Add update. Mon-Fri 5:30 am-8:30 pmSat 7:00 am- 8:30 pmSun 8:00 am- 8:30 pmZoom Schedule, Copyright 2023 by Ojai Valley Athletic Club. HOURS Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Zoom Schedule La Madrona Athletic Club 1897 La Madrona Drive Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-438-1072 lmacinfo@caclubs.com We had a blast celebrating our past champions on Friday at The Ojai. (949) 458-9828. Court fees are complimentary and available with advanced reservations. Players will be separated by court based on age and level. Click to reveal Box 482, Ojai, CA 93024 Phone: 805-646-7241 Support the Ojai Tennis Tournament $54.25 per player for MW (Op)s,SE. 2023 HIGHLIGHTS Pac-12 Team Championships begin Wednesday, April 26. Summer Tennis Camp OVAC is proud to offer eight weeks of summer tennis camps for our juniors this summer. Over 1,500 participants and 500 volunteers make this giant event possible. The Ojai Valley Inn is the host site for the Men's and Women's "Open" Singles and Doubles Championships. Health and Fitness Club sites by MembersFirst | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Request My Information. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Teams play on Wednesday mornings and travel to other clubs. Ojai Valley Athletic Club; Paso Robles Sports Club; Westlake Athletic Club; Member Login; 805-646-7213 [email protected] Schedules & Waivers; Search; P.O. And when we started playing there as each year passed we had more and more local fans coming out to watch us and root for us. Players will be separated by court based on age and level. Ojai Valley Inn is the ideal Southern California tennis resort for anyone who wants to improve their game or just have fun. 1898 The four best players in Southern California challenged the best players of Northern California to a round-robin tennis match on the Ojai courts. For information regarding youth tennis programs of the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, Click here, Copyright 2022 The Ojai Tennis Tournament. Website: www.ojaitennistournament.com Introduction The Ojai Tennis Tournament is back after a two year hiatus - the 120th Annual Tournament will occur April 20-24, 2022. Future Stars (Ages 5-8) Cost: $12 members/$15 non-membersMonday and Wednesdays 3:45-4:30pm Saturdays 9-9:45am Clinic designed for beginners to learn the basics of stroke production and movement through the use of fun games and drills.Bigger Littles (Ages 8-11) Cost: $15 members/$18 non-membersMonday and Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm Saturdays 10-11am. Comp to tennis members. 1966 One year later a married Billie Jean King wins the event. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Our resort is conveniently located 70 miles north of L.A. and 12 miles off of the ocean. Come play intermediate/advanced doubles starting at 3:30pm. It is puton each year by the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, whosecharitable mission is the promotion of interest in tennisand physical fitness as well as the provision of recreational facilities for young people. For information regarding youth tennis programs of the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, Click here, Copyright 2022 The Ojai Tennis Tournament. Health and Fitness Club sites by MembersFirst | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Request My Information. Tea service was introduced, and the clubhouse was built that year, remaining on site until 1966. We also offer USTA leagues that play in the evenings or on weekends. Many of the greats of tennis have played in Ojai and at the Ojai Valley Inn, including Bill Tilden, Tony Trabert, Bobby Riggs, Jack Kramer, Arthur Ashe, Billy Jean King, Pancho Gonzales, Alex Olmedo, Stan Smith, Jimmy Connors, Tracy Austin, Michael Chang, Lindsay Davenport, Pete Sampras, Sam Querey, and the Bryan twins. Ojai Valley Tennis Club President Duane Williamson was the first tea server on hand for the historic moment. Immediately Following Open Mens Singles: NOONJunior Boys 16s Singles12:30PMCommunity College Mens DoublesCommunity College Womens Doubles, P.O. Ojai Valley Woman's Club 3rd Vice President Kathy Smith said: "Our roofing estimates range from $44,000 to $77,000. Camps will operate as small groups with no more than 8:1 student/coach ratio. The history of 'The Ojai' and tennis in the Ojai Valley dates back to 1887 when Sherman Day Thacher came to Ojai, California to become a farmer and grow citrus. Please advise OVAC if your child is a weak swimmer or non-swimmer. Ojai Valley Athletic Club Tennis | Ojai CA Courts are open daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 PM. Box 482,Ojai, CA 93024 Phone: 805-646-7241 Support the Ojai Tennis Tournament, OVTC Youth Tennis Activities Support The Ojai. 159.223.218.176 OVTC Youth Tennis Program Highlights Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Join us Saturdays at 10am, must RSVP to Steve TUESDAY AND THURSDAY TENNIS DOUBLES You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. For information regarding youth tennis programs of the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, Click here, Copyright 2022 The Ojai Tennis Tournament. He offers these camps in the cool morning hours, and instruction is mixed in with drills, games and snacks. 1977 In front of the biggest crowd ever, Tracy Austin wins the womens Invitational title at age 14. Dimitar is a USPTR Professional with over 30 years of tennis teaching experience. Voted as one of the 'Top 50 Tennis Resorts' by Tennis Magazine,Ojai Valley Inn is the ideal Southern California tennis resort for anyone who wants to improve their game or just have fun. Safe Passage Tennis Program Cub Scout Pack 168--- Los Osos . Thus, The First Ojai! Ojai Valley Tennis Club Office: 210 S. Signal St. Ojai, CA 93023 Mail: PO Box 482, Ojai, CA 93024 Tel: 805-646-7241 Fax: 805-646-6748 Website: www.ojaitennistournament.com Tax ID: 23-7134523 College of the Desert Crowned Ojai CCCAA Mens State Champs, American River College Wins CCCAA Womens Title at The Ojai, An Evening With Grand Slam Champions Announced, American Men Pull Off Upsets In Australia. Print your draw with your court code location and day and time of your first . 105th OJAI VALLEY TOURNAMENT. | Designed by E Interactive Design. He has worked with three of the Top 50 ranked ATP and WTA players, as well as with national and international top junior players. SATURDAY ADULT TENNIS CLINIC Start your weekend off right. Play at our modern, multi-court Tennis Center in California, featuring four lighted courts. We offer a full spectrum of classes including Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Stretch, Strength Training and Water Aerobics. We offer a full spectrum of classes including Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Stretch, Strength Training and Water Aerobics. The Ojai Club won the first match with Thacher leading the way. Click on 'Draws' above to go to the appropriate draw to find your first match time and location. Voted as one of the 'Top 50 Tennis Resorts' by Tennis Magazine. DRAWS & RESULTS Mail: PO Box 482, Ojai, CA 93024 | Designed by E Interactive Design, College of the Desert Crowned Ojai CCCAA Mens State Champs, American River College Wins CCCAA Womens Title at The Ojai, An Evening With Grand Slam Champions Announced, American Men Pull Off Upsets In Australia, 500 local volunteers conduct the tournament (no paid staff or organizer), 7,000 Wilson Heavy Duty tennis balls used, $84,000 donations received from major sponsors, $4,000 donations received from local small merchants, Significant in-kind services donated from merchants and tennis court owners, $17,000 net proceeds contributed to youth tennis programs, $35,000 net proceeds contributed to improving public tennis facilities, 20 cases of Pixie tangerines served to those playing outside of Ojai Valley, More than a ton of oranges used for the orange juice served at Libbey Park in Ojai. No Ratings. Camarillo Fillmore Moorpark Ojai Oxnard Port Hueneme Santa Paula Simi Valley Thousand Oaks Ventura. From left: Rosie Casals, Rick Leach, Peggy Michel, Billy Martin and Pam Teeguarden. Another key objective of the club is to promote interest in physical fitness and tennis among Ojai and Ventura area youth year-round. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Junior Event finals (G16, G14)Community College Womens Singles Semifinals (2) Lower LibbeyCommunity College Mens Doubles Semifinals (2) Lower Libbey, Open Womens SinglesIndependent College Mens SinglesJunior G18 SinglesDivision III Womens Singles, Open Mens SinglesDivision III College Mens SinglesCommunity College Mens and Womens Singles, Open Womens DoublesG18 DoublesDivision III Womens DoublesIndependent College Mens Doubles, Youth Tennis Awards (Court 1)Division III College Mens DoublesCommunity College Womens DoublesCommunity College Mens Doubles, P.O. No wonder that the City of Ojai entered into the "Best Tennis Town" competition sponsored by the USTA. All Rights Reserved. Call Now (800) 900-1344. 1928 Bill Tilden wins the Ojai Open event. Attendance was almost 700 over the weekend of the finals, and the town held a reception and dance for the players. Join us Saturdays at 10am, must RSVP to Steve. Office: 210 S. Signal St. Ojai, CA 93023 Must have match experience and be able to serve, rally and volley. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Complimentary orange juice, a product of the Valley, was first offered to players and spectators in the early 1930s, which continues today. The first tennis tournament in Ojai was held on that court in 1893. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 6 USC, 4-0, Mens Open Singles:(1) Karue Sell (Los Angeles) d. (2) Kent Hunter (Los Angeles, CA), 6-4, 6-3, Mens Open Doubles:Alex Fuchs (Los Altos, CA) / Emon van Loben Sels (Sacramento, CA) d. (1) Timothy Sah (San Diego, CA) / Christian Kontaxis (Rancho Mirage, CA), 6-3, 6-4, Womens Open Singles:(1) Chanel Simmonds (Redmond, WA) d. Leyden Games (Irvine, CA), 6-1, 6-2, Womens Open Doubles:(2) Isabella Asenov (Ojai, CA) / Makeilah Nepomuceno (Rosemead, CA) d. (1) Julie Silveira (Orinda, CA) / Christen Bartelt (Malibu, CA), 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, Boys CIF Singles:(2)James MacDonald (University HS-Irvine) d. (1) Niels Hoffmann (Corona del Mar HS), 6-4, 6-2, Boys CIF Doubles:(2)Avery Tallakson / Brayden Tallakson (Woodbridge HS) d. Rex Harrison / Aden Dorros (The Bishops School), 6-4, 6-2, Boys CIF Griggs Cup Team Champion:University (Irvine)Boys 14s Singles:(1) JiHyuk Im (Irvine, CA) d. (2) Takuto Goh (Culver City, CA), 5-7, 6-3, 6-4, Boys 16s Singles:(2) Lorenzo Brunkow (Topanga, CA) d. (1) Mario Garcia (San Diego, CA), 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (3)Girls 14s Singles:(5) Yuktaa Pandit (Fresno, CA) d.(2) Fiona Tseng (Beverly Hills, CA), 7-5, 6-3, Girls 16s Singles:(1) Brooke Kwon (Diamond Bar, CA) d. (3) Raina Kim (Santa Monica, CA), 7-5, 1-6, 6-0, Girls 18s Singles:(7) Armira Kockinis (La Habra Heights, CA) d.(3) Dongke Liu (Ojai, CA), 5-7, 7-6 (1), 6-4, Girls 18s Doubles:(2) Stella Simpson-Morgan (Rolling Hills, CA) / Alisa Lansky (Redondo Beach, CA) d. Giana Mucci (Calabasas, CA) / Reagan Levine (Laguna Beach, CA), 6-7 (8), 6-3, 6-4, Mens CCCAA Dual Team State Championship:College of the Desert d. American River College, 5-0, Womens CCCAA Dual Team State Championship:American River College d. Orange Coast College, 5-3, Mens CCCAA Singles:Joe Corse (College of the Desert) d. (8) Hernan Olivas (College of the Desert), 6-4, 6-0, Mens CCCAA Doubles:(4) Eita Ishikawa / Joe Corse (College of the Desert) d. Jinsei Tajima / Philemon Jabin (Ventura College), 4-6, 6-2, 10-4, Mens CCCAA Cumulative Ojai Team Champion:College of the Desert, Womens California Community College Athletic Association Singles:(2) Nicole West (Santa Monica College) d. (4) Hana Moss (College of the Desert), 6-2, 1-6, 6-1, Womens California Community College Athletic Association Doubles:(2) Hana Moss / Emunah Daffon (College of the Desert) d. (4) Anna Kynclova / Lia Sarjveladze (LA Mission College), 3-6, 6-2, 10-5, Womens CCCAA Cumulative Ojai Team Champion:Orange Coast College. Men's & Women's Community College Singles & Doubles play will begin on Thursday, April 25,2019, and California State Community College Men and Women Team Championships will played on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Award Winning Outdoor Game Court Construction. More than 1,500 players compete annually in The Ojai Tennis Tournament, which uses 112 tennis courts in the Ojai Valley, Ventura, Oxnard and Port Hueneme. Our club is the perfect place to meet friends, exercise in our spacious facility, swim in one of our heated pools, play tennis or take one of our many classes. Northern California won. Many consider this the first Ojai. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Tennis courts at El Segundo Parks & Recreation Tennis Center in Los Angeles, CA on an interactive map of all places to play tennis, tournaments, and coaches/teaching pros. He is the founder of DIMITAR Tennis Academy and previously worked as the head coach for the Weil Tennis Academy. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. 1924 A cattle disease call hoof and mouth disease cancels the tournament since no travel was permitted. OJAI VALLEY ATHLETIC CLUB AND WEIL TENNIS ACADEMY: Men's and Women's Open Singles Qualifying Rounds WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26 LIBBEY PARK: One Pac-12 Men's Team Dual Match (Noon) WEIL TENNIS ACADEMY: Three Pac-12 Women's Team Dual Matches (9:00am, Noon, and 3:00pm) THURSDAY, APRIL 27 LIBBEY PARK: 1 USC d. No. Fees Memberships are based on a one-time initiation fee, plus monthly dues. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Fax: 805-646-6748 The fees vary based on the type of membership. Holly Roberts Add rating. All Rights Reserved. California. As the tournament grew, its reputation spread, drawing players from all over the West. Here are some more tournament facts and important historical dates: Tournament Facts 500 local volunteers conduct the tournament (no paid staff or organizer) Depending on the venue, play generally starts at 8 or 9 a.m. and continues throughout the day. Tickets are available online at www.TheOjai.net . . 1 Stanford d. No. Tel: 805-646-7241 Tennis; Shops; About Ojai; Gallery; Offers. $33.00 per player for MW (Op)d,SE. 1899 The first single-elimination year of the tournament and the first Southern California Interscholastic Championships. The history of The Ojai really dates back to 1887 when Sherman Day Thacher came to Ojai to become a farmerand grow citrus. Today the Ojai Valley Tennis Club is still running The Ojai but has broadened its mission to promoting interest in physical fitness, as well as tennis, and providing recreational facilities for young people throughout the area. As part of his involvement with the town, then called Nordhoff, Sherman Thacher assisted in founding the Ojai Athletic Club in 1894, and the next year, William Thacher decided to form a club devoted to tennis, and so the Ojai Valley Tennis Club was born. Ojai Valley Inn is the ideal Southern California tennis resort for anyone who wants to improve their game or just have fun. It's accessible via air or ground transportation, despite its seclusion in Southern California. In 1892, the first tennis court in the Valley was built on Thacher school grounds. *Proper court shoes are required. RATES & INFORMATION GROUP TENNIS OJAI TENNIS HISTORY COURTS & FACILITIES Play at our modern, multi-court Tennis Center in California, featuring four lighted courts. In 1899, the tournament adopted the single elimination singles and doubles matches to the growing tournament. . (see brackets of events below) BRACKETS: MEN'S | WOMEN'S Open Division Prize Money Has Increased to $25,000. The swim will be supervised by camp staff as well as certified lifeguards. The Ojai Tennis Tournament is a wonderful and uniquetradition dating back to the first event in 1896. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. We were so proud to win titles there and still have great memories of The Ojai., (1) JiHyuk Im (Irvine, CA) d. (2) Takuto Goh (Culver City, CA), 5-7, 6-3, 6-4, (2) Lorenzo Brunkow (Topanga, CA) d. (1) Mario Garcia (San Diego, CA), 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (3), College of the Desert Crowned Ojai CCCAA Mens State Champs, American River College Wins CCCAA Womens Title at The Ojai. Events include: Open Qualifier Open Juniors Collegiate (DIII, Community College, and Independent Schools) Pac-12 Championships (Team Format) Please see the tournament website at www.theojai.net for more information. All adult memberships are available for singles, couples or families. OVAC is proud to offer eight weeks of summer tennis camps for our juniors this summer. The next issue of The Ojai newspaper reported: It was decided to form a tennis club open to all residents and visitors in the valley making the initiation fee twenty-five cents and dues twenty-five cents every three monthsA handicap tournament for members, a challenge tournament with the Ventura Club, and a Tennis Tea were discussed as events for the coming winter.. For information regarding youth tennis programs of the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, Click here, Copyright 2022 The Ojai Tennis Tournament. It is supported by the entire enthusiastic community and several large and many smaller sponsors. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7dfb44f468c0f296 Space is limited so sign up early! FINALS RESULTS FROM THE 121ST OJAI TENNIS TOURNAMENT, Pac-12 Mens Team Championship:No. Schedule is subject to change without notice. "The Ojai" tennis tournament is the oldest continuous running tennis tournament in the USA. The tournament lasted three days, offered expanded categories, and had entry fees of $.50. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Kids ages 4-15 years old will learn the game of tennis through games and fun. | Designed by E Interactive Design, College of the Desert Crowned Ojai CCCAA Mens State Champs, American River College Wins CCCAA Womens Title at The Ojai, An Evening With Grand Slam Champions Announced, American Men Pull Off Upsets In Australia. It's accessible via air or ground transportation, despite its seclusion in Southern California. The world-class Ojai Country Club was one of the first great golf courses in Southern California. The tournament is always held during the last full week in April of each year. 1896 William Thacher organizes a series of team matches with the neighboring communities of Ventura and Santa Barbara. $70 per hour member/$80 non-member$53 per 45-minute session member/$63 non-member$40 per 30-minute session/ $45 non-memberContact Steve at 805-746-0819 to scheduleFor more information about tennis or pickleball please contact Tennis Director Steve Beckendorf at 805-746-0819 or [emailprotected]. 1965 Billie Jean Moffitt wins womens singles title. Sign Up; Seasonal; Golf; Spa; Farmhouse. It is supported by the entire enthusiastic community and several large and many smaller sponsors. Santa Clarita Valley C.T.A. Court time for guests is very limited during those days. In 1942, with World War II in full fury, the tournament was cancelled, not to return until 1947. The Ojai tournament is a celebration of the sport and is held each year in April dating back to 1893. On a Saturday afternoon, December 14, 1895, William Thacher called a meeting for all ladies and gentlemen interested in tennis. Space is limited so sign up early!Ages 5-16$175 Members/ $215 Non-members. Tax ID: 23-7134523, P.O. Schedule 2022 Ojai Valley Tennis Tournament Event Schedule TO COME (Subject to Change) Depending on the venue, play generally starts at 8 or 9 a.m. and continues throughout the day. As a young tennis player, Dimitar ranked among the Top 4 Juniors in Bulgaria. Ventura County Junior Tennis Association: Greater Whittier Tennis Club: La Mirada Tennis Club: Cypress Tennis Club: suggest a local link. Please contact Steve Beckendorf at [emailprotected] or text at 805-746-0819. El . Tournament Facts More than 1,500 players compete annually in The Ojai Tennis Tournament, which uses 112 tennis courts in the Ojai Valley, Ventura, Oxnard and Port Hueneme. Intermediate/Advanced Ages 13+ Cost: $18 members/$21 non-membersMonday and Wednesdays 4-5:30pm. Box 482,Ojai, CA 93024 Phone: 805-646-7241 Support the Ojai Tennis Tournament, OVTC Youth Tennis Activities Support The Ojai. Depending on the venue, play generally starts at 8am or 9am and continues throughout the day. All Rights Reserved. Each session is Monday-Thursday 9:00am - 12:00, Tennis 9am-11:00am & Swim 11:00am-12:00pm). 22300 Canyon Crest Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. Or look at the report entitled 'First Match Times.'. So. Don't miss out, sign up in the lobby today.Steve offers a fun-filled instructional camp for juniors in the summer months. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Wall of Famers Rosie Casals, Rick Leach, Billy Martin, Peggy Michel and, VENTURA The College of the Desert (Palm Desert) mens tennis team blanked American River College (Sacramento), 5-0, at Ventura College to win its 17th, VENTURA The Orange Coast College (Costa Mesa) womens tennis team fell one match shy of carrying out a perfect season culminating with a state, The Ojai really fired us up to play tennis and to be good enough to play there someday. Sherman Thacher followed after graduating from Yale. These camps are great for beginners, as well as experienced junior players. Box 482,Ojai, CA 93024 Phone: 805-646-7241 Support the Ojai Tennis Tournament, OVTC Youth Tennis Activities Support The Ojai. 1904 The serving of complimentary afternoon tea to both players and spectators. Bring them to the club! The Ojai Valley Tennis Club is also having an evening fundraiser honoring Ojai Wall of Famers, Tracy Austin, Billy Martin, Rosie Casals, Pam Teeguarden, Rick Leach and Peggy Michel on Friday, April 28, at the Ojai Valley Museum. 3 Utah, 4-2, Pac-12 Womens Team Championship:No. Our caring staff welcomes couples, families, singles and seniors alike to our club. "The Ojai" has a very important secondary goal which is to stimulate tennis among the Ojai Valley youth, and to this effect it organizes and sponsors many youth tennis activities. 1900 Ruby Garland crowned the first ladies champion. 1895 The Ojai Valley Tennis Club is formed. Here are some more tournament facts and important historical dates: P.O. Come by every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning for senior doubles. Play starts at 7am on courts 1 & 2. We know the higher end of the estimate . Once re-established, the tournament re-staked its claim to the last full weekend in April, offering its competition on the town's public courts and whatever other courts could be secured in the Valley and northern Ventura County. Players traveling to the Valley stayed with local residents, which tradition continues today. Lake Elsinore Valley Soccer Club--- Lake Forest . OVAC hosts several Ladies Interclub Teams from As to Cs. No Comments. Start your weekend off right. Tuesday, April 19 Ojai Valley Athletic Club and Weil Tennis Academy: Men's and Women's Open Singles Qualifying Rounds HIGH SCHOOL MINI PROJECTS: HIGH SCHOOL MINI. After building his stone house on 160 acres of land in the East End of the valley, he soon learned that he would require some financial assistance to survive, and so he began tutoring students on the ranch, then called Casa de Piedra. Ojai Valley Tennis Club. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7dfb4501fe9a0bad APRIL 26 -30 2023 121STTENN S TOURNAMENT SINC E 1896 Once again this year, fans will flock to Ojai's storied Libbey Park for the five-day tournament. The "Wall of Fame" at the grandstand in Libbey Park names over 85 players who competed at Ojai, and won one or more of the major championships which make up the tennis "Grand Slam.". Your IP: The city of Ojai and Santa Rosa residents Herb and Jane Dwight, who pledged to donate under the auspices of the Ojai Valley Tennis Club, are adding about $70,000 each. Events; Culinary Ambassador; . The club quickly began to sponsor competition, and in 1896, the Ojai Valley Tennis Club absorbed the Athletic Club with William Thacher as President.