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Racquet Sports at the YMCA
Tennis, pickleball, and racquetball programs for all ages, join a clinic, take a lesson, play in a league, or reserve a court today.
Serve, rally, and play your way to better health at the Y. Our racquet sports programs include tennis, pickleball, and racquetball for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re learning the basics, joining a league, or reserving a court for open play, you’ll find expert instruction, welcoming community, and affordable access right here in Berks County.
Adult Tennis at the Y
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or looking to sharpen your competitive edge, our adult tennis programs have something for every level. Join clinics, private lessons, or competitive leagues led by certified pros at Sinking Spring YMCA.
Youth Tennis Programs
From beginners learning the basics to advanced players preparing for competition, our youth tennis pathway builds confidence, skills, and love for the game. Clinics and private lessons are offered for ages 5–18 at Sinking Spring YMCA.
Pickleball at the YMCA
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Berks County, and the Y is the place to play. We offer clinics, leagues, and designated open play hours.
Pickleball Programs at Sinking Spring YMCA
Pickleball Clinics– Perfect for beginners learning the rules, scoring, and basic strokes, or for players ready to advance their strategy, positioning, and shot variety. Our certified racquet sports staff make every session fast-paced, fun, and welcoming.
Pickleball League– Take your game to the next level with organized match play. Seasonal leagues offer friendly competition, skill-based placement, and plenty of chances to meet new partners.
Pickleball Open Play at the YMCA
Drop in for casual play during set hours at your branch. Sign up in advance to secure your spot and enjoy the social side of pickleball.
Sinking Spring– reserve your play time through the Open Play app.
Tri Valley– reserve your play time on Wednesdays 6-9 PM and Sunday 10:30 AM – noon trough the Team Reach app. Group name: Tri Valley YMCA | Join Code: YMCA607
To reserve Open Play times at all other branches, contact the branch’s Welcome Center.
Tennis Contracts
Tennis Contracts allow the contract holder and up to 12 guests to reserve space for open play on a consistent, weekly basis throughout the year from September 2024 to May 2025.
Court Rental
Private Rentals
Available court rentals are dependent on our schedule: $25 for 1 hour of play, $40 for 2 hours – Each non-member player will pay a $10 entry fee.
To book a private rental for you and your friends, or to inquire about additional openings, please fill out the form.
Racquet Sports Staff
Ryan Knarr
Director of Racquet Sports
USPTA | PTR | Etcheberry Certified | USTA Middle States President 25-26
Ryan Knarr is the Director of Racquet Sports at the Sinking Spring YMCA. A native of Robesonia, he has grown up at the Sinking Spring facility as a player, and now as the Director of Racquet Sports professionally for the last nine years. Knarr is certified to teach both tennis and pickleball. In 2017, he was named USPTA National U-30 Professional of the Year. Administratively, he is the President of the USTA Middle States Board, USTA National High School Tennis Committee, USPTA Middle States Board of Directors, and is President of the Berks County Tennis Association. As the Head Coach of Conrad Weiser, he was named the USPTA National High School Tennis Coach of the Year in 2021, leading the program to five perfect seasons, five division titles, four county championships, two district titles, and a PIAA State Doubles title. He has been named the Berks County High School Coach of the Year five times, USPTA Middle States (PA, Del, NJ, WV) coach of the year, USTA Middle States Coach of the Year in 2018, and USTA Eastern PA District Coach of the Year 2x. As a distinguished player, Knarr holds the rare distinction of having played Division 1, 2 and 3 college tennis. He has been ranked #1 in USTA Middle States a record 15x combined in Doubles and MixedDoubles having won 1 National Doubles title.He made his professional tennis debut in Kramsach, Austriain 2016. As a Tournament Director, he has won the USTA EPD TournamentDirector of the Year Award 4 times, while running the largest tennis event in PA; the 300-player, Conrad Weiser Hits for Hope Tournament each June for a different charitable organization.
Kaushik Das
Head Tennis Professional
USPTA | PTR | Etcheberry Certified
Kaushik Das is the Head TennisProfessional at the Sinking Spring YMCA. A native of India, Das holds his PTR, USPTA, and Etcheberry Speed and Agility certifications. Das coaches many high school and high level junior players at the high-performance level. He works with sectionally ranked juniors to continue to develop their games at at the high school and collegiate levels. He was named the 2021 USTA Eastern PA District Tennis Professional of the Year by USTA. As a player, Das was a top ranked Junior player in India. He went to college at Kutztown University where he won multiple PSAC Championships for the Golden Bears in singles, doubles, and as a team. He is ranked #1 in USTA Middle States Doubles 4 years in a row and was a top 10 ranked singles player as well.
Dr. Keith Rodgers
Assistant Tennis Professional
German Hessen Tennis Federation Certified
Dr. Keith Rodgers is an Assistant Tennis Professional at the Sinking Spring YMCA. A coach with over 50 years of experience, including playing professional tennis in Europe in the 1970s, he has seen the game at the highest levels all over the world. Dr. Rodgers specializes in building the foundation of a player from the ground up utilizing technical mechanical training as well as strategical development. He specializes in player development for players ages 11 to 14 and High School level players. Having trained and been certified at the German Tennis Hessen Tennis Federation, he has a keen understanding for the game of tennis internationally, and how the game evolved. He also specializes in the psychology of a player, developing them as a complete player both mentally and emotionally.
Alexandra Pancu
Junior Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Alexandra Pancu is an Assistant Tennis Professional at the Sinking Spring YMCA. Alex specializes in Junior Player Development, adult tennis, and cardio tennis programs. She is a PTR-certified tennis professional, becoming one of the youngest to ever pass the PTR Certification at 16. Growing up in the Conrad Weiser Tennis Association, Alex is one of the most accomplished high school tennis players in Berks County history. She is a 3x Berks County Champion, 3x Berks County player of the year, District Doubles Champion, and PIAA State Doubles Champion, winning the State doubles title in 2020. Alex is currently the #1 player at Albright College in Reading and has been named the 3x MAC Conference Player of the Year. Alex led Albright to its first-ever MAC championship in the spring of 2024 as one of the most accomplished players in program history. She has a strong work ethic and knows what it takes to get developing junior players to have fun and work hard to accomplish their goals.
Michelle Timothy
Assistant Tennis Professional
PTR Certified
Michelle Timothy is an assistant Tennis professional at the Sinking Spring YMCA. She specializes in youth player development at the 10U and Junior Development levels. A disciple of the Conrad Weiser Tennis Association program, Michelle is a District 3 Doubles Gold Medalist in 2022 as well as a PIAA State Doubles Finalist in addition to being a key player on many of Weiser’s County and District Championship teams. At the college level, she has played #2 for Albright College earning all-conference honorable mention and rookie of the year honors while helping Albright to its first conference title in program history. Michelle understands the importance of building a solid foundation for players and works to assist all players in becoming the players they wish to become.
Mandy Nelson
Assistant Tennis Professional
Pickleball League Coordinator
Mandy is a USTA 10U Certificated Tennis pro that works with players at the foundational levels of their game. She serves the YMCA as the coordinator for Pickleball Leagues, Entry Level play, and welcomes new players into the various YMCA pickleball offerings throughout the various levels of play offered at the Sinking Spring YMCA.
