Where Players Are Made
We offer a full range of introductory and competitive tennis programs to fit most any new or experienced tennis player's schedule and level of commitment.
Eat. Sleep. Play Tennis. Repeat.
Whether you want to simply improve your game, play for a school or compete on a local, state, national or even world-class level, we help players reach maximum potential. Coaches Francisco Gonzalez, Teresa Samstag-Haug and Chris Melson are USPTA certified pros with extensive tennis experience. We offer a range of customized classes and camps for adults and kids of all levels.
All programs are taught at Sierra Sport & Racquet Club located near the bluffs. We are proud to offer bilingual (Spanish) classes.
With our flexible scheduling and diverse programs offered in group or private settings, you’ll be able to find a perfect program to suit your needs. Tennis has benefits that go beyond fitness. It improves hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, flexibility, and teaches life-long lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and responsibility. Adults and children can enjoy the many social aspects and often develop lasting friendships off the court.
Let’s play tennis!
Programs & LESSONS
CONTINUED PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Programs and private for every age level for beginners, intermediate or advanced players. Our specialized programs are available year-round, from kid-friendly exercise with an introduction to tennis to the higher development of fundamentals and competitive play.
Summer Camps
KIDS OF ALL AGES | ALL LEVELS
There’s nothing like taking part in a fun, new tennis program through the Summer. We offer challenging, competitive, organized tennis leagues and camps for children of any age and experience. Introduce your child to the sport on a trial basis and getting active!
Seasonal Camps
We offer Seasonal Camps in Spring and Winter to compliment our popular Summer Camps and Year-Round Programs. Children of any age and experience attend organized camps during short breaks from school. Another great way to be introduced to the sport and stay active outdoors.
Our Location
Sierra sport
& Racquet club
The Valley’s premiere tennis facility
Voted the #1 facility in the nation by the USTA, the club’s quiet location near the bluffs provides an unparalleled family-friendly experience. The property is set on a 12-acre park-like setting with tennis and pickleball courts, with extensive recreational and social activities. For more than 35 years, the club has built a community that is interactive, social, and diverse, with a focus on total fitness and family experience.
Address: 2626 W. Alluvial, Fresno, CA 93711
the Coaches
Francisco Gonzalez + Teresa Samstag-Haug
Coach Francisco: 559.916.4245 I Coach Teresa: 559.259.8189
Francisco and Teresa each have 40+ years of tennis experience and partnered together to establish Fresno Tennis Academy. Our Pros are both certified by the USPTA and they can offer bilingual (Spanish) classes. The Academy teaches adults and children of all levels and classes can be customized for each student to make lessons challenging and fun. With our flexible scheduling and diverse programs offered in group or private settings, you’ll be able to find a perfect tennis program to suit your needs.
What parents & players are saying
“Francisco is a person with a true understanding and motivational ability to develop players of all ages and levels - combining his technical acumen, psychological understanding, tactical expertise, sport conditioning emphasis, and developmental knowledge.”
“Teresa is so great with kids. And now that I am an older kid, she is really involved in my matches and picks up on my weaknesses. I have been her student for a long time and I feel like my strokes are really solid. Plus we ALWAYS have fun!”
“My oldest daughter trained regularly with Francisco and obtained a USTA ranking, allowing her to play Division I tennis at the University of Hawaii. Francisco has an extensive professional career for which he is extremely humble.”