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Tennis Venue Services
Whether you’re just starting out and dreaming of building a state-of-the-art, multi-court tennis facility, you're interested in 36' or 60' tennis courts, or simply need to repair cracked courts at the local park down the street, you’re in the right place.
Customers are appointed project consultants from the USTA National staff, who deliver personalized support and service to help take your project from dream to reality.
Business Services
USTA assistance and support with liaising between public and private developers
Forecasting and financial recommendations that help determine project cost estimates
Identifying potential partners and funding sources
Assistance with business plan preparation and review
Providing recommendations for operations and staffing
Technical Services
Assessment of existing facility to address any problems with tennis courts, lights, etc.
Preparation of existing facility rehabilitation or renovation plans
Review of contract bids
Review of construction documents to ensure all project details are clear, accurate and concise
Recommendations for alternative or cost saving methods for construction, grading and drainage plans
Advocacy Services
Complimentary USTA Community Advocacy Handbook
Assist project leaders in developing their project’s position and identifying a special proposal
Provide tennis research and data to outline opportunities
Digital Tools
Create custom online programs and manage financial transactions with ease
Oversee court bookings, sell and manage services, and connect with customers in one place
Promote your business with easy email marketing and a free custom website
Collegiate Community Hubs
Add a new revenue stream to your athletic department
Engage community, faculty, and staff through robust programs
Increase your fanbase, philanthropic development, and donor relations
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Facility Funding
The USTA offers competitive grant applications to facilities that meet additional requirements outlined below:
Categories |
Funding Description |
USTA Contribution |
| Category I | Basic facility improvements, including fixed court amenities (i.e. backboards, fencing, windscreens, etc.) and blended line installation on existing courts. |
Up to 50% of total project cost ($5,000 maximum) |
| Category II | Resurfacing of existing 36’, 60’ and 78’ courts. Converting an existing 78’ court to stand-alone 36’ courts. Lighting costs. |
Up to 50% of total project cost ($25,000 maximum)
2 – 3 courts = $7,500 max 4 – 11 courts = $15,000 max 12+ courts = $25,000 max |
| Category III | New construction or existing facility reconstruction of 36’, 60’ and 78’ courts. | Up to 50% of total project cost ($50,000 maximum)
2 – 3 courts = $20,000 max 4 – 11 courts = $35,000 max 12+ courts = $50,000 max |
USTA Facility Services Form
To begin the USTA Facility Services process, please complete the USTA Facility Services form.
Guide to Facility Services
To Fully understand the resources available, please review the Guide to Facility Services.
Tennis Venue Services eMagazine
To view testimonials and projects, please check out our eMagazine.
Municipality and Park Assessment
For municipalities or parks that manage five or more facilities, please consider taking advantage of a complimentary assessment.
Contractor Resources
USTA Awards
Each year, the USTA recognizes facilities throughout the country that exemplify high standards in both facility design and tennis programming. Learn more about the USTA Outstanding Facility Award
Facility FAQs
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has adopted the following standard classification of tennis court surfaces:
Surface Code: A
Type: Acrylic*
Description: Textured, pigmented, resin-bound coating
Surface Code: B
Type: Artificial Clay^
Description: Synthetic surface with the appearance of clay
Surface Code: C
Type: Artificial Grass*
Description: Synthetic surface with the appearance of natural grass
Surface Code: D
Type: Asphalt#
Description: Bitumen-bound aggregate
Surface Code: E
Type: Carpet
Description: Textile or polymeric surface supplied in rolls or sheets of finished product
Surface Code: F
Type: Clay@
Description: Unbound mineral aggregate
Surface Code: G
Type: Concrete#
Description: Cement-bound aggregate
Surface Code: H
Type: Grass
Description: Natural grass
Surface Code: J
Type: Other
Description: e.g., Modular systems (tiles)
Notes: All surfaces may be porous or non-porous, with the exception of “clay,” which is always porous.
* Normally forms only the uppermost few millimeters of a court.
^ “Appearance” relates only to the form of the surface material and not to other characteristics (e.g., color)
# Used only when the material itself forms the playing surface. When used as a base for other surfaces (e.g., acrylic), reference will be made only to the playing surface.
@ This term denotes a class of natural surfaces that include a fine gritty material as the uppermost (playing) layer (e.g., fast dry).
The USTA has passed rules governing competition for 10-and-under tennis tournaments. The rules require that 10-and-under tournaments be played using slower-moving and lower-bouncing balls, on smaller courts and utilizing shorter, lighter racquets. The rule change follows the International Tennis Federation's rule change and took effect on January 1, 2012. It will apply to all USTA-sanctioned events for children 10-and-under.
The specifications for the revised system hold that all tournaments for those ages 9-10 be played on 60-foot courts using orange low-compression tennis balls and regulation nets or, for those more experienced and more skilled players, on 78-foot courts with green lower-compression balls. Tournaments for those 8-and-under are to be played on 36-foot courts using red foam balls and nets at a height of 2 feet, 9 inches.
Yes. The ITA (Intercollegiate Tennis Association, the governing body of men’s and women’s collegiate tennis) Division I Operating committee has taken the lead in revising this regulation and in embracing 36’ and 60’ tennis.
Approved on 5/24/2010, the revised ITA Court Regulation states, "The playing surface shall be of hard court construction, designed specifically for tennis, and coated with a recognized tennis surface. The only lines on the playing surface shall be standard tennis court lines, including USTA approved 36’ and 60’ blended lines within the same color family as the interior court."
Currently, courts with permanent blended lines and standard line markings are authorized for professional play by the ITF for both Men's and Women's $15,000 and $25,000 events. However, ITF Women's $60,000, $80,000 and $100,000, as well as ATP Challengers, are not allowed to have blended lines. Courts with permanent blended lines may be used as practice courts only at these events. To host a USTA Pro Circuit event, you must maintain an adequate number of match play courts according to the draw size of the event.