Princeton Racquet Club

The club has clay and indoor courts, including one private indoor court and four others indoors. The clay courts are praised as terrific, but outdoor courts suffer from poor maintenance. Court surfaces include Har-Tru, and the indoor courts lack proper air conditioning. Some players find the court surfaces slippery and the lower ceiling clearance on certain courts problematic.

Indoor courts are available, and some courts have lighting for evening play although there are complaints about the lighting turning off unexpectedly during sessions. The club has a very authentic tennis vibe praised by players, though front desk staff etiquette was noted as needing improvement.

Booking is generally reported as easy with helpful staff, and prices are lower during off-hours compared to other clubs. However, some players experienced confusing court schedules and unexpected extra charges for overtime play. Online court time listings are unreliable, causing frustration for some users.

The club offers clinics, group lessons, and private coaching with some praised pros like Sarvin, Judy, Steve, and others. However, coaching quality is very inconsistent; some coaches are described as patient and kind while others are criticized for unprofessionalism and lack of explanation. The club struggles with coach availability and understaffing, particularly for junior classes.

Junior programs and toddler classes are offered, with positive remarks for coach Sarvin. Yet, the classes suffer from poor coach-to-child ratios, frequent coach changes, and broken promises concerning staffing leading to disappointed families. The management appears unresponsive to feedback related to these issues.

The club supports USTA leagues, match play, and fun drills with leagues described as a highlight by some players seeking competitive play.

The club is described as family-like and friendly, with a community atmosphere. However, customer service experiences are mixed, with repeated reports of poor staff attitude, including unhelpful or hostile coaching staff and management. Pickleball programs are well-received but run in a cold, unheated space.

Maintenance issues are noted, especially outdoors with poorly maintained courts and slippery indoor surfaces. Lack of proper air conditioning indoors and occasional disruptive behavior from staff or coaches negatively affect the experience.

Court prices are considered reasonable in off-hours and lower than nearby clubs, but some feel booking fees are a scam, especially for certain courts with poor conditions. Stringing services are available but sometimes result in low-quality outcomes.