Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Debuts The Racquet Club

Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort unveils its brand new Racquet Club, ushering a new era of elevated tennis along the Gulf coast. Notably, the resort stands as the only beachfront property in Old Naples to offer racquet sports and delivers a mix of programming and personalized instruction overseen by Director of Racquets Matthew Bacon.

Nestled within lush, vibrant greenery, the Club features six Har-Tru clay courts framed by cascading ivy walls and gently swaying palm trees. Each pair of courts is separated by a shaded rest area covered in trailing bougainvillea, adding splashes of magenta and coral that create an unmistakable sense of place.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by a charming, coastal-inspired clubhouse and comfort centre, complete with inviting spaces to freshen up, enjoy beverages and snacks, or browse the pro shop, which features the latest racquets, apparel, and accessories. Thoughtfully designed and rich with natural beauty, the Racquet Club offers a refreshing blend of relaxation, sport, and coastal charm.

Guiding the launch and vision of the new Club is Director of Racquests Matthew Bacon. With more than 25 years of experience across premier private clubs and large-scale racquet facilities, Bacon brings a distinguished background in coaching, leadership and program development. Most recently, he served as general manager of a multi-court indoor pickleball facility, overseeing operations from pre-opening through stabilization. He has previously held director of racquets roles at top-tier clubs in Florida and North Carolina and holds numerous professional credentials, including RSPA Elite Professional status, Certified Racquet Sports Executive (CRSE) designation and USTA High Performance Coaching certification.

“Matt’s depth of experience and passion for player development make him a natural fit for Naples Beach Club,” says Diego Angarita, General Manager of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. “As we continue to elevate the guest experience across the resort, tennis plays an important role in our lifestyle offering. Under Matt’s leadership, we are excited to introduce dynamic programming for seasoned players and leisure players alike.”

The resort’s year-round tennis offerings are designed to appeal to players of all levels, blending instruction, fitness and social play. Adult Tennis Programming highlights Include:

• Drill and Play Adult Clinics (Daily): Designed for intermediate players, these sessions combine guided warm-ups, skill-building drills and structured point play in a social, relaxed environment.
• Cardio Tennis (Wednesdays and Saturdays): A high-energy, music-driven workout on the court that blends continuous ball hitting with movement-based fitness.
• Advanced Clinics (Tuesdays and Sundays): Tailored for advanced players, focusing on higher-tempo drills, tactical decision-making and competitive situational play.
• Private and Semi-Private Instruction: Customized lessons for adults and juniors, available in private, semi-private and small-group formats.

In addition to weekly clinics, the resort will host seasonal events, specialty clinics and bespoke tennis experiences designed to foster community and elevate on-court play.

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