Court Life at Greystone
Kristijan Mitrovski, Macedonia’s national tennis champion at 17, brought his passion for the game to Greystone in 2011—and has called it home ever since. Over the past fourteen years, he has built a thriving racquet sports program that now spans twelve courts, a team of five teaching professionals, and a competitive player base that ranks among the strongest in the Southeast.
The Tennis Experience
Greystone's completely renovated Tennis Center gives members ten clay courts, two hard courts, and a facility that raises the standard for private club tennis in Birmingham.
Lofted viewing decks overlook the action while the outdoor patio — gazebo, bar and fireplace seating — gives members a place to settle in.
The instruction covers every level and every schedule. Kristijan and his team of five pros run beginner clinics, junior programs, adult leagues, and private lessons year-round, serving hundreds of Greystone families with a growing program.
Wimbledon on the Green transforms the driving range into grass courts once a year with all-white attire, strawberries and cream, and champagne.
Twice a year, the Battle of the Stone brings Team Founders against Team Legacy in a battle that has become one of the most anticipated weekends on the calendar.
The Pickleball Experience
Pickleball has quickly become one of the most vibrant and social parts of Club life at Greystone.
We added four dedicated pickleball courts to the Lakeside Activity Center in 2022. Since then, the game has brought generations together, fostering friendly competition and new friendships.
Weekly open play evenings on Tuesdays and Fridays have become a favorite gathering spot, and our ladies' team proudly represents Greystone in matches against neighboring clubs.
Under the leadership of Kristijan Mitrovski and his team, members of all skill levels can confidently step onto the court. Certified pickleball instructors work with beginners through competitive players, making the learning curve shorter than most expect.
Whether you've played once or never, the program gets you on the court quickly.
The Man Behind the Courts:
Kristijan Mitrovski
Kristijan Mitrovski grew up in Skopje, Macedonia, became his country's national tennis champion at 17, and spent years competing on the Davis Cup circuit before a tennis scholarship brought him to the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He came to Greystone in 2011 as an assistant pro, found his home, and has shaped our racquet sports culture ever since.
Today, Kristijan leads a team of five professionals and oversees a program that serves hundreds of members. As the 2021 USTA Southern Alabama Tennis Professional of the Year and a recent inductee into the Alabama Tennis Foundation Hall of Fame, Kristijan has built one of the most respected racquet sports programs in the Southeast.
His philosophy is: racquet sports should be welcoming, engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone, from complete beginners to competitive players. The courts are busy because of Kristijan.
Life at Greystone
Family & Youth
Junior tennis & pickleball clinics, summer camps, the Blackburn Academy, and year-round programming give every member of the family a place at Greystone.
Find Your Family's Place
Aquatics, Basketball, & Fitness
Three facilities built to keep every member of the family active, every season of the year.
Get Moving at Greystone
Dining & Social
From casual gatherings to signature celebrations, Greystone's dining and social calendar serves as a centerpiece of Club life.
In Their Own Words
"He's genuine. If you want to play tennis, he's going to find you a team.
He makes me want to keep coming back."
—Mary Kay Greer, [Greystone Member]
Ready to Pick Up a Racquet?
Whether picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to a game you've loved for years, Greystone's program meets you where you are.