2026 and 2027 Pickleball and Tennis trips:
Join fellow tennis and pickleball enthusiasts for fun getaways! I will be returning to these two beautiful resorts which have offered us a wonderful program on and off the courts! Non-racket enthusiasts also invited! Both resorts offer great amenities.
CLUB MED-PUNTA CANA: Late fall 2026 and over the 2027 winter months, I will be working for various weeks as the ‘Resort Pickleball Pro’ at Club Med – Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. I have been doing this for several years and this is an exceptional and recently rennovated resort that I am hoping that many of my fellow pickleball and tennis enthusiasts will join in during any of the weeks that I have reserved to be at this resort. This is one of the top all-inclusive resorts that can offer an amazing trip for all interests, racket and non-racket enthusiasts. Pickleball and tennis enthusiasts are invited plus friends and families who will enjoy the many amenities this resort offers with endless activities offered for everyone. Travelling to Punta Cana is convenient with several non-stop flights from BWI and Dulles and less than 10 minute drive to resort. Everything is covered in your cost except travel, spa and golf expenses. Visit the Club Med website www.clubmed.us to view this resort.
I have already reserved and paid my room for the following weeks arriving and departing on Saturdays:
2026: November 28-December 5th 2027: January 2nd - 9th, February 6th – February 13th, February 27th – March 6th
You can stay for any number of nights. 7 nights is more of a discount rate. For rates, reservation, contact Kelly Vorhauer at Kelly.vorhauer@fitbodiesinc.com. Mention you will be part of my group and if we get a minimum number, we may be able to get a group discount. The rates will increase and room availability will get tight as we approach their high season beginning in the fall.
“Rates are in USD and include all-inclusive “family superior” rooms accommodation. Includes buffet meals and full open bar, various land and water sports, (snorkelling, sailing, bocce ball, volleyball) trapeze, fitness center and exercise classes, morning group racket classes with resort guests, use of 12 tennis courts and 8 pickleball courts, ongoing daytime activities and evening entertainment. Non-refundable $60.00 annual Club Med membership is included”. Cancellation policy: If you wish to cancel or revise a booking, the following charges plus the non-refundable membership fee. Days prior to Departure Charge: 61 days or more: No cancellation charge
60 to 31 days: 25% 30 to 15 days: 50% 14 days or less: 100%
As the resort pickleball pro for these weeks, I will teach the 9am Intermediate group lesson and 5pm beginner group lesson. Around these clinic hours, it is open play on their 8 courts and I will aim to have our group first access to open courts. Plus, all are invited to join in on these group lesson as well. Wednesday afternoon there is a weekly tournament.
For the tennis players, morning group lessons are conducted by their resort pros on their 12 courts plus daily 4pm round robins and tournaments. Plus, courts are available to play on your own.
Private and small group clinics can be arranged directly with Betsy for pickleball and with the resort tennis pros at an additional cost.
Time is now to plan for a great winter get-away! This is a wonderful resort and will be a fantastic trip! Hope you can come, recruit your friends and reserve your spot soon!
NOVEMBER 11 - 14TH 2026: WILD DUNES RESORT IN ISLE OF PALM, CHARLESON, SC.: few spots remaining for pickleball
WILD DUNES. A BEAUTIFUL RESORT JUST OUTSIDE OF CHARLESTON THAT HAS OFFERED US A TOP QUALITY TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL PROGRAM. 2026 will be our third visit to Wild Dunes..always a success!.
Wild Dunes Resort has 12 clay courts and 8 pickleball courts and received recognition as amongst the top global ranking for their pickleball and tennis program and facility. Their teaching staff are certified and very experienced teaching professionals.
Daily Racket Program: Three mornings 9:00-11:00am clinics. Small student:pro ratio.
Pickleball: Drills focus on technique, strategy, critiqued play. Level 3.0 and higher. Maximum number for each program accepted. Tennis: “Peak Grand Slam Clinic”. Resort pros conduct class with fellow resort guests will involve live ball drills, energy paced class and doubles strategy. Level 2.5-4.0. Minimum number or 4 players needed.
Afternoon Pickleball and Tennis: Open Play.
ACCOMODATIONS AND COST: Includes Tennis/Pickleball Program and accommodation. Travel, meals and drink expenses are not included.
A. Boardwalk Inn: Single room with King Bed: $1290.00 Double with two Queen Beds: Cost: $890.00/person
B. The Residence at Seagrass. Two-bedroom suites. One bedroom with a king-size bed, second room with two double beds, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, living room area, washer and dryer, balcony.
Cost: $880.00/person. Rooms are located at the center of all resort activities. Short walk to all courts, spa, pools, restaurants, shopping, beach. Resort shuttle available to nearby restaurants outside of resort.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, fully refunded ONLY someone is found to take your spot in the same accommodations originally reserved. These discount rates are based on advanced and group booking.
PAYMENT: Rates and availability are guaranteed only with deposit of $400.00. Presently, these rates are the same as in 2025. Cost may increase and trip may reach capacity. Payment Zelle to betsyracket@verizon.net or mail to 3521 Hamlet Place Chevy Chase, MD, 20815.
