Everyone in the Santa Clarita Valley knows the Paseo Club has amazing fitness, tennis, and pickleball facilities. But the Paseo Club is not just a fitness center. There are many amenities the club provides to make members’ experience extra special.
The spa provides massage and esthetic services. Kids Club cares for babies, toddlers, and children while their parents use club services. The cafe and clubhouse serve up meals, snacks, and drinks for dining and socializing.
One of the best “hidden gems” at the Paseo Club is the pro shop First Serve. First Serve offers goods and services for racquet games, fitness, and leisure.
In this article, you will learn what a pro shop is, the benefits of having a pro shop at the Paseo Club, and what goods and services the shop offers.
What is a pro shop?
A pro shop sells goods and offers services for a particular sport (such as golf or tennis) or sports. Typically the shop is run by a professional in that sport so they can also be an educated resource for customers.
Staff at pro shops help customers find the equipment they need for their sport and customize it if necessary. Rackets, clothing, and shoes are common items sold in a tennis pro shop. You also have experts who assist customers in navigating the many types of rackets based on their needs and help make recommendations for strings, tension, grips, etc.
The 5 benefits of having a pro shop at the Paseo Club
There are five primary reasons the Paseo Club has a pro shop at the club.
1. Demo
Most pro shops offer the option to demo rackets and paddles so you can see and feel the pieces without purchasing them first.
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2. Convenience
By having a pro shop on-site, you can get the gear you need when you need it. You can get your racquet strung the same day you purchase it. We even offer a drop box where you drop off or pick up your strung racquet outside of business hours
3. Expert advice
If you have questions about any item — strings, rackets, shoes, paddles, or anything else, you can ask the staff for advice. You will receive more detailed information — in real-time — than what any website can provide.
4. Special Orders
Is there an item you’d like to get, but isn’t at the shop? No problem! First Serve takes special orders so you can get the product you need.
5. Quality Selection
A first-class pro shop reviews the thousands of choices in rackets, strings, and footwear and selects the highest quality items. Customers can peruse a curated selection of equipment without having to do the research and vetting themselves.
How long has the pro shop been at the Paseo Club?
First Serve has been at the Paseo Club for five years but in Santa Clarita for fourteen.
Initially, First Serve was located near the Paseo Club. But it was a hassle for players to leave the club and make a separate trip to get rackets quickly restrung or pick up the equipment they needed. Now the Paseo Club and First Serve offer the best of both worlds by being located at the same place.
What products does First Serve sell?
We carry the latest high-tech gear all in one convenient location. You can walk in from work and be fully equipped to play tennis or pickleball in no time. With rackets from Babolat, Head, Wilson, and Yonex and a wide selection of shoe choices, you have everything you need in one spot.
- Balls
- Bags
- Grips
- Strings
- Apparel
- Footwear
- Tennis rackets
- Pickleball paddles
What are the top-selling items at First Serve?
First Serve has many top sellers for rackets, strings, shoes, grips, and apparel. Here are the top picks for 2024.
Grips
Grips often depend on the player's preference, but the Tourna Grip and the Honeycomb Replacement Grip sell most often.
Strings
Strings are a more personal choice for the more advanced players. Hyper G and Cyclone for polyester and Multifeel and NXT for Multifilament are popular choices.
Rackets
There are rackets for every level of play, from light to heavy. Some rackets at the top of the list are the Babolat Pure Aero, Wilson Blade, Head Speed Legend, and the Yonex Ezone.
Footwear
Mizuno, Lacoste, and Asics have been in high demand for several years and continue to be crowd-pleasing options.
General Manager Jen Azevedo’s faves: The Head Boom with Head Lynx Spin 17G strung at 52 lbs. and a Head overgrip in black and playing in Asics Gel Resolution shoes
Tennis Director Rene Heger’s faves: The Head Extreme with Hyper G 17G strung at 53 lbs. and playing in the Lacoste AG-LT23 shoes.
Does First Serve offer specialty services?
Take advantage of our professional stringing services (tennis, racquetball, and badminton) tailored to meet all your racquet sports needs.
The staff at First Serve are all incredibly knowledgeable and willing to stop and help explain how to take your tennis and pickleball games to the next level with the best equipment for your personal needs.
Getting the right equipment to optimize your play
If you are passionate about tennis, pickleball, or other racquet sports, it is worth investing in high-quality equipment that supports you in performing your best.
Tennis is a sport that requires skill and precision. Although choosing the right racket may not bump you up a level, it can make a significant difference in your game.
First Serve is a pro shop at the Paseo Club in Santa Clarita. You can get all your needs met in finding the clothing and supplies you want, the service you need, and the technical advice you deserve. Hours of operation are:
- Monday-Friday: 9 am - 6 pm
- Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm
- Closed on Sundays
The Paseo Club has twelve tennis courts and eleven pickleball courts. There are leagues, drills, drop-in and reserved game time, and so much more. Come and enjoy the courts, the classes, the food, and the socializing. Join the Paseo Club and make the club your home away from home.
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