jeremiadOtiose t1_j8wnxf2 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 2:13 PM

i tell beginners/intermediates to watch the videos on youtube by the user "fuzzy yellow balls". it's all free on yt and excellent.

maybe do some group lessons or clinics. mike mercier at harvard has them everyday at the murr center at the main harvard athletic complex in allston, i don't think you need to be an affiliate to join.

CanYouHost t1_j8wqf8u wrote on February 17, 2023 at 2:31 PM

If I were an affiliate should I go?

jeremiadOtiose t1_j8x0gf1 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 3:40 PM

i don't think you need to be, only if you wanted to book the courts, but not for the clinics. i know he does private/group lessons too. he's a good guy who has been around forever, highly recommended. i have no idea what he currently charges though but back when i was a student, i think each hour long clinic was like $5, i left boston ~15 years ago after finishing my fellowship.

CaterpillarMotor1593 t1_j8wlif5 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 1:55 PM

I also wanted to get into tennis without ever playing before so I signed up for classes at CCAE.

The price was very reasonable and the instructor was good. I’m still bad at tennis, but I improved so much.

It’s only 4 classes, but the instructor kept giving us classes until it was too cold to play outside.

CanYouHost t1_j8wridg wrote on February 17, 2023 at 2:39 PM

How much was it if you don’t mind?

CaterpillarMotor1593 t1_j8wt8pq wrote on February 17, 2023 at 2:51 PM

$110

ux-we-x t1_j8xkk63 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 5:48 PM

Once the classes are over how did you keep up with the game? Did CCAE help you find a group that you can meet regularly/ practice with?

I’m worried that I won’t be able to practice and get better after the 4 sessions get over. :(

CaterpillarMotor1593 t1_j8z4nk1 wrote on February 18, 2023 at 12:06 AM

No, the instructor told us he could continue with the classes. But I haven’t practiced since thanksgiving since he only teaches outdoor.

mahhkk t1_j8wv2x9 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 3:04 PM

RIP Mount Auburn Club, that would have been my recommendation!

jeremiadOtiose t1_j8x0vp8 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 3:42 PM

ahhhh, what happened?? speaking of which, isn't there a private tennis club across the street from mount auburn hospital? the place where they have ice skating there in the winter...

Mr_Pathfinder t1_j8xhph0 wrote on February 17, 2023 at 5:30 PM

Hoyt field almost daily from like 10 in the morning till dark lots of tennis players. I'm sure some people over there will be willing to help. Plus there is a big practice wall between the basketball court and the tennis court.

CanYouHost t1_j8zer4i wrote on February 18, 2023 at 1:25 AM

Any instructors/clubs in the area?

Mr_Pathfinder t1_j8zwbcx wrote on February 18, 2023 at 3:54 AM

I'm not sure but lots of friends going to play young and old. I'm sure they can give you advice on trainers or clubs

Never picked up a racket in my life, but want to get into tennis at this late stage. I understand that it’s the type of sport that you need an instructor for, any good trainers or clubs in the area?

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