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Platform Tennis

Year-Round Outdoor Fun and Competition!

The IC Platform Tennis Program runs year-round. Our illuminated courts appeal to those who long for fresh air, exercise, competition and social events. This program is available for all women, men and children who wish to participate. This exhilarating, fast-paced sport is open to beginners, as well as members who wish to develop their skills or play on a competitive level.

Social events, tournaments and round robin play are offered within our own club. Additionally, our teams compete within the Fairfield County Paddle Tennis League in the fall and winter and the PaddlePlayer.com Summer League.

Please contact Federico Yanez at fed@italiancenter.org with questions on how to get involved with the IC Paddle program.

Court Reservation Policy

  • Members may reserve courts up to 48 hours in advance using the online system.
  • Time Slots: Reservations available for 1-hour or 1.5-hour slots.
  • Guest Policy: Guests may play with a member reservation.
  • Late Cancellation Fee: Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will be fully charged.

3 Illuminated Platform Tennis Courts

Monday - Friday
5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Platform Tennis Membership

The IC offers a limited number of Platform Tennis memberships for the season which begins September 15th and ends July 31st. This membership allows Platform Tennis players to participate in clinics and play on the IC Platform Tennis teams.

Platform Tennis members may not reserve platform tennis courts or use the other IC facilities. They may play with a full-year member who reserves the courts (this member will not be charged a guest fee for Platform Tennis members.

Fees

Individual Platform Tennis Membership: $735

Couple Platform Memberships: $1010

In order to register for a Platform Tennis Membership, please contact Marilyn Macri at mmacri@italiancenter.org or call 203.322.6941.

Platform Tennis Teams

Men's Platform Tennis Teams

Matches:
We have 7 men’s teams participating on Thursday’s night matches and weekend mornings.

Team Practices:
Beginning October 8.
Tuesdays: 6:30PM - 8:00PM


Fee: $275/player (must be a current member to participate on the team.)

*We offer private group lessons for men’s who are looking to get a consistent weekly schedule.

Women's Platform Tennis Teams

Matches:
The IC has 4  teams (Division 1, 5, 10 & 12) in the FCWPTL (Fairfield County Women’s Platform Tennis League). Team practices start the week of October 8 and continue until December 4. No practices the week of Thanksgiving.

Team Practices:
Matches will begin October 17 and continue until December 6.
The last day for makeup matches is December 16.


Fee: $360/player (you must be a member of the IC to participate on the teams.)
8 weeks session/ 1.5 hour weekly practices.

Register D1
Register D5
Register D10 & 12

Ladies Platform Tennis Boot Camp

September 24, Tuesday:  9:00AM – 11:30PM
September 26, Thursday: 6:00PM – 8:30PM

Fee: $105/per person, per session

Clinics

Junior Clinics
Adult Clinics
Captains
Lessons
Committee

Junior Clinics

Our Paddle Tennis clinics for adults and juniors will advance your skill level on the court. Players can learn how to play paddle through introductory clinics or improve upon your game learning skills through various drills and game strategy.

TBD

Adult Clinics

Co-EdDateDayHoursPrice MembersPrice Non-MembersRegister
Co-Ed Beginner 8 Week ClinicOctober 14-December 2Mondays5:30pm-7:00pm$360 members$440 non-membersRegister Here
Co-Ed Intermediate 8 Week ClinicOctober 14 -December 2Mondays7:00pm-8:30pm$360 members$440 non-membersRegister Here
Co-Ed Intermediate/Advanced 8 Week ClinicOctober 9 -December 4Wednesdays7:00pm-8:30pm$360 members$440 non-membersRegister Here
Co-Ed Intermediate Drop-in ClinicsStarts October 12thSaturdays 12:00pm – 1:30pm$45 members-Register Here

Captains

Jackie Cameron

Platform Tennis Co-Chairperson
203.912.7781
cameronjackie128@gmail.com

Bob Morse

Men’s Saturday D1 Team Captain
203.359.9423
morsesmith1997@optonline.net

Joe Dipietro

Men’s Thursday D3 Team Captain
914.589.8336
joe.dipietro60@gmail.com

David Katze

Men’s Saturday D4 Team Captain
203.912.5725
davidkatze@gmail.com

Peter DiMartino

Men’s Sunday D10 Captain
dimartp@optonline.net

Mike Rogers

Men’s Sunday D8 Team Captain 

Felix Yamasato

Men’s Thursday D1 Team Captain

Brian Kluberdanz

Men’s Thursday D2 Captain
860.287.8077
briankluberdanz@gmail.com

 

Jen Luders

Coordinator, Women’s D2 Team
203.561.5172
jfluders@gmail.com

Margaret Doyle

Coordinator, Women’s D6 Team
203.667-0081
mags232@gmail.com

Lessons

If you are looking to improve your Platform/Paddle Tennis game or are new to this racquet sport, inquire about lessons at the IC. Our platform pro can provide instruction on techniques and fundamentals of the game. Learn about your placement on the court, drive strategies, lobbing, net positioning and more. Please e-mail fed@italiancenter.org to schedule lessons.

30 min.45 min.1 hour1.5 hour
Private Lessons$55$75$95$130
Semi-Private Lessons (based on 2 players)$35 -$55$75
3 People and a Pro$40-$45 $50
4 People and a Pro$30 -$40 $45

*Price per person

Committee

Federico Yanez

Director of Racquets
203.329-9209
fed@italiancenter.org

Jackie Cameron

Margaret Doyle

203.667.0081
mags232@gmail.com

Meet the Pros

Federico Yanez
Racquet Sports Director

Prior to joining the IC, Federico was the Director of Racquets Sports at Morristown Field Club where he started and built a successful program for tennis, platform tennis and pickleball. Previously, Federico spent five years at the Bronxville Field Club in Mount Vernon, NY, as the Assistant Director of Racquets Sports.

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In addition, he has worked at various clubs in the Westchester area implementing new ideas, programs and projects that have increased member participation and attracted new members.

As a player, Federico was a top-ranked junior tennis player in Argentina. At 13 years old, he moved to Miami where he competed in the highest level junior tournaments.

As an adult, he played in the Men’s Open and ITF professional tournaments. Currently, he is ranked #63 in the nation with his partner for platform tennis. After giving the professional experience a try, he developed a love of coaching and he now channels his passion and knowledge of the game into teaching his students.

Felipe Charry
Racquet Sports Pro

Felipe Charry is a tennis coach from Bogotá, Colombia, with over 10 years of experience coaching players of all ages and skill levels. He also has over 6 years of experience at the collegiate tennis level, competing in Texas and Tennessee. Felipe previously served as the Head Coach at Carson-Newman University, where he led and managed both the Men’s and Women’s tennis teams.

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Felipe is passionate about helping players improve their game and achieve their goals on the court. He encourages players to have fun and enjoy the sport while offering quick, practical tips to improve their tactics.

He believes tennis is more than just a game—it’s a lifelong skill that can be enjoyed at any age.
In addition to coaching, Felipe is actively involved in the business management and finance operations of the racquet sports program at the IC, supporting the club’s growth beyond the court. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Global Business, further expanding his expertise in the international sports industry and finance.

Policies & Rules

General Membership & Facility Rules

  • All players must adhere to court time limits to ensure fair play for all members.
  • Proper tennis attire and non-marking shoes are required on the courts.
  • The Tennis Pro Shop offers racquet stringing, grips, balls, and accessories for purchase.
  • Tennis teams (men, women, juniors) must follow Fairfield County Tennis League regulations.
  • Members must wear tennis whites.

Prerequisite 1

Jump in, submerge, resurface and swim 150 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and then swim 50 more yards. While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate good breath control. You may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. When treading, you must use only your legs.

Prerequisite 2

Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive (head-first or feet-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted. Exit the water without using a ladder or the steps.

This course follows a blended learning model, which combines online coursework with in-person sessions. You will receive an email from the American Red Cross with instructions for accessing the online course content. To get started, log in to the Red Cross Learning Center and from your home page, click on the class. Please plan to complete all of the assigned online course modules at least 2 days prior to the corresponding in-person session. The online course content (16 modules) is designed to be completed in approximately 6 hours, with each module taking between 15 and 30 minutes to complete. You may require more or less time to complete each module. I recommend beginning the online coursework as soon as possible to ensure that you are able to complete all of the assigned online modules in advance of the corresponding in-person sessions.

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