Tennis and Pickleball
Tennis in the Red Rocks
Enjoy playing on one of three outdoor courts. Our talented pros are United States Tennis Association (USTA) certified and offer instruction from beginning to advanced levels for adults and children.
Access to the tennis courts and use of racquets is included in the resort fee.
For more information on tennis clinics, private lessons contact the Tennis Office at 928.204.6027 or email tennis@enchantmentresort.com.
Pickleball
Enjoy a family-friendly game of pickleball during your stay. Two pickleball courts are available to guests on a first-come first-served basis. Enchantment Resort also offers pickleball camps, private lessons, and private clinics. Our talented certified professionals offer instruction from beginning to advanced levels for adults and children over five years of age. Access to the pickleball courts and use of paddles is included in the resort fee.
Intro to Pickleball
Wednesdays, 8:45 – 9:45 am
Maximum of 8 participants per class. Ages 16+
This class is designed for players interested in learning the basic skills and rules of the game. Please reserve 24 hours in advance.
Cardio Tennis
Saturdays, 8:45 – 9:45 am
Maximum of 6 participants per class. Ages 16+
This class offers a variety of cardio drills for intermediate to advanced players. Please reserve 24 hours in advance.
Nelson Banes
Nelson is a former NCAA All-American and ATP Professional. Recognized as one the country’s most prominent coaches, Nelson has coached on both the ATP and WTA tours. In addition to on court success, Nelson is an award-winning producer and director for his tennis documentary “Inside Tennis” for the Tennis Channel.
Chet Blanton
Chet brings over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience to the court. His teaching philosophy incorporates a “Fun First” approach to the game and that each tennis player learns in different ways. Chet played college tennis at Bakersfield College where he was a two-time MVP. When Chet is not on the court you will find him competing in Ultra Marathons with over 95 to his credit. In addition, he has competed in 107 Ironman’s around the world.
Grace Hakopian
Grace has been an enthusiastic and intensely focused student of the game for more than 15 years. She is currently the #1 ranked player in Arizona. In addition, Grace uses her competitive experience and overall knowledge of the game to bring out the best in players of all ages and levels. Her teaching philosophy embodies aggressive consistency, smart variety, finding your flow and most especially, the importance of centering on your own personal best. Grace is also a published writer, a fierce fitness buff, and a creative vegan chef.