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5 Lighted Championship Hard Courts • Designated Pickleball

The Sweet Spot for Tennis & Pickleball

Welcome to the Antelope Valley's premier racquet sports destination. Led by legendary Director Captain Kirk Shoemaker, AVCC blends competitive tournament play, weekly social drop-ins, and after-school junior development in a relaxed, family-friendly club atmosphere.

Aerial drone view of Antelope Valley Country Club tennis and pickleball courts
Lighted Championship Hard Courts
Overhead view of our tournament hard courts, shaded viewing arbor, and LED night lighting.
Aerial view of Antelope Valley Country Club pool and racquet complex
Resort Pool & Sports Complex
Full member access to the junior Olympic swimming pool, locker rooms, and clubhouse dining.

Racquet Sports Complex Amenities

  • Five Lighted Championship Hard Courts: Freshly surfaced, true-bounce tournament courts with LED night lighting.
  • Designated Pickleball Courts: Dedicated pickleball zones with official tournament nets and non-glare court lines.
  • Complimentary Playmate Ball Machine: Free for member training and solo practice drills.
  • Tennis Backboard Hitting Zone: Ideal for rapid-fire rally warm-ups and rhythm conditioning.
  • Pool & Fitness Privileges: Full access to the club swimming pool, fitness center, and clubhouse dining.
Weekly Social Event

Join "The Big Dill" Weekly Pickleball Drop-In

Looking for fun, friendly matches and great company? Every Sunday at 9:00 AM and Wednesday at 5:00 PM, members and guests gather at Court 3 for round-robin pickleball play!

Sundays: 9:00 AM
All Skill Levels Welcome
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM
Twilight Evening Play
Member Guests: $10.00
Members Play Free

Meet Director of Tennis: Captain Kirk Shoemaker

Captain Kirk has been coaching, teaching, and promoting tennis for 43 years. After 26 years as Director of Tennis & Head Pro at the Northridge Tennis Club, Kirk joined Antelope Valley Country Club in 2002 and became Director of Tennis in 2015.

An Iowa native, Kirk was a ranked junior and state high school champion before competing as the #1 collegiate player at Iowa State, Pierce College, and Cal State Northridge (CSUN). As a professional, Kirk competed on the Pacific Northwest Tour and the famed Hollywood Pro/Celebrity circuits.

"I teach classic fundamentals, technical excellence, and a player's game just like the pros play. We focus on consistent strokes, timely footwork, and old-fashioned fun on the court."
Private Instruction Rates
$70/hr Members • $80/hr Non-Members

After-School Junior Tennis Clinics

Ages 11 & Up

Wednesdays: 4:00 – 5:30 PM

Advanced technical clinic focusing on match planning, point construction, refining spin strokes, sportsmanship, and physical/mental fitness.

Ages 10 & Under

Thursdays: 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Developing core fundamentals: proper racquet grip, footwork agility, hand-eye coordination, and fun interactive court games.