About CST
Nestled at the end of a tree-lined country road within minutes of the center of town is the Chappaqua Swim & Tennis Club, a private, family-friendly summer club offering swimming, diving, tennis and platform tennis, all in a picturesque setting perfect for relaxation and fun. Whether you enjoy competitive or friendly tennis, having your kids learn to swim with Red Crosscertified instructors, or lounging in a chaise with the Sunday paper and having a leisurely meal with friends and neighbors in our catered snack bar, CST provides everything you need for an unforgettable summer.
Swimming
The centerpiece of CST is a 25-meter heated swimming pool, with spacious shallow end for the younger swimmers, multiple lane lines for those interested in athletic lap-swims, and a deep-end equipped with diving boards and a twisting slide. There’s a large kiddie pool for babies and toddlers, who learn to become comfortable in the water, share water toys, and splash around with family and friends. Adjacent to the kiddie pool is a grassy playground, equipped with swings, slides, and climbing structures. The Club also has a
spacious upper area, complete with a basketball court, tetherball, shuffle board, and a putting green.
Tennis
CST’s excellent tennis facilities include four Har-tru courts and four hard courts. In addition, CST is one of the few clubs in Chappaqua that offers platform tennis courts. The Club has three heated courts, enabling our members to play platform tennis even on the coldest winter days!
Snack Bar
Catered by Chappaqua’s beloved Villarina’s eatery in the heart of downtown, the CST snack bar is headed by Chef/Owner Jimmy DeSantis and his personnel, who graciously prepare to-order wraps, salads, burgers and fries, among other delicious choices. They will also make wonderful dinners for take-home or eat-in
Finally, for members simply needing a quiet place to relax, read and chat with friends, CST affords beautifully maintained grassy areas with lounge chairs. Our large, leafy trees provide ample shade and breeze, creating a perfect place to rest and recharge!
Our Swimming program
Swim Team
CST boasts a Division I swim team, coached by Dan Levy, a Bedford Village elementary school teacher and master adult swimmer. Our swimmers have competed in the most prestigious swim competitions in the county, including the Northern Westchester Swim Conference Divisional Championships, the NWSC All-Star Meet, and the Westchester County Swim Championships. Many of our swimmers have won in these competitions, setting county-wide records.
Assisting Coach Dan on the swim team is Susannah Rudel, a sophomore at Amherst and member of the Amherst Swim Team.
Diving Team
Our diving program, run by Kelly McCauley, a diver at the University of Connecticut, is also very competitive.
In 2009, several of our divers performed exceptionally well at the Westchester County Diving Championships.
Group and Private Swim Lessons
In addition to competitive swimming and diving, CST offers swim lessons by Red Cross-certified instructors.
These lessons are offered throughout the summer, in consecutive two-week programs. Private swim instruction is also available with any of our Red Crosscertified instructors and swim team coaches.
Our Tennis Program
Tennis Team, Clinics and Lessons
CST’s tennis program is run by Iva Gyurgina, a tennis professional who works year-round at the Saw Mill Club. Our tennis players have successfully competed against teams throughout northern Westchester. CST also offers instructional training clinics throughout the summer. Weather permitting, children’s tennis clinics take place every day, and adult tennis clinics are offered three times a week. 2009 also marked the introduction of “cardio” tennis, a fast-paced tennis workout done to music. Private and semi-private tennis lessons also remain very popular with our members.
MITL Team for Adults
This summer, CST will inaugurate a Metropolitan Interclub Tennis League team with official matches. And for those seeking more match play, CST offers various summer-long tournaments, including men’s singles, women’s singles, member-guest, parent-child, and mixed doubles.
Social Fun
A highlight of the summer is CST’s famous Fourth of July party, a catered event that includes entertainment for children and adults. In addition to our DJ and the ever-popular bingo games, the Club tries something new and exciting every summer, whether it’s a magician, balloon-making, or Mad Science. This social is free for all members, who are welcome to bring guests for a nominal fee.
Ice Cream Socials
The Club also offers Ice Cream “Sundays,” where members are treated to a make-your-own-sundae event on several Sunday afternoons. Finally, the swim and tennis teams also hold an annual party, complete with games, dinner and awards for all team members.
Organization
CST is a private Club run by a dedicated Board of volunteers, most of whom have numerous years of management experience and bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the decision-making process. Angelo Piccirillo, an Ossining High School science teacher and co-director of the Ossining High School Science Research Program, serves as CST’s Manager.
Contact Us
CST presently has a limited number of memberships available for rent or purchase. If interested, please contact Lori Brosnan, CST’s Director of Membership, at 914-238-5282. Please be aware that, under our by-laws, the Club is limited to 325 families, and we will therefore honor requests to purchase on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to meeting you!
Chappaqua Swim & Tennis Club
1019 Hardscrabble Road
Chappaqua, New York
(914) 238-4999
www.cstclub.org
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