Merriam’s Premier Tennis & Fitness Club

Genesis KC Racquet Club in Merriam, located off I-35 just south of Shawnee Mission Parkway, is a premier destination for racquet sports. The club features 13 tennis courts with indoor and outdoor play, plus pickleball courts, leagues, clinics, and Cardio Tennis. Improve your game with expert coaching or enjoy year-round programming. Off the court, members have access to a full fitness center with free weights, cardio equipment, and group classes. Junior programs and Kids Club childcare make it welcoming for families.

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6501 Frontage Rd,
Merriam,
  • KS
66202
Today’s Hours: 5:00AM – 10:00PM
Mon – Thu:
5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Fri:
5:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sat:
7:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sat:
8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Mon – Thu:
5:00 AM–10:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sat–Sun:
7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Mon – Fri:
8:30AM – 1:00PM,
3:00PM – 7:30PM
Sat & Sun:
8:30AM – 2:00PM

Court Sports

KC Racquet Club is one of the area’s premier tennis destinations, offering a comprehensive program for players of all ages and skill levels. With 13 indoor and outdoor courts, members enjoy year-round access to leagues, clinics, lessons, and social play. Whether you are learning the game or competing at a high level, it is a place where tennis players train, improve, and play.

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Workout Floor

The workout floor features a wide variety of equipment to support every fitness goal. Members have access to free weights, dumbbells, kettlebells, and a full range of strength machines. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, lose weight, or improve overall fitness, the workout floor provides the tools needed for an effective workout.

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Cardio Floor

Improve heart health, burn calories, and support weight loss on the cardio floor. With treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and other cardio machines available, you can choose the workout that fits your goals. It’s a great space to build endurance, boost energy, and stay consistent with your cardiovascular fitness routine.

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functional training

The Functional Training Area is designed for dynamic, full-body workouts that build strength, power, and mobility. This open space features turf and versatile equipment for sled pushes, kettlebell work, agility drills, and bodyweight training. Plus, enjoy motivating views of downtown while you train in a space built to help you move and perform at your best.

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Group exercise

Group Exercise classes offer a motivating, high-energy environment where members can stay active, build community, and have fun. A variety of classes are available for all fitness levels, including strength, cardio, cycling, yoga, and more. Led by certified instructors, these classes help improve endurance, build strength, and keep workouts engaging and effective.

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recovery

Recover and recharge after your workout with relaxing amenities designed to help your body feel its best. Unwind in the steam room or sauna, then refuel with a refreshing smoothie.

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for the kids

Kids Club offers a fun, supervised space where kids stay active while you enjoy the club. We also host special events like Parents Night Out, and families can rent the club for birthday parties, including tennis-themed parties filled with games, activities, and plenty of fun.

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Club Features

Every great workout deserves top-tier spaces to relax, refresh, and recharge. Our club essentials are designed for your comfort, convenience, and enjoyment—before, during, and after your workout.

amenities

  • 13 indoor & outdoor tennis courts and six lit pickleball courts with leagues & clinics.
  • Expansive strength & cardio floors, free weights and functional turf area
  • Group fitness studios for cycle, barre, yoga & strength classes
  • Steam room, sauna, luxury locker rooms & towel service
  • Smoothie bar, meal prep options & recovery amenities
  • Kids Club childcare with youth programs & camps on site
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Move Better.
Recover Faster.
Perform Stronger.

On-site physical therapy designed for active lifestyles and performance goals.

On-site licensed physical therapists deliver hands-on care that reduces pain, restores mobility, and accelerates recovery. Our performance-driven approach blends physical therapy, recovery treatments including dry needling and cupping, and movement optimization to help you stay active and perform at your best.

Whether you’re recovering from injury, improving movement quality, or maintaining long-term wellness, every session is tailored to your goals, so you can keep training, living, and performing without limitation.

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13 Tennis Courts and a Full-Service Gym

Join genesis Free 3-day pass

Work one-on-one with a certified trainer who will help you move better, train smarter, and stay accountable to your goals. Our personal training program focuses on building strength, improving mobility, and creating a clear plan tailored specifically to you. Get expert guidance, measurable progress, and lasting motivation. Start with a Free FitStart Assessment and discover the next step in your fitness journey.


Contact the Club for more details: 913-722-2001

free personal fitness assessment

Move better, recover faster, and perform stronger with Fitness Physio. Our on-site licensed physical therapists provide personalized care designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, accelerate recovery, and help you stay active at every stage of life.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, training for a specific goal, managing chronic aches and pains, or looking to improve movement quality, our performance-driven approach combines physical therapy with advanced recovery and treatment techniques tailored to your needs.

Services Include:
• Physiotherapy and injury rehabilitation
• Recovery and preventative care programs
• Performance training and movement optimization
• Women’s health and wellness services
• Dry needling and cupping therapy
• Assisted stretching and mobility work
• IASTM and electrical stimulation
• Normatec compression therapy and other recovery treatments

Insurance & Appointments:
• Accepting all major insurance plans
• Most insurance plans do not require a physician referral or prescription for evaluation and treatment
• Complimentary assessments available for new clients

New to Fitness Physio? Schedule a complimentary assessment to discuss your goals and find the right treatment plan for your needs.

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Play at KC Racquet Club with a premier tennis facility featuring 13 courts and programs for all ages and skill levels.


Whether you’re just starting out or looking to compete, there are plenty of opportunities to get on the court and improve your game.


Programs Include:
• Indoor and outdoor courts for year-round play
• Beginner clinics and introductory programs
• Adult and junior lessons for all skill levels
• Doubles drills and league play preparation
• Private lessons with certified tennis professionals
• Court reservations for individual and group play


New to tennis? Start with a complimentary lesson and get matched with the right program for your goals.

Contact the Club for more details: 913-722-2001

free tennis lesson

Celebrate your child’s special day with a fun and energetic Tennis Birthday Party at the club. Kids will love learning new skills, playing exciting tennis games, and enjoying plenty of court time with friends. Our team helps lead the activities and keep the fun going, creating a memorable, active celebration everyone will enjoy


Contact the Club for more details: 913-722-2001

Group exercise

Group exercise offers a motivating, community-driven workout led by expert instructors. Build strength, boost energy, and stay accountable. Join us and experience the fun with a free class today!

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What our members are saying

  • “Great staff, equipment and facility. The tennis coaches and courts are fantastic! Highly recommend!”

    — Thomas S.

  • “I just wanted to let the staff, other gym members, and everyone all around at this location know they are top tier top to bottom and the reason I make this location my home gym even though it’s not the closest Genesis location to me. Member since February 2024 and have been to every Genesis in the KC area.”

    — Brayden D.

  • “Excellent tennis/workout facility with helpful staff and a strong member base.”

    — Brad H.

Club Features

  • 13 total tennis courts (indoor & outdoor) and six lit pickleball courts—with leagues, clinics & socials.
  • Strength & cardio floors, group studios; steam/sauna, towel service, smoothie bar.
  • Kids Club childcare and youth camps on site.

Family-friendly childcare, junior tennis, and community events make KCRC a Johnson County favorite.

Training & Group Fitness

From private lessons and Cardio Tennis to personal training and daily group classes (yoga, cycle, HIIT, strength), coaching meets community here.

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  • Ultimate Conditioning 60

    Push your body to the limit with a full-body workout that blends strength, cardio, and endurance training to torch calories, build lean muscle, and boost performance.

  • Group Power

    A one-hour strength training session using adjustable barbells, body weight, and functional exercises. Designed to build muscle and improve overall strength.

  • Yoga

    Explore every style of yoga—from Power to Restorative—with expert instructors. Classes for all levels, including beginners, build strength, flexibility, and inner calm.

  • Group Core

    This 30-minute workout delivers dynamic, 3D core training to boost movement health and athletic power using your body weight, weight plates, and functional moves.

  • Group Active

    Group Active is a full-body workout that boosts cardio endurance, builds strength, and improves balance using The STEP®, dumbbells, and body weight exercises.

  • Group Blast

    Engage in 60 minutes of cardio training using The STEP® in athletic ways. Boost your fitness, agility, coordination, and strength with exciting music and group energy.

  • Barre

    This Pilates-based, full-body workout draws from ballet barre training to deliver a high-intensity session that builds strength, improves posture, and tones muscles.

  • Pilates

    This Pilates-based, full-body workout draws from ballet barre training to deliver a high-intensity session that builds strength, improves posture, and tones muscles.

  • Group centergy

    A 60-minute mind-body workout combining yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training. Enhances balance, mobility, flexibility, and core strength.

  • Group Fight

    An intense hour blending mixed martial arts movements to burn calories and build total-body strength. Features rapid-fire cardio exercises set to thrilling music.

  • Group Ride

    A 60-minute indoor cycling experience simulating various terrains. Builds cardiovascular endurance and leg strength with energetic music and motivating instructors.

  • R30

    R30 is a quick, high-energy cycling workout that boosts cardio health, builds leg strength, and torches calories—all in just 30 minutes. Get in, ride hard, feel great.