THE FOUNDERS

ABOUT US

We’ve got your game! No matter your level, from eager beginner to seasoned player, we deliver one of Colorado’s most comprehensive tennis experiences for your skill enhancement and enjoyment. We offer tennis coaching in Boulder from individualized lessons to group clinics. Find yourself on the court in competitive leagues, exciting tournaments, and club community socials.

Our mission from the beginning has been to introduce you to a life-long rewarding relationship to tennis. No matter age or ability, whether running on the court or playing from a wheelchair, we are committed to enhancing your game in ways that will completely surpass your expectations!

Tennis has been played on our courts since 1977. Rocky Mountain Tennis Center (RMTC) assumed management of the Harvest House Tennis Club in May, 2012. We have experienced a vibrant history of expansion, enhanced services, and increased quality in facilities and programming for our club members under the dynamic leadership of our Founders: Duke Paluch, Executive Director; Donna Chitambar, Director of Operations; and Kendall Chitambar, Director of Tennis. In addition to the rewards of club membership, our clients have benefited from both the convenience of the proximity to the Millennium Hotel and the beauty of Boulder Creek’s running waters nearby. Play the game! Join the club!

MEET THE FOUNDERS

Duke Paluch

Executive Director

DONNA CHITAMBAR

Director of Operations

KENDALL CHITAMBAR

Director of Tennis

WHAT WE OFFER YOU ON THE COURT

  • A vibrant, year-round tennis center, boasting access to 37 courts, 5 of which are seasonally enclosed for winter games. RMTC provides you with the most play opportunity in Boulder County!
  • We are pleased to offer our imported Italian red clay tech court.
  • Excellence in our Junior and Adult programs, through classes and clinics guided by our world class USPTA and USPTR certified coaches. We also have earned the recognition of being one of the top High Performance programs in the intermountain 6 state section.
  • Connection and competition with over 14 types and levels of USTA league play.
  • Challenge at your skill level in our 14 local Junior and Adult tournaments.
  • Socials to informally enjoy competition with your tennis club community.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU OFF THE COURT

  • Convenient state-of-the-art online class and court booking system to easily connect you with like-skilled players,  securing court times, and developing camaraderie.
  • Our Pro Shop meets your every tennis need, offering the latest and greatest in Babolat racquets, shoes, strings, and accessories. We provide demo racquets at no charge! Racquet stringing services and more? Of course. Weekdays: 9AM-5PM, Weekends: 9AM-1PM 
  • Rocky Mountain Tennis Center also offers you special pool memberships, fitness rooms, on-site sessions with our performance recovery specialist.
  • Social spaces on the banks of the beautiful Boulder Creek. Play some tennis and float the creek!

Whether advancing your elite competition training or developing your skills with focus from the start, we are ready to meet you at the net. Come join us at Rocky Mountain Tennis Center today!

This program is by invitation from the coach only.

Donna Chitambar

  • RMTC Founder, Director of Operations, Director of Marketing, RMTC Stylist!
  • High Performance Tennis Program (HPTP) Coordinator
  • 5430 Kids Tennis Foundation Founder
  • Her enthusiasm, dedication, and expertise are driving forces in the success of the Rocky Mountain Tennis Center
  • Passionate Adult 4.5 player captaining USTA League teams since 2010!
  • Management of high-end tennis clubs since 1999
  • Spa Management 1999-2006 – “Customer Service and hospitality are a must for any Club”
  • Bachelor of Science – Fashion Design, The Ohio State University
  • Kindergarten Teacher – 2 years
  • PTR certified Juniors and Adults
  • USTA Net Generation certified /verified Coach
  • Over 10 years coaching experience focusing on all levels of juniors

         “I love kids, and I love teaching them the game of tennis – Make it Fun and they love it too!”

Duke Paluch

  • RMTC Founder, Executive Director
  • Club Manager of former Harvest House Tennis since 1985
  • 5430 Kids Tennis Foundation Founder
  • Two-time collegiate All American, Gustavus Adolphus College
  • Gustavus Adolphus College Athletic Hall of Fame, 2012
  • Top-ranked junior Northern Section, nationally ranked
  • State of South Dakota – Tennis Hall of Fame inductee
  • Bachelor of Arts – Finance, Gustavus Adolphus College
  • USPTA Certified (Elite Professional)
  • PTR Master of Tennis-Performance; PTR Adult Certified
  • USTA/USPTA Wheelchair Tennis Certified Coach
  • USTA Colorado Tournament Committee Member – 20 years!
  • USTA Net Generation certified /verified Coach
  • Over 30 years coaching experience working with all levels juniors & adults

    “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee!” – Muhammad Ali