Located off Rte. 5 in Norwich,
Just a half-mile from King Arthur
Behind Foggs Hardware
319 U.S. Route 5 South • Norwich, Vermont 05055
What is Paddle Tennis?
Paddle Tennis Events
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Paddle Players Needed
We have several intermediate paddle groups that need additional players and subs. Interested? Sign up below: Paddle Players Needed SignUp 
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Learn to Play Paddle Tennis WHY: To get ready for the winter paddle tennis season WHAT: Free Doubles Platform Tennis Instruction WHEN: On 9/13 and 10/11, Sundays from 2:00 - 3:00 pm WHERE: Norwich Racquet Club | North + South paddle courts WHO: Newer players to work on the five basic strokes; members and guests interested in improving skills HOW: Sign up using the Google Sheet below or just show up Please sign up if you remember, just so we have a sense for numbers Learn to Play Sign-Up Sheet |
Mason Astley grew up in Worcester, MA and Concord, NH and has been an avid tennis player for over 40 years. He played team tennis at St. Paul's School and at Swarthmore College, where he also scored for the soccer team against Haverford. After college, Mason found a love for teaching through the Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis Center in Philadelphia, and continued teaching at clubs, such as The Mount Auburn Club, until earning a Master's in Sport Psychology in 2008.
From there, he began a new chapter as a college tennis coach, heading the men's and women's programs at Emerson college for 3 years before taking an Assistant Coach role at MIT for most of the next ten years. At MIT, Mason was part of a team that went to the Division III National Final Eight three times, and he had the amazing opportunity to work with incredible student athletes, five of which were named All-American. He also spent a year at Harvard as an assistant coach.
In 2020, his family found relief from the pandemic in Quechee, and decided they didn't want to go back to the city life. They have since settled in Hanover. Mason first played paddle in 2021, and now competes regularly in tournaments, and has his teaching certification through the Professional Paddle Tennis Registry. He teaches tennis and paddle in Quechee, and focuses on paddle at the NRC. He also consults with a variety of athletes in matters of Sport Psychology through his company The Mental Half.
From there, he began a new chapter as a college tennis coach, heading the men's and women's programs at Emerson college for 3 years before taking an Assistant Coach role at MIT for most of the next ten years. At MIT, Mason was part of a team that went to the Division III National Final Eight three times, and he had the amazing opportunity to work with incredible student athletes, five of which were named All-American. He also spent a year at Harvard as an assistant coach.
In 2020, his family found relief from the pandemic in Quechee, and decided they didn't want to go back to the city life. They have since settled in Hanover. Mason first played paddle in 2021, and now competes regularly in tournaments, and has his teaching certification through the Professional Paddle Tennis Registry. He teaches tennis and paddle in Quechee, and focuses on paddle at the NRC. He also consults with a variety of athletes in matters of Sport Psychology through his company The Mental Half.
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40's & Under Open Paddle Tennis
WHAT: 40’s and Under Open Paddle Tennis WHEN: Oct 2nd. Nov 6. Dec 4th. 6:00 - 8:00 pm WHERE: Norwich Racquet Club | North + South paddle courts WHO: Members and guests interested in playing HOW: Sign up using the Google Sheet below or just show up Please sign up if you remember, just so we have a sense for numbers 40's & Under Open Paddle Sign Up |
On Going Open Paddle Events
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OPEN MIXED PADDLE SUNDAYS
WHY: to have some laughs on the paddle court with folks you may not play with regularly WHAT: Mixed doubles platform tennis (men + women) WHEN: Twice per month on Sundays at 3:00pm during the '26-27 paddle season WHERE: Norwich Racquet Club | North + South paddle courts WHO: all ability levels are welcome; members and guests interested in learning how to play HOW: sign-up using the Google Sheet below or just show up Please sign up if you remember, so we have a sense for numbers. Mixed Open Paddle Sign Up |
OPEN MEN'S PADDLE SUNDAYS
WHY: to have some laughs on the paddle court with folks you may not play with regularly WHAT: MEN's doubles platform tennis WHEN: Once per month on the 3rd Sundays at 3:00pm during the '26-27 paddle season WHERE: Norwich Racquet Club | North + South paddle courts WHO: all ability levels are welcome; members and guests interested in learning how to play HOW: sign-up using the Google Sheet below or just show up Please sign up if you remember, so we have a sense for numbers. NRC Open MENS Paddle Sign-Up Sheet / 26-27 season |
OPEN WOMEN’S PADDLE SUNDAYS
WHY: to have some laughs on the paddle court with folks you may not play with regularly WHAT: WOMEN's doubles platform tennis WHEN: Once per month on the 4th Sundays at 3:00pm during the '26-27 paddle season WHERE: Norwich Racquet Club | North + South paddle courts WHO: all ability levels are welcome; members and guests interested in learning how to play HOW: sign-up using the Google Sheet below or just show up Please sign up if you remember, so we have a sense of numbers. WOMENS - NRC Open Paddle Sign-Up Sheet / 26-27 season |
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LADIES MONDAY PADDLE
Mark your calendar: Ladies Monday Paddle Tennis Clinics hosted by Sugar Generaux starting October 5th. 1:30 - 3:00 pm. No sign up required. Just show up, play, and have fun. |
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Tennis Events
Mix, Match & Mingle: Tennis + Paddle Combo Social
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September/October Tennis with Tammy Arado:
Tammy will continue to bring her skill, enthusiasm and love of the game to programming on Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings through mid-October. Watch for Tammy's weekly emails that will detail her weekly offerings and sign-up instructions. Programming will begin on Saturday, September 5.
Looking for a match or need a sub?
Add your name to the "Are You Looking for a Game?" sign up sheet and connect with other members looking to play.
Add your name to the "Are You Looking for a Game?" sign up sheet and connect with other members looking to play.
Clinics and Lessons
Tammy Arado
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Tammy is a seasoned educator and tennis professional who is well known throughout the Upper Valley tennis community for her passion for helping people grow through sport and movement. She teaches Physical Education and Health at Crossroads Academy and brings decades of experience as a coach, Director of Tennis, USTA Coordinator, and Tournament Director, working with players of all ages and levels. She currently coordinates the Upper Valley Summer Tennis League, overseeing 30 regional teams, and has led numerous USTA teams to district, sectional, and national success.
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Tammy will be conducting clinics and private lessons on Thursdays beginning June 18th.
Class Schedule **
** Subject to change and additional days/times may be added based on interest. These sessions can be booked directly with Tammy @ [email protected]
- Cardio Tennis: Thursdays, 8-9 am
- Adult Tennis Clinics:
- Court Commanders - 3.0+ player, Thursdays 9-10:30 am
- Net Ninjas - 3.5+ player, Thursdays 10:30-12 am
- Rally Rookies - Beginners, contact Tammy
- Adult Private Lessons: Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pm
** Subject to change and additional days/times may be added based on interest. These sessions can be booked directly with Tammy @ [email protected]
Club News and Updates
NRC in the News
Photographs from our first mixer below
The NRC has New Swag Items
We have 2 styles in stock Oatmeal and Blue Sweatshirts can be purchased thru David Barlow. Please email him at [email protected] to place an order. All sizes can be accommodated ( sm,med,Lg,x-lg ) - they do tend to shrink some as 65% cotton. They are a great holiday gift.
Payment can be made via PayPal PayPal
Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/NorwichRacquetClub
Or you pay David directly with a check or cash at pick up
Payment can be made via PayPal PayPal
Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/NorwichRacquetClub
Or you pay David directly with a check or cash at pick up
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