Pioneers in Post Tension

At Classic Turf, we invite you to take a look beneath the surface. While many tracks are built over asphalt, if you’re looking for quality, look for post tension concrete. We led the charge in post tension concrete technology in the Northeast. With over 40 years of experience building tennis etc. courts.

Thinking Asphalt? Think Again

Sometimes the smallest decisions are the most critical. We know you have options for your surface needs, but we want you to feel confident that our work will leave you with no regrets, and more importantly, no cracks in post tension concrete. The boom in post-tension concrete over recent years has made it even more critical to choose an experienced partner who specializes in this complex technology. At Classic Turf, post tension concrete is ALL we do. Our state-of-the-art tracks have delivered ultimate performance and near bulletproof durability with post tension concrete for some of the world’s most prestigious sports programs, as well as the most enthusiastic home players.

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Classic Turf Difference

We focus primarily on post tension concrete because, quite simply, it’s the best. It’s highly durable and requires minimal maintenance – making it the most cost-effective option, long term. And when combined with our patented, comfortable, all-weather sports surface, our clients and players enjoy the ultimate sports surface.

Post tension concrete provides the only long term value for the following reasons:

50-year Structural warranty
Ability to span unstable soils
Increased resistance to settling and/or heaving
Eliminates cold joints around net posts and fence posts
Creates more controlled slope for drainage
Eliminates the potential liability from structural cracking
Enables reconstruction over existing courts without any major excavation or transporting of material Creates stable and attractive edge

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our Post Tension

A post-tension running track is built on a concrete base reinforced with high-strength steel cables that are tensioned after the concrete is poured. This process strengthens the slab and reduces the risk of cracking or structural movement. The result is a more stable foundation for the track surface, providing consistent performance and durability for athletes.

Post-tension concrete provides superior durability compared to traditional asphalt bases. Asphalt can crack, settle, or heave over time, especially in areas with changing temperatures or unstable soil. Post-tension construction helps prevent these issues, improves drainage control, and creates a stronger, longer-lasting track structure that requires less maintenance over time.

A properly constructed post-tension track base can last decades—often around 50 years—before major structural work is required. While the synthetic running surface may need to be resurfaced periodically, the durable post-tension concrete base remains intact much longer than traditional asphalt foundations, making it a cost-effective long-term investment for schools and athletic facilities.

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With 40 years of experience, it is our passion and mission to guide you to the best possible game plan. We work from coast to coast to achieve all of your sports surface dreams. Reach out now to speak with a specialist, and put the ball in our court. Game on.

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