Central Park Tennis Club

What Central Park Tennis Club does

Central Park Tennis Club is a privately held, member-owned tennis club located in Kirkland, Washington (United States), founded in 1972. It operates the largest member-owned hard-court indoor tennis facility in the country with 18 tennis courts (12 indoor and 6 outdoor), a fitness center, an outdoor heated swimming pool, a snack bar, and racquet stringing services. The club is entirely dedicated to tennis and serves families, adult tennis players of all skill levels, juniors ages 3 through 18, and a small young-professional cohort.

The club operates a tiered membership model: Equity Membership (capped at 500 members, $10,000 initiation, $285–$355/month), Young Professional Membership (capped at 10 members, ages 22–30, $2,000 initiation, $256/month), and Junior Membership (capped at 25 members, up to age 21, $500 initiation, $137/month). Prospective members join a waitlist via a non-refundable deposit ($500–$2,500) that is later credited toward initiation. Beyond dues and initiation fees, the club generates revenue from walk-on court charges ($35), guest fees ($20), private and group lessons, USTA and CUP league participation, tournaments, swim lessons, racquet stringing, and food and beverage sales.

The competitive offering is anchored on the facility scale and low member-to-court ratio, a credentialed 9-person professional coaching staff (USPTA/USPTR certified, with former NCAA Division I players and coaches), and a member-owned governance structure with an elected Board of Directors and standing committees. Court reservations are managed through the third-party GameTime platform; the club does not develop proprietary technology, has no app, and reports no AI capabilities. The market footprint is local/regional (Pacific Northwest), with the club competing in USTA leagues at sectional and national levels.

Name

Central Park Tennis Club

Legal name

Central Park Tennis Club

Website

https://centralparktennisclub.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Central Park Tennis Club is a member-owned tennis club in Kirkland, Washington, operating 12 indoor and 6 outdoor courts plus fitness and pool amenities. It serves families, adult players, and juniors ages 3–18 with a tiered membership model, professional coaching, USTA league play, and tournaments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tennis Club & Racquet Sports Recreation

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Tennis & Racquet Sports Clubs (Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, Squash) (MPAKABAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tennis & Racquet Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAE)

Keywords

• Tennis club facilities
• Tennis instruction programs
• Junior tennis development
• USTA league play
• Racquet stringing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Kirkland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Recurring monthly membership fees from Equity, Young Professional, and Junior members. Equity membership is the primary tier with initiation fees of $10,000 and monthly dues ranging from $285.76 (single) to $355.56 (with spouse and children). Young Professional members pay $2,000 initiation and $255.98/month. Junior members pay $500 initiation and $137.41/month.
2. Membership Applicant Deposits: Non-refundable deposits of $2,500 for prospective Equity members placed on waitlist, $2,000 for Young Professional applicants, and $500 for Junior applicants. These deposits are credited toward initiation fees when membership is granted.
3. Court Reservations and Guest Fees: Revenue from court usage fees including walk-on court charges ($35), guest fees ($20), and member court reservations through the GameTime system.
4. Tennis Instruction and Programs: Revenue from private lessons, group clinics (Cardio Tennis, Skills & Drills), USTA league participation, and various adult programs such as Men's Night, Women's Night, Singles Night, and weekend doubles programs.
5. Swim Lessons: Private swim lessons priced at $60 per 30-minute session for members, $75 for non-members. Sibling group discounts available with 5-lesson packages at $225 and 10-lesson packages at $425.
6. Racquet Stringing Services: Racquet stringing and customization services provided by Phil Ansdell, with restringing starting at $23 for member-provided strings and various string options ranging from $31.75 to $59.95 plus tax.
7. Snack Bar and Food Service: On-site snack bar offering sandwiches, wraps, snacks, and beverages including alcoholic options.
8. Tournament Entry Fees: Revenue from hosting tournaments including the Annual Adult Club Championships, Junior Club Championships, and USTA-sanctioned events. Entry fees for Adult Club Championships are $35 for singles and $28 per person for doubles.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Central Park Tennis Club is a member-owned tennis club that sells access to 18 tennis courts (12 indoor, 6 outdoor) through Equity, Young Professional, and Junior memberships, along with non-member walk-on and guest court access. It additionally delivers paid adult and junior tennis lessons, group clinics, USTA/CUP league team participation, club and USTA-sanctioned tournaments, racquet stringing, swim lessons, fitness/personal training, and ancillary on-site sales through its snack bar.

Product overview

Central Park Tennis Club is a member-owned tennis club in Kirkland, Washington offering comprehensive tennis and fitness services. The club operates 18 tennis courts (12 indoor, 6 outdoor), fitness facilities, and an outdoor pool. Core products include adult and junior tennis programs, tennis clinics, USTA/CUP league play, tournaments, swim lessons, racquet stringing services, and pickleball. The club offers three membership tiers: Equity Membership ($10,000 initiation), Young Professional Membership ($2,000 initiation), and Junior Membership ($500 initiation). Membership Applicant benefits include walk-on court access and member-rate lessons while on the waitlist.

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Products and services

• Equity Membership Full member-owned equity stake membership of Central Park Tennis Club, with initiation fee of $10,000 and monthly dues from $285.76 (single) to $355.56 (with spouse and children). Limited to 500 members. Grants voting rights, full facility access including 18 tennis courts, fitness center, outdoor pool, and racquet services. Includes spouse/domestic partner and children under 25. 50% of initiation fee refunded upon resignation minus outstanding balances.
• Young Professional Membership Membership for adults ages 22-30 with $2,000 initiation fee and $255.98 monthly dues, valid for 5 years or until age 30. Includes tennis play, member-rate lessons and clinics, and limited guest privileges (one paying guest per week, same guest limited to 6 times/year). Non-proprietary and non-voting; limited to 10 members.
• Junior Membership Membership for members up to age 21 with $500 initiation fee and $137.41 monthly dues. Cannot book courts during prime time (Mon-Thu 10:00am, 5:30pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 7:30pm). Non-proprietary and non-voting; limited to 25 members. Includes junior program access.
• Membership Applicant (Waitlist) Program Waitlist program with a non-refundable $2,500 deposit applied toward future initiation fee. Benefits include play with members for $20 guest fee, walk-on court access for $35 (same day), member-rate group/private lessons (48 hours advance), junior program access, club event participation, fitness center access for $10, and pool access for $10 during summer.
• 18 Tennis Courts (12 Indoor and 6 Outdoor) Access to the largest member-owned hard-court indoor tennis court facility in the United States, with 12 indoor courts featuring full-length dividing nets, climate-controlled lighting, heating, and quiet ambiance, plus 6 outdoor courts in a tree-lined setting, and 3 ball machines for member practice. Bookable through the GameTime online reservation system with 7-day advance booking.
• Adult Tennis Programs Weekly tennis programs including Men's Night, Women's Night, Women's Day, Singles Night, Men's Doubles (Doughnut Group), and Women's Doubles, matching players by skill level for recreational, social, and competitive play.
• Tennis Clinics Weekly tennis clinics including Blakeley Cardio Tennis, Phil's Skills & Drills (3.0+ and 3.5+ levels), Cardio Clinics, and Lisa's Intermediate Clinic offering various skill-level training sessions.
• USTA League & CUP Tennis Interclub league play including USTA leagues for mixed, men, and women's teams across different age groups, and CUP SACT women's interclub league running September through February.
• Tournaments Tournament hosting services including Senior Northwest Washington Invitational, Bellevue Club/Central Park Tournament, MXD Championships, Washington State Junior Tournament, Adult Club Championships, and Junior Club Championships. Adult Club Championships entry fees are $35 for singles and $28 per person for doubles.
• Fitness Facility Two fitness areas with state-of-the-art cardiovascular, circuit, and weight training equipment plus a group fitness room. Bootcamp classes and personal training available through fitness instructor Clay Runnels.
• Outdoor Pool Heated outdoor pool with certified lifeguard, open 7 days a week during summer months. Features barbecue, tables, umbrellas, lounge chairs, and open green space for family activities.
• Swim Lessons Private 30-minute swim lessons for ages 3 and up available Tuesday and Thursday mornings, with skill progression from beginner (water comfort) through intermediate (freestyle, backstroke, treading water) to adult beginner. Priced at $60 per session for members and $75 for non-members; sibling group discount of 10%; 5-lesson packages at $225 and 10-lesson packages at $425.
• Racquet Stringing Services Professional racquet customization by Phil Ansdell with over 35 years of stringing experience. Services include restringing with club strings starting at $23, overgrip installation ($4.25), grommet/bumper guard repair ($20), and string options ranging from $31.75 (Multifilament) to $59.95 (Natural Gut) plus tax. Hybrid sets available at $40-59.95. 48-hour turnaround.
• Pickleball Pickleball available on Court 18 with Sunday Open Play (2:30-5:30 PM round-robin) and reserved play for groups of 2-6 players. Club-owned paddles and balls available, plus a WhatsApp group for connecting with other players.
• Private Tennis Lessons One-on-one tennis instruction from USPTA/USPTR-certified tennis professionals on the Central Park staff, bookable separately from membership dues.
• Junior Tennis Programs Junior tennis programs starting at age 3 and running through age 18, including group lessons, junior team competition, and tournament preparation; supported by the CPTC junior team and led by USPTA/USPTR-certified coaches.
• Walk-on Court Access Same-day walk-on court access available to non-members at $35 per court, providing a try-before-you-buy experience for prospective members. Guest fees of $20 apply when playing with members.
• Snack Bar and Food Service On-site snack bar offering sandwiches, wraps, snacks, and beverages including alcoholic options.
• Personal Training (Fitness) Personal training sessions provided by fitness instructor Clay Runnels at the club's fitness facility for members seeking individualized workouts.

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Technology focussed No

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Others

• Cybergolf: Web platform provider that hosts CPTC's website, member portal, and reservation system. Functions as a software/service vendor enabling the club's digital operations rather than a competitor.
• USTA Pacific Northwest Section: Governing body for amateur tennis across Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Idaho. Not a direct competitor but the organizational umbrella under which CPTC fields league teams, hosts tournaments, and structures competitive programming.

Broad incumbents

• Life Time Athletic (Life Time Fitness): National chain of upscale membership-based athletic clubs offering tennis, fitness, swim, and family amenities. Operates at much larger scale and broader geographic footprint, providing a broader-incumbent reference point for CPTC's premium positioning.

Direct peers

• Woodinville Sports Club: Private athletic club in Woodinville, WA, offering tennis, swim, and fitness under a membership model. Listed as a previous employer of multiple CPTC pros and a direct competitor for tennis-priority members in the Eastside PNW.
• Seattle Tennis Club: Member-owned private tennis club located in Seattle, WA. Most direct local competitor to Central Park, offering similar indoor/outdoor tennis facilities, USTA league participation, and a member-owned equity structure in the same Pacific Northwest market.
• Bellevue Club: Upscale private athletic club in Bellevue, WA, offering tennis courts, fitness, aquatics, and social amenities under a membership model. Comparable to CPTC as a premium, multi-amenity private athletic club serving the Eastside Seattle metro.
• Harbour Pointe Tennis Club: Member-owned tennis club in Mukilteo, WA, with indoor and outdoor courts, junior programs, USTA leagues, and pro shop services. Operates an essentially identical model to CPTC in the same Pacific Northwest region.
• La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club: Historic member-owned tennis-focused private club in La Jolla, CA, with indoor/outdoor courts, junior programs, and a tennis-only ethos. Closest comparable to CPTC outside the PNW in terms of mission, ownership structure, and tennis-specialist identity.

Regional players

• Evergreen Tennis Club: Member-owned tennis clubs in Western Washington (Seattle/Everett area) typically run as private tennis-focused facilities with USTA league participation and junior development. Conceptually analogous member-owned racquet-sport club operating in the broader PNW market.
• Mercer Island Beach Club: Member-owned private club on Mercer Island, WA, offering tennis courts, swim, and social amenities in a family-oriented setting. Comparable to CPTC as a premium Eastside PNW private athletic club with a multi-generational member base.

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