Twenty-four people showed up for a social round-robin on a Monday morning during my last visit to Waterville Valley Resort. The fee was $2/person for members and Waterville pass-holders to cover the cost of balls. Pairings were done by handing out playing cards: as a red 3 I played with another red 3 against the two black threes, and before the morning ended I’d played with or against most of the other players, most of whom seemed to be locals or second home owners.
Terraced into a grassy hillside and surrounded by forested mountains, Waterville’s 18 red-clay courts rank, among the most beautiful places I’ve played. The resort encourages guests to take advantage of the tennis and many other outdoor activities by offering a special “Summer Unlimited” package through several of the lodges and condominiums. The pass that comes with it affords everyone in the room complimentary access to everything from tennis and golf to bike rentals, athletic club facilities, watersports on the pond, the chairlift to the top of the mountain (where there are hiking and mountain biking trails), and even ice skating. With so much recreation available, it’s comforting not to have to think about cost each time you take up an activity.
The resort itself huddles in the valley. At its core stands a Town Square, a collection of shops and restaurants set beside a pond that spills over a rocky flume into a creek. Inns, lodges, and condo complexes fan out around it.
Not many resorts can trace their enthusiasm for tennis back more than a century. Waterville Valley still has the red-clay court that first lured players to this part of New Hampshire’s White Mountains as long ago as 1884. Now a sunken stadium with grassy berms, it has been in continuous use ever since. What has changed over the last century is the size of its complex: now there are 18 red-clay courts and another two synthetic grass indoors at the nearby Athletic Club. Tennis remains, after more than 110 years, a reason to visit. Tennis director Tom Gross, Jr., who trained with Rod Laver, Roy Emerson, and Lew Hoad among other legends, owns the tennis complex and the Athletic Club and runs it with an eye to satisfying the families of avid players who vacation there during New Hampshire’s glorious summers and fall.
Tennis Staff: Born in New England, Gross showed considerable talent as a child, winning his first tournament at age 6 and then going on to play for New England College while majoring in creative writing and history. But his love of teaching tennis determined his direction. “I made a commitment at 14, 15 years old to teach,” he remembers. “While friends of mine were playing the New England juniors, I was teaching.” During the tennis boom, he first taught for Laver-Emerson Tennis Holidays and then became its national director when Emerson left. He still employs much of their methodology in his teaching and clinics. He tends to focus on such things as preparation, contact, and follow-through r”ather than on the intricate details of technique. His first question for anyone taking a lesson is often “what’s your playing schedule?” That answer determines his approach to teaching. “If someone plays only once a week, then you have to be careful to take what they have an make them better,” Gross notes. “If they have time to practice, then you can be a little more creative.” Above all strives to keep it fun.
Tennis Programs: Each morning during the summer the tennis center schedules 90-minute clinics for adults and juniors. Those are followed by well-attended adult round robins, which take place daily, and by another for juniors, which takes place three times a week. Game matching tends to be rather more perfunctory: there is a “Looking for a Game” board and when pressed the staff may try to help but tends to rely more on natural selection of the clinics and round robins to bring guests together. There is some kind of tournament almost every summer weekend. The pro shop, a tiny timber structure with a deck overlooking the courts, has all the services you’re likely to need. For details about the programs, see Waterville Tennis.
Court fees: No charge for those on “Summer Unlimited” packages; otherwise, $50/hour for singles, $50 for 90 minutes of doubles.
Waterville Valley Resort is also home to New England Tennis Holidays at Waterville, which offers 2-to-5-day tennis camps from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
Off Court
Golf Courses: The resort has a 9-hole golf course, which winds around the valley floor; however guests also have privileges at the public Owl’s Nest Golf Course in Thornton, roughly a dozen miles away. Designed by Cornish, Silva & Mungeam, Inc., this 6,818-yard, par 72 championship course follows the natural topography of the Pemigewasset River and the White Mountain National Forest. It has five sets of tees on each hole, bentgrass fairways and manicured greens, which makes it accessible to golfers of any skill level.
Spa & Fitness Center: The Athletic Club has swimming pools, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, an indoor jogging track, and a selection of weights and cardiovascular equipment. Massages are also available.
Kayaks, pedal boats, and canoes are available for use on Corcoran’s Pond, there are mountain bike trails and a mountain-bike park, an ice-skating rink, hiking trails to the summits of the valley’s 4,000-foot peaks, and a gymnasium for basketball and indoor floor hockey.
Children's programs: Waterville runs a summer recreation camp for children ages 4 to 16. Activities vary by age, including some specifically for teens. The resort also operates a free valley-wide shuttle bus to make getting around easy.
Dining: There are half a dozen places to eat in Waterville, from delis and pizzerias to seafood and steaks in the Wild Coyote Grill at the Athletic Club
Accommodations
Rooms in Waterville Valley range from simple accommodations for 2 in a country inn to 3-bedroom condos capable of sleeping 6.
Getting there
Seasons: The outdoor tennis season runs from June through October, though play is possible indoors year-round.
Travel Instructions: The nearest airport is Manchester, NH, 70 miles to the south. Other options are: Boston, 130 miles; Montreal, 225 miles; and New York, 325 miles.
Waterville Valley is a great place to play outdoor tennis on red clay courts with the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire setting the scene. The mid-week tennis socials and the weekend round robins are fun and the tennis instruction by Tom Gross is excellent.
HT
The well-maintained red clay courts are in a beautiful setting. The Head Pro, Tom Gross, is by far the most knowledgeable and skilled tennis pro I have ever worked with. He builds upon your strengths, always finds ways to improve my game, and creates a friendly and fun atmosphere.
DC
Great place for tennis. Plenty of red clay courts and exceptional instruction from the pro, Tom Gross. Highly recommend.
CW
Waterville Valley is a hidden gem in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. If you are looking for a tennis vacation, there is no better place to book from June-September and if you are interested in private, semi-private lessons or group clinics be sure to contact head pro Tom Gross to book. For restaurants, I would recommend Coyote Grill who has a phenomenal chef and seasonal menu that is sure to please. Enjoy!!!
KW
My family has a place in Waterville Valley and are all avid tennis players. Whenever we visit, we always end up at the tennis courts, playing on their beautiful indoor courts and finishing at the Coyote Grill for a fabulous meal and the best service. We love it so much that Sean has even catered special events for us! The tennis courts and all the activities around them make for such a fun social atmosphere! P.S. Check out the Pro Shop. You can’t leave without a great sweatshirt!!
PW
Outstanding tennis just two hours north of Boston, unbelievable, tennis lessons, surrounded by beautiful, serene mountains, 18 Clay tennis courts in beautiful condition, we had a great experience there last summer, and heading back again this summer, it’s the people that make a Resort! Great people to play with, and lots to do outside tennis, hiking, mountain, biking, road, riding, fishing, kayaking, great restaurants, and all-around beautiful little spot, nestled in the mountains. Highly recommended.
SW
NETH under Duncan is completely revitalized and an outstanding tennis experience. The Pros are fantastic. They keep it fun and challenging, and they really care about you getting better. They video you and critique your form (nicely!), they give you drills, they set up point drills, and they have you play matches. The “Beat the Pros” warm-up drill is a camp favorite. Lots of running around, but also with purpose. The setting is amazing, surrounded by mountains, and the courts are well maintained. The accommodations are mostly for skiers, so pretty basic. I highly recommend for most anyone. Absolute beginners can be accommodated I think, but it’s probably not going to be that much fun unless you’ve had a few lessons before you get there. Overall, I can’t say enough good things about the place, especially since Duncan took over last year.
MN
Been attending NETH for a number of years with the same group of friends. Wonderful instructors, great tennis, and a gorgeous setting. 100% recommend.
MP
First time at Waterville was last year, but heading back again this year. Duncan and the staff are fantastic and really make for a great getaway. Lots of tennis, laughs, inclusion at whatever level you need. They find a way to include all different levels and keep it challenging. Want to be in a great setting? They have that aplenty; try to stay focused on the ball though. The staff will mix it up and make sure as an individual or a group you are all having fun. Everyone in our group wanted to book next year while we were still there.
MP
First time at Waterville was last year, but heading back again this year. Duncan and the staff are fantastic and really make for a great getaway. Lots of tennis, laughs, inclusion at whatever level you need. They find a way to include all different levels and keep it challenging. Want to be in a great setting? They have that aplenty; try to stay focused on the ball though. The staff will mix it up and make sure as an individual or a group you are all having fun. Everyone in our group wanted to book next year while we were still there.
FV
While vacationing in Waterville valley, I took one lesson with Tom Gross. After just a few minutes of hitting he made a few suggestions to improve my shots, and the outcome was stunning. This one hour was transformational for me, and several of my shots have significantly improved. I highly recommend lessons with Tom if you happen to be in Waterville valley. And the facilities are top-notch….
DB
I can’t recommend Waterville Valley enough. I went on the recommendation of my friend (and local Rhode Island tennis coach). We had a super comfortable and easy stay at the Golden Eagle lodge (which comes with a coupon card that gives discounts all around the resort). The sports center with pools and all dining options were great. We are even typically a challenging group because we’re vegan but there were plenty of options for us for a long weekend. The tennis facility is located between gorgeous mountain views and it’s all clay. The instructor was super knowledgeable and was able to take a group of mixed players and give us all a great experience at the same time. I also enrolled my small children in the junior clinics and they had a blast! I cannot wait to return (and even chatted with the local realtors up there). Also, I forgot my jacket in the pro shop and the instructor was kind enough to mail it back to me. Does service get better than that? TENNIS PUN INTENDED!
NC
Tom Gross did a great job with our group lesson. I would absolutely do it again, he is a superb educator and instructor.
KC
Highly recommended! Enjoyed the clinics run by Tom Gross and playing on the red clay.
LH
Great tennis resort! Amazing tennis instructor! Clinics are fun and incredibly helpful. Courts are surrounded by beautiful scenery. A must go tennis destination!
AS
Tom Gross is the best.
MP
My partner and I only had a day to spend in Waterville Valley on our trip through the mountains. The views, the courts, and especially the time spent with Tom were a vacation highlight.
DR
Excellent tennis instruction with Tom Gross, excellent weather, great clay courts. Learned so much in 4 day 1 1/2 hour sessions. Great all around vacation spot for adults and kids.
CS
If you are going to visit Waterville Valley you have to take a lesson with the head pro, Tom. He has worked with the best of the best in the industry and his teaching techniques are phenomenal. And the view from the courts is spectacular.
MS
The Waterville Valley Tennis Center is tremendous. Lots of well kept courts with a beautiful panoramic view. The tennis pro, Tom Gross, is phenomenal. He works with what you have and you see the immediate results. He makes the clinics and private lessons lots of fun while working you hard. Pro shop is small but has everything you need. When you are done with tennis, Waterville Valley offers lots of other activities like pickleball, paddle boarding, kayaks, hiking, biking, relaxing at the great athletic center’s indoor and outdoor pools. We like the nine hole golf course as well. Our favorite part is just parking our car when we arrive and walking or biking to all the activities Waterville has to offer. Just enjoyed a great weekend with another family in the Valley.
AA
Wherever you live, visiting Waterville Valley is always a treat for tennis lovers and non-tennis lovers alike. Even if you aren’t really into tennis, you could always try pickleball and go to the many awesome locations. The Scenery is beautiful, full of lush green mountains and hills. In the tennis resort, it has 18 different clay courts, all very well kept and in pristine condition. In the pro shop, the keepers always greet you with a smile and a wave. The instructors are awesome, always knowing multiple aspects of the game and always making sure everyone improves to some degree before letting people go. The pro shop has everything a tennis player could need, from merch to hats. All in all, an excellent resort and a must-see for all!
AL
18 beautiful red clay courts set at the base of a mountain. Very relaxed atmosphere in the clinic but Tom Gross hones in on key points to help your stroke and your mental game. Convenient to Boston and highly recommended.
SM
What an amazing spot. Breathtaking scenery in the White Mountains. Tom, the tennis pro, is an amazing coach. He had me hitting better in an hour, while laughing the entire time. Can’t wait to get back.
CM
Everything is exceptional about NETH. Duncan and his staff did a superb job during a three-dasy camp that my three doubles partners and I attended. Anthony and JJ are excellent instructors who took the time to work with each of us individually, as well as a group. Can’t speak highly enough about them.
KG
I really love this place! It’s not too far. 2-1/2 to 3hours drive from Providence. The mountains in the background look so wonderful. I like the different drills they have which help us with different parts of our game. They also do video’s of us executing our forehands, backhands, serves. This is so good. It really helps to understand what you can improve since you can see this on the video. I really like it there and have been going 10 years I think!! I recommend it highly.
AM
Duncan and his assistants JJ and Anthony, provided some of the best coaching we have ever had. They are all very nice, know how to give constructive feedback that wasn’t overwhelming, make the drills/games fun and have tennis tips that most of us had never heard before. It blew our minds how much we learned on the first day, then the second day surpassed the first! Gorgeous, peaceful area with so many things to do outside. Must stop by the DAM Brewhouse in Campton good; Mad River Coffee has excellent coffee and food.
GD
The head pro and owner is a large part of the experience, friendly, very knowledgeable and most of all an amazing master-coach. The courts are surrounded by the picturesque White Mountains. You’ll have a lot of fun and learn a lot from a very experienced coach.
HP
We have been visiting Waterville Valley Tennis Center a few times a year since we discovered it in 2019. The tennis center has 18 tennis courts with superb views of the mountains, and it is run by Tom Gross. You can sign up for clinics or private lessons (individual or group) at the tennis center for a fee or be matched with a partner if you just need someone to play with. Tom is a world-class tennis coach, and he has been helping me a lot with my volleys, serves, and mental game. Waterville has lots of activities, but tennis was the draw for us, and it exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend visiting Waterville Valley Tennis Center and a lesson with the legendary Tom Gross!
MG
Beautiful setting. Great courts. Tom Gross is an excellent instructor. Friendly staff. Nice people (visitors and residents).
AF
We absolutely love the resort and the area, so much so that we’ve been thinking about buying a place nearby. Unfortunately for us, we are not the only ones! Everyone who experiences the Waterville Valley Resort falls in love with it.
GW
Tom Gross is an exceptional teaching Pro. I’ve had instruction from some of the world’s best doubles players (including grand slam winners) and Tom immediately noticed a flaw in the way I was hitting a one-hand backhand that no one had ever mentioned to me. It was easily corrected and made an immediate difference in depth and consistency. Hardly any more unforced errors after correction. Thank you, Tom!
TK
This is our third tennis camp with New England Tennis Holidays!!! We LOVE their program!! It’s so much fun and outstanding instruction!! Dave, Chris and Duncan are great tennis teachers and we learned so much!! So grateful to have this wonderful experience!!! Thank you to Kurt and Clare!!
DM
Excellent instruction with plenty of individual coaching within the group setting. The coaches were very knowledgeable, accomplished and patient with the variety of skill levels in the camp. The drills were diverse, skillful and fun. Because of rain, we used the indoor facility which was very nice. In pleasant weather, I can picture how the mountain setting surrounding the outdoor clay courts provides a beautiful back drop. We stayed at the Valley Inn. The accommodations were very nice and reasonably priced.
JP
The Waterville Valley Resort and tennis center is a true gem. I can’t think of a more picturesque place to play. I love their clay courts in a scenic spot on the valley floor surrounded by 4000 ft peaks. Tom Gross is an exceptional teacher and coach and gave me the best lessons I’ve ever had. He is committed to improving your fundamentals and he has an engaging and positive style that makes you want to learn and improve. The tennis community in the valley was very open and welcoming to vacationers and I had no trouble finding matches and having a great experience. It’s a special place.
CD
I had an excellent private tennis lesson – some of the best instruction I have ever had. Very skilled at observing and assessing my game and making just the right recommendations and adjustments to get me hitting well and consistently. The courts are well maintained and plentiful.
BR
Waterville Valley Tennis has been a real highlight for me these last 2 summers. Tom gives so many great pointers to improve my game. Love his instruction. Social tennis was really fun . Everyone was so nice. Can not wait till next summer for my next trip up!
KS
Our family of 6 tennis players had a great time in Waterville Valley. We rented a house near the tennis center for two weeks. My kids participated in the kids clinics, my teens took lessons, and my husband and I participated in adult clinics, lessons, and the round robins which happened four times a week. It was a very easy place to connect with other players and a very welcoming community. We got really great advice that has stuck with us — we have been asking ourselves “What would Tom say?” regularly since our time there.
KP
Tom Gross provided the most understandable tips that immediately improved my game in my 40 years of taking tennis lessons around the world. I live in Houston and am a 4.25 level player. I highly recommend Tom Gross and Waterville Valleys smooth playing red clay courts to have fun and improve your game.
JP
We wanted to get out of the heat and play tennis. Tom Gross is an amazing pro really helped my game. The courts are red clay and are well maintained. I recommend this place for a fun getaway.
MO
This was the second NE Tennis Holidays Camp that I have attended in 2021. The program was over 3 days and had daily focus on specific types of shots and different play situations. The instruction is very precise with individual feedback that builds on what you are currently doing well, rather than a wholesale retooling of your game. The camp is held on the red clay courts in Waterville Valley NH, a tremendously beautiful location and had 2 indoor courts that were used on the last day, due to rain.
HR
Stunning scenery and the courts were in great condition, even after days of rain. Tom was a great instructor who knows exactly how to improve your game. Overall a really great place and experience.
GD
Terrific time at NETH at Waterville. Coaches were excellent and really knew their stuff. Beautiful setting, red clay courts and a good indoor facility – we had one day of rain. Probably the best instruction I’ve ever received, complete with video analysis of FH, BH, volley & serve. Instructors were friendly and encouraged everyone to have fun while making insightful adjustments to strokes and footwork. Overall, an A++ experience.
IR
Had a great weekend in the heart of the White Mountains. The scenery is so beautiful, you’ll stop mid-game to enjoy. Friendly staff, captained by the legend, Tom Gross. I’m a solid 4.5 and his tune up of my game was just what I needed.
OF
High level instruction, fun atmosphere
DB
Everyone is there for the same purpose, to get better and perfect your skills. The team staff was extremely experienced, they kept the tennis moving along from day to day. This was my first experience for tennis camp and I along with my 3 wonderful ladies had a fabulous time. I believe moving forward we will be doing this camp every year! Great people and professional!.
CY
The lodging exceeded my expectation. Everyone was extremely nice and friendly. The facility was not the modern style but was kept meticulously clean. The tennis camp was an excellent experience. All the pros are very helpful and provided valuable suggestions on all sorts of little things to improve our games. These are things that I was not aware of but that little tweak made big difference in control and skill. I would recommend the New England Tennis Holiday camp to anyone who is looking to improve their tennis games. Kurt and the entire staff are exceptional.
HC
Great coaching staff! I learned so much in such a short amount of time. The courts were beautiful with amazing views of the NH mountains. We stayed at the Valley Inn in one of the two bedroom units and it was perfect for our small group to enjoy some rest and relaxation after a full day of tennis.
HC
Great coaching staff! I learned so much in such a short amount of time. The courts were beautiful with amazing views of the NH mountains. We stayed at the Valley Inn in one of the two bedroom units and it was perfect for our small group to enjoy some rest and relaxation after a full day of tennis.
KR
Tom was a great instructor. He did not overwhelm me with changes, but made slight adjustments each day. By the 4th day my forehand and backhand strokes had improved greatly. My serves now have quite a bit more power and accuracy. Will certainly do more private lessons later this summer.
DD
This is a great tennis camp! The pros are excellent very friendly, professional, and make the 5 hours of tennis camp very enjoyable. The pros should separate those that travel with other people so people can play with everyone and not the same people.
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350 Reviews on “Waterville Valley Resort”
Waterville Valley is a great place to play outdoor tennis on red clay courts with the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire setting the scene. The mid-week tennis socials and the weekend round robins are fun and the tennis instruction by Tom Gross is excellent.
The well-maintained red clay courts are in a beautiful setting. The Head Pro, Tom Gross, is by far the most knowledgeable and skilled tennis pro I have ever worked with. He builds upon your strengths, always finds ways to improve my game, and creates a friendly and fun atmosphere.
Great place for tennis. Plenty of red clay courts and exceptional instruction from the pro, Tom Gross. Highly recommend.
Waterville Valley is a hidden gem in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. If you are looking for a tennis vacation, there is no better place to book from June-September and if you are interested in private, semi-private lessons or group clinics be sure to contact head pro Tom Gross to book. For restaurants, I would recommend Coyote Grill who has a phenomenal chef and seasonal menu that is sure to please. Enjoy!!!
My family has a place in Waterville Valley and are all avid tennis players. Whenever we visit, we always end up at the tennis courts, playing on their beautiful indoor courts and finishing at the Coyote Grill for a fabulous meal and the best service. We love it so much that Sean has even catered special events for us! The tennis courts and all the activities around them make for such a fun social atmosphere! P.S. Check out the Pro Shop. You can’t leave without a great sweatshirt!!
Outstanding tennis just two hours north of Boston, unbelievable, tennis lessons, surrounded by beautiful, serene mountains, 18 Clay tennis courts in beautiful condition, we had a great experience there last summer, and heading back again this summer, it’s the people that make a Resort! Great people to play with, and lots to do outside tennis, hiking, mountain, biking, road, riding, fishing, kayaking, great restaurants, and all-around beautiful little spot, nestled in the mountains. Highly recommended.
NETH under Duncan is completely revitalized and an outstanding tennis experience. The Pros are fantastic. They keep it fun and challenging, and they really care about you getting better. They video you and critique your form (nicely!), they give you drills, they set up point drills, and they have you play matches. The “Beat the Pros” warm-up drill is a camp favorite. Lots of running around, but also with purpose. The setting is amazing, surrounded by mountains, and the courts are well maintained. The accommodations are mostly for skiers, so pretty basic. I highly recommend for most anyone. Absolute beginners can be accommodated I think, but it’s probably not going to be that much fun unless you’ve had a few lessons before you get there. Overall, I can’t say enough good things about the place, especially since Duncan took over last year.
Been attending NETH for a number of years with the same group of friends. Wonderful instructors, great tennis, and a gorgeous setting. 100% recommend.
First time at Waterville was last year, but heading back again this year. Duncan and the staff are fantastic and really make for a great getaway. Lots of tennis, laughs, inclusion at whatever level you need. They find a way to include all different levels and keep it challenging. Want to be in a great setting? They have that aplenty; try to stay focused on the ball though. The staff will mix it up and make sure as an individual or a group you are all having fun. Everyone in our group wanted to book next year while we were still there.
First time at Waterville was last year, but heading back again this year. Duncan and the staff are fantastic and really make for a great getaway. Lots of tennis, laughs, inclusion at whatever level you need. They find a way to include all different levels and keep it challenging. Want to be in a great setting? They have that aplenty; try to stay focused on the ball though. The staff will mix it up and make sure as an individual or a group you are all having fun. Everyone in our group wanted to book next year while we were still there.
While vacationing in Waterville valley, I took one lesson with Tom Gross. After just a few minutes of hitting he made a few suggestions to improve my shots, and the outcome was stunning. This one hour was transformational for me, and several of my shots have significantly improved. I highly recommend lessons with Tom if you happen to be in Waterville valley. And the facilities are top-notch….
I can’t recommend Waterville Valley enough. I went on the recommendation of my friend (and local Rhode Island tennis coach). We had a super comfortable and easy stay at the Golden Eagle lodge (which comes with a coupon card that gives discounts all around the resort). The sports center with pools and all dining options were great. We are even typically a challenging group because we’re vegan but there were plenty of options for us for a long weekend. The tennis facility is located between gorgeous mountain views and it’s all clay. The instructor was super knowledgeable and was able to take a group of mixed players and give us all a great experience at the same time. I also enrolled my small children in the junior clinics and they had a blast! I cannot wait to return (and even chatted with the local realtors up there). Also, I forgot my jacket in the pro shop and the instructor was kind enough to mail it back to me. Does service get better than that? TENNIS PUN INTENDED!
Tom Gross did a great job with our group lesson. I would absolutely do it again, he is a superb educator and instructor.
Highly recommended! Enjoyed the clinics run by Tom Gross and playing on the red clay.
Great tennis resort! Amazing tennis instructor! Clinics are fun and incredibly helpful. Courts are surrounded by beautiful scenery. A must go tennis destination!
Tom Gross is the best.
My partner and I only had a day to spend in Waterville Valley on our trip through the mountains. The views, the courts, and especially the time spent with Tom were a vacation highlight.
Excellent tennis instruction with Tom Gross, excellent weather, great clay courts. Learned so much in 4 day 1 1/2 hour sessions. Great all around vacation spot for adults and kids.
If you are going to visit Waterville Valley you have to take a lesson with the head pro, Tom. He has worked with the best of the best in the industry and his teaching techniques are phenomenal. And the view from the courts is spectacular.
The Waterville Valley Tennis Center is tremendous. Lots of well kept courts with a beautiful panoramic view. The tennis pro, Tom Gross, is phenomenal. He works with what you have and you see the immediate results. He makes the clinics and private lessons lots of fun while working you hard. Pro shop is small but has everything you need. When you are done with tennis, Waterville Valley offers lots of other activities like pickleball, paddle boarding, kayaks, hiking, biking, relaxing at the great athletic center’s indoor and outdoor pools. We like the nine hole golf course as well. Our favorite part is just parking our car when we arrive and walking or biking to all the activities Waterville has to offer. Just enjoyed a great weekend with another family in the Valley.
Wherever you live, visiting Waterville Valley is always a treat for tennis lovers and non-tennis lovers alike. Even if you aren’t really into tennis, you could always try pickleball and go to the many awesome locations. The Scenery is beautiful, full of lush green mountains and hills. In the tennis resort, it has 18 different clay courts, all very well kept and in pristine condition. In the pro shop, the keepers always greet you with a smile and a wave. The instructors are awesome, always knowing multiple aspects of the game and always making sure everyone improves to some degree before letting people go. The pro shop has everything a tennis player could need, from merch to hats. All in all, an excellent resort and a must-see for all!
18 beautiful red clay courts set at the base of a mountain. Very relaxed atmosphere in the clinic but Tom Gross hones in on key points to help your stroke and your mental game. Convenient to Boston and highly recommended.
What an amazing spot. Breathtaking scenery in the White Mountains. Tom, the tennis pro, is an amazing coach. He had me hitting better in an hour, while laughing the entire time. Can’t wait to get back.
Everything is exceptional about NETH. Duncan and his staff did a superb job during a three-dasy camp that my three doubles partners and I attended. Anthony and JJ are excellent instructors who took the time to work with each of us individually, as well as a group. Can’t speak highly enough about them.
I really love this place! It’s not too far. 2-1/2 to 3hours drive from Providence. The mountains in the background look so wonderful. I like the different drills they have which help us with different parts of our game. They also do video’s of us executing our forehands, backhands, serves. This is so good. It really helps to understand what you can improve since you can see this on the video. I really like it there and have been going 10 years I think!! I recommend it highly.
Duncan and his assistants JJ and Anthony, provided some of the best coaching we have ever had. They are all very nice, know how to give constructive feedback that wasn’t overwhelming, make the drills/games fun and have tennis tips that most of us had never heard before. It blew our minds how much we learned on the first day, then the second day surpassed the first! Gorgeous, peaceful area with so many things to do outside. Must stop by the DAM Brewhouse in Campton good; Mad River Coffee has excellent coffee and food.
The head pro and owner is a large part of the experience, friendly, very knowledgeable and most of all an amazing master-coach. The courts are surrounded by the picturesque White Mountains. You’ll have a lot of fun and learn a lot from a very experienced coach.
We have been visiting Waterville Valley Tennis Center a few times a year since we discovered it in 2019. The tennis center has 18 tennis courts with superb views of the mountains, and it is run by Tom Gross. You can sign up for clinics or private lessons (individual or group) at the tennis center for a fee or be matched with a partner if you just need someone to play with. Tom is a world-class tennis coach, and he has been helping me a lot with my volleys, serves, and mental game. Waterville has lots of activities, but tennis was the draw for us, and it exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend visiting Waterville Valley Tennis Center and a lesson with the legendary Tom Gross!
Beautiful setting. Great courts. Tom Gross is an excellent instructor. Friendly staff. Nice people (visitors and residents).
We absolutely love the resort and the area, so much so that we’ve been thinking about buying a place nearby. Unfortunately for us, we are not the only ones! Everyone who experiences the Waterville Valley Resort falls in love with it.
Tom Gross is an exceptional teaching Pro. I’ve had instruction from some of the world’s best doubles players (including grand slam winners) and Tom immediately noticed a flaw in the way I was hitting a one-hand backhand that no one had ever mentioned to me. It was easily corrected and made an immediate difference in depth and consistency. Hardly any more unforced errors after correction. Thank you, Tom!
This is our third tennis camp with New England Tennis Holidays!!! We LOVE their program!! It’s so much fun and outstanding instruction!! Dave, Chris and Duncan are great tennis teachers and we learned so much!! So grateful to have this wonderful experience!!! Thank you to Kurt and Clare!!
Excellent instruction with plenty of individual coaching within the group setting. The coaches were very knowledgeable, accomplished and patient with the variety of skill levels in the camp. The drills were diverse, skillful and fun. Because of rain, we used the indoor facility which was very nice. In pleasant weather, I can picture how the mountain setting surrounding the outdoor clay courts provides a beautiful back drop. We stayed at the Valley Inn. The accommodations were very nice and reasonably priced.
The Waterville Valley Resort and tennis center is a true gem. I can’t think of a more picturesque place to play. I love their clay courts in a scenic spot on the valley floor surrounded by 4000 ft peaks. Tom Gross is an exceptional teacher and coach and gave me the best lessons I’ve ever had. He is committed to improving your fundamentals and he has an engaging and positive style that makes you want to learn and improve. The tennis community in the valley was very open and welcoming to vacationers and I had no trouble finding matches and having a great experience. It’s a special place.
I had an excellent private tennis lesson – some of the best instruction I have ever had. Very skilled at observing and assessing my game and making just the right recommendations and adjustments to get me hitting well and consistently. The courts are well maintained and plentiful.
Waterville Valley Tennis has been a real highlight for me these last 2 summers. Tom gives so many great pointers to improve my game. Love his instruction. Social tennis was really fun . Everyone was so nice. Can not wait till next summer for my next trip up!
Our family of 6 tennis players had a great time in Waterville Valley. We rented a house near the tennis center for two weeks. My kids participated in the kids clinics, my teens took lessons, and my husband and I participated in adult clinics, lessons, and the round robins which happened four times a week. It was a very easy place to connect with other players and a very welcoming community. We got really great advice that has stuck with us — we have been asking ourselves “What would Tom say?” regularly since our time there.
Tom Gross provided the most understandable tips that immediately improved my game in my 40 years of taking tennis lessons around the world. I live in Houston and am a 4.25 level player. I highly recommend Tom Gross and Waterville Valleys smooth playing red clay courts to have fun and improve your game.
We wanted to get out of the heat and play tennis. Tom Gross is an amazing pro really helped my game. The courts are red clay and are well maintained. I recommend this place for a fun getaway.
This was the second NE Tennis Holidays Camp that I have attended in 2021. The program was over 3 days and had daily focus on specific types of shots and different play situations. The instruction is very precise with individual feedback that builds on what you are currently doing well, rather than a wholesale retooling of your game. The camp is held on the red clay courts in Waterville Valley NH, a tremendously beautiful location and had 2 indoor courts that were used on the last day, due to rain.
Stunning scenery and the courts were in great condition, even after days of rain. Tom was a great instructor who knows exactly how to improve your game. Overall a really great place and experience.
Terrific time at NETH at Waterville. Coaches were excellent and really knew their stuff. Beautiful setting, red clay courts and a good indoor facility – we had one day of rain. Probably the best instruction I’ve ever received, complete with video analysis of FH, BH, volley & serve. Instructors were friendly and encouraged everyone to have fun while making insightful adjustments to strokes and footwork. Overall, an A++ experience.
Had a great weekend in the heart of the White Mountains. The scenery is so beautiful, you’ll stop mid-game to enjoy. Friendly staff, captained by the legend, Tom Gross. I’m a solid 4.5 and his tune up of my game was just what I needed.
High level instruction, fun atmosphere
Everyone is there for the same purpose, to get better and perfect your skills. The team staff was extremely experienced, they kept the tennis moving along from day to day. This was my first experience for tennis camp and I along with my 3 wonderful ladies had a fabulous time. I believe moving forward we will be doing this camp every year! Great people and professional!.
The lodging exceeded my expectation. Everyone was extremely nice and friendly. The facility was not the modern style but was kept meticulously clean. The tennis camp was an excellent experience. All the pros are very helpful and provided valuable suggestions on all sorts of little things to improve our games. These are things that I was not aware of but that little tweak made big difference in control and skill. I would recommend the New England Tennis Holiday camp to anyone who is looking to improve their tennis games. Kurt and the entire staff are exceptional.
Great coaching staff! I learned so much in such a short amount of time. The courts were beautiful with amazing views of the NH mountains. We stayed at the Valley Inn in one of the two bedroom units and it was perfect for our small group to enjoy some rest and relaxation after a full day of tennis.
Great coaching staff! I learned so much in such a short amount of time. The courts were beautiful with amazing views of the NH mountains. We stayed at the Valley Inn in one of the two bedroom units and it was perfect for our small group to enjoy some rest and relaxation after a full day of tennis.
Tom was a great instructor. He did not overwhelm me with changes, but made slight adjustments each day. By the 4th day my forehand and backhand strokes had improved greatly. My serves now have quite a bit more power and accuracy. Will certainly do more private lessons later this summer.
This is a great tennis camp! The pros are excellent very friendly, professional, and make the 5 hours of tennis camp very enjoyable. The pros should separate those that travel with other people so people can play with everyone and not the same people.