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Indoor Tennis Season
October - April

The Mount Auburn Club Tennis Program offers a wide variety of instructional, competitive and social opportunities for players of all levels. We have assembled one of the finest certified teaching staffs in New England. For a player who is new to the game, we offer a system of graduated level clinics that consists of instruction and supervised play. For a more experienced player, we offer our Social Mix and Match, the Ladder and Competitive League Play (both Intra- and Inter-Club) From the beginner to the tournament player, whether you are a social or competitive player, the Mount Auburn Club has a program for you!

Initial Session
A free on-court 40-minute evaluation lesson with one of the Tennis Professionals is your first step in getting started in the tennis program. All programs have a rating category, based on skill level, established by the USTA (United States Tennis Association) which is referred to as the NTRP rating (National Tennis rating Program). The Tennis Professional will give you your NTRP rating, explain the tennis program and give you tips to help your game.

Web Partner Arranging  Sign-up >
The Web Partner Arranging Program helps you find more members via e-mail to play tennis with at both your tennis rating (NTRP level) and membership type playing time. Updated lists are e-mailed monthly. Register online by clicking on the Sign-up link above. Once you are on the Web Partner Arranging Program page click on your membership type and follow the steps to Login and register in the Web Self Booker. If you have questions regarding Web Self Booker Login and Web Partner Arranging online registration, please call Sheryl Maskell at 617.923.2255 ext 298. You must have a tennis rating (NTRP level) in our system in order to participate. If you have questions regarding your tennis rating (NTRP level), please call the Tennis Office at ext. 227.

 

Instructional

We offer several clinics and classes to choose from, and many are available for both members and non-members. 


Adult Tennis Clinic (ATC) - (Open to Non-members)
Our system of graduated level clinics for 1.0-3.0 NTRP level students. The clinic is a 6:1 student to pro ratio in a monthly program. Each week the 90 minute class has a different focus for instruction and supervised play. Six to a court.
Saturday Clinics - sign up weekly by calling Amine Lahmeur at x288 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sunday Clinics - sign up weekly by calling Darren Becker at x282 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Monday Clinics - sign up weekly by calling Sheryl Maskell at x298 or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Thursday Clinics - sign up weekly by calling Sean Tully at x297 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Saturdays 9:00am - 10:30am Starter Plus (2.5-3.0)
Saturdays 10:30am - 12:00pm Intermediates (3.5)
Sundays 9:00am - 10:30am Low Intermediates (3.0-3.5-)
Sundays 10:30am - 12:00pm Starter Plus (2.5-3.0)
Mondays 7:00pm - 8:30pm Starters (1.0-2.0)
Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:30pm Intermediates (3.5)

Member Cost: $35 
Non-member Cost: $45


Competitive Edge Drill and Skill - (Open to Non-members)
Intense workout with a purpose drill in singles and doubles situations at a high competitive level.
Minimum of 4 participants. Maximum of 6 participants. Non-Members sign up by calling Jon Kiley at x287 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Saturdays 10:30am -12:00pm (level 4.0)
Thursdays 10:00am -11:30am (level 3.0+)

Member Cost: $35 
Non-member Cost: $45

Doubles Team Advantage - (Open to Non-members)
All drills are focused on doubles patterns of play. Learn team positioning and strategy to improve your doubles game. Minimum of 6 participants. Maximum of 8 participants. Non-Members sign up by calling Kempton Smith at x289 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Fridays 12:00pm -1:30pm (level 3.0+)

Group of 8:
Member Cost: $23 
Non-member Cost: $30

Group of 7:
Member Cost: $26 
Non-member Cost: $33

Group of 6:
Member Cost: $29 
Non-member Cost: $36 

 
Grand Slam Clinic
- (Open to Non-members)
This clinic covers fundamental stroke motion, movement and strategy. A fast paced set of drills and ball machine workout. Minimum of 4 participants. Maximum of 6 participants. Non-Members sign up by calling Kempton Smith at x289 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Sundays 12:00pm -1:30pm (level 3.5)

Member Cost: $35 
Non-member Cost: $45

 

Cardio Tennis - (Open to Non-members)
A fun group activity that features drills for all abilities. An ultimate, high energy workout, including a warm up, cardio workout and cool down phase. Non-Members sign up by calling Jon Kiley at x287 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Fridays 12:00pm - 1:00pm  
Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Member Cost: $18 
Non-member Cost: $28


Stroke of the Week - (Open to Non-members)
A one hour clinic focusing on a stroke. The pro will introduce and demonstrate the proper techniques and playing situation. Points will be played out in games to set up and emphasize the day's stroke. Non-Members sign up by calling Darren Becker at x282 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Mondays 6:00pm - 7:00pm 

Member Cost: $25 
Non-member Cost: $35

 

Serve Like the Pro with Sean Tully - (Open to Non-members)
Sean will teach you step by step fundamentals all the way to advanced techniques of developing a world class serve that is powerful and accurate. Non-Members sign up by calling Sean Tully at x297 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Fridays 11:00am - 12:00pm
Saturdays 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Member Cost: $25 
Non-member Cost: $35

 

Court Coverage with Darren Becker - (Open to Non-members)
Darren will uncover the details about how to move feet and where to go in between shots in a variety of court situations. Non-Members sign up by calling Darren Becker at x282 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Mondays 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tuesdays 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Member Cost: $25 
Non-member Cost: $35

 

Groove your Groundstrokes with Kempton Smith - (Open to Non-members)
Kempton will help you groove you groundstrokes and have a workout at the same time. Non-Members sign up by calling Kempton Smith at x289 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Members can sign up online or at the front desk (x254).

Wednesdays 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Member Cost: $25 
Non-member Cost: $35

 

Junior Tennis Program - (Open to Non-members)
Session I: September 14 to December 11 (12wk program)
Session II: January 4 to March 19 (10wk program)
Session III: March 22 to June 4 (12wk program)
Tiny Top Spinners (5-7 yrs): Wednesdays 2:45 to 3:30pm
Aces One (7-9 yrs ) Mondays & Fridays 3:30 to 4:30pm
Aces Two (7-9 yrs ) Tuesdays & Wednesdays 3:30 to 4:30pm
Junior Davis Cup (10+ yrs ) Beginner - Low Intermediate
Mondays & Tuesdays 4:30 to 6:00pm
Junior Tournament Training (10+ yrs ) Intermediate - Advanced
Wednesdays & Fridays 4:30 to 6:00pm

Sign up by calling John Kiley at x287 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


Lessons

We offer private and group tennis lessons that can be arranged at times mutually convenient for the student and tennis professional. The group lessons give an opportunity for members to work with players closely matched to their ability level, providing them with an excellent learning environment. Please call x 227 for more information or to schedule a lesson.

Cancellation Policy: Must contact your tennis pro by 10:00am the day before your lesson or you will be charged the cost of your lesson.

Check link on right column for lesson rates.


Social Events

Mix and Match - (Members Only)
The Mix and Match program is a weekly round robin bringing together players of similar levels for an hour and a half of doubles play at 30 minute timed intervals. Members must have a rating to participate in Mix and Match. For Questions, contact Steve Prosowski This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Sign-up begins one week before the program begins. Sign up at either the service desk, online or by calling 617-923-2255 ext 254.

Sundays: 2:00pm-3:30pm NTRP 3.0(-) and up
For Questions, contact Kempton Smith at x289 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
*No Sunday Mix and Match on Holiday weekends

Mondays: 10:30am-12:00pm NTRP 3.0 and 3.5
For Questions, contact Darren Becker at x282 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Wednesdays: 10:30pm-12:00pm NTRP 2.5-3.0 and 3.0-3.5
For Questions, contact Sean Tully at x297 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Thursdays: 8:30pm-10:00pm NTRP 3.5 and 4.0
For Questions, contact Sean Tully at x297 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Members must be rated before participating in the Mix and Match Program.

Member Cost: $15 

Friday Night Mixed Doubles Social - (Open to Non-members)
Times and dates TBA.

The level begins at NTRP 3.5 and up. Check-in and warm up begins at 7:00pm. Round Robin play is from 7:00pm-9:00pm and is followed by refreshments. 

Member Cost: TBA 
Non-member Cost: TBA


Competitive League Play

Women's Daytime Doubles League - (Members Only)
We offer the following women's doubles leagues which compete against other clubs throughout the Boston area:

The Winter League: The season runs October through March
The Spring League: The season runs April through mid-June

Both Leagues play matches on either Wednesday or Thursday from 9am- 12:30pm. Team practice is Monday and Tuesday mornings. Levels 3.5 and up. Contact Sheryl at x 298 or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Click here to check standings and for more information on the Dorothy Bruno Hills Indoor Tennis League >


Weekend Inter-Club League - (Members Only)
We field a Women's 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5 team that plays Saturdays from Noon-3:00pm. We also field a Men's 3.5, 4.5 and 5.0 team that plays Saturdays from 3:00pm-6:00pm.

The Weekend Inter-Club League begins in October and runs through April with playoffs in May.

CMASS Saturday Women's League Teams
Contact Nino at x 295 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

CMASS Saturday Men's League Teams
Contact Nino at x 295 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


Click here to check standings and for more information on the Central Mass Indoor Tennis Association >

 

MAC Team Tennis (MTT) - (Members Only)
The MTT league will be held on Sundays from 5:00pm-8pm October thru March. The level begins at NTRP 3.0 and up. This league is in a team format of Women and Men Singles and Mixed Doubles competition. Please contact Steve at x296 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

3:30pm-5:00pm: 3.0 and up
3:30pm-8:00pm: 3.5-4.0

Club Champion Tournaments - (Members Only)
We offer Club Championship Tournaments for singles, doubles and mixed doubles. For each tournament there are divisions for NTRP Levels 3.0-4.5. Applications are in the Lobby and should be filled out and returned to a service desk representative. Sign-up period is one month before the event. Please contact Nino at x295 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Singles:  October (TBA) 
Women's and Men's Doubles: February (TBA)
Mixed Doubles: February 5, 6, & 7


Ladder Play - (Members Only)
We offer competitive ladders for men and women at NTRP levels 3.0- 4.0 divisions. Match results are entered into the computer and rankings are updated every month. Sign-up at the Service Desk to participate. The Ladder coordinator is Steve x296 or e-mail him at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .