This is a complete re-write for 2026, and it's still tough to write good recommendations.  But here goes:

For the community, check out our community tennis page (linked from the home page).  There is some information on the RecTennis program coming to Sherwood in the summer of 2026.

From Sherwood, the easiest option for most players (adults and junior) is the georgefoxtenniscenter.com.  The GFTC is only 10-15 minutes for most Sherwood residents, and they have a wide variety of instruction available.  Their prices have risen a lot since they first opened, and I feel like their classes are more about keeping kids occupied/having fun than being full of great instruction.  There is some instruction, and there is value to being on court hitting balls, so it's definitely not something I recommend against.  The value of any group lesson really comes from the player making the most of their time on court versus just using it as time to goof around.  Players will also benefit from asking the instructors questions - they are good players and know their stuff - but the format of group lessons doesn't always allow their knowledge to shine.

Stafford Hills in Tualatin is another option for lessons.  They tend to be a bit more focused on skill development.  They are more expensive, and non-members may have trouble finding a spot, especially in the winter.

There are some other options around town, but they aren't as close.  I think these places all offer pretty good instructions, but price, access and location make them less popular with Sherwood residents:
Lake Oswego Tennis Center (public)
Mountain Park Racquet Club (private)
Tualatin Hills Parks and Rec District (public)
Portland Tennis Center (public)
West Hills Racquet Club (private)
Charbonneau (private and kind of weird to deal with)

Private Lessons are also available at all the indoor clubs and tennis centers.  These are the best way to get focused instruction on technique or fixing flaws in your swings.  They are best used as part of a practice schedule - take a lessons, then practice at least 3-4 times before going back for another lesson or tune-up.

Tennis Academies:
There are several tennis academies in town for the most serious players.  They are expensive.  The value of the academies is two-fold:  1) They emphasize footwork and effort more than anywhere else.  2) They are filled with serious players, so the competition is always top-notch.

Me mentioning them here is new, and it does not mean that I'm pushing kids to go to an academy.  Not at all.  If you or your player is interested in an academy, reach out to Todd for his opinions.  They are not always favorable.

Lessons from SHS Coaches:
The SHS boys team has a new coach who may be more interested/available to run practices in the off-season.  I'm sure the boys will learn about those.  As we learn more, we'll update this.

The SHS girls team is known for our free or low-cost off-season progams, but they are mostly for girls who already know some of the basics.  In general, they are an extension of the high school team.  Younger players can be invited if they have enough experience and maturity to play with our high school players.  The experience bar is not very high - lots of our high school players have played for only 9 weeks.  So middle school players who can rally a bit, know how to volley and serve, and can be a little serious may be ready.  It's pretty rare for players younger than middle school to be a good fit, but we have had some.