Overview
Yorkville Tennis Club is an indoor tennis club in New York, located at 1725 York Ave in the Manhattan neighborhood. Yorkville Tennis Club is a membership-based club. There are 2 courts with a hard surface. Courts are floodlit for evening play. Yorkville Tennis Club is one of 40 tennis clubs (157 tennis venues in total) in New York — nearby options include Tower Tennis Courts Inc (0 m away) and Upper East Side Tennis Racquet Service (247 m away).
What players say Mixed reviews
Players report Yorkville Tennis Club as a functioning tennis facility with group lessons, clinics, and coaching programs notably led by Coach Antonio, who receives high praise. The club offers 2 courts and a cozy, friendly atmosphere. However, booking classes can be difficult and the customer service at the desk has drawn significant criticism. Court conditions are considered old but usable.
The club has 2 courts in a unique indoor setting within a hotel. Courts are described as old but acceptable by some, with generally good atmosphere. The surface type is not specified.
Booking is frequently described as hard, with several users noting challenges in scheduling classes or courts. There are reports of class cancellations without notification, and a pushy or dismissive attitude from front-desk staff can make the booking experience unpleasant.
The facility offers group clinics, Drill & Play packages, and private lessons. Coach Antonio, a former pro athlete, is highly praised across multiple reviews for his detailed, encouraging coaching style and positive impact on players' games. Some other instructors receive mixed to negative feedback.
The atmosphere is described as friendly and cozy by some, with a positive community feel and helpful pros, including staff like Christina and Keith who manage court reservations. Conversely, some customers report hostile and disrespectful treatment from staff, including a racially charged environment and poor customer service at the front desk.
Prices are noted as not cheap, with some users feeling stuck with packages they cannot switch or refund, leading to dissatisfaction. Despite pricing concerns, players value the coaching provided, particularly by Antonio.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today 7 AM–9:30 PM
- Friday 7 AM–9:30 PM
- Saturday 8 AM–8 PM
- Sunday 8 AM–8 PM
- Monday 8 AM–8 PM
- Tuesday 8 AM–8 PM
- Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM
Programs
High Performance - Yellow Ball is for higher-skill juniors preparing for competition using full-pressure yellow balls; approval by Junior Directors is required. No adult team/interclub details are given.
Junior programs include Red Ball 1 & 2, orange ball, green dot, yellow ball, and High Performance - Yellow Ball. They are grouped by age/skill with small groups, a general 4:1 student/instructor ratio, and weekday/Sunday scheduling.
Adult group classes/clinics are offered weekly for all playing levels, with same day/time each week and weekday, weeknight, and weekend options. Junior players are also separated into small groups by age and level.
Social & Leagues
Evening League is listed as an adult playing option; no ladder details are provided.