CVTA Tennis Programs
USTA Adult League
USTA Senior League
USTA Adult Mixed Doubles
USTA Senior Mixed Doubles
BMW Adult Combo Doubles
BMW Senior Combo Doubles
USTA Corporate Team Tennis
USTA Super Seniors
Singles League
Fun Friday Mixer
Ladies Summer Tri-Level Day League
Play Tennis Rome
Youth Tennis: Junior Team Tennis
Youth Tennis: Kids for Tennis
USTA Adult League
The Adult League plays in the fall and in the spring of each year. The fall league generally starts in September and runs approximately 12 weeks. The spring league generally starts in mid-February and runs approximately 10 weeks with a rain-out date set up for Wednesday evenings. This program consists of the same gender teams competing against each other at the different NTRP levels. Levels of play are Ladies 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 3.75, 4.0, and 4.5 and Men’s 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 3.75, 4.0 and 4.5. Play is scheduled for once a week: Monday evenings are for the 3.5 men and women and 4.5 men.
Tuesday evenings are for the 3.0, 3.75 and 4.0 men and the 2.5 and 4.0 women.
Thursday evenings are for the 2.0 and 3.0 women and the 2.5 men.
The format of play for this program is 2 singles positions and 3 doubles positions at the 3.0 through 4.5 levels and 1 singles position and 2 doubles position for levels 2.0 and 2.5. The winners from each level are given the opportunity to advance to the State Championships. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 19 years old. An 18 year old may participate if they are going to turn 19 years of age during the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $23.00 plus the tennis link fee.
USTA Senior League
The Senior League plays in the fall and in the spring of each year. The fall league generally starts in late September and the spring League starts in March. Each league runs approximately 8 weeks. Seniors play on the clay courts at Coosa Country Club. This program consists of the same gender teams competing against each other at the different NTRP levels. Levels of play are Ladies 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and Men’s 3.0, 3.5, 4.0. Play is scheduled for once a week alternating on Saturdays and Sundays for all levels, men and women. The format of play for this program is 3 doubles positions for all levels. The winners from each level are given the opportunity to advance to the State Championships. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 50 years old. A 49 year old may participate if they turn 50 within the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $18.00 plus the tennis link fee.
Contact Harriett Brock at harriettbrock@rometennis.com Senior Ladies Coordinator
Contact Patrick Garrettt at pgarrett@rometennis.com Senior Men’s Coordinator
USTA Adult Mixed Doubles League
The Mixed Doubles League plays in the late fall/winter and spring/summer of each year. The fall/winter league begins in November/December and runs approximately 9 weeks. The spring/summer league begins in April and runs approximately 9 weeks. This program consists of male and female partnered teams competing against each other at the different NTRP levels. Levels of play are 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, and 8.0. Winter play is scheduled for once a week on Sunday afternoons for all levels. Spring/summer play is on Tuesday for 6.0 and 8.0 and Thursday nights for 5.0 and 7.0.
The format of play for this program is 3 doubles positions for all levels. The winners from each level are given the opportunity to advance to the State Championships. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 19 years old. An 18 year old may participate if they are going to turn 19 years of age during the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $20.00 plus the tennis link fee.
Contact Mark Dodd at doddsports@hotmail.com Mixed Doubles Coordinator
USTA Senior Mixed Doubles
The Senior Mixed Doubles league is set up identical to the Adult League and plays with the Adult Mixed Doubles program. The differences are the age requirements and cost. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 50 years old. A 49 year old may participate as long as they turn 50 within the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $18.00 plus the tennis link fee. Contact Mark Dodd at doddsports@hotmail.com Mixed Coordinator
BMW Adult Combo Doubles
This program consists of the same gender teams competing against each other at the different NTRP levels. Levels of play are: Ladies 5.0, 5.5, 6.5, and 7.5 and Men's 5.5, 6.5, and 7.5. The format of play for this program is 3 doubles positions for all levels. The winners from each level are given the opportunity to advance to the State Championships. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 19 years old. An 18 year old may participate if they are going to turn 19 years of age during the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $22.00 plus the tennis link fee. The BMW Senior Combo Doubles league is set up identical to the BMW Adult Combo League and plays with the Adult Combo Doubles program. The differences are the age requirements. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a me mbership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 50 years old. A 49 year old may participate if they turn 50 within the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $20.00 plus the tennis link fee.For more info contact CVTA's Local League Coordinator at:
llc@rometennis.com
BMW Senior Combo Doubles
The BMW Senior Combo Doubles league is set up identical to the BMW Adult Combo League and plays with the Adult Combo Doubles program. The differences are the age requirements. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 50 years old. A 49 year old may participate if they turn 50 within the year of sign up. The cost to participate in this program is $20.00 plus the tennis link fee.
Contact Bill Thornton at bg1thornton@comcast.net for more information
USTA Corporate Team Tennis
The USTA Georgia Corporate Team Tennis Program is a developmental program for the business community to work in cooperation with the Rome Tennis Club. Its primary focus is to provide exercise, health awareness, employee camaraderie, and an opportunity for networking with other businesses in the area. This program will accommodate all levels of play. Teams are formed of men and women, structured according to skill levels, who compete against other companies in their communities. Your team can be the employees of your company, their spouses, relatives and friends or we can put a team together for your company to join in the fun. These provisions make it possible for your company to roster a competitive team and at the same time introduce fellow employees to the enjoyable sport of tennis. This will give you an excellent opportunity to reflect your company's image in our community. Corporate Team Tennis plays during the winter and summer on Saturday mornings. Divisions are 3.5 and up and 3.5 and under. The format consists of 1 line of male and female singles, 1 line of male and female doubles, and 2 lines of mixed doubles. A minimum of 2 men and 2 women are needed to make a team, with a maximum of 5 men and 5 women per team. Each season runs 6-8 weeks. Cost is $10.00 plus the tennis link fee.
Contact Bill Thornton at bg1thornton@comcast.net for more information.
USTA Super Seniors
Super Seniors has no regular play during the year. Teams are formed locally and advance directly to the State Championships held in October of each year. The format of play is 3 doubles positions. To be eligible to participate in this program, a player must maintain a membership to the United States Tennis Association and be a minimum of 60 years old.
Contact Bill Thornton at bg1thornton@comcast.net for more information.
Singles League
The Singles Flex League gives players the opportunity to enjoy organized singles matches with an emphasis on the fun and fitness benefits of tennis with flexible scheduling.
This is a great opportunity for those who want to play singles during Combo and/or Mixed Doubles season and also for anyone who might be interested in playing singles in the upcoming Adult season. Captains would also benefit from having their singles players in this league and also to scout for potential singles players. This league will assist in helping singles players keep up with their playing skills and/or to develop their skills.
Check the website during the year for registration opening and season information.
This program consists of male and female singles players competing against other male and female players at the different NTRP levels. Levels of play are 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5. Players must be USTA members, but this is a recreational league and these matches will have NO effect on your NTRP ratings.
Any questions regarding the Singles Flex League can be directed to Noreen Salmon at singles@coosavalleytennis.com.
Fun Friday Mixer
The Fun Friday Mixer plays on Friday nights at 6:30 during the summer beginning in June. During the rest of the year, special Fun Friday Mixers are set-up monthly for the different holidays. This is a social program pairing men and women together, playing a round robin format, exchanging partners each round. This is a fun way to keep up your tennis skills and meet new people. Cost is $5.00 per player each Friday.
Contact Scharla Battle at scharla0621@yahoo.com for more information.
Ladies Summer Tri-Level Day League
Tri-Level League is a league tennis program that accommodates players at three different NTRP levels on each team-it's perfect for friends at different NTRP levels to play together on the same team! This league does not affect your NTRP rating.
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Play Tennis Rome Program
Originally known as the 1-2-3 Program, our Play Tennis Rome program, taught by a pro, offers introductory and intermediate instruction, activities, and social and competitive play for all ages.
The format is a group lesson that teaches the basics of the game easily in a fun, active and encouraging group environment.
For a period of six to eight weeks, once a week, this program will get you playing in no time and enjoying the health and social benefits of tennis. Cost of $55.00 includes your tennis racquet!
Contact the Rome Tennis Center at 706-290-0072 for further information.
Youth Tennis
Junior Team Tennis
Juniors must be 8-18 years of age and have a USTA membership to participate in this league. Registration is through Tennis Link. We are always looking for parent captains. Age divisions include 18 and under, 14 and under, and 12 and under, intermediate and advanced. Children who do not have a team to play on will be placed on a team. Contact the CVTA league coordinator for further information.
Kids for Tennis Program
Kids for Tennis (KFT) is launching a new Tennis Pilot program for boys and girls who are 10 and under beginners and 8 and under beginners, introducing the 36 foot mini court for 8 year olds and the 60 foot mini court for 10 year olds. As with many other sports for this age group, the mini tennis court is now designed for their physical size and capabilities. The changes in court size, net height and oversized foam ball will make tennis an easy sport to learn. Emphasis will be on sportsmanship and the basics of tennis. Each week will include a lesson, group practice and a match . Parent involvement is a part of this program. Racquets, balls and USTA membership are included in this program. Children must have a USTA membership. If you are interested in having your child participate, please contact Bill Thornton at bg1thornton@comcast.net or Dee Evans at dse_mie@hotmail.com
Kids for Tennis Brochure (pdf)