On the Land
Tennis
The Lakeside tennis facilities feature 10 tennis courts of three different surfaces. At the Williams Tennis Campus located on Sixth Street in South Lakeside, there are three fast drying HarTru courts, two natural clay courts and two hard courts. Three additional hard courts are located along the lakefront in Perry Park. A number of major tennis events are hosted by the Lakeside Tennis Club during the Chautauqua summer season. The annual dates for the All-Lakeside Tennis Tournament, family doubles tournaments and Breakfast at Wimbledon are posted in Lakeside's Calendar of Events. Additional information regarding the tennis summer schedule for court hours, adult mixers, children's free lessons and other tennis activities can be found in the weekly Lakesider newspaper.
The Lakeside Tennis Club was established in the 1940s. Since its inception, the goal of the Club has been to assist the tennis staff in providing an exceptional tennis facility and programs for players of all ages to learn and play tennis. Membership in the Lakeside Tennis Club is open to all summer Lakeside residents and guests for an annual donation of $10/person or $20/family. Donations are used for special projects that supplement the Lakeside operating budget for tennis. Membership cards are available at the main tennis office located at the Williams Tennis Campus on Sixth Street in South Lakeside.
During the summer season (June 19-August 28), the tennis office can be reached at 419.798.4461, ext. 295. For information about Lakeside tennis, check Lakeside Tennis on Facebook or contact the President of the Tennis Club, Lynne Hudson at 419.346.6620 or by email at lynnehudson@utoledo.edu.
Adult Bike Club
The Lakeside Environmental Stewardship Society (LESS) made arrangements with Silver Wheels Cycle Club of Lorain County to have an affiliated chapter at Lakeside. The group starts at South Auditorium (corner of Central Avenue and Sixth Street) each Tuesday at 9 am. Rides average approximately 15 miles; however, cyclists have the option to ride as far as they want and at their chosen speed.
The purpose of the rides is to promote bike riding as a form of exercise, alternative transportation and fellowship. Helmets are required in order to be covered by insurance. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult.
Raccoon Run
The Raccoon Run remains an annual Lakeside recreation tradition. Beginning with a one-mile fun run at 8 am, the three-mile main race begins promptly at 8:30 am and leads runners on a picturesque route through the streets of Lakeside. Read the weekly Lakesider newspaper for details regarding the event.
Triathlon Events
The team, individual and youth triathlons are the true test of athletic endurance in Lakeside, challenging participants to swim along the lakefront, bike the streets of the Marblehead Peninsula and run the grounds of Lakeside. Read the weekly Lakesider newspaper for details regarding these events.
Hatha Yoga
Reduce stress through Hatha Yoga classes in the Upper Room above World Next Door on Second Street. Learn proper exercise through stretching, strengthening and balancing postures. Experience relaxation and proper breathing to get more energy.
Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday morning. Experienced classes are 7:15-8:15 am and basic classes are 8:30-9:30 am. Participants in the beginner class will be introduced to a variety of yoga positions. The experienced class will learn to hold postures for longer periods of time and should have no major physical problems.
Linda Green, BA, RPP, RPE, is the certified instructor leading the class. She has been teaching yoga in this area for more than 28 years. Students in both classes should bring a floor mat and wear comfortable clothes.
Women's Fitness Classes
Physical fitness classes for women are held 8-9 am Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the Upper Room, located above World Next Door on Second Street. Bring water, a mat/large towel and weights if available. The Lakeside Women's Club sponsors the fitness class.
Volleyball
A sand volleyball court located next to the C. Kirk Rhein, Jr. Center for the Living Arts offers guests and residents endless hours of family fun games.
