ULTIMATE TENNIS WEEKEND WITH STAN SMITH AT THE SEA PINES RESORT
Limited Spots Available for November 28-20 Event
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (Sept. 25, 2024) – Learning from a legend is a rare opportunity and one available to tennis aficionados, November 28-30, exclusively at The Sea Pines Resort. Stan Smith — past Wimbledon and U.S. Open champion, a member of seven winning U.S. Davis Cup teams, and former U.S. Olympic men’s tennis coach — and his staff are offering a weekend of tennis instruction at the Smith Stearns Tennis Academy on Hilton Head Island.
The nine-hour program includes three hours of daily instruction (Thursday through Saturday), video analysis of the serve, stroke and strategy instruction, footwork and practice drills. A maximum student-to-pro ratio of 4:1 assures plenty of personal tips. The program is available to tennis players 17 and older with an NTRP rating of 3.0 or higher.
Accommodations are in Harbour Town, just steps from The Sea Pines Resort’s Racquet Club and its 20 outdoor clay courts. The program includes two hours of complimentary court time each day, as well as use of the fitness center. Rates start at $349 per player per night, based on double occupancy and a three-night stay.
Smith has served as The Sea Pines Resort’s touring professional and ambassador for more than 50 years. He has developed a world-class program for players of all ages and skill levels. His Smith Stearns Tennis Academy is considered one of the nation’s top tennis programs where students achieve a well-rounded lifestyle in preparation for success in all areas of life.
Situated on the southernmost tip of Hilton Head Island, The Sea Pines Resort features five miles of unspoiled beaches, 14 miles of bike and walking trails, horseback riding, Eco-Adventures, water sports, and the 605-acre Sea Pines Forest Preserve filled with wildflowers, wetlands, and more than 130 species of birds. As the first eco-planned destination in the U.S., The Sea Pines Resort has become the blueprint for numerous beach developments around the country. Guests can choose from an array of accommodations, including 300 villas, 100 rental homes, and the luxurious 60-room Inn & Club at Harbour Town, a Forbes Four-Star boutique hotel and Preferred Hotel Group member. The resort’s best-in-class collection of golf courses, amenities, meeting facilities, and lodging makes Sea Pines one of the most sought-after leisure and group destinations in America. www.seapinesresort.com
Hilton Head Island is served by two nearby airports: Hilton Head Island (HHH) Airport—just 8 miles from the resort—and Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) Airport, located 45 miles away.
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