6:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday Jan 11th
Thursday Feb 8th
Thursday March 7th
Join us for a fun evening of instruction, play and pizza! Open to beginner level players. Limited to just 8 people. Please email Clayton directly to sign up.
Platform Tennis
Riverside is one of the few places in Montana that has platform tennis courts! Invented in 1928, platform tennis is a game that is best played during the winter months. Played with a paddle and a ball specifically made for Platform tennis, this fun and challenging sport require a great deal of patience and strategy. We have clinics, open play and social events throughout the winter. Scroll down to learn more.
Platform Tennis
Riverside is one of the few places in Montana that has platform tennis courts! Invented in 1928, platform tennis is a game that is best played during the winter months. Played with a paddle and a ball specifically made for Platform tennis, this fun and challenging sport require a great deal of patience and strategy. We have clinics, open play and social events throughout the winter. Scroll down to learn more.
OPEN PLAY
Show up and get swinging! The format is rotating partners and opponents after each set. Riverside Members ONLY!
Members can sign up for open play through SignUp Genius. Please contact Clayton for more information.
Intermediate: These players are learning the fundamental shots of driving and lobbing from the baseline, volleying and overheads at the net and have knowledge of the basic positions in doubles.
Advanced: Advanced players can consistently serve and return serve, and use a variety of pace, spin, and shot selection. They can defend all screens consistently and with confidence, can lob multiple times in succession, and have sound doubles strategy and court positioning.
INTERMEDIATE MIXED
Thursdays: 12:00pm
ADVANCED MIXED
Wednesdays: 6:00pm
MIXED DRILL DROP IN CLINIC
Work on a different part of your game every week! Men and women are both welcome to attend. No commitment, come whenever you can! $19 ($24 Guest Rate)
Beginners
Mondays at 1:00pm/Wednesday at 5:00pm
Intermediate
Thursdays at 11:00am
Ladies Night
4:30-6:00pm
Limit 8 players
Members only
Email Clayton to have your name added to the signup list.
Tuesday Evenings
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Triple Play
Get three players and the Pro will be your fourth! Play some doubles, get tips on stroke technique, playing tactics, and strategy. $35 per person/90 min
Racquet Odyssey Platform Camp
Riverside is pleased to welcome Charlotte Sikora, the #4 female Platform Tennis player, to a few days of instruction from Saturday, October 19, to Sunday, October 20. All skill levels are encouraged, so gather your friends and sign up for one or multiple sessions.
For more information on the Racquet Odyssey Platform Camp, click here.
The Annual Platform Kickoff event is scheduled for Friday, October 18. It will feature an exhibition featuring Charlotte and our Racquets Director, Clayton Harris.
Events
Beginner Pizza n Paddle
Riverside Platform Tennis Classic
Feb. 23-25, 2024
Save the date for Riverside's Platform Tennis Classic. This tournament will be open to members and nonmember of various skill levels. Click here to view the registration form.
Additional Playing Opportunities
For players looking for more Platform competitions, the American Platform Tennis Association (APTA) hosts a series of events throughout the country, some as close as Colorado. Click here for the current tournament schedule.