Vanderbilt Tennis Club

The club has one full-size tennis court mainly reserved for group lessons and two practice courts with ball machines. The courts are indoors in a historic building, but practice areas can feel cramped and like hitting against a wall rather than full-court play.

Courts are indoors with views of Park Avenue through distinctive arched windows, creating a unique atmosphere. However, lighting is widely criticized as flickery, inconsistent, and in need of an upgrade, which affects night play comfort.

Booking is reportedly difficult and frustrating with an outdated system. Reservations by phone can be slow, with inconsistent information and limited drop-in options. Courts are often crowded, and players experience problems securing courts or ball machines as expected.

The club offers clinics and private coaching, with named coaches Josh and Danny mentioned. Josh is praised for being encouraging and fun, especially for beginners, while Danny receives multiple strongly negative reviews for poor communication, frequent cancellations, and unprofessional behavior.

The atmosphere is noted as friendly and supportive by some, especially beginners, but others complain of unprofessional staff, an unwelcoming environment, and inappropriate behavior by some instructors, including reports of hostility from coach Mel.

Locker rooms and changing areas are described as clean but small. Overall club cleanliness is acceptable, though one reviewer noted one practice court machine malfunctioning.

Prices are considered expensive, with hourly court fees around $90 and additional equipment rental fees. Some feel the cost does not match the cramped spaces and facility limitations, especially for practice sessions on small courts.