Tennis

TENNIS FOR ENJOYMENT, COMPETITION, AND FITNESS

The Thoreau Club offers tennis programs for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. Tennis pros create personalized player profiles to recommend suitable programs and leagues, and instructional options. The club features 11 courts, including 7 Plexi Cushion and 4 outdoor Nova Grass®, ensuring ample indoor and outdoor playing opportunities.

ADULT TENNIS

We offer a diverse range of tennis programs for adults, catering to all skill levels. Whether you are a complete beginner or a more advanced player seeking competitive opportunities, we have a program that meets your needs.

JUNIOR TENNIS

The Thoreau Club’s junior development tennis program, led by passionate coaches, provides a structured curriculum covering technical skills, tactics, physical conditioning, and mental readiness. It enhances athletic abilities while instilling values like discipline, perseverance, and teamwork for holistic development.

THE THOREAU CLUB TENNIS ACADEMY

Our Academy is the leading high-performance tennis training program in New England, committed to helping our players reach the highest levels of competitive tennis.

TENNIS CAMP

The Thoreau Club Tennis Camp provides children aged 7-17, starting from the Orange Ball level, with a great opportunity to learn tennis and engage in various outdoor games and activities. Campers will enhance their skills, grow as confident players, and enjoy fun experiences with friends.

Video Analysis

Are you tired of stagnation regarding your level of play? Proper video analysis can significantly enhance your technique, timing, footwork, and positioning!

UTR

Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) is a global tennis rating system that uses a 16-point scale to objectively measure a player’s skill level. UTR is used in both professional and amateur tennis, including college and high school.

Reserve A Court

  • Court fees vary by time of day ($42 – $49/hour)
  • Outdoor Novagrass courts are always complimentary (April – October)
  • You may use your court time to practice with a Ball Machine. Complimentary with a court reservation. Reserved on a first come, first served.

Pro Shop

The Thoreau Club has an array of new tennis racquet frames to demo at no charge and available for purchase. We carry Head, Yonex and other models. We have professional stringing, gripping and many accessories available for purchase. Our stringer, Thoreau Tennis Pro Frank, is a certified stringer and has over 20 years’ experience. Frank and all our Tennis Professionals can assist you in making the right equipment choice that is best for you.

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