TOMMY HAAS, FORMER ATP #2, SIGNS ON WITH LANDMARK SARASOTA REVITALIZATION PROJECT, THE HISTORIC BATH & RACQUET CLUB,
RETURNING ONE OF FLORIDA’S ICONIC SPORTING DESTINATIONS TO GLORY
Construction to Begin in the Coming Months, Making Way for the Brand New
Bath + Racquet Residences and Club
Rooted in the Culture and Community of Racquet Sports, Award-Winning Residential and Commercial Real Estate Development Designed by Architects Halflants + Pichette Features Top-of-the-Line Luxury Wellness, Active Lifestyle and
Modern Nostalgia at the Center of its Ethos
August 19, 2024 (Sarasota, FL) – Sarasota Springs LLC is thrilled to announce its partnership and collaboration with tennis legend and former ATP #2 Tommy Haas, on one of the most exciting real estate and revitalization projects along Florida’s Gulf Coast – Bath + Racquet Residences and Club in Sarasota. Founded in 1969 (and previously called Bath + Racquet Club), the iconic venue was once a cherished hub for tennis enthusiasts, having hosted prominent events such as the Virginia Slims of Sarasota women’s tennis tournament, amongst many more. Not only was Bath & Racquet Club a destination for sports and social culture at the time, but it also served as one of the early driving forces in the development of women’s professional tennis – with Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova and others stepping foot onto its outdoor green clay courts.
Today, the venue is being rebuilt as Bath + Racquet Residences and Club, a state-of-the-art mixed-use development where residential, commercial, and recreational blend in perfect harmony. The project will consist of 256 condominium units (“The Residence”) nestled around a Private Members Club (“The Club”) that not only serves racquet sports’ members of all levels, but also those who seek the perfect blend of luxury, indoor and outdoor lifestyle, and modern amenities.
Additional features and amenities include:
- 13 Outdoor Tennis Courts
- 16 Pickleball/Padel Courts (12 indoor conditioned (32,000 SQFT) / 4 outdoor)
- 2 Oversized Pools
- Gym/Wellness Center (7,000 SQFT)
- Restaurant (4,500 SQFT)
- Retail/Commercial Space (22,000 SQFT)
- 2 Acres of Park
- Walking/Running Trail
- 500+ Parking Spots
- Residential Storage
- Covered Bike Storage
As Global Ambassador and Club Curator, Haas will help ensure that members of The Club receive the best possible on-court experience, bringing his decades of knowledge into design, programming, activation, and overall elite sportsmanship gained throughout a career competing at the highest level. He will also help curate the coaching experience, the day-to-day tennis operations, as well as invite talent – from trainers to players – to partake in all the facilities and activities at Bath + Racquet Residences and Club, making it a destination for those seeking year-round options along their tennis circuit. Owners and Developers of Bath + Racquet Residences and Club, Fabio Di Prima and Tan Bahia, have been in negotiations with multiple experienced luxury tennis club operators, and with Haas’ leadership and elite tennis experience that made him one of the best professional tennis players in the history of the sport, the owners are well-equipped to finally inch closer to the selection of the club operator in the very near future.
“We are bringing back a historic landmark that holds a very special place in Sarasota’s sporting history. As the Global Ambassador and Club Curator, my goal is to honor the legacy of the original venue while infusing it with my passion and expertise for tennis – creating a rich and innovative racquet sports experience tailored for today’s lifestyle,” says Haas. “Not only will this ambitious endeavor strengthen and revitalize the city of Sarasota, but we want the owners and members of Bath + Racquet Residences and Club to feel proud to be part of such a vibrant community.”
Adds Di Prima, Managing Partner of Sarasota Springs LLC, “We are honored to have Tommy Haas on board for this transformative project. His impact and influence on the sport of tennis will be invaluable as we create a world-class experience for the racquet sports connoisseur. With Bath + Racquet Residences and Club, an icon is reborn – and it has been a pleasure working with an icon like Tommy to set new, modern-day standards for how people live, work and play. A perfect match indeed!”
Keller Williams is the registered sales agency, and completion is slated for the end of 2026. As of today, condominiums are almost sold out for Phase 1.
