An Exclusive Private Racquet Club
Fisher Island’s Racquet Club has been ranked one of the finest tennis facilities in the world, and has been ranked #1 in the East Coast region of the United States by Tennis Magazine.
The Racquet Club features play on 17 tennis courts and 4 pickleball courts. There are four types of tennis playing surfaces (including all 4 “Grand Slam” surfaces): 2 grass courts, 5 European red clay courts, 3 hard courts and 7 Har-Tru courts, with nighttime lighting, all surrounded by lush green hedging that ensures complete privacy, inviting members and guests to play day or night.
“Grand Slam” Tennis Courts
A centre court with stepped up viewing area sets the stage for memorable tournaments that often host featured tennis stars. The Club’s outstanding courts are a favorite place for pre-tournament practice by visiting pros including Caroline Wozniacki, Eugenie Bouchard, Sofia Kenin, Gael Monfils, Feliciano Lopez, Tommy Haas, and Bob and Mike Bryan. Previous well-known players have included Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, Andy Roddick, Anna Kournikova, Boris Becker, Mats Wilander, and Jim Courier. Our landmark resort blends the charm of the past with the best in world-class amenities and recreation. If your idea of a perfect love match is playing on private tennis courts; look no further, these feel a world apart, yet are close to all of the excitement of Miami & Miami Beach.
Tennis Courts
European Red Clay Courts
Red clay courts are made not of natural clay but of crushed brick that is packed to make the court, with the top-most layers consisting of finely-crushed loose particles. Clay courts are considered “slow” because the balls bounce relatively high and lose much of their initial speed when contacting the surface, making it more difficult for a player to deliver an unreturnable shot. Points are usually longer, as there are fewer winners, and playing on clay often involves the ability to slide into the ball during the stroke, as opposed to running and stopping like on a hard or grass court. Therefore, clay courts heavily favor baseliners who are consistent and have a strong defensive game.
Grass Courts
Originally known as “lawn tennis”, grass courts tend to be slippery – the ball often skids and bounces low while retaining most of its speed, rarely rising above knee height. In addition, there are often bad bounces. As a result, players must reach the ball faster relative to other surfaces, and rallies are likely to be comparatively brief; therefore, speed and power are rewarded on grass. A grass court favors a serve and volley style of play.Fisher Island Club consulted with the Head Groundskeeper from the All England Club where the Championships at Wimbledon is played. Therefore, our grass courts are some of the best in the United States on which to play. Numerous professional players choose Fisher Island Club every year to train before their grass court tournament season.
DecoTurf Hard Courts
A hard court is typically made of rigid materials such as asphalt or concrete and covered with acrylic material to seal the surface and mark the playing lines, while providing some cushioning. Tennis hard courts tend to play medium-fast to fast because there is little energy absorption by the court, unlike grass courts. The ball tends to bounce high, and players are able to apply many types of spin during play. Flat balls are favored on hard courts because of the extremely quick play style. Of the Grand Slam tournaments, the U.S. Open and Australian Open currently use hard courts, and it is the predominant surface type used on the professional tour.
Har-Tru Courts
Green clay, also known as rubico or its brand name, Har-Tru, is similar to coarse red clay, but is made from crushed metabasalt rather than brick, making the surface slightly harder and faster. Green clay is packed to make the subsurface. It is then covered with a topping.
Pickleball
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. It is a paddleball sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Featuring four new cushioned pickleball courts and a spectators’ patio, Fisher Island Club offers an active program for this popular, growing sport. The pickleball courts are equipped with lighting for evening play.
Tennis and Pickleball Instruction
Lessons at the club are available daily for those wishing to refine their tennis and pickleball skills. The club boasts a total of 10 tennis and pickleball professionals certified by the most recognizable tennis and pickleball organizations in the country: USPTA Elite Professional Certified, Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the International Pickelball Teaching Professional Association, and are active within tennis and pickleball industry events and conventions. Hailing from around the world, including Italy, Brazil, Cuba, and the U.S., our pros are sure to raise your level of experience.
Clinics are also offered and include drilling with pros and then playing games against the other participants and pros. For those players who do not have a game, the pro shop, upon request, will arrange a compatible game for you.
Children’s programs and holiday camps are available throughout the year, where young players learn the basics of the game and hone their skills, fostering teamwork and discipline. Private lessons are also available to work one-on-one with a pro.
After a great day on the court, pick up a complimentary cool drink, a fresh towel, and head over to our fully-equipped locker rooms to freshen up.
Pro Shop
The pro shop at the Racquet Club features the latest tennis fashions and state-of-the art equipment for men, women and children. You’ll find everything from socks to sunscreen and everything in between like tennis and pickleball rackets, shoes, apparel, duffle bags, sunglasses and Fisher Island Club specialty items. We carry brands such as Wilson, Prince, Babolat, Head, Nike, Fila, Lacoste, Polo and New Balance.
“Grand Slam” Tennis Courts
A centre court with stepped up viewing area sets the stage for memorable tournaments that often host featured tennis stars. The Club’s outstanding courts are a favorite place for pre-tournament practice by visiting pros including Caroline Wozniacki, Eugenie Bouchard, Sofia Kenin, Gael Monfils, Feliciano Lopez, Tommy Haas, and Bob and Mike Bryan. Previous well-known players have included Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf, Andy Roddick, Anna Kournikova, Boris Becker, Mats Wilander, and Jim Courier. Our landmark resort blends the charm of the past with the best in world-class amenities and recreation. If your idea of a perfect love match is playing on private tennis courts; look no further, these feel a world apart, yet are close to all of the excitement of Miami & Miami Beach.
Tennis Courts
European Red Clay Courts
Red clay courts are made not of natural clay but of crushed brick that is packed to make the court, with the top-most layers consisting of finely-crushed loose particles. Clay courts are considered “slow” because the balls bounce relatively high and lose much of their initial speed when contacting the surface, making it more difficult for a player to deliver an unreturnable shot. Points are usually longer, as there are fewer winners, and playing on clay often involves the ability to slide into the ball during the stroke, as opposed to running and stopping like on a hard or grass court. Therefore, clay courts heavily favor baseliners who are consistent and have a strong defensive game.
Grass Courts
Originally known as “lawn tennis”, grass courts tend to be slippery – the ball often skids and bounces low while retaining most of its speed, rarely rising above knee height. In addition, there are often bad bounces. As a result, players must reach the ball faster relative to other surfaces, and rallies are likely to be comparatively brief; therefore, speed and power are rewarded on grass. A grass court favors a serve and volley style of play.Fisher Island Club consulted with the Head Groundskeeper from the All England Club where the Championships at Wimbledon is played. Therefore, our grass courts are some of the best in the United States on which to play. Numerous professional players choose Fisher Island Club every year to train before their grass court tournament season.
DecoTurf Hard Courts
A hard court is typically made of rigid materials such as asphalt or concrete and covered with acrylic material to seal the surface and mark the playing lines, while providing some cushioning. Tennis hard courts tend to play medium-fast to fast because there is little energy absorption by the court, unlike grass courts. The ball tends to bounce high, and players are able to apply many types of spin during play. Flat balls are favored on hard courts because of the extremely quick play style. Of the Grand Slam tournaments, the U.S. Open and Australian Open currently use hard courts, and it is the predominant surface type used on the professional tour.
Har-Tru Courts
Green clay, also known as rubico or its brand name, Har-Tru, is similar to coarse red clay, but is made from crushed metabasalt rather than brick, making the surface slightly harder and faster. Green clay is packed to make the subsurface. It is then covered with a topping.
Pickleball
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. It is a paddleball sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net. Featuring four new cushioned pickleball courts and a spectators’ patio, Fisher Island Club offers an active program for this popular, growing sport. The pickleball courts are equipped with lighting for evening play.
Tennis and Pickleball Instruction
Lessons at the club are available daily for those wishing to refine their tennis and pickleball skills. The club boasts a total of 10 tennis and pickleball professionals certified by the most recognizable tennis and pickleball organizations in the country: USPTA Elite Professional Certified, Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the International Pickelball Teaching Professional Association, and are active within tennis and pickleball industry events and conventions. Hailing from around the world, including Italy, Brazil, Cuba, and the U.S., our pros are sure to raise your level of experience.
Clinics are also offered and include drilling with pros and then playing games against the other participants and pros. For those players who do not have a game, the pro shop, upon request, will arrange a compatible game for you.
Children’s programs and holiday camps are available throughout the year, where young players learn the basics of the game and hone their skills, fostering teamwork and discipline. Private lessons are also available to work one-on-one with a pro.
After a great day on the court, pick up a complimentary cool drink, a fresh towel, and head over to our fully-equipped locker rooms to freshen up.
Pro Shop
The pro shop at the Racquet Club features the latest tennis fashions and state-of-the art equipment for men, women and children. You’ll find everything from socks to sunscreen and everything in between like tennis and pickleball rackets, shoes, apparel, duffle bags, sunglasses and Fisher Island Club specialty items. We carry brands such as Wilson, Prince, Babolat, Head, Nike, Fila, Lacoste, Polo and New Balance.