Trumbull JUNIOR PROGRAMS

At Trumbull Racquet Club, 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!

When you are ready to register or have any questions about any of our junior programs, click here.

For information on our High Performance Program, click here.

For information on private lessons, click here.

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 and conditioning by engaging in agility drills, strength training and cardio

 2024/2025 FALL & Winter

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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Tennis Tots (Ages: 4-5)

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.
6:1 pro/student ratio. Court: 36ft

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.
6:1 pro/student ratio. Court: 36ft

Red Ball 2 (Ages 5-8)

At the Red 2 level, lesson plans are designed to introduce the second level of Trumbull Racquet Club tennis competencies. This group focuses on the 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, including the ability to “move” the ball (especially side to side) while recognizing “open court” spaces.
6:1 player to pro ratio. Court: 36ft

Orange Ball 1 (Ages 8-10)

Orange 1 is for both beginner and intermediate 10 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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: 60ft

Orange Ball 2 (Ages 8-10)

Orange Ball 2 players 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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: 60ft

Green 1 (Ages 11-13)

Green 1 is taught using a rally-based curriculum and focuses on developing sending and receiving skills, sound footwork, racquet mechanics and incorporating comparable athletic skills developed in other sports. 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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: Full Size

Green 2 (Ages 11-13) 

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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: Full Size

Yellow 1 (Ages 13+)

Yellow 1 is taught using a rally-based curriculum and focuses on developing sending and receiving skills, sound footwork, racquet mechanics and incorporating comparable athletic skills developed in other sports. 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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: Full Size 

Yellow 2 (Ages 13+) 

Yellow 2 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. 4:1 player to pro ratio. Court: Full Size

JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS & TEAM PRACTICES

For players committed to weekly practice supervised by a pro. We focus on doubles & singles strategy, sportsmanship and proper court etiquette to prepare for matches against other club teams. All matches are accompanied by a pro or parent coach. 1 to 1.5 hour practice once a week.

HIGH SCHOOL POINT PLAY

A fast moving, game-based doubles clinic for juniors ages 13+ who are either on their high school tennis team or aspire to be!  Players must be enrolled in a current junior clinic here at TRC.

  How to Register

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35 LINDEMAN DR, TRUMBULL, CT 06611

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(203) 374-8622

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