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9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

Face coverings are optional inside the building (including indoor tennis courts) as of February 28, 2022.

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

The Racket Club is your home for year-round tennis for all ages whether you’re a beginner or expert. 🎾   


The pro shop, lounge and children’s playroom give you the complete club experience you are looking for.  Stop in today!


Contact Club Manager Rob Laue at 847-658-5688 ext. 2014 or rlaue@crystallakeparks.org.

Hours Of Operation

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

Racket Club Features

SEPTEMBER - MAY

Monday - Thursday  |  7:30 am - 10 pm

Friday  |  7:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday  |  7:30 am - 6 pm 

Sunday  |  7:30 am - 8:30 pm


SUMMER

Monday - Thursday  |  7:30 am - Dusk
Friday - Sunday  |  7:30 am - Noon

Racket Club Features

Racket Club Features

Racket Club Features

  • 9 cushioned indoor hard courts with indirect lighting, including 3 lined for pickleball
  • 4 hard outdoor courts
  • 3 clay outdoor courts
  • Practice court with ball machine & pickleball lines
  • Lounge and viewing area
  • Locker rooms
  • Pro shop
  • Permanent & open court time year round/7 days a week
  • Lessons for all ages
  • USPTA/PTR pro staff
  • Competitive leagues

Court Time Rental

Racket Club Features

Court Time Rental

Open court time reservations may be made one week in advance by members and one day in advance by non-members (with $10 additional guest fees).  Play begins on the hour and half hour; $26/hour rental fee.


Permanent court time reservations are made for the same time each week during the indoor and summer seasons.  Court fees are divided as requested among all group members (and billed in six installments for the indoor season).  $24/hour rental fee.

Social

Coming Attractions

Fall Registration

Fall programs become available Monday, July 25 and it is suggested that one not procrastinate!  The session begins the week of Monday, August 22 and runs through Tuesday, November 22.  Classes are offered at a variety of days & times for all levels of play.  See us in person or online to secure your spot.

Pickleball Fall Classic

Monday, October 10

10:30 am - 12 pm  |  Ladies

12 - 1:30 pm  |  Gentlemen


We're bringing a 3.5 level (i.e., intermediate) doubles pickleball extravaganza your way!  Join us rain or shine (Spoerl Park if shine; The Racket Club if rain) for a round robin that is sure to provide plenty of variety and little to no downtime.  The date is Columbus Day, so no excuses not to be there!


One player registers for the team at $40 total.

Everything Tennis

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

Classes are available to members 

or those just looking to get started.


Register for classes, check account history and pay balances online.


View membership options & join.


Access the online membership cancellation form.


We are proud to feature a diverse pro staff that is unrivaled among Chicago-area clubs.

Tons of Events & Programs

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

Browse for information about The Racket Club in the Crystal Lake Park District digital brochure.


Check out our USTA tournament schedule & registration info.


Check out our UTR tournament schedule & registration info.


Learn about our NITTL Ladies Club Travel Tennis teams.

A Beautiful Facility

Affordable Classes & Memberships for All

A Beautiful Facility

Our spacious and comfortable facility consistently garners only the highest praise.


View our club brochure for more info.


View our summer flyer for seasonal info.

Lessons & Leagues

Programs are available in all ability levels for the following age groups:

  • Ages 3-5  |  5-7  |  7-9  |  9-11  |  11-13
  • High School Boys & Girls Beginner  |  Frosh/Soph  |  Junior Varsity  |  Varsity
  • Junior Development Program (Invitation Only)
  • Adult 18+
  • Leagues
  • Pickleball


View the lesson & league schedule in PDF form for the Summer Outdoor Class Session that begins May 31 (membership required for all Club classes above pee wee level except for Sunday Value beginner classes).


Private Lessons are scheduled directly with the pro of your choice.  Contact Conni Stinek at cstinek@crystallakeparks.org if you need assistance.

Half Hour Private Lessons are $40/half hour or $200/6 lessons.  One Hour Private Lessons are $80/hour or $400/6 lessons.


Registration is now open.

Browse Current Brochure

Junior Development Program

Our Junior Development Program, or JDP, is an invitation-only class for students who have demonstrated uncommon commitment, ability and potential.  Contact Tennis Director Conni Stinek at 847-658-5688 ext. 2015 for more information.


(PLUS, all JDP students receive free unlimited walk-on court time!)

Ways to Play

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

If your lifestyle features occasional gaps in the schedule that can be filled with a quick session, we don't see how you could do better than this deal!  Add this to your membership for only $25/month, and play as much and often as you like just so long as you don't make a reservation.  (We suggest calling first to make sure there are available courts.)  Month-to-month commitment; can be cancelled at any time.


Purchase the monthly add-on.

Subbing at The Racket Club

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

Interested in subbing?  Need subs for a group?  Check out our online Sub Board.


Need a class or group suggestion?  Talk to our Tennis Director, Conni Stinek, at 847-658-5688 ext. 2015 to find the right class or group for you.

Special Rates

An absolutely, positively unbeatable deal for those with a flexible schedule

Special Rates

There is always a way to play!


Check with us regularly to see if anything special is being offered...chances are it is!

FYI About The Racket Club

Pro Shop & Stringing

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

We've got the best selection of clothes, shoes, racquets, and accessories in the northwest suburbs.  Our stringing is done quickly & affordably...next day if needed!


Check out our String & Grip Service Price List.

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

The Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation was established in honor of two founders of The Racket Club, Walt Herrick Sr. and Jack Thomas.  Countless children have participated in Racket Club programs and learned this wonderful lifetime sport.


The purpose of the Foundation is to provide tennis instructional scholarships for deserving junior p

The Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation was established in honor of two founders of The Racket Club, Walt Herrick Sr. and Jack Thomas.  Countless children have participated in Racket Club programs and learned this wonderful lifetime sport.


The purpose of the Foundation is to provide tennis instructional scholarships for deserving junior players at the tennis club that Walt and Jack founded.


We encourage you to consider even a modest donation via PayPal.  Juniors may apply January - March for annual scholarships.

Brochures & Forms

Herrick – Thomas Memorial Foundation

Brochures & Forms

  • Membership Brochure
  • Membership Application
  • Lesson & League Manual Registration Form
  • Collections Policy For Delinquent Accounts

What's Up At The Club

Racket Club Promos

Club Holidays

Special Days that Affect our Programs

We are closed on certain holidays, while on others we may be open for reservations but not holding lessons or permanent court time.  Also note that on occasions in which we have permanent court time but not classes, permanent court time groups will still meet but without their instructor.


View the holiday schedule.

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The Racket Club

9101 S. Route 31, Algonquin, IL 60102

(847)658-5688


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