APRIL 2026
- Social
- New Members and Referrals
- Social Events 2026
- Bridge
- Ladies’ Night
- Men’s Night
- President’s Message
- Tennis News
Oakland Hills Tennis Club Hours
Calendar
LADIES NIGHT TENNIS on 2nd Monday, April 13th, at 6:00 pm.
MEN’S NIGHT TENNIS on the 2nd Wed. April 15th, at 6:00pm.
MIXED DOUBLES NIGHT on the 4thThurs. April 23rd, at 6:00 pm.
President/General Manager’s Message
Dear Members,
Before we get into things, here’s your Dad Joke of the Month: I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes…She
gave me a hug.
On a more meaningful note, I’m very happy to share that our solar system was finally given permission to operate by PG&E on Monday, March 30th. This project has certainly been a long road. As many of you know, the original company working on the installation spent over three years on the job before ultimately going out of business just a few weeks ago. We brought in Sun Light & Power to help get things across the finish line, and they have been outstanding to work with. That said, they are uncovering a number of issues left behind by the previous contractor, which means there will be additional work—and costs—ahead. Nonetheless, it is a big milestone to have the system up and running and generating electricity for the club.
With the warmer weather starting to roll in, I also want to take a moment to gently remind everyone of a few pool policies that have been overlooked recently.
1.Hot Tub Age Requirement. No children under the age of 14 are permitted in the hot tub.
2.Aquafit Equipment. Noodles and water weights in the storage bins are reserved for Aquafit classes only. If you notice bins left unlocked and equipment being used improperly, please notify staff so we can address it.
3.Personal Speakers. Playing music through personal speakers in the pool area (or anywhere in the club) is not permitted, as it interferes with the enjoyment of other members.
This past weekend, OHTC hosted a CPR training session for staff. One of our team members suggested we share the location of our AED with all members, which is a great idea. An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable, life-saving device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest and is intended to be used alongside CPR.
Our AED is located:
In the main hallway
Just outside the front desk
Adjacent to the vending machine
Above the area where clean towels are typically stacked
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with its location—
you never know when that knowledge could make a difference.
Austin Thompson
General Manager
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Club Hours
Mondays – Fridays:
6:00 am-9:30p.m.
Saturdays 8:00 am to 7:30 pm
through Labor Day
Sundays 8:00 am-7:30 p.m.
Website:www.oaklandhills.com
Phone: 510-531-3300
Phone Usage
It is important to know where you can use your phones. Phones are illegal to be use your cell phone in any locker room – especially face time or camera usage. Cell phones are not to be used in hot tub, cardio room or the weight room. You may listen to music but having phone conversations is not allowed. Thank you for considering the other members.
Ladies’ Night
Tomiko Hawkins
Come out and see what all the fuss is about on LADIES NIGHT TENNIS 2nd Monday, April 13th, 2025, at 6:00pm New Time!
Change your mid-week by coming out with Memo and the guys for some fun tennis on MEN’S NIGHT TENNIS on the 3rd Wednesday, April 15th, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
Mixed doubles night – on the 4th Thursday, April 23rd, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
Social
Tomiko Hawkins, Director
Our Annual Crab Fest was a huge success! Thank you for making it a great night in community. Hats off to David and Soo Choi for serving up an delicious dinner!
The Easter Bunny arrives on Easter from 12pm-1pm inside clubhouse. Come and get your picture taken and collect a few eggs while you can!
On deck is our MOVIE NIGHT FOR KIDS is on May 9 at 5PM! Children of all ages are welcome to attend.
Please bring water, blanket and pillow for comfort. The movie will be announced at a later date. If you would like to join in on the fun, please sign up at our Social Corner located near the front entrance or email me
at: social@oaklandhills.com.
I am the person to contact, via email, regarding Pool Party reservations. Reservations can be made 60 days in advance. We tend to have a busy pool party season during the summer so It’s Important to follow protocol and get your reservation contracts In as It Is on a first come first serve basis. Once I receive the paperwork, only then Is the reservation solidified. Wishing you all an amazing pool party season and fun time.
Don’t forget to come out for Ladies Night on April 13 at 6pm, Men’s Night on April 15th at 6pm and Mixed Doubles Night on April 23 at 6pm.
Jim Thompson, Sr. continues with Wednesday Interclub SMIL League, as well as running the daytime Senior
tennis on Mondays and Thursdays at home. If you have not joined Jim yet, but want to play on those days,
please call (510)531-3300 to get on Jim’s email list.
Director of Social Events
For more information,
call 530-3300, ext. 23 or email at
social@oaklandhills.com
SOCIAL EVENTS 2020
Tomiko Hawkins, Director of Social Events
For more information, call 530-3300, ext. 23 or email at social@oaklandhills.com
Pool Hours: Mondays through Fridays: 6:00 am to 9:30 pm Saturdays and Sundays: 8:00 am to 7:30 pm
Babysitting
Hours are:
Monday through Sunday 9 am to 2 pm
Monday through Thursday 4 pm to 7 pm
Two hour maximum and $1 per hour per child.
Parking Lot
Please remove all valuables from your vehicle while using the club.
Break ins are on the rise due to members leaving valuables in plain sight.
Online Login
Now you can go to our website and see your statements! It is quite simple. Go to member log in, using your membership number you may create an account and log in. After you log in you may view your statements, change your payment type (checking account or new credit card), make a payment, change your address, phone or other information. In the fall we intend to begin emailing statements and the newsletter (please update your email address on line), and, eventually, on line booking (also will be available through our app – Oakland Hills) of massage, courts, etc. Very exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oakland Hills App
Oakland Hills Tennis Club has an app! Through our free app (Oakland Hills) you can view our group fitness , massage, social events, kids programming, aquatics or personal training schedule. You may download the FREE app through the Apple App store or go to Google Play. Come check us out!!!
Aquatics
Brianna and Juliette Directors
We’re so excited to share that our Spring Aquatics Session is officially full! Thank you to everyone who signed up—
we can’t wait to get started and welcome you back to the pool. It’s always such a fun time of year as our program
gets back into full swing.
With the warmer weather arriving, seeing the pool come to life again has us especially excited for the months
ahead. There’s nothing better than being back outside and enjoying time together as a community.
As we continue through the season, we’ll keep you updated through the newsletter and email with important
program information and upcoming opportunities.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out, we’re always happy to help! Contact
us at aquatics@oaklandhills.com
Best,
Brianna Thompson
OHTC Aquatics Co-director
Private lessons are $315 for Members and $415 for Non-Members. Semi-private lessons are $215 per Member and $315 per Non-Member, and participants must register with their own partner.
We also offer our Swim Skills Accelerator (formerly Swim Team), designed for swimmers with a basic understanding of freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke who are comfortable in deep water. This program runs the last week of each month from June through
August, Monday through Friday from 4–5 PM. Pricing is $215 for Members and $315 for Non-Members. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at aquatics@oaklandhills.com
The Baby Pool
- The small pool is for non-swimmers
- No kickboards allowed.
- All babies must have on swim
- Rough play will not be permitted.
- Younger children have priority.
Group Fitness
Yulia Wynn, Director
Dear Members,
A fresh season is the perfect time for a fresh approach to fitness!
Spring represents renewal, longer days, and new energy. It’s also a great reminder that our fitness routines can benefit from an occasional reset. If your workouts have started to feel repetitive or your motivation has dipped, April is the perfect time to refresh your routine and bring new energy to your workouts.
One simple way to reset is by trying something new. Stepping outside your usual routine—whether it’s joining a different
class, adding strength training, or incorporating yoga or mobility work—can challenge different muscle groups and make
exercise more engaging.
With warmer weather and more daylight, spring also offers great opportunities to move outdoors. A walk, light jog, or stretch in the fresh air can boost your mood and help you reconnect with the enjoyment of movement.
This is also a great time to revisit your fitness goals. Instead of focusing only on weight loss, for example, consider goals like improving strength, building endurance, increasing flexibility, or simply feeling more energetic throughout the day.
Remember, the most successful fitness routine is one that you enjoy and can maintain consistently. Sometimes a few small changes are all it takes to feel motivated again.
Let this spring be your reminder that every day is a new opportunity to move, feel stronger, and take care of your health.
Please contact Tish directly over her e-mail at letitia5blacksher@gmail.com to schedule an assisted therapy stretch session.How to access our ZOOM and HYBRID classes:
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- Download Zoom and open an account.
- Download our app MyClubLives from the app store. It’s free.
- Login in the upper right corner with your e-mail or a phone number
- Go to CLUB EVENTS
- Click on the class of your interest and follow the link provided to join.
- As an alternative, you still can use the class ID and a password provided in the description of the class.
- You currently do not need reservations for Zoom classes.
Instructions to make a reservation for classes IN-PERSON:
- Download our app MyClubLives from the app store. It’s free.
- Login in the upper right corner with your e-mail or a phone number
- Go to CLUB EVENTS and register for the activity of your interest Please remember to UNREGISTER if you are longer not able to attend within 24 hours before the activity of your interest.
Best wishes,
Yulia – Fitness Director at OHTC
Tennis
Lada, Director
Afterschool Spring Tennis Programs – Now Open for Registration
We are excited to introduce our Afterschool Tennis Program, designed to provide structured training opportunities for juniors
of different ages and levels in a fun, supportive environment.
Programs focus on fundamentals, athletic development, confidence building, and progressive skill advancement.
Tuesday Afterschool Sessions:
3:30–4:30 PM — Ages 4–7
4:30–5:30 PM — Ages 7–9 Beginners
5:30–7:00 PM — Advanced Junior Training
Pricing:
Ages 4–7 & 7–9 Beginners:
$45 Members | $50 Non-Members
Advanced Junior Training:
$55 Members | $60 Non-Members
Summer Tennis Camp 2026 – Ages 5–18
Summit Summer Tennis Camp at Oakland Hills Tennis Club offers a fun and structured summer experience for juniors of all
levels, ages 5–18. The camp focuses on skill development, movement, confidence building, and creating a positive
environment for all players.
Session Options:
Morning Session: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Afternoon Session: 12:30–4:00 PM (includes lunch and swim)
Full-Day Session: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Early Bird Discount:
Register before May 1 and receive 15% off (member discounts applied at checkout).
OHTC Members:
https://ohtcsummertenniscamp.regfox.com/-summer-summit-tennis-camp-ohtc-member-sign-up
Non-Members:
https://ohtcsummertenniscamp.regfox.com/summer-summit-tennis-camp-ohtc-non-member-sign-up
Additional camp details and weekly schedules will be shared soon.
Junior Development Tennis Programs
Junior programs continue to focus on fundamentals, movement, and enjoyment of the game while also providing structured
training opportunities for advanced players.
Advanced High School Clinic
Thursdays, 6:00–8:00 PM
Focused on technique, movement, and competitive match play.
To sign up, please text me directly.
Adult Tennis Programs
Adult tennis participation continues to be strong, with clinics available for players looking to stay active and improve their
game.
Sunday Funday Cardio Tennis
Sundays, 8:00–9:30 AM
A high-energy clinic combining cardio, drills, and live-ball play. Open to fitness and tennis members.
Advanced Adult Clinic (3.5+)
Thursdays, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Designed for experienced players focusing on consistency, point construction, and match play.
Private Lessons
Private and semi-private lessons are available with our coaching team:
Lada – 510-424-7913
Skip – (707) 346-1682
Joseph – (510) 258-6904
Charlie – (503) 341-9677
Please feel free to reach out directly to the coach you’d like to work with.See you on the courts,
Lada
Tennis Director
Oakland Hills Tennis Club
Pickleball
Barry Ko, Director
Hi OHTC Pickleball Players!
Here are the events I have planned for April. Please note, if it rains or the courts are wet the events will be cancelled.
Etiquette Reminder:
Friendly reminder to not walk through any fitness classes on the deck and in the open space work out room. Use of the main staircase is suggested to avoid any work out classes on the deck, especially the Spin class.
DINK AND DRINK on the 1st Thursday of the month April 2 4:30pm-7pm. Open Play, then food and drinks will be
ready in the lounge at 6pm. Please register on Club Automation for an accurate headcount. If Open Play gets busy,
please use the paddle racks to help keep track of who is waiting to play. Pickleball courts 1 through 6 will be reserved
for Open Play. Please be sure to play on the correct courts to alleviate confusion. Register on Club Automation/The
OHTC App for an accurate headcount!
BRING A BUDDY on the 2 Saturday of the month April 11 bring a guest (or up to 5) to play pickleball for half off the normal guest rate. Please note this is only for pickleball use and not valid for the pool or gym, etc.
INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL CLINIC on Thursday April 23 6:30pm-8pm. This clinic is geared towards first
time players or those who have played a few times but aren’t quite sure about the rules and scoring of pickleball. $50
per person; balls and paddles provided. Come and learn how to play pickleball! Email Barry,
pickleball@oaklandhills.com to register.
PICKLEBALL AND PASTRIES on the 3 Sunday of the month, April 19 10am-Noon. Open Play, then pastries in
the lounge. Please register on Club Automation for an accurate headcount. Pickleball courts 1 through 4 will be
reserved for this event. Pickleball courts 5 through 8 will be available for reservation for private groups. Please be
sure to play on the correct court to alleviate confusion. Register on Club Automation/The OHTC App for an accurate
headcount!
RIPL Tournament on Saturday April 18 12:30pm-4pm Fixed Partner mixed doubles.
riplpb.com to register and for more details!
Please feel free to email me at pickleball@oaklandhills.com if you have any questions, and we’ll see you on the
courts!
Privacy Policy
The club values your membership and your right to privacy. However, by the very nature of our business, we need to share information with others, particularly when forming rosters, teams or programs. We collect information about you that we understand you may consider private or confidential. This information may be contained in applications and other forms you submit to us. Therefore, we are providing you with this notice to explain our policies for collecting, using and sharing this information with others.
Our Privacy Principals
The club will protect all non-public personal information we collect from our members.
The club will contractually require any person or organization providing products or services to members on our behalf to protect the confidentiality of this information.
The club affords former members the same protections as existing members with respect to the use and sharing of their information.
The club will only permit authorized employees, who are trained in the proper handling of this information, to have access to it.
Information We May Collect
The club collects and uses information it believes is necessary to administer our business and provide you with the services you request. We may collect and maintain several types of information needed for these purposes, such as those stated below:
Information the club receives on applications for credit or other financial services, such as your name, address, telephone number, Social Security number, USTA number and other identifying information.
The club has information about your transactions with us, including your payment and credit history.
Information Disclosure to Non-Affiliated Entities
The club shares information with Independent Contractors who provide us services, such as Bankers, Accountants, Lawyers, Tennis Professionals, Food Vendors, Trainers, Instructors, etc, only as permitted by law and only when relevant. We also share information member to member, particularly when forming teams, with club rosters, with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and USTANORCAL, its local affiliate.
When Will We Notify You
Our Privacy Policy will be published once a year. You will receive this notice as long as your membership is active. If you cancel your membership, we will continue to follow our Privacy Policy, but you will not receive future notices from the club.
Changes in Privacy Policy
Over time, it may be necessary to modify or supplement our Privacy Policy. If the club makes material changes, it will provide our current membership with revised notices that describe our new Policy and any new procedures that apply to them.
Your Choice to Share Information
If you choose, the club will not share any information we collect. If you prefer that we not share any information, notify us in writing detailing the information you don’t want the club to share. Mail this information to:
Oakland Hills Tennis Club, Inc.
5475 Redwood Rd.
Oakland, CA 94619
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the club at
510-531-3300.