Keep up with the latest and greatest news and announcements from Classic Turf by connecting with us on social media. We regularly share pictures of our team in action building courts, tracks and fields for public and private clients throughout the region. We also share helpful information to consider before embarking on your next athletic facility project.
Tennis players hate cracks in their courts. Can you blame them? A bad crack in the tennis court is not only an eyesore but also a safety issue. No one wants to trip, fall and break their ankle because the tennis court surface was cracked. But it does happen, and that’s not good. Why do… Read more »
When installing a new tennis court, you could use regular asphalt to do it. However, a post-tensioned concrete tennis court would likely be a superior option. Creating a post-tension tennis court involves taking a prepared base and installing a structural concrete slab over top of it. The concrete is then reinforced with a system of… Read more »
Classic Turf is known for creating and installing superior running tracks around the country. Many schools, universities and private organizations like having running tracks on their properties as a place for people to run. Whether competitive or “just for fun,” running tracks are a great place for people to exercise. The Importance of Maintaining Your… Read more »
One of the more profound ways technology has affected the game of tennis can be seen in the rackets players use at all levels. Several decades ago, tennis rackets were wooden. Today, most tennis rackets are made of carbon fiber composite materials, which allow them to be lighter than wood. The Impact of Modern Tennis… Read more »
Have you ever heard of The Fresh Air Fund? It’s a not-for-profit agency that provides free summer vacations in the country to New York City children from low-income communities. There are several Fresh Air Fund summer camps, and since 1877, over 1.8 million kids have benefitted from this unique opportunity. The idea of The Fresh… Read more »
The average tennis court will prove to be very durable once you have it installed, and it won’t need to be maintained very much at all. By sweeping the court and doing some routine cleaning on it, you can prevent stains and keep it looking its best for years to come. Here are some other… Read more »
What are some things to keep in mind when resurfacing a tennis court? Whether it’s a first time installation or a resurfacing, it’s important to know the basics of how courts should be– for instance, proper slope requirements are .8333% – 1.0%. Obviously, there needs to be adequate drainage in place at both the surface… Read more »
Walk into fitness centers, gyms and health centers and you’ll notice their amenities. Many of them have things like indoor basketball courts, swimming pools, and/or open spaces that can used for a myriad of activities. Meanwhile, people like to utilize outdoor courts for a variety of activities when the weather is decent. Who hasn’t seen… Read more »
If you’re an aspiring tennis player, whether for fun or competition, you probably know that it takes much practice to become the player you’d like to be. After all, very few of us are natural athletes who excel at a sport like tennis the first time we pick up a racket. The Importance of Repetition… Read more »
With 40 years of experience, it is our passion and mission to guide you to the best possible game plan. We work from coast to coast to achieve all of your sports surface dreams. Reach out now to speak with a specialist, and put the ball in our court. Game on.
