The 1970s and 1980s are considered the golden age of tennis that changed the trajectory of the sport forever. It was from this era that tennis legends like Chris Evert, Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova dominated women’s tennis and claimed the world’s most sought-after titles in the sport. Now, a tennis facility in Sarasota, Florida that many of these women trained at is being reimagined and revitalized as the Bath + Racquet Residences and Club, a luxury residential development and private members club in partnership with former tennis pro Tommy Haas. In the ‘90s, Haas moved from his native Germany to the Sarasota area, where he trained at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy before going pro. His goal is to create a state-of-the-art facility in an area that shaped who he is as a player.

Founded in 1969, the Bath + Racquet Club hosted women’s tournaments, including the Virginia Slims Circuit, a tennis tour of nine female professional tennis players, and served as a top-notch facility for racquet sports. In its next iteration, it will feature 256 luxury condos and a brand-new racquet sports members club that will include 13 tennis courts and 16 pickleball and padel courts. Haas’s role as global ambassador and club curator means he will be heavily involved in the programming to ensure players have the best on-court experiences. He will oversee the coaching experience, daily tennis operations, and the property’s design and programming.

“I want to respect the history of the club in the ‘70s when it first started and helped push forward women’s tennis,” Haas tells Forbes. “Now we want to continue to make this a great lifestyle destination. It’s a combination of racquet sports, but also health and wellness facilities, restaurants, amazing service, luxe amenities, and beautiful condos.”

There will be two acres of parkland, a walking/running trail, 7,000-square-foot gym/wellness center, a 4,500-square-foot restaurant, two pools, and 65,000 square feet of commercial and office space. Haas emphasizes how unique it will be for players and athletes of all levels to have access to recovery, a spa, physical therapists, healthy cuisine, and fitness-focused programming in one destination. Not just that, but you can live where you play. Three-bedroom units start at $1.3 million and with the purchase of a home, you have access to the members-only social club and facilities. Even if you’re not a resident, you can purchase an exclusive membership to the club.

“To put all of this together is something we haven’t seen in racquet clubs around the world,” he says. “My goal is to create a space to help develop players of all levels.”

The interiors for both the residences and the amenities are bright and airy with oversized windows, high ceilings, and neutral interiors. The kitchens feature white stone countertops and natural wood details. The larger units have direct access to a spacious private patio that will be ensconced by lush landscaping. Biophilic design is an important aspect of the club, and there will be manicured walkways, thoughtful landscape architecture, and an emphasis on indoor-outdoor living. The club is slated for completion at the end of 2026.