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Tennis Instruction

This summer we are offering tennis lessons for all ages and abilities from 9-12. We’ve added an additional Red ball class at 10 as well as an additional Orange ball class at 11. The class schedule and description is found below. The ratio of students per instructor will be in accordance to USTA and CT State COVID guidelines. We will continue to follow all CT State COVID guidelines regarding disinfecting equipment. The tennis staff is looking forward to another fun filled summer of tennis.

Woodledge offers tennis lessons to members of all ages and abilities. Youth lessons are $20/child; max $40/family for lessons; team is $15/child; max $30/family and run 9 weeks starting on Monday, June 14th and run through August 13th (not all weeks need to be attended). Below are the links to Register, and the Lesson Descriptions and Schedule (Youth, JV, Varsity and Adult classes).

Click on 2021 Tennis Registration Form and Payment Info to register by June 9th!

Tennis Program 2021

RED BALL (ages 5-8)

This introductory class is for kids using foam balls and low compression (red) balls. Lessons are taught on a 36 ft court that is appropriate for the size of the kids at this age. Emphasis is on building athletic skills; introducing basic tennis strokes while maintaining a FUN environment!

Choose between 4 classes:
Mon/Wed at 9:00-9:45am or Tues/Thurs at 9:00-9:45am
Mon/Wed at 10:00-10:45am or Tues/Thurs at 10:00-10:45am

****Please note that if you are signing up your child for red ball class they must be able to follow directions from circle “A” to “B” without being hand held.****

ORANGE BALL (ages 7-9)

This class continues to use a low compression (orange) ball on a 60ft court. The court size has increased as kids this age can cover more of the court; the ball has more compression than the red ball. Students will continue to develop their strokes and technique in addition to learning the basics of tennis match play and fun tennis games!

Choose between 3 classes: (Mon-Fri)
9:00-9:50am, 10:00-10:50am or 11:00-11:50am

GREEN BALL (ages 10-15)

This class is for the older, yet players relatively new to tennis. The green ball has 25% less compression than the yellow ball; hence allowing success in rallying. Students will learn proper technique on all strokes; learn to rally on a full size court; and the basics of match play and fun tennis games.

Choose between 3 classes (Mon-Fri):
9:00-9:50am, 10:00-10:50am or 11:00-11:50am

YELLOW BALL (ages 12-18)

This class is for the kids transitioning from the green ball to the yellow ball. Emphasis is on proper technique, footwork, match play in addition to fun tennis games!

Choose between 3 classes (Mon-Fri):
9:00-9:50am, 10:00-10:50am or 11:00-11:50am

Junior Varsity (ages 11-13)

This class is for those that want to compete in the junior varsity team matches. Emphasis is on further refinement of all strokes; basic tactics in match play; proper scoring in game and match play.

Classes: Mon-Fri 10:00-10:50am

Varsity (ages 11-18)

This class focuses on further refinement of all strokes and tactics in match play. Those wishing to compete in interclub matches must attend this class.

Classes: Mon-Fri 11:00-11:50am

Adult Tennis

Adult Drill and Play
Mondays, 6:00-7:30pm

FEE: $15/member
Please email or text Sharon Murphy 860-670-5673 to sign up for a spot.

Adult FREE Clinic:
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30pm

Held on the upper courts with the head pro and 3 assistants. It is designed to get participants some exercise, enjoyment and receive professional help and instruction for your game. FREE for members, $30 non-members. Please email or text Sharon Murphy 860-670-5673 if you plan to attend.

Cardio Tennis
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm

FEE: $15/members. Please email or text Sharon Murphy sharonmurphytennis@yahoo.com / 860-670-5673 if you plan to attend.

Adult Round Robin Doubles

Saturday mornings

** Our pro Sharon Murphy (860) 670-5673 is also available on late afternoons and early evenings to provide private instruction on an independent payment arrangement.