ELLINGTON RACQUET CLUB BLOG

TENNIS, PICKLEBALL, COMMUNITY.... and more!

Image of a man playing tennis on the left and a woman playing pickleball on the right.
October 28, 2025
Tennis vs. pickleball explained—rules, feel, fitness, and who should start where. See what they share, what’s different, and how to choose.
Woman in vibrant green holding a pickleball paddle.
September 23, 2025
Discover 7 health benefits of playing pickleball at Ellington Racquet Club in Connecticut—from fitness and heart health to stress relief and community.
Tracy French holding USTA Award 2025
August 30, 2025
Ellington Racquet Club named a USTA Outstanding Facility at the U.S. Open. Explore our new tennis & pickleball memberships with flexible peak/non-peak pricing.
Pickleball and tennis net
August 5, 2025
Discover fall tennis and pickleball clinics, leagues, and memberships at Ellington Racquet Club—Connecticut’s hub for indoor racquet sports.
Ellington Racquet Club wins best pickleball place 2025
July 18, 2025
Ellington Racquet Club has been named Best Pickleball in Connecticut by North Central News. Discover why ERC is the top pickleball place in CT.
4 Pickleball Paddles over a pickleball n
July 8, 2025
Join Ellington Racquet Club’s Parent-Child Pickleball Tournament on August 9 at 10 AM. Experience why Ellington is becoming a local pickleball place for families.
Pickleball courts at Ellington Racquet Club
By Nicholas Desrocher July 1, 2025
Looking for where to play pickleball in Connecticut? Ellington Racquet Club now offers a $50/month membership with indoor play, clinics, and more.
Colorful pickleballs
By Nicholas Desrocher June 22, 2025
Starting July 1, ERC members get 5 free open plays per month — a $100 value included in all adult, junior, and family memberships.
Two men playing pickleball
By Nicholas Desrocher June 16, 2025
Check out our beginner's guide for pickleball. This includes pickleball scoring, pickle ball rules, and more!
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