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Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort

Welcome to The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club

   A soothing retreat atmosphere draws guests from all A soothing retreat atmosphere draws guest from all over the world to The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club, a private resort, situated in the heart of South Florida. This resort is conveniently located between the two major international airports and seaports of Miami and Fort Lauderdale.  It also features elite shopping venues, exciting nightlife and a multitude of both cultural and sporting events.

Secluded on 300 tropical acres is a stunning Mediterranean-style hotel with 392 ultra-luxurious oversized rooms and suites featuring spectacular views, upscale amenities and personalized service from our international staff.

The resort's deluxe amenities include two 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed golf courses, a magnificent Willow Stream spa with fitness center, 19 tennis courts lit for night-play, a private ocean club, marina, and superb dining from seaside casual to award-winning gourmet.

Tennis


The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club has once again been honored by Tennis magazine as 'one of the Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts'.  With 19 tennis courts, players can select from 12 Hard-Tru clay courts and 7 Hard Courts all lit for night play.

The resort offers a variety of tennis lessons, clinics, social and competitive Tennis programs and Events designed for a variety of ages and ability levels. Our Director of Tennis works closely with guests to arrange customized programs to suit their individual needs. Turnberry also offers the services of our Tennis Concierge, whose sole responsibility is to find you a game with another hotel guest or country club member.

In our Pro Shop you'll find a large selection of tennis and fitness fashions and equipment for men, women and children. Racquet customization, including same-day stringing, is also available.

Australian tennis legend Fred Stolle has called Turnberry Isle his home for 20 years. The resort is also the home of Grand Slam Sports Marketing, an enterprise owned and operated by Stolle and ten of tennis history's greatest players, including Roy Emerson, Ken Rosewall, Owen Davidson, Marty Riessen, Tom Gorman, Sherwood Stewart, Ross Case, John Lloyd, Dick Stockton and Cliff Drysdale.

The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club is a private resort open to resort guests and members of the club.  You must be a guest of the resort or a member of the club to play tennis at our fine facilities.

Matchmaking:


Looking for the perfect match? Our Tennis Concierge will be happy to find the ideal playing partner for you based on your skill level.  Just give 24-hours notice and our Concierge will have you out on the court.

Private Lesson Rates:


There is no better way to improve your game than one-on-one instruction.  Please contact the Tennis department to make arrangements.

Lessons with our Teaching Staff: 1 Hour - $80 USD, 1/2 Hour - $45 USD                

Lessons with our Director of Tennis or Head Pro: 1 Hour - $90 USD, 1/2 Hour - $50 USD

Daily Drills:


Polish your skills under the watchful eye of one of our professionals. 9:00 a.m., Monday to Saturday Advance reservations are required.  Cost:  $45 USD per person

Adult Clinic:


For those young at heart, who play to win, the adult clinic will help you take your game to the next level.  The fast-paced, hour-and-a-half workout is designed for intermediate and advanced players.  Group instruction, goal-orientated drills and competitive games are stressed.  6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesdays Cost: $45 USD per person

Saturday Challenge Court:


The format is simple! The winner stays on the court to take on all new challengers. Starting at 9:30 a.m.

Racquet Rookies:


Especially designed for children ages 4 to 7.  Our pros make the drills fun for the kids. 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Mondays Cost: $25 USD per child.

Junior Tennis:


For children and teenagers 7 to 16. Fun drills and games to improve their strokes. 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays Cost: $25 USD per child or teenager.

Additional Rates:


Guest Court  Fees : $17 USD plus tax per person per day                

Racquet Rental: $10 USD per racquet                 

Ball Machine Rental: $30 USD per half-hour, $35 USD per hour                   

Videotape Program: $250 USD per session, includes tape for the guest to keep                  

Exhibitions: Call for rates                  

Awards: Call for rates                 

Food & Beverage: Call for rates

GROUP TENNIS ACTIVITIES


Our corporate outings provide the opportunity for your company to entertain employees, clients and guests in a relaxed, intimate environment. You might even enjoy the opportunity to play with one of our Grand Slam Legends. We'll gladly plan anything from half-day programs lasting a few hours to multiple-day programs that include a wide variety of tennis activities. Team up with Grand Slam Sports and The Fairmont Turnberry Isle to make your next event a definite winner. Contact your sales manager or conference professional or our Director of Tennis Bruce Willis for more details.

TOURNAMENT PACKAGES


Emerald Tournament Package

Up to three hours of round robin or other formatted tournament. Pro is available to play in round robin if the numbers are odd. Pro can give tips between rounds. $55 USD per person.

Silver Tournament Package

Up to three hours of round robin or other formatted tournament plus a fun and prize-filled Target Tennis session after the tournament. $65 USD per person.

Gold Tournament Package

A customized package that includes up to three hours of round robin or other formatted tournament, a fun and prize-filled Target Tennis session after the tournament, plus group tennis clinics for an hour before the tournament. $75 USD per person.

Court time only Package

Courts are rented at a rate of $32 USD per court per hour for group reservations.

Court fees, balls, racquet rental, and food and beverage not included in above package prices.

Contact Tennis Department at  (305) 933-6925 extension 3407

FAIRMONT RESERVATIONS: 1(800) 257-7544

 

 

 

 

 

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