Building complete competitors through a proven long-term development model. From Tier 1 Core to the Full-Time Academy, every player follows a structured pathway to reach their highest potential on and off the court.
Start in Tier 1 Core. Grab a Class Registration Pass, then book any Core class in Court Reserve. Not sure which level? Book a free evaluation and a coach will place your player.
Tier 1 players train inside a development culture shaped by elite tournament environments, national pathways, and coaches who know what the next level demands.
Tier 1 Tennis follows the USTA American Development Model, providing age-appropriate training that prioritizes long-term player development over short-term results. Our coaching staff builds individualized development plans that integrate technical, tactical, physical, and mental training into every stage of the pathway.
Players don't just hit balls — they follow a structured progression model. From red ball introduction through national junior competition, each level has clear benchmarks, competitive expectations, and development goals. Players advance when they're ready, not when a calendar says so.
Real match moments, speed points, and tournament reps from Tier 1 players.
Experience unparalleled training conditions on our 8 indoor courts and 1 outdoor court, available for year-round development. With professional tournament-grade surfaces and exceptional lighting, our facility provides the consistent playing environment serious players need to develop precision and technique.
The Full-Time Academy House serves as a comprehensive support hub where tennis players can recover, relax, and maintain academic progress between training sessions. Study spaces, lounge areas, and recovery support keep the day connected and productive.
Our comprehensive fitness facility offers players everything they need for complete physical conditioning and recovery. The space supports tennis-specific strength, endurance, mobility, and day-to-day recovery so players can train with consistency across the full year.
Our academy is situated in a prime Woodinville location, accessible to Eastside families and surrounded by the Pacific Northwest training culture that makes year-round development possible. It gives serious players one connected base for courts, fitness, and academy support.
Tier 1 runs four program families: Core, Development, Academy and Full-Time. Placement in every group is a coaching decision based on evaluation, commitment and competitive readiness, and it moves with the player, in either direction, as they develop.
Ages, ball colors and UTR levels are guides, not cutoffs. They describe who is typically in a group, not who qualifies for it. A player can sit outside a listed range and still be in exactly the right group. If you're unsure where your child fits, that's what the evaluation is for.
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Tier 1 Core
Foundations
Junior Academy Prep
Junior Academy
After-School
Full-Time
There are many ways to run a session. Building a player requires structure.
At Tier 1, development follows defined standards. Progression is earned, not assumed.
Repetition shapes technique. Technique shapes results. Early foundations save time.
Technique compounds. So do mistakes.
Clarity. Consistency. Progression.
For more information about Tier 1 Tennis, email Tier1@woodinvillesportsclub.com.
Minimum 1 day per week · No application or evaluation · No tournament requirement
Beginner Classes
Core is where players start, including players who have never picked up a racket. Players progress through the ball colors at their own pace, and Jump Start is a smaller group for closer attention early on.
From Core, there are three paths, and all three are real choices: move into the Development track when a coach sees the interest and the level; add private lessons alongside Core classes; or stay in Core and play for the fun of it, for as long as they like.
Tournaments aren't required in Core, but any player who wants to compete should tell a coach. We'll help find the right first event.
Core was previously called RPM.
Core needs no application: register through the club.
Coach approval required · Minimum 2 days per week
Tournament play is encouraged and supported in Development, not required.
Coach approval required
Regular tournament competition is required in both Academy groups, planned with the coaching team.
Competition and tournament travel are built into both Full-Time programs.
Core needs no application: register through the club. Development, Academy and Full-Time are admissions-based. Apply, and a coach will run an evaluation, which is a coaching session, not an audition.
ApplyAdditional tennis photos across daily sessions, academy culture, and on-court development.
Tier 1 Performance Full-Time Academy is built for players pursuing collegiate and professional tennis. At the Woodinville campus, players have a dedicated academy house where they can spend the day, complete homework, lounge, and recover between training blocks.
Tier 1 is built for student-athletes who are serious about development in training and in the classroom. We work with several flexible academic partners, including private and tuition-free online options, so families can choose a school model that supports high-level training, competition travel, and long-term academic success.
Need help choosing the right academic path? Our team can help families identify the best school option based on training volume, travel, and long-term goals.
FTA photos covering training blocks, education support, and daily academy life.
Tier 1 Full-Time Academy is a place were kids who are serious about chasing their professional and division 1 aspirations train. In todays climate if you are not "all in" your are all out.
Our Professional Team of coaches has been professionally recruited from all over the world to not only maintain and carry on the standards and systems of Tier 1, but also to bring their own expertise to the area.
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With PNW's court availability. The Full-Time academy gives you and your child a unique ability to train and follow your kids passion, without comprising schooling and your way of life.
| Tier | Pricing | Drop-in | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Academy | $29,500.00 (includes 2 semesters) | N/A | Full-time tennis training and academic programs |
| Weekly | $900.00 per week | Tennis and fitness included | Intensive tennis training and conditioning |
| Full-Time Drop-in — Full Day | $200.00 per day | Tennis only | Full-day tennis training |
| Full-Time Drop-in — Half Day | $120.00 per day | Tennis only | Half-day tennis training |
Full-Time Academy tuition is based on semesters. Each semester is 5 months long. *All prices subject to sales tax
Additional academy house, support space, and training environment photos connected to full-time academy life.
Tier 1 Performance is based in Woodinville, Washington and serves Eastside families from Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Bothell, and nearby communities through academy pathways, tennis classes, intro programs, private lessons, and golf training.
Not every player starts with full-time academy training. Tier 1 also supports Woodinville-area families through junior tennis classes, Tier 1 Core for new players, and private lessons that connect directly into our long-term pathway.
Year-round class pathways for developing players who want structured coaching, strong fundamentals, and a clear next step.
ExploreOur five-level introduction pathway for beginners who need the right first class, age group, and long-term progression plan.
ExploreOne-on-one coaching for technical improvement, match preparation, and individualized development within the Tier 1 system.
ExploreFor high school players, Tier 1 partners with American College Placement (ACP) to guide families through college recruiting. Tier 1 coaches contribute an honest assessment of each player's level and build the training and tournament plan that supports their goals. ACP runs the recruiting process.
Tier 1 coaches give each family a straight read on the player's level and what comes next.
The coaching team builds the training and competition schedule that supports the player's college goals.
American College Placement works with students in grades 9–12 on opportunities, recruiting calls and visits, and financial aid. Contact matt@americancollegeplacement.com.
