WNY Tennis is a tennis and pickleball club in Erie County, NY with two indoor locations: Village Glen in Williamsville and South Towns in Orchard Park. Take a lesson, join open play, reserve a court or start a membership. Beginners and experienced players are both welcome.
Both clubs have cushioned pickleball courts, 45 foot ceilings and indirect lighting. The cushioning reduces impact on knees, ankles, hips and back, and the lighting cuts glare so the ball is easier to track.
Two indoor clubs: Williamsville and Orchard ParkOpen play for solo players, no partner needed
Try pickleball open play, a lesson, a clinic, court time or a junior program.
The clubs
Choose Your Club
Each club runs its own schedule, programs and membership. Pick the one closest to you, or use both.
Williamsville
Village Glen Tennis & Pickleball, Williamsville
Village Glen has served Williamsville and the Northtowns since the 1970s. A renovation that began in fall 2023 added six dedicated indoor pickleball courts, a new lobby, a redesigned pro shop and refreshed indoor tennis courts.
South Towns has served the Southtowns since the early 1970s and is known for its junior program, clinics and lessons. The tennis program is led by Director of Tennis Wayne Martin, who is USPTR and USPTA certified.
Both clubs offer indoor pickleball on cushioned courts under 45 foot ceilings with indirect lighting. Indirect lighting removes glare, which matters most indoors, where a ball against a bright ceiling is hard to read. Village Glen has six dedicated pickleball courts.
You can play in two ways:
Open courts
Open courts let you play freely, meet different opponents and fit games around your schedule.
Reserved courts
Reserved courts guarantee your own court for focused practice, structured sessions or a game with your group.
Staff at each club can explain how to book, and the court time pages cover the details for each location.
6Dedicated indoor pickleball courts at Village Glen
Open play
Pickleball Open Play in Erie County, NY
Open play is made for solo players, so you do not need a partner to join. Sessions are grouped by skill level so games stay balanced and enjoyable for everyone on court.
Village Glen's weekly schedule has included newbies, 3.0, 3.5 and above, 4.0 and above, ladies, seniors and all levels sessions. Schedules change from week to week, so check the calendar before you go.
Not sure where you fit? The skill level guide uses simple yes or no statements to place you between 2.0 and 5.0.
Lessons at both clubs cover technique, strategy and court positioning, from a first paddle to advanced play. Village Glen's tennis pros have also earned certification in pickleball instruction.
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Private pickleball lessons
Private pickleball lessons give you one on one coaching on a single shot or habit.
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Semi private lessons
Semi private lessons let you share the session with a partner.
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Clinics
Clinics are small group sessions. The beginner clinic is for players through 2.5, and the intermediate clinic is for levels 2.5 to 3.5.
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Youth pickleball lessons
Youth pickleball lessons run through the junior pickleball program at Village Glen, which covers fundamentals, strategy and game improvement.
Reserve indoor tennis court time at either club for a weekly hit, a doubles game or solo practice. Village Glen has hard and clay courts and outdoor tennis courts as well.
Open court time
Open court time gives you flexible access for spontaneous play and practice.
Reserved court time
Reserved court time guarantees a court at scheduled times at a discounted rate.
Members book through the club portal. Non members can register by phone: Village Glen at 716-633-1635 and South Towns at 716-662-9396.
Reserve a court for a weekly hit, a doubles game or solo practice
Lessons
Tennis Lessons in Erie County, NY
Both clubs teach tennis to adults and juniors, from first time players to competitive league players. Pick the format that fits how you like to learn.
South Towns offers Rally Jump Start for first time players, plus Rally Beginner and Rally Intermediate. Village Glen runs Rally Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced, and a 3.0 plus competitive level.
Drill clinics focus on volleys, overheads, strokes and shot selection. Match play is coordinated by a pro, in singles or doubles.
Choose one on one coaching, a shared session with a partner, or a small group.
Each session has 45 minutes of drilling followed by 45 minutes of live match play.
Singles leagues for beginner and advanced players.
Junior tennis programs in Erie County, NY start at age 4 and run through age 17. Village Glen builds each player's path around technical, tactical, mental, social and athletic skills, so progress is clear from one level to the next.
Village Glen level
Ages
Focus
Mini Explorers
4 and up
Skill discovery through games and coordination
Club Red
6 to 8
Agility, balance, coordination and tennis basics
Club Orange
8 to 10
Serving, rallying and scoring
Club Green
10 to 12
Live game situations
Teen Green
12 to 17
Confidence for newer players
JV Yellow
12 to 17
Positioning and match preparation
Academy (Bronze, Silver, Gold)
By approval
Tournament play and college tennis preparation
South Towns offers ROGace, a program for children under 12 that teaches strokes and strategy from the first lesson. Academy placement at Village Glen needs Director approval.
Summer camps at Village Glen cover tennis and pickleball for ages 4 to 17, grouped by age and ability.
Membership pays off once tennis or pickleball becomes a weekly habit. Both clubs offer these membership types, with individual, couple, family and student options depending on the type:
Every membership includes court booking, discounted reserved courts, discounted junior and adult classes, clinics and lessons, season coupons, locker rooms, free gourmet coffee and family events. Village Glen memberships also include a guest pass. Pricing differs by club, so see each membership page for current rates.
Competition and social play run through the whole indoor season at both clubs.
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Village Glen
Village Glen hosts USTA tournaments from Level 4 to Level 6, sponsor named tennis classics, pickleball tournaments including a Make A Wish fundraiser, and family socials such as Deck the Courts on December 19, 2026.
December 19, 2026
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South Towns
South Towns hosts adult round robins, UTR match play for players 21 and under, USTA junior tournaments, glow in the dark pickleball and Smash for Cash pickleball tournaments.
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Registration
Registration forms are available at each front desk, and the tournaments page lists current dates and directors.
Courtside Outfitters Pro Shop sells tennis and pickleball equipment, apparel and accessories. The flagship store is at 5538 Main Street in Williamsville, with satellite shops at Village Glen and South Towns that are open during club hours. You can try a demo paddle or racket before you buy. Both clubs also have their own mobile apps for booking and schedules.
Coaching at both clubs comes from teaching pros who work with juniors and adults in tennis and pickleball. Village Glen's tennis pros are certified in pickleball instruction, and South Towns is led by a USPTR and USPTA certified Director of Tennis. South Towns is also home to ROGace, a junior program founded by coach Wojtek Starakiewicz.
Read recent feedback from members, parents and players at Village Glen and South Towns. Each review shows the reviewer's first name, the club and the program they used.
Every player needs a signed club waiver on file before using the courts.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennis and Pickleball in Erie County, NY
WNY Tennis runs two indoor clubs. Village Glen is at 162 Mill Street in Williamsville, and South Towns is at 75 Mid County Drive in Orchard Park. Both clubs offer tennis and pickleball.
Not for every activity. Non members can register for court time by phone, at 716-633-1635 for Village Glen or 716-662-9396 for South Towns. Members get discounted reserved courts and discounted classes, clinics and lessons.
Yes. Open play is split by skill level, and Village Glen's schedule includes newbie sessions. Use the skill level guide to choose the right session.
The guide asks you to answer yes or no to short statements about serving, drinking and strategy. It places players from 2.0 for newer players up to 4.5 and 5.0 for experts.
Both clubs offer private and semi private lessons and clinics. The beginner clinic is for players through 2.5, and the intermediate clinic is for levels 2.5 to 3.5. Village Glen also runs a junior pickleball program.
South Towns offers Rally Jump Start, Rally Beginner, Rally Intermediate and Flex League. Village Glen offers Rally Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced, a 3.0 plus level and Practice Play. Both clubs run clinics, match play and private lessons.
Village Glen's Mini Explorers program starts at age 4, and junior programs continue through age 17.
Every membership includes court booking, discounted reserved courts, discounted classes, clinics and lessons, season coupons, locker rooms, free gourmet coffee and family events. Village Glen memberships also include a guest pass.
For junior and adult development groups, make ups are not guaranteed. Players can have up to two make up classes per session if they give notice by noon on the day of the lesson, and the make up must be in the same level class during the same session. Pickleball sessions must be cancelled at least four hours ahead. Read the make up policy and the pickleball cancellation policy.
Village Glen's regular season runs from the day after Labor Day to May 31, and South Towns' indoor season runs from September to May. Summer hours vary, so call the club or check Locations and Hours.
Yes. Guests must register and sign a waiver, and each guest is limited to four visits per season, which runs September through August. Guest fees apply and may change, so ask at the front desk.
Contact
Ready to Play? Contact Your Club
Call or email the club closest to you, or start your membership online. The front desk team can help you choose the right program for your level.