Jump To: Ladders, Adult Clinics, Noble Tennis School (NTS), Tennis Lessons, Tennis Pros
Supervised Bridge Lessons Thursdays, 1:00PM to 3:00PM
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Round Robins run on a weekly sign-up basis and are open to players of all levels, offering a great way to enjoy organized tennis all season long. During each session, players rotate every 20-30minutes, ensuring everyone gets the chance to play with and against different members. While the exact format may vary by volunteer organizer, Round Robins are a fantastic way to meet other members, improve your game, and find playing partners!
Weekly Sign-Up opens 5 days in advance at 7:00AM. (For example, Registration for Thursday RR opens on Saturdays at 7AM)
FREE for Members
Please Note: Tournaments and Other events at the OTC may require regular scheduled activites to be suspended. Please check the Member page for more information.
Ladders (18+) - SPONSORED BY PERFORMANCE TENNIS
OTC has two ladders: Men's Singles and Women's Singles Click on the links below for more information
- Signing-up, Arranging Matches, Scoring, and Rule (PDF)
- Registration Instructions (coming soon)
- Tennis Canada Self-Rating guide (English / French)
- Ladder Reminders, Tips and Hints (PDF)
Adult Tennis Clinics
| Session Dates | Rain Dates | |
| Session 1 | May 6, 8, 13, 15 | May 20, 22, 27, 29 |
| Session 2 | June 3, 5, 10, 12 | June 17, 19, 24, 26 |
| Session 3 | July 8, 10, 15, 17 | July 22, 24, 29, 31 |
| Session 4 | Sept. 2, 4, 9, 11 | Sept. 16, 18, 23, 25 |
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Enhance your skills by refining the five essential strokes - forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and overhead - while also mastering specialty shots like half volley, return of serve, lob, drop shot, and passing shot. This clinic provides simple yet effective strategic tools to help you play smarter and develop a more well-rounded game. Join OTC Tennis Pros Colin McAlpin and Mykell Reifer for an engaging and educational tennis experience! Gain new insights, improve your technique and deepen your love for tennis! (4 participants per court)
| Session Dates | Rain Dates | |
| Session 1 | May 6, 8, 13, 15 | May 20, 22, 27, 29 |
| Session 2 | June 3, 5, 10, 12 | June 17, 19, 24, 26 |
| Session 3 | July 8, 10, 15, 17 | July 22, 24, 29, 21 |
| Session 4 | Sept. 2, 4, 9, 11 | Sept. 16, 18, 23, 25 |
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Led by NTS Director Carlo Zambri, this session blends focused skill development with real-time application in both Singles and Doubles play. Kickstart your day with NTS "Train & Play" program! Open to All levels, but prior experience and an understanding of basic rules and scoring system is required.
| Session Dates | Rain Dates | |
| Session 1 | May 8, 15, 22, 29 | TBD |
| Session 2 | June 5, 12, 19, 26 | TBD |
| Session 3 | July 3, 10, 17, 24 | TBD |
| Session 4 | August 7, 14, 21, 28 | TBD |
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Led by NTS Director Carlo Zambri, this session combines targeted practice with real-time application of new skills in both Singles and Doubles play. After the session, unwind and socialize with fellow participants over a post-practice OTC Beer at The Cameron (One beer included in price. Must be 19 years or older with valid ID). Wrap up your evening with NTS "Train & Play" program! Open to All levels, but prior experience and an understanding of basic rules and scoring system is required.
| Session Dates | Rain Dates | |
| Session 1 | May 8, 15, 22, 29 | TBD |
| Session 2 | June 5, 12, 19, 26 | TBD |
| Session 3 | July 3, 10, 17, 24 | TBD |
| Session 4 | August 7, 14, 21, 28 | TBD |
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Tennis Lessons
Looking to improve your game? Our club offers Private and Group tennis lessons for players of all ages and skill levels! Our skilled coaches provide personalized instruction to help you achieve your goals. All lessons are 1 hour in length. Fees listed do not include tax.
Private Lessons - One-on-One coaching focused on technique, strategy, and skill development. Ideal for players looking for focused skill development. ($90/Member, $100/Non-member)
Group Lessons - A fun and social way to improve your skills! Emphasizes drills, match play and strategic gameplay.
- 2 People: $65/Member, $75/Non-member
- 3 People: $45/Member, $55/Non-meber
- 4 People: $35/Member, $45/Non-member
Assistant Tennis Pro Lessons - Available to those aged 18+, Assitant Tennis pros are available at a more affordable fee than our Pros.
- 1 Person: $75/Member, $85/Non-member
- 2 People: $50/Member, $60/Non-member
- 3 People: $35/Member, $45/Non-member
- 4 People: $25/Member, $35/Non-member
Book in advance through either Mykell or Colin directy for Adult and Junior Lessons, and pay at the OTC Front Desk after taking your lesson!
Due to the nature of clay tennis courts, they are not playable when there is excessive standing water. Should your lesson be rained out, you will be contacted via your pro and rebooked for another convenient time.
- #5 in Men's Singles (Over 60) Tennis Canada Master Ratings
- 10-time Canadian National Champion in Singles and Doubles (U12, U14, U16, U21, O50, O55)
- 14-time Ottawa City Champion in Singles and Doubles
- Competed in ITF Master's World Championship (2022-2024)
- Represented Canada at US Open Junior Grand Slam, World Juinor Championships, and World Senior Championships.
- Attended University of Florida on a Full Tennis Scholarship for NCAA Div 1 Tennis.
- Bachelor of Science, Business Admin., University of Florida.
- MBA, University of Ottawa
Mykell Reifer, Tennis Pro
- 18 years of coaching experience
- Former Head Tennis Coach, Carleton University
- #1 U18 Barbados (2008, 2009)
- 2009 Davis Cup Trials (Barbados) Champion
- Former ITF Junior World Ranking (#779)
- Trained with several ATP Tour Players, including Frances Tiafoe (#10), Denis Kudla (#53), and Darian King (#106)
- Current Player on the UOttawa Women's Tennis Team
- Former Captain of the 2023-2024 UOttawa Women's Tennis Team
- #74 in Singles and #65 in Doubles (Canadian National Ranking-Adults)
- Experience coaching kids of all ages and adults in seasonal camps and private/group lessons
- Currently pursuing an Honors Bachelor of Commerce at UOttawa.
- 7 years of coaching experience with summer camps, private/group lessons, and high performance players.
- Currently playing in semi-pro events on the UTR College Circutir across the United States.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistryr and working as a Lab Tech for a water treatment company.
REFUND POLICY
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Memberships, including special assessments and capital fund fees are non-refundable. A credit may be considered if supported with medical documentation. Must be submitted withing one month of ceasing activity.
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Programs, Clinics, and Swim lessons must be cancelled 7 days prior to the start of the class, to qualify for a Refund (minus a $40 admin fee) or a Full Credit.
- If a program or clinic is cancelled by the Ottawa Tennis club prior to the start of the session, a full refund will be provided.
- Private and Group lessons must be cancelled 48 hours prior to the start of the lesson. If a lesson is canceled less than 48 hours, the full lesson cost will be charged to the account.
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Due to the nature of clay tennis courts, they are not playable when there is excessive standing water. Should your Program, Clinic or Lesson be rained out, you will be contacted via your pro and or the OTC and rebooked for another convenient time.
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If no make-up session is possible (such as end of the season), a pro-rated credit will be placed on your account.
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Should a swimming lesson be cancelled due to thunder and/or lightning, a make-up class will be scheduled. If no make-up class is possible (such as end of the season), a pro-rated credit will be placed on your account.
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All Cancellation and Refund request must be in written form and sent to info@ottawatennisclub.ca. Refunds are issued to the same method of payment, if possible.