athletic and social enrichment programs.