Tennis Center of Camden
Tennis Center of Camden, located in downtown Camden, features 16 lighted tennis courts, canopies for shading, front porch areas, a pro-shop, 3,500 feet of lighted walking trail, more than 150 parking spaces, and 12 lighted pickleball courts. We have much to be proud of at the Tennis Center of Camden including being awarded “USTA 2021 OUTSTANDING TENNIS FACILITY” – only one of four large facilities in the entire country.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 9am – 9pm
Friday – Saturday: 9am – 4pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm
SAFETY GUIDELINES
The health and safety of all players, patrons and employees remains our foremost concern at the Tennis Center of Camden & Camden Pickleball Plaza. Guidelines are subject to change based on new knowledge and social conditions. Rectory Square and Scott Park are open to the publc.
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
TENNIS FEES, RESERVATIONS & CHECK-IN:
Court Fees: $5 per player for 2 hours. Court reservations can be made up to 2 days in advance. All players must sign in at the Shop prior to play.
Ball machine rental fee is $15/hour – *CREDIT CARD IS REQUIRED FOR RENTALS.
To learn more about the types of tennis memberships or to inquire about booking an event at the Tennis Center or Pickleball Plaza call (803)432-0252 or email RICK MARTIN, Director of Racquet Sports, at rmartin@camdensc.org,
PAYMENT METHODS: Cash or Credit Card.
TENNIS / PICKLEBALL LESSONS & PROGRAMS:
Lessons, weekly programs and special events are provided by Rick Martin Tennis Services at the Tennis Center and Pickleball Plaza.
For more information, call (803) 432-0252 or email RICK MARTIN, Director of Racquet Sports at rmartin@camdensc.org.
TENNIS / PICKLEBALL LESSONS:
Call (803) 432- 0252 or email to schedule lessons in advance.
RICK MARTIN – Director Of Racquets, RSPA Elite Professional, PTR Professinal, UTR Certified, PPR Certified Pro
EMAIL: rmartin@camdensc.org
Chris Webb – Head Racquets Professional, RSPA Elite Professional
EMAIL: cwebb@camdensc.org
One Hour Private $65 / Half-Hour Private $35
Semi-Private – $35 per player / hour
GROUP LESSONS:
Family relatives, close friends or league teams interested in “customized” group lessons focusing on stroke production, drills, games, rally & play, singles/doubles strategies should contact Rick Martin.
ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS:
PROGRAM REGISTRATION –
CALL (803) 432-0252 TO REGISTER AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Space is limited. A clinic may be cancelled due to weather or limited registration.
TUESDAYS
9:00AM BILL HAMM ADULT DOUBLES – All levels welcome. Call the tennis shop to be added to this program that has been running for many years.
6:30PM – 7:30PM SKILLS and DRILLS (Preregistration required by NOON on Tuesdays.)
2.5 to 3.0 Players. Focus on stroke production. $18 per player
THURSDAYS
9:30 AM MIXED DOUBLES – (Preregistration required by NOON on Wednesdays.)
Level 3.0 & Up Players.
6:30PM – 7:30PM TENNIS STRATEGIES & STROKES (Preregistration required by 6PM on Wednesday.)
Level 3.0 & up for Men and Women. Doubles & Singles skills and match strategies. $18 per players
SATURDAYS
9:00 AM LADIES DOUBLES PLAY (Preregistration required by NOON on Fridays.)
Partner not required.
$1 for members / $6 for nonmembers
JUNIOR TENNIS WEEKLY PROGRAMS:
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
SESSION 1 DATES: March 10 – April 16, 2026
SESSION 2 DATES: April 21 – May 28, 2026
CALL (803) 432-0252 for costs and to register.
PAYMENT METHODS: Cash or Credit Card payments only. No checks.
GROUP DESCRIPTIONS :
LITTLE ACES: *Parent/Guardian must be present.* Ages 5-6. Kid’s have fun learning intro to tennis.
FUTURE STARS: Ages 7- Up. Builds on tennis basics and techniques while incorporating point play.
JR. ELITE TENNIS TRAINING = JETT:
JETT 1 – Ages 9 & Up. Developing competition level players. Pro approval required.
JETT 2 – ADVANCED competition level players. Pro approval required.
TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS
3:30 – 4:00 PM LITTLE ACES :
4:00 – 5:00 PM FUTURE STARS
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM JETT 1 (DEVELOPING)
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM JETT 2 (ADVANCED)
PRO SHOP SERVICES:
Rick Martin Tennis Pro Services provides on-site racquet stringing service, stocks a selection of adult and junior tennis racquets, strings, grips, pickleball paddles, tennis balls and accessories.
EQUIPMENT RENTALS: Racquet or Paddle: $5 each.
CREDIT CARD IS REQUIRED FOR RENTALS.
2026 EVENT CALENDAR:
FEBRUARY 14 Valentine Mixer
March 2 Camden Pickleball League Begins
March 9 USTA Junior Team Tennis (JTT) begins
MARCH 13-15 City of Camden Junior Tennis Classic – USTA Level 6
May 8 Future Stars Junior Tennis Tournament
May 16-17 Pickleball Plaza of Camden – Spring Open Tournament
May 30 Pickle Me- Charity Mixer (Kershaw Co School Ministries)
SEPTEMBER 4-6 City of Camden Adult Tennis Classic- USTA Level 6
SEPTEMBER 19-20 Pickleball Plaza of Camden – Fall Open Tournament
OCTOBER 9 – 11 “Books on Broad” Junior Tennis Classic-USTA Level 6
DECEMBER 5 Adult Holiday Tennis Mixer
More dates to come