Beginner tennis clinic using the popular PTF 101 and 201 curriculum: a series of games and drills that teach the basics to players rated 2.5 and under. Coach Jeff Suber. Part of Tennis Memphis' ongoing adult clinic program at Leftwich Tennis Center.
Beginner Showdown (PTF 101/201) is a beginner class held at Leftwich Tennis Center (Tennis Memphis) in Memphis, TN. It costs $30 ($30 per clinic). The class runs weekly. Schedule: Weekly Thursday adult clinic, drop-in; all beginners rated 2.5 USTA and below. Register online via clubautomation or drop in.. Check Leftwich Tennis Center (Tennis Memphis)'s site for the latest availability and booking.
Price$30($30 per clinic)
Duration1h 30m
ScheduleWeekly Thursday adult clinic, drop-in; all beginners rated 2.5 USTA and below. Register online via clubautomation or drop in.
MaterialsNot included — see price note
Best forAdult beginners (USTA 2.5 and below) using the PTF 101/201 curriculum
Weekly Thursday adult clinic, drop-in; all beginners rated 2.5 USTA and below. Register online via clubautomation or drop in.
Location
Leftwich Tennis Center (Tennis Memphis), Memphis TN
Provider
Leftwich Tennis Center (Tennis Memphis)
Booking
Available — see booking link
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Last checked: Sep 21, 2026
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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Leftwich Tennis Center (Tennis Memphis) before booking.
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Common Questions About Adult Tennis Lessons in Memphis
These are the questions people most often ask about adult tennis lessons in Memphis — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
How much do adult tennis lessons cost in Memphis?
Of the adult tennis lessons in Memphis with a published price, the price is $30 across the board. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
What's the difference between group and private lessons?
Group clinics are the default for beginners: rally partners, built-in practice time and usually a social circle, for a fraction of the price. Privates cost more but move faster if you have one specific problem to fix.
What should I bring to my first tennis lesson?
Racquets can usually be borrowed or rented at parks and clubs; balls are provided. Wear tennis shoes if you have them — running shoes are fine for a first lesson — and bring water and a hat.
I haven't played since school — is there a class for me?
That's the most common starting point, and most adult programmes are built for it. Level 1 clinics assume you can get the ball over the net inconsistently, or not at all; there's no age cap.
Do I need a membership or a USTA rating to take lessons?
Neither is required for lessons. A membership is rarely needed — a few private clubs ask for one and the listing says so. Ratings matter for league play, not for classes; coaches group you by what they see on the day.