JUNIOR PROGRAMS

At Fairfield Tennis, our Junior Development Program offers a pathway for players of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're new to tennis at age 5, a high school player looking to improve or a high performance player, we have a program for you. Our structured approach ensures real-time feedback and world-class instruction. With six championship courts, our facility is air-conditioned and provides an ideal tennis environment!

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why your child should learn tennis with us

  • Catered to beginners to advanced players that provides structure and progressive approach to skill development

  • Receive guidance from experienced coaches who understand the specific needs and challenges of junior tennis players

  • Emphasize the importance of physical fitness by engaging in agility drills, strength training and cardio


 2024/2025 FALL/Winter Programs

Discover our exciting Fall/Winter programming schedule, designed to cater to players of all ages and abilities. From juniors as young as 4 to JV/Varsity tennis players aged 14-18 and high performance players, we have a variety of clinic options available. Clinics are organized into small groups, by age and level, with each stage color-coded to represent different age groups.

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Session Dates

  • 25-Week Program: 9/18/24 - 3/26/25

  • 15-Week Program:

    • Session 1: 9/18/24 -1/15/25

    • Session 2: 1/16/25 - 4/30/25

  • 10-Week Program:

    • Session 1: 9/18/24 - 11/26/24

    • Session 2: 12/4/24 - 2/19/25

    • Session 3: 2/26/25 - 4/30/25

    Note: No Clinics on 11/27/24 -12/1/24 and 12/23/24 -1/1/25


Tennis Tots (Ages: 3-4)

An introduction to tennis for our youngest players. Hand-eye coordination, basic movements, cooperation & fun games are all used to teach basic skills. This class is designed to introduce tennis in a fun way to help kids establish a love for the game. Court: 36ft

10 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 -11/26/24
Session 2: 12/4/24- 2/19/25
Session 3: 2/26/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $490 per session

  • *No Matchplay

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


Red Ball 1 (AGES 5-7)

This class teaches the fundamentals of tennis to very young beginners. Low compression red balls are used to encourage successful contact with the ball. Proper technique is emphasized along with racquet control, cooperation and movement. Lessons are incorporated into fun games to help children stay focused and interested while learning to play. Court: 36ft

10 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 -11/26/24
Session 2: 12/4/24- 2/19/25
Session 3: 2/26/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $490 per session

  • *No Matchplay

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

Red Ball 2 (AGES 5-7)

At the Red 2 level, this group focuses on development of topspin on both forehand and backhand groundstrokes, appropriate use of grips, including continental, and useful execution of tennis-specific footwork patterns (i.e. split step, side shuffle). Red 2 players will move to the final stage of the Red program with a much -improved understanding of how to “play” the game. Court: 36ft

10 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 -11/26/24
Session 2: 12/4/24- 2/19/25
Session 3: 2/26/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $490 per session

  • *No Matchplay

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


Orange Ball 1 (AGES 8-9)

Orange 1 is for both beginner and intermediate 9 and Under players ready to play on a slightly larger court. The classes are designed to continue building athletic skills while learning or refining the skills necessary to serve, rally and score. Before moving to the next level of the Orange program, these players will demonstrate an understanding of proper technique and maintain that technique during point and match play. Court: 60ft

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit
    *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

ORANGE Ball 2 (AGES 8-9)

They are learning to become actively engaged in their own development and their competitive interests are rising. The group is fundamentally sound in both movement and technique and are beginning to work on more advanced patterns of play utilizing the larger court space. Dynamic balance, experimentation with various tactics and strategies and development of "weapons" all become a part of the tennis player's game. Court: 60ft

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit
    *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


GREEN ball 1 (AGES 10-11)

Green 1 is designed for beginner to intermediate level players ages 10-11. Players learn how to properly position themselves to execute groundstrokes and volleys, hit with purpose, serve and ultimately sustain a rally of varying speed and duration.

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit

  • *No Matchplay Included

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

GREEN ball 2 (AGES 10-11)

Green 2 builds on the skills and mechanics mastered in Orange 1, Orange 2 or Green 1. Specifically, each player learns to develop areas of strength in their game and learns how to use them to their advantage. Players in Green Transition compete in tournaments, team tennis and interscholastic competition.

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit

  • *No Matchplay Included

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


yellow ball 1 (AGES 12+)

Intro to Yellow Ball is for beginner 12+ year old players who need to learn tennis fundamentals. The classes are designed to build athletic skills while learning or refining the skills necessary to serve, rally and score. Before moving to the next level of the Yellow program, these players will demonstrate an understanding of proper technique and maintain that technique while playing out points and games.

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit

  • *No Matchplay Included

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

yellow ball 2 (AGES 12+)

This group focuses on development of topspin on both forehand and backhand groundstrokes, appropriate use of grips, including continental, and useful execution of tennis-specific footwork patterns (i.e. split step, side shuffle). Rally players will move to the final stages of the Green program while recognizing “open court” spaces. Rally is an ideal program for reinforcement of beginner skills.

15-Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

60-min clinic, once a week

  • Cost: $945 per session
    3 monthly payments of $248 after $200 deposit

  • *No Matchplay Included

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

High School JV (AGES 12+)

This clinic is dedicated to providing an opportunity for intermediate level teenage players to progress their skills in a fun and competitive environment. Players who participate in this program must have prior experience and should have aspirations of playing High School tennis. Stroke development, footwork, doubles and singles strategies will all be covered during the course of the session.

25 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 – 3/26/25

One 90-min clinic, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $3,375
    6 monthly payments of $530 after $200 deposit

Two 90-min clinics, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $4,535 (10% savings)
    6 monthly payments of $867 after $200 deposit

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


Tennis Academy

This pathway program is for tournament players with good work ethics. We will focus on discipline, problem solving, repetition, consistency and critical thinking during competition.


Green Ball Academy (AGES 8-11) 

For intermediate and low advanced players with good work ethics and competitive mindset.

15 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

One 90-min clinic, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $1,890
    3 monthly payments of $563 after $200 deposit

Two 90-min clinics, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $3,000 (10% savings
    3 monthly payments of $933 after $200 deposit

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

Yellow Ball Academy (AGES 12-13) 

For advanced players with good work ethics and competitive mindset.

15 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 - 1/15/25
Session 2: 1/16/25- 4/30/25

One 90-min clinic, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $1,890
    3 monthly payments of $563 after $200 deposit

Two 90-min clinics, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $3,000 (10% savings)
    3 monthly payments of $933 after $200 deposit

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late

High School Academy (AGES 14-17) 

For advanced players with good work ethics and competitive mindset.

25 Week Program

One 90-min clinic, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $2,850
    6 monthly payments of $530 after $200 deposit

Two 90-min clinics, 90-min match play per week

  • Cost: $5,400
    6 monthly payments of $867 after $200 deposit

  • *Clinics will be prorated if joining late


Junior USTA team practices

For players who want to gain match experience. We focus on doubles and singles strategy, sportsmanship, and proper court etiquette to prepare for matches and tournaments.

15 Week Program
Session 1: 9/18/24 – 1/15/25

  • Fri 3:00-4:00 pm (U16)

  • Fri 4:00-5:00 pm (U14)

  • Fri 5:00-6:00 pm (U12)

Cost:

  • 1 hour once a week

  • $495 per session

  • $35 per match

-Cost of competitive matches not included
-Matches played on weekends
-$100 deposit is required

  How to Register

 
 

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210 Old Dam Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

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(203) 254-0440

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