The Walton Center is open M - Th 7:30am - 9:00pm F 7:30am - 7:00am Sa & Su 7:30am - 4:00pm.  All courts other than designated Drop-In Courts can be reserved for play.

DROP-IN PLAY (all levels) Indoor (Monday - Friday) All Levels 4 Courts 10:00am - 12:30pm Outdoor (Monday - Sunday) Morning Lower Levels 11, 13, 15, 17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Upper Levels 12, 14, 16, 18 Challenge Courts 19, 20 Afternoons/Evenings All Levels, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 12:00 pm -

BALL MACHINES

Do you need a very forgiving and patient practice partner to help you hone your new strokes? Then our ball machine is just the thing you need. These battery powered, ball machines are the ideal training devices because they are able to deliver a variety of shots with consistency. There heavy top and backspin will give you “that” competitive edge to reach new heights in your game. They both have a large ball capacity and can eject balls between 20 to 80 MPH with feeds every 2-12 seconds. They also include a random, left to right oscillation, striking six different spots on the court. These features allows you to practice alternating forehand and backhand shots. Ball machines are available for your use at $20 per hour.

RACQUET STRINGING SERVICE

The string tension in tennis racquets is just as important as the air pressure in car tires for good performance. And, as with a car tire, it can be hard to notice when that string tension and resiliency have been lost over time. Generally, racquet strings should be replaced every four months (or three times per year). The Pro Shop has a first-rate reputation for stringing tennis racquets, often with next-day service available, and it offers a variety of racquet strings and grips, kept in stock, and in many cases you can have a racquet grip changed while you wait. Stop by and let us help you evaluate the condition of your racquet. Stringing Services, $20 + additional set of strings Stringing with Own Strings, $20 Re-Gripping, $10

Yes. To set up a lesson, contact Jay Jaudon at jay.jaudon@mymanatee.org. Cost: $35 for a 1/2 hour, $60 for an hour

Here's how to reserve a pickleball court: - Six days in advance by calling the C.V. Walton Racquet Center at (941)742-5973. - Seven days in advance by using Court Reserve: Online - https://app.courtreserve.com/Reservation/Index or by downloading the app from the Apple Store or Google Play.

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