Tennis – Online Registration for 2021 is now open! ALL COURTS WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FROM 4/26 – 4/30 FROM 8:30 AM – 6PM

Storrs Pond Recreation Area offers four hard-surface tennis courts for visitors to use.

Registration for 2021 summer tennis programs at Storrs Pond is underway. Due to Covid, space will be limited. Contact me to be placed on a waiting list if the session is full. Morning lessons 3-6 yr old, USTA under 10 programs, Afternoon Jr Camp (ages 9-15) are all open for online registration at StorrsPond.org. For more information contact Tennis Director, Billy Pontious at billy@storrspondtennis.com or 603/643-1663.

Our goal is to make the tennis courts at Storrs Pond a great place for Upper Valley kids to spend their summer. We have programs for all ages and abilities and want to make sure kids learn sound tennis skills, develop a love of the game and enjoy time on the courts with their friends and families.

2021 Doubles with a Pro sign-ups will be taken a week in advance and by email or phone only. This will allow more new players to participate. thank you for understanding.

2021 HIGHLIGHTS

Morning Session 8 – 9am (One-hour introduction to tennis for beginners)
Morning Junior Tennis Camp (10 and Under): Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Afternoon Junior Tennis Camp (9 to 15 years old): Monday – Friday from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
2021 Junior Round Robin: Every Saturday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm with a cookout!
Monday and Friday Night Doubles with a Pro: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Weekend Fundraising Tournaments
Friday Travel Matches (Junior competition at local clubs)
Open Court Time: Daily from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Programs and Registration Forms

Morning Sessions:
An introduction to the game of tennis that is just right for young children and beginning players. Classes are Monday to Thursday for one hour. 8:00 am – 9:00 am for 3 – 10 year olds. Students will learn basic strokes and tennis skills through age appropriate drills and games. The USTA 10 and Under Tennis Method will be used for players 10 and under.
Register Online or Download Registration Form.
Program runs weekly from June 7 to August 26. Cost is $50 per week for members or $60 for non-members.
Morning Junior Tennis Camp (10 And Under):
For younger players who want to improve their game. Camps will utilize the USTA 10 and Under format with short courts and soft balls. Kids will focus on skill development and match play with an emphasis on fun that will foster success and a love of the game.
Register Online or Download Registration Form.
Camp runs 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Monday to Friday, from June 7 to August 27. Cost is $165 per week for members, $190 for non-members. BONUS – add one private lesson per week for an additional $25. Please contact Tennis Director (Billy Pontious) to arrange for a camp private lesson.
Afternoon Junior Tennis Camp (Ages 9 to 15):
Take your game to the next level and have an awesome time! Storrs Pond Junior Tennis Camp runs Monday to Friday from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Monday to Thursday focus on skill development, and Friday players travel to Quechee and other Upper Valley clubs for match practice. BONUS – add one private lesson per week for an additional $25. Please contact Tennis Director (Billy Pontious) to arrange for a camp private lesson.
Click here for more info on SPJTC!
Register Online or Download Registration Form.
The program runs weekly from June 7 to August 27. Cost is $225 per week for members, $250 for non-members.
Saturday Junior Round Robins:
Join us Saturdays from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm for round robin match play and a cookout! Great way to improve your game and spend time with friends. Cost is $10 for the day. Ages 8 – 16.
Doubles with a Pro:
Focus on doubles strategy from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Monday and Friday with our Doubles with a Pro play. Players will be grouped by level. Open to adult level 3.0 and above. Sign up on Mondays one week in advance – Please call or email Billy Pontious to reserve your spot.
The program runs June 14 to August 27. Cost is $25 per person. Stay and enjoy more play or potluck.
Private and Group Lessons:
Private and semi-private lessons are available with head pro Billy Pontious. Rates are $50 per hour for private lessons and $60 per hour for semi-private (up to 3 people). Call the Tennis Hut, (603) 643-1663 or email Billy@StorrsPondTennis.com to schedule.
Community Tennis Association (CTA) Adult Teams
Storrs Pond hosts several men’s and women’s CTA teams. The teams practice weekly and play weekly matches against local teams on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from mid-May until early August. At the end of the season, there will be a tournament and celebration at Quechee Club. If you are a 3.0 – 5.0 level player interested in joining a CTA team, contact Billy@StorrsPondTennis.com or call the Tennis Hut at (603) 643-1663. Click here to register and purchase your membership.
Waiver and Release of Liability Form

Rain Date Policy

If any program sessions are rained out during the week, we will make up that day during future sessions. If more than one day needs to be made up, you may choose another day in a future session. Please let us know in advance those days to be used for make-ups.

Tennis Instructors

Billy Pontious

Billy Pontious has been the Director of Storrs Pond Tennis for the past 17 years. His friendly style and strong tennis skills are recognized throughout the Upper Valley. He has been the coach of both the Hanover High School Girls Varsity team (1997-2002) and the Hanover Junior Varsity Boys and Girls Teams (present). Billy is a USPTA Certified Developmental Coach.

Bob Riessen

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Bob Riessen on December 13th, 2019. Bob was a long-time member of the Storrs Pond Tennis Community, a coach, a mentor to players of all ages, and held an integral role in the expansion of the SPRA Tennis Program. We are planning to honor Bob’s life and his contributions to the tennis community this summer; more details to follow.

A memorial service was held on February 8th, 2020 at the Norwich Congregational Church at 1 pm, followed by a reception at the Norwich Inn.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Storrs Pond Tennis Program, Hanover Improvement Society, 57 South Main Street, PO Box 106, Hanover, NH 03755.