Built by the community.
Run for the community.
The idea is a locally governed nonprofit that owns and operates the indoor facility, reinvesting revenue into courts, programs and access, not distributing profit to private owners.
Where things stand. The City of Kelowna has ended its agreement with Tennis Clubs of Canada and is seeking a new delivery partner for the five-court Mission Recreation Park project. This page presents a community nonprofit concept for discussion. It is not a City project or approved offering.
Community ownership
A nonprofit board accountable to members and the broader community.
Year-round play
Indoor courts make winter leagues, lessons and casual play possible.
More ways to play
Potential programs for youth, adults, new players and competitive athletes.
Local reinvestment
Membership and court revenue can help sustain the facility over time.
Founding 10-year membership · Proposed
Be part of the first serve.
A founding circle could help create the capital base to move a community-owned facility from idea toward reality.
Price TBD
For a 10-year founding membership. The price will be announced soon.
Register your interest- 20% off winter membership
- Off winter membership fees during the 10-year term, subject to final pricing and rules.
- Transferable
- Proposed ability to transfer to another eligible member, with value based on the remaining term.
- Founding recognition
- Recognition at the dome and an invitation to a private opening celebration.
- 10% off at The Racquet House
- On racquets, balls and equipment, subject to partner confirmation.
- Five guest-fee passes a year
- Stated estimated value $150 annually; final terms to be confirmed.
- 100 founding members
- Founding price to be announced
- No payment requested today
Expressions of interest do not reserve a place or create an obligation to pay. No member count is shown because the nonprofit and commitment process have not yet been established.
Proposed benefits only. This is not a currently available membership contract. Final terms depend on nonprofit formation, facility approvals, funding, legal review and opening.
Kelowna’s courts deserve a future that lasts.
The City’s Mission Recreation Park concept included five courts under an air-supported dome, with free public access to the outdoor courts in summer. A nonprofit-led approach could build on the community’s appetite for year-round tennis while creating a clear local ownership model.
A possible path forward
Step 1
Listen and organize
Measure player interest and form a volunteer group to explore a nonprofit structure.
Step 2
Work with the City
Discuss land, site readiness, project scope, public access and the right partnership path.
Step 3
Build a financeable plan
Secure cost estimates, grants, sponsors and conditional founding commitments before any payment is due.
Clear terms. No payment until play is real.
The concept is a letter of intent, not an upfront sale. Any commitment would need carefully written conditions and member protections.
- Pay only if the dome opens
- Sign a conditional letter of intent. The founding contribution would become payable only after the nonprofit project is approved, the facility is built and ready for play, and final membership terms are accepted.
- Transfer if life changes
- If you move or can no longer play, the proposed membership could be transferred to another eligible member. The transfer value would be based on the remaining years, using a formula disclosed in the final agreement.
- Know what is, and isn’t, promised
- Founding status would not mean ownership shares, guaranteed court bookings, tax-deductible contributions, investment returns or voting rights beyond those in the nonprofit’s bylaws.
Questions to resolve before anyone signs
- Is this an official City offer?
- No. This is a community concept page. It is not endorsed by or affiliated with the City, Tennis Canada, Rogers or The Racquet House. City land, partnership and project approvals would need to be confirmed separately.
- Does registering interest commit me to pay?
- No. Registration is only for gauging interest. It creates no letter of intent, membership, reservation or payment obligation.
- What does “20% off winter membership” mean?
- The proposed discount would apply to the facility’s standard winter membership fee in each eligible year. Future fees, included services and any separate court booking charges need to be set before the offer is finalized.
- How could transfers work?
- A possible formula would pro-rate the unused full years. For example, after three years, seven of ten years remain. The final agreement would set the exact formula, transfer process and any limits.
- What if the facility is never built?
- The proposed letter of intent should say no payment is due unless clear conditions are met. If the project does not proceed, the commitment should expire without payment. Final documents should define timing, cancellation and member protections.
A community project starts with a conversation.
Tell us you’re interested in a community-owned indoor tennis facility. The proposed membership is non-binding at this stage; there is no payment request or commitment.
Project updates
Follow the project as it moves from idea toward reality. We’ll ask you to confirm your email first.
Founding membership interest
For anyone considering a proposed founding membership. An organizer will contact you personally. Registering creates no letter of intent, membership, reservation or payment obligation.
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