Ross School Tennis Center offers year-round Har-Tru play and programs

Ross School Tennis Center on the Ross School campus in East Hampton operates as a public-facing training facility that keeps Har-Tru clay courts available across seasons. Six Har-Tru courts are the backbone of the site’s year-round programming; a seasonal bubble covers the courts from mid-fall through mid-spring, enabling indoor-style play on clay surfaces when outdoor conditions would otherwise limit use.

The center delivers a mix of public lessons, private coaching, court rentals and structured junior programs aimed at progressive development. After-school sessions are organized by age and ball progression, starting with 10U red, orange and green ball work and advancing to full-court yellow-ball training for older juniors. Summer programming expands with season-specific camps and added junior development tracks, giving families a continuum from fall lessons through summer intensives.

For community players and parents, the practical value is straightforward: predictable, clay-court access through winter months and a clear pathway for junior progression. The seasonal bubble means practice continuity for players who prefer Har-Tru’s slower bounce and sliding elements, and it reduces the need to travel off-Island for indoor clay training. Court rentals and private coaching provide options for adults seeking consistent hit time and for competitive juniors aiming for steady mileage on clay.

Facility amenities support community use as well as more performance-focused training. Locker-room facilities and a clubhouse are listed among site features, making the center useful for after-school drop-offs, lesson blocks, weekend matches and longer training sessions. The center positions itself both as a neighborhood resource and an elite training hub for East End players who prioritize consistent court time across seasons.

Booking and program details are available online at ross.org/east-hampton/tennis-rstc. Players and families planning winter training or summer camps should note the bubble schedule - courts are covered from mid-fall through mid-spring - and contact the center early for lesson, rental and camp availability.

What this means for the local tennis community is steady clay access without the usual winter layoff, clearer junior development routes from 10U progression to full-court play, and more opportunities for East End players to train close to home. Expect program enrollment and court rental demand to rise as players prioritize consistent Har-Tru time through the year.