OUR PHILOSOPHY
RVC Tennis is dedicated to addressing the tennis needs of everyone in the Upper Valley. Our pros are excited to offer you and your family a fun, safe environment and top-notch instruction from both USPTA and USPTR Certified Tennis Professionals.
An annual tennis membership at the River Valley Club is perfect for players that want to play year round in a temperature controlled environment. Membership includes advanced court time rental, RVC club member prices, and the use of the locker with a reservation.
Download the pricing sheet HERE.
RVC TennisOUR PROS
RVC RACQUET SPORTS DIRECTORJOHN FRATES
John has served as Director of Tennis at clubs throughout the US. Over 40 of his players have earned college scholarships. His passion for sports, technical teaching, and commitment to high-energy training will take your game to the next level.
RACQUET SPORTS COORDINATOR & PICKLEBALL PROGABRIEL WILAMOWSKI
Gabriel is a Professional Pickleball Registry Certified Instructor and graduate of Ave Maria University with a degree in Exercise Physiology. He looks
forward to working with RVC players to improve their skills and grow their love of the sport.
TENNIS PROLYLE NICHOLS
Lyle has been teaching tennis for 10 years and has experience teaching at clubs in Connecticut and as a high school tennis coach. He played in college at St Michael’s in Colchester, Vermont. Lyle enjoys sharing his passion for tennis with all levels. The best part of teaching for him is seeing a beginner become a lifetime tennis player.
TENNIS PROBEN GANTRISH
Tennis has been an important part of my life since middle school. I began my teaching career at the Storrs Pond tennis camps where I have been an instructor since 2013. I was a varsity player at Hanover High School, played for four years as an undergraduate at Allegheny College in Meadville, PA and periodically as an RVC assistant pro until this fall when I became a full-time RVC tennis professional. I have experience teaching all ages and levels. My favorite player is Nick Kyrgios.
TENNIS PROSANDY BRYANT
Sandy is a USPTR Level 1 Certified instructor, was the inaugural coach of the USTA’s Tennis at the Parks program in Lebanon and has coached at Lebanon High School. He’s excited to work with RVC members and their children as they hone their tennis skills. His favorite active tennis player is Rafael Nadal.
TENNIS PROPAIGE KEATING
Paige was on the USC Women’s Varsity Tennis team. She began playing at a young age with her father, who was also a teaching professional. She strives to share her love of the game with you.
PICKLEBALL PROBOOIE WILLIAMSON
Booie is a certified pickleball instructor, who has taught, coached, and excelled in many sports. He believes pickleball is a sport for life, soul, health,
relationships, laughs and competition. Come play!
TENNIS PRORYAN CASSIDY
Ryan is a USPTA Tennis and PPR Pickleball certified instructor. He has taught at clubs throughout the United States. He’s excited to share his love of the sport with you. Let’s get out there, have fun together, and play!
The CourtsHARD COURT SURFACE
This surface is the most recognized in the world, and it has been selected for many of tennis’ most prestigious events. These include the US Open, the Olympics, the NCAA championships and seven of the ten US Open Series tournaments. These courts have an unparalleled cushioned surface that is easy on the body without compromising performance. The multi-layer cushioning system maximizes comfort and provides a true bounce as well as speed consistency.
