New to Cambridge? Start here:
Join PlayYourCourt Cambridge Tennis on Meetup.com (547 members) for weekly social tennis. TennisNorthEast.com connects you with 30+ partners based on skill level and location. PlayYourCourt.com offers skill-based matching with no commitments. Cambridge Tennis Club members access round robins and social events.
Most Cambridge public courts are free and first-come, first-served (dawn to dusk). Try Joan Lorentz Park (near Harvard Square T-stop), Danehy Park (3 parking lots), or Hoyt Field. MIT duPont courts use walk-up sign-up sheets posted 3 days ahead. For guaranteed times, Cambridge Tennis Club offers visitor rates.
Book private lessons ($45-65/hour) through MyTennisLessons.com, CoachUp.com, or PlayYourCourt.com. Cambridge Tennis Club offers clinics for all levels. Nike Tennis Camp at MIT provides group programs for youth and adults.
USTA New England Social Tennis League offers divisions: Beginner (2.0-2.5), Recreational (2.5-3.5), Intermediate (3.5-4.0). Contact: socialtennis@newengland.usta.com. TennisNorthEast.com partner program matches by skill level. PlayYourCourt and Meetup groups welcome all abilities.
All Cambridge public courts are open dawn to dusk, year-round. First-come, first-served. View all locations at cambridgema.gov/iwantto/findanathleticcourt.
USTA League New England - 15,000 players in Eastern Massachusetts. Adult and Mixed divisions, 4 age groups, Tri-Level and Combo options. usta.com/newengland
New England Social Tennis League - Ages 21-40. Four divisions:
Contact: socialtennis@newengland.usta.com
New England Flex Leagues - Schedule matches at your convenience. usta.com/newengland/flex-leagues
Average cost: $45-65/hour for private lessons. Group lessons and packages available.
Note: There are 8 tennis racquet stringers serving Cambridge, MA. The shops listed above are the most established with full services.
Cambridge is home to MIT and Harvard, creating a vibrant tennis community with world-class facilities and intellectual passion for the game. The concentration of universities attracts players from around the globe.
Most courts are within walking distance of T-stops (subway). Joan Lorentz Park is under 10 minutes from Harvard Square. Danehy Park is near Alewife Station. No car needed.
Unlike many cities, Cambridge offers numerous free public courts in every neighborhood. First-come, first-served means visitors can play without reservations or fees.
With 547-member Meetup groups, USTA leagues for all ages, and weekly social tennis events, visitors can easily find hitting partners and join the community. Cambridge players are welcoming and organized.
Cambridge Tennis Club's 5 har-tru clay courts are a New England landmark. Clay court tennis is rare in the region, making this a special experience for visitors who enjoy this surface.
MIT's 4-court indoor facility and Harvard's Murr Center provide winter tennis. The indoor season runs September through May, ensuring play in all seasons.
Specialty tennis shops in Belmont and Newton offer same-day stringing, equipment, and expert advice. Tennis travelers can handle gear emergencies quickly.