adidas Tennis Camp at Fairfield University

CAMP DATES

Session 1: June 16-20, 2025
Session 2: June 23-27, 2025
Session 3: July 7-11, 2025
Session 4: July 14-18, 2025
Session 5: July 21-25, 2025
Session 6: July 28 – August 1, 2025
Directed by Michael Filipek &Staff

AGE GROUP

adidas Tennis Camp is open to kids & teens ages 5 to 18 of all ability levels.

RAIN POLICY

We do have indoor option back ups for passing showers or quick storms on campus in the rec center. If the day looks like it will be a total wash out, we will be sure to communicate with you by 7:30am via email and pop ups on our website notifying you of a camp change. If a day is rained out, campers will be invited to come back another day in one of our other 6 weeks of camp or we will extend the other days of camp to help offset the missed time.

CAMP FEES

Full Day: $779 (9am-3pm)
*Morning Half Day: $449 (9am-12pm)
*5-8 year old’s only- limited to 8

-Team Discounts Available: Click Here For More Info

Session 4: HIGH SCHOOL PREP TRAINING WEEK
We will have high school and tournament players in camp and will be grouped together. This camp is designated for teens who are entering or are currently in high school. The week will be dedicated to players who are already on their High School team or would like to make their high school team this year. Training will be geared toward refining strokes and skills, learning the strategies of how to succeed in both singles and doubles, physical conditioning, focus and mental resilience.

OVERVIEW

The Connecticut Tennis Camp at Fairfield University is located right off I-95 in Fairfield, CT just an hour from New York City. Fairfield University boasts a 6 court complex right next to the Walsh Athletic Center. Join us to improve your tennis skills and come see why this is one of the best tennis camps in all of Connecticut!

About the Staff at Tennis Clinics in CT

In order to make sure you have the very best coaching at our tennis camps in CT, we have staffed the most talented tennis players around.

Coach Michael Filipek, owner and operator of Beyond Tennis Camps will be the director for the whole summer. His information can be found below under the “About Our Coaches” section. Their information can be found below under the “About Our Coaches” section.

If you are ready to play the best tennis of your life, then our Connecticut Tennis Camp is a must. After our five/six-day immersive experience, you will emerge a stronger tennis player with improved confidence and memories to last a lifetime.

Key Details of Our Connecticut Tennis Camp

The Connecticut Tennis Camp put on by adidas Tennis Camp is one of the most sought-after tennis clinics in CT. With 6 sessions to choose from between June, July and August, the Connecticut Tennis Camp lasts for five/six full days and takes place at Fairfield University. With an impressive six-court complex, this is the ideal location for you to perfect your tennis skills while having the time of your life. If you love playing tennis and you want to crush the competition, then you will not want to miss our tennis lessons in CT.

Highlights of Our Tennis Camps in Connecticut

Wondering what makes our Connecticut Tennis Camp so popular? Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to:

-You will be grouped with other players based on your ability and age, so you can receive the most valuable coaching
-You will participate in specific drills chosen for your strengths and weaknesses.

-You will receive a t-shirt to wear during camp and take home, prizes for the games, and a one-on-one evaluation by our tennis pros

-You will have the opportunity to participate in our exhibition tennis matches to show off your newly developed skills

-We encourage camaraderie and excellent sportsmanship just as much as we work on forehands, backhands, and serves

-We put on fun off-court activities and games in the evening

Camp is open to all ages and ability levels. We assess each camper’s ability during the first session of camp and make sure they are grouped according to their age and abilities so this way we can tailor the drills, games, and match-play to fit their individual needs.

Camp Director

In his 17th year of directing camps, Michael Filipek is the founder and director of Beyond Camps (formerly known as Michael Filipek Tennis & Sports Academy). He was born and raised in central Connecticut, was a nationally ranked junior player and twice earned the #1 ranking in New England. He received a scholarship to attend Indiana University where he captained the men’s team and graduated in 1997. He subsequently gained professional tour experience in both the United States and Europe.

As a coach, Michael is a USPTA Certified Tennis Professional and has 25 years of full-time tennis teaching experience. He is the Head Tennis Professional & Junior Development Director at Tennis in Manhattan which operates three clubs in New York City and his Junior Development Program is the largest and most successful in Manhattan.

Michael brings his passion and lifetime tennis experience as a player and a coach to the adidas Tennis Camps making this an excellent choice for a tennis camp in Connecticut. His enthusiastic and caring style inspires players of all ages and levels.

Assistant Camp Director

Emilio Montejo is our On Site Director , where he brings a wealth of experience both as a player and a coach. Coach Montejo has been playing tennis for over 15 years, competing nationally and internationally, and was ranked among the top 30 in Florida. This will be Emilio’s fourth year working at our Fairfield University tennis camp, and he has a total of five years of teaching experience under his belt.

In addition to several summers of camp along with many private and group lessons, Emilio also has experience running several USTA tournaments. Coach Montejo’s passion for the game along with his technical expertise will serve campers quite well this summer at Fairfield University.

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS

Each camper will:

• Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
• Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
• Compete amongst their peers in singles & doubles matches
• Be given the opportunity to work with college &/or high school coaches & college players all week long
• adidas Tennis Camp T-Shirt
• Great sportsmanship & camaraderie
• Exciting evening & off court activities
• Meet new friends
• Gain a passion for “the sport of a lifetime!”

…and most importantly: HAVE FUN!

TENNIS CAMP CURRICULM

Individual Skill Training

• Forehand and backhand – Hands-on instruction daily on how to improve on the two make strokes in tennis

Technical Skills Training

• Lobs and Top Spin – Practice and develop additional strokes you can use in matches
• Drop-Shots – Work on the proper way to hit a drop shot to add to your game!
• Serves – How to serve with confidence as well as work on all types of serves
• Grip – Proper technique to optimize your game

Tactical Skill Training

• Court Movements – Strategies and Practice of where to be on the court and when
• Decision-making skills to solve problems at the correct time

Game-Based Learning

• Rules & Scoring – Instructional Teaching

CHECK IN & CHECK OUT

Full Day Campers:
Monday-Friday 8:45am-9am check-in at the courts. Check out Monday-Friday is at 3pm. Lunch is included.

Half Day Campers:
All 6 weeks, Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm (5-8 year old’s only)
(except for session 4)

SESSION 4: HIGH SCHOOL PREP TRAINING WEEK-
We will have high school and tournament players in camp and will be grouped together. This camp is designated for teens who are entering or are currently in high school. The week will be dedicated to players who are already on their High School team or would like to make their high school team this year. Training will be geared toward refining strokes and skills, learning the strategies of how to succeed in both singles and doubles, physical conditioning, focus and mental resilience.