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Tennis and pickleball players ages 55 and older now can reserve pickleball courts and take advantage of tennis clinics offered by David Ensignia Tennis Academy and its affiliate, the DETA Pickleball Club, at no cost during certain weekday hours from June through September.
And to ensure no one feels left out, David Ensignia Tennis Academy and DETA Pickleball Club have joined with Walmart to provide free access to tennis and pickleball courts during certain hours Monday through Sunday. Via Break the Love, Walmart’s campaign that makes racquet sports accessible (whether through courts, classes or clinics), players can reserve courts at BreaktheLove.com at no cost by simply showing a Walmart receipt.
“There’s no better time than now to start playing tennis or pickleball,” said Jacit Gonzalez, business development manager for David Ensignia Tennis Academy and DETA Pickleball Club. “People who already play can play often for free. For active adults with more time on their hands, our 55-plus hours and clinics ensure they don’t have to fight for court time.”
David Ensignia Tennis Academy operates tennis courts at the Miccosukee Golf & Country Club in Kendall (eight courts), Continental Park in Kendall (eight courts), Coral Pine Park in Pinecrest (five courts) and Archimedean Academy (five courts). The tennis academy offers private and group lessons with Professional Tennis Registry-certified coaches. It also hosts local, regional and international tournaments and family events. Courts cost up to $10 to reserve depending on the location and time of day.
Pickleball, the nation’s fastest-growing sport, is booming in Miami-Dade County. But the limited number of courts, combined with confusing schedules at public parks, keep many from picking up a paddle. Dedicated players hop from park to park in search of a match. Busy open-play sessions often mean spending more time on the bench than in the game.
At DETA Pickleball Club at Miccosukee Golf & Country Club, the public has access to 16 dedicated pickleball courts, the most at any one location in Miami-Dade County. It’s also one of only three locations in the tri-county area with 16 or more courts. The club, which doesn’t require a membership or registration fee, offers round robins, ladders, tournaments and clinics. DETA also offers a DUPR rating program for pickleball players. Courts cost up to $10 to reserve.
“We offer a lot of options for players at different skill levels, including great events where they can play for fun, to improve their rating or compete for prizes,” said Stephane Jolicoeur, lead pro and director of DETA Pickleball Club. “We’re excited to expand our programming to meet the needs of active adults over 55 and to make our pickleball courts available at no cost through Break the Love.”
55+ Pickleball
What: Free Pickleball Open Play (beginner and Intermediate)
When: Tuesday–Thursday, 8–11 a.m. (June–September)
Location: DETA Pickleball Club at Miccosukee Golf and Country Club, 6401 Kendale Lakes Dr., Miami, FL 33183
Reserve: detapickleballclub.com
55+ Tennis
What: Tennis clinic – beginners only
When: Wednesdays, 8 a.m. (June–September)
Location: David Ensignia Tennis Academy at Continental Tennis Center, Continental Park, 10000 SW 82 Ave., Miami, FL 33156
Walmart’s Break the Love
Pickleball
What: Free court time
When: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, noon–6 p.m.
Location: DETA Pickleball Club at Miccosukee Golf and Country Club, 6401 Kendale Lakes Dr., Miami, FL 33183.
Reserve at BreaktheLove.com (must submit a Walmart receipt).
Tennis
What: Free court time
When: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: David Ensignia Tennis Academy at Miccosukee Golf & Country Club, 6401 Kendale Lakes Dr., Miami, FL 33183.
Reserve at BreaktheLove.com (must submit a Walmart receipt).
The Miccosukee Golf and Country Club is open to the public. There are no membership fees. Book a court at David Engisnia Tennis Academy or DETA Pickleball Club or download the Court Reserve App to reserve.
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