Founded in 1974

Asheville Racquet Club

Founded in 1974, ARC South was the first major club in WNC to be devoted primarily to tennis. During the four decades since its inception, the Club has played a major role in the sport of tennis in the community. We would like to invite you to come in for a tour and experience the Club for yourself.

Two splendid Asheville locations catering to families of all ages.
Meticulously crafted facility offering a wide array of activities.
Knowledgeable staff dedicated to personalized fitness experiences.

ARC South stands as a trailblazing institution, marking the genesis of tennis devotion in Western North Carolina. Over four decades, we have embraced a pivotal role in shaping the local tennis community. We extend a warm invitation for you to step inside, take a guided tour, and immerse yourself in the unparalleled experience that our club has to offer. Come, be a part of our tennis legacy.

Discover the Beauty of Dual Locations

At Asheville Racquet Club, we've made staying active with your family a breeze. With two splendid locations in Asheville, we're a haven for families, offering services that cater to all age groups. Our facilities are expertly designed to provide a comprehensive range of activities suitable for all ages, including tennis, pickleball, racquetball, fitness, golf, and swimming. Our dedicated staff is committed to tailoring your fitness journey to your individual aspirations, ensuring a personalized and perfect experience. ARC is more than just a club; it's your second home, where cherished family memories are made, and lifelong friendships flourish. Unwind, connect with old friends, forge new bonds, and embark on your path to peak physical fitness. Make the choice to embrace a lifetime of family fun at our two enchanting locations.

ARC Downtown Location

(828)253-5874 Located on 125 rolling acres and just minutes from downtown Asheville.

ARC South Location

Conveniently located in the heart of South Asheville and the largest tennis facility in the surrounding area.

ARC KIDS

Childcare

We provide safe, clean, and friendly childcare services with over 40 years of combined staff experience. Our goal is to keep children active for a healthy lifestyle, offering activities like board games, arts and crafts, storytime, and occasional G-rated movies. Our childcare room is cleaned twice daily for everyone's health. We welcome children aged 6 weeks to 13 years, requiring a family membership for access. Our staff is background-checked and CPR, AED, and infant CPR certified.

AM Hours
PM Hours
Monday
8:00am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Thursday
8:00am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday
8:00am – 12:30pm
Closed
Saturday
8:30am – 12:30pm
Closed
 
AM Hours
PM Hours
Monday
8:15am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Tuesday
8:15am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday
8:15am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Thursday
8:15am – 12:30pm
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday
8:15am – 12:30pm
Closed
Saturday
8:15am – 12:30pm
Closed

Youth Rules

6 Weeks —13 years of age
For your convenience, our childcare facility keeps children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old.
13 years of age to 15
May use the outdoor pool, soccer field, tennis courts, and racquetball courts unsupervised as long as they are obeying the club rules and according to membership terms. For children 13 to 15, they must first be certified by an ARC personal trainer and must be within 5 feet of a parent/supervisor (16+) at all times. Must be 18 to swim in the indoor pool without supervision.
16 years of age to 18
This age group may use all facilities, except the indoor pool, unsupervised according to their membership terms. Must be 16 to take a Group Fitness Class and use the fitness floor unsupervised as long as they are obeying the club rules and abiding by membership terms.
18 years of age and up
May swim in the indoor pool without supervision as long as they are obeying the club rules and abiding by membership terms.
Silver Membership

Fitness Center
Group Fitness Classes
Childcare- Family membership only
Social Events

Membership

Gold Membership

Pickleball
Fitness Center
Group Fitness Classes
Childcare- Family membership only
Indoor salt-water pool and two outdoor pools
Social Events
Platinum Membership

All Inclusive Tennis Access
*Additional Clinics & Court Fees Apply
Pickleball
Fitness Center
Group Fitness Classes
Childcare- Family membership only
Indoor salt-water pool and two outdoor Pools
Social Events
Reduced Golf Rates
Pickleball Membership

Pickleball
Childcare- Family membership only
Social Events

How to Login

Initital Login: To access the member portal for the first time, begin by opening https://arc.clubautomation.com. Be sure to not include www. when opening the member portal.

Once on the site, locate the “Access My Account” button listed under “First time here?”.

In the “Register Now” window, enter your first name, last name, and email address. After entering your information, select “Search” in the bottom right corner.

Once your account has been identified, you will receive a “We found your account.” prompt. A verification email will then be sent to your email address with the final login instructions. Please open your email to access these instructions.

 

The email you receive includes a verification link that must be opened to complete the setup of process. Once the link is selected, you will be directed to an information page where you will enter/verify your personal information.

Finally, complete all required fields on the information page, agree to the standard liability waiver, and select “Save Account”. You will then be directed to the member portal home page!

ARC MEMBER LOGIN (Click here)

Meet our Team

We have 11 tennis pros, available for 30-minute or 1-hour private lessons at ARC. The cost of lessons varies among professionals.

Mindy Mettee

Senior General Manager ARC
General Manager ARC South
Director of Tennis

College: University of Wisconsin
Teaching since 2000
ARC Team member since 1997

Dan Giammalvo

General Manager Of Downtown
Director of Tennis

College: Fitchburg State College
Teaching for over 20 years
ARC Team member since 2021

Lawson Duncan

Teaching Professional

Former top 40 Ranked ATP Player
Formerly Ranked top 10 in the United States
ARC Team member since 2006

RACHEL HOGAN

Teaching Professional

College: Auburn Montgomery
Teaching for over 12 years.
ARC Team member since 2014

Jeff Duncan

Teaching Professional

College Head Coach—Division 1
Teaching for over 20 years
ARC Team member since 2009

GET TO KNOW OUR PICKLEBALL PROFESSIONALS

MICHAEL KINNEAR

Director of Pickleball

Michael is the Director of Pickleball for ARC and a Pickleball Pro Instructor.

Michael loves helping students exceed their own expectations of their abilities.

He is committed to welcoming newcomers to the sport, growing our amazing community, and helping everyone improve their skills to reach their full potential.

He hopes to inspire in his students his passion for learning, improving, and competing.

Michael teaches pickleball to all ages and at any level.

CENYU YANG

Coordinator and a Pickleball Pro Instructor

Cenyu is the Pickleball Coordinator and a Pickleball Pro Instructor at ARC South.

She graduated from Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education and a minor in Special Education.

Cenyu loves playing pickleball, working with kids and adults by helping them to be active learners who strive to enjoy, value, and lead a healthier and physically active lifestyle through pickleball.

Cenyu believes that by teaching pickleball to others, she is not only teaching the players just the technicals and tactics/strategies of pickleball but also teaching life skills such as respect, perseverance, teamwork, integrity, decision-making, and much more.

Cenyu teaches pickleball to all ages and at any level.

TANNER WILHOIT

Teaching Professional

Tanner played both basketball & tennis for Montreat College, and now competes in pickleball tournaments across the East coast where he has medaled in multiple 5.0 singles, mixed, and men’s doubles events.

He loves to teach all levels from juniors and beginners all the way to advanced competitors.

He is currently the #4 rated doubles player in NC and the #2 rated singles player in NC.

He is currently sponsored by TMPR Sports, OS1st, Kitch Pickleball Apparel, and Core Pickleball.