I was wanting to get back into tennis and didn't know where to start finding a pro. I googled…read moretennis pros in my area and found Playyourcourt.com. I'm thrilled with it so far! My first pro wasn't the right fit for me and the staff were able to find me the perfect pro! Great customer service, accommodating and convenient. Basically I pick the court and my pro came to me. I would definitely recommend it. Jim is my pro now and I can't wait for my next lesson!

I had been wanting to get back into tennis for a long time but it was hard for me to find the right…read morecoach. PlayYourCourt is a fantastic service that introduced me to several coaches close to where I was located, all through a simple web interface. Great website with fantastic customer support and amazing coaches!

Roland does a great job teaching the game. I have taken many lessons in the past and saw very…read morelimited results. My game has improved a lot since I started working with him. I had a tough time just hitting a few shots into the court when we started. After 6 months of lessons with him, I am able to now routinely hit 7 8 balls in a row on the run. I went from a struggling 3.0 to competing with 4.0 players relatively quickly. I would highly recommend him.

Roland really helped me improved my game. When I first met him I had major consistency issues with…read moremy groundstrokes. Since he started working with me, he made adjustments to my form and as a result, my level of play improved pretty dramatically. He keeps things simple and as a result improving is a lot easier. Also, he pays attention to detail and that was critical to my development.

Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a huge advocate of shopping local and supporting small…read morebusinesses. Especially when it comes to specialty shops, I really try my best to shop local. I've stopped by this shop several times, and though I'm a beginner, the person I go with is pretty experienced. But for some reason, every time we came here, I felt like the owner did not want to help us. I don't know what it was, because I'm generally super polite when I first meet people - especially if I need help. I don't want to assume, but for whatever reason, the staff here was extremely unfriendly to us every time we stopped by. And I noticed this even more a couple of times when the owner was helping other customers in the store - and being extra nice to them. Even other beginners. I just felt really unwanted and out of place. I'm not going to repeat the rude things the owner said to us, but it was very clear he didn't want our business. I'm really disappointed especially since there isn't an abundance of tennis and squash shops around.

Extraordinarily knowledgeable and helpful staff. Wide equipment variety. Great racquet stringing.read more

Clean 25 yd pool that wasn't too crowded. I went after work and didn't have to share with more…read morethan one person. Also, there's a very large diving well and separate kiddy pool so the lanes don't get full of aqua-joggers or families. Compared to some other local (non-university) pools, it's not quite as over-chlorinated or quite as warm, and definitely cleaner. Cheap entry by day, multiple-session card (I did the 10 entries for $40 which I think is budget-friendly) or gym membership - although I haven't checked out the gym yet. Only complaint is limited hours of lap availability and no AM lap swim during the winter session.

I am trying out several different masters swim programs in the Boston area and this is my second…read moreone I've tried. (See my other review for Quincy masters). So, I have to say, this one is just okay. You get a decent workout, but it's not HARD. And the reason why is not because of the workout itself, but it's because there are no SEND OFF times. Basically, the workout is, you do X amount of sets, but resting wise, you just do 10 or 20 second rests after each set. And so personally I'm not motivated to swim faster because I'm not trying to do anything on a specific time constraint. I find myself a little less focused to go faster without sendoffs. Also, the workout is pretty much the same each time- you start with a warmup, then 2 underwaters, and then the main set, and then an IM set, and the same kind of sprints where you try and do each 25 with zero breath or one, or whatever it is. It's not a bad workout, but I'm incredibly bored because I know it's the same each time. The main set changes each time, of course, but the sameness of structure makes it kinda boring. We get a decent amount of yardage in- anywhere between 2400-3200 per hour and 15 minute workout time. Practices are twice a week. As for the coach, Elyssa, she is a lovely woman. However, she doesn't quite have the enthusiasm I'm personally looking for. I want somebody to yell at me and give me critique. However, in her defense, she does have to coach 6 lanes of people so I understand it's not easy to give personal attention, so I don't blame her. But personality wise, I like a little more spunk in my coach. But everyone is there for different reasons so it's hard for a coach to be everything. The one thing that really bugs me is the staff that works there at the front desk- they are SO unfriendly, rude, impatient and clearly underpaid. They are CRANKY and they are the first people I see when I walk into that building so it makes me want to not be there. The pool is about a 10 minute walk to Harvard T stop (cut off across Harvard campus will save you ample time), so it's not terrible in terms of location. Oh, the pool itself really sucks. First of all, there are bulk heads that's separating the different sections of the pool so there's nothing to GRAB onto when you're doing two hand touches; it's completely awkward and irritating. Imagine finishing and doing two hand touches on a wall. Also, when you get into the pool, they have these blocks that are covered by orange covers that sorta get in the way and make it hard for you to get in- not to mention it is IMPOSSIBLE to get out because of the depth. You have to swim to the ladder to get out of the pool, because there is no way you can get out from the pool otherwise. It's kinda ridiculous. Cost wise, it's $105 for 20 sessions, so that's $5.25 per session, which is pretty cheap. I've looked into many other programs and this is probably the cheapest one. So pros: -Pretty good location if you're in Cambridge -Decent yardage of workout -Nice coach -Inexpensive Cons: -Sucky pool -Unfriendly front desk staff -No real send off times, just go at your own pace (which can be a pro if that's what you are looking for) - A bit dull (atmosphere, people, some of the workouts) If you are in Cambridge and are looking for twice a week workout for fitness, this is probably a good option for you.

BU's Track & Tennis Center is more than an athletic facility. The various functional setups…read morethroughout this facility, accommodated hundreds of guests for graduation ceremonies...hence my visit, congratulations Class of 2018! Although the normal amenities such as the Ticket Office, Guest Services, Concessions, & Locker Rooms were not accessible, the Restrooms & Vending machines were. The hospitality staff of mostly students extended 5 star assistance.

This is where my Masters graduation was held. Great venue for the occasion :)…read more "If a lion fails to hunt the antelope it doesn't give up, get drunk... the lion will get back up and hunt another antelope"

How is it that I lived a few blocks from here for a year but never wandered here?! What a lovely…read morelittle gem tucked away in Brookline. The fall colours were out in full force. Nice for a little stroll around, or to toss a softball about. There's a nature path/wildlife sanctuary next to the park, which is also nice for an added walk. Very chill - not crowded in early November. So charming and such a nice find! Note: I was not able to find an open restroom. 2024: 77/100

Such a cute park! People always bring their dogs here. There's also a pond Sanctuary that is free…read morefor anyone to walk through!

Love Tennis League Network!! So happy that it was recommended to me and I would definitely…read morerecommend it to anyone I know that wants to play more competitive matches and find more people to play with. This tennis league is perfect for recreational players that want to start playing more competitive matches, and competitive players to find more players in their area. The seasons are set up in a way that encourages you to play as many matches as you want / can, with the flexibility of scheduling them where and when you want with your opponent. It is well organized and I'm looking forward to playing many more seasons!

Perfect way to connect with nearby tennis players and get back into competitive match play. No more…read moreexcuse of "I can't find anyone to play with!"

A much truer, faster indoor surface, albeit a touch unpredictable. Fun, lightning quick, and serves…read moreslice away nicely. The mega high ceilings allow for high altitude lobs. Walking through the maze of corridors, I saw a swimming pool, a basketball court, a serious fitness center, and then it opens up to this amazing track and field complex. My friend and I enjoyed our sorry attempts at high jump while waiting for courts. Even though the scheduling of courts and events can be a mess and even if we don't get courts, I've played pick-up soccer, basketball, or took advantage of the other amenities. I can't say enough wonderful things about this place.

Our family loves Sun Valley. It's relatively inexpensive, has everything we want (Swimming, tennis,…read moreincluded lessons, swim team, basketball court, snack bar, and events like Kids night and Adult night) and nothing we don't want to pay for (golf course, food minimums). The Staff is super friendly and they're flexible and accommodating.

This is a facility where membership is "controlled" by Christine, a woman who lives in the…read moreneighborhood of the pool. It is a pick and choose type club. Calls regarding membership, costs, etc. are never returned. I guess if you're a family on a budget, and you have to ask the price of membership, you're not going to be a good fit. The wait list is 2/3 years, yet there are families in the vicinity, but not directly affiliated with the neighborhood, who joined this summer and *poof* they were members without waiting. It is a very discriminating facility. Don't bother.

Now with pickleball being so popular, some of the courts are reserved for open play which I love!!…read moreSchedule is online. Nice park tucked away from the city to enjoy quiet games!

Nice tennis courts with free parking across the street…read more Pretty spacious and we'll kept. No running water or flushable toilets. So you'll need to bring your water if you don't want to dehydrate.