Newcomer Training

Group training · doubles & group games · for new members in their year of joining

For over 10 years, Newcomer Training has been a core part of life at Treptower Teufel. You’ll meet other new members, play in changing groups (singles/doubles) — and get practical tips from our coaches on technique, tactics, and rules.

The essentials in 1 minute:

When: summer season (May to the end of September), Mondays from 7 pm — no sessions during Berlin school holidays or on public holidays
Where: outdoor courts · meeting point: Court 8
How it works: 60 minutes of training · then free play on a few courts until dusk
Included: balls provided · rackets free to borrow
Cost: included in the membership fee (for new members in their year of joining)
Age: 18+

Note: Newcomer Training is not beginner training. You should already have basic playing experience (able to rally). If you’re completely new: Beginner courses or individual training.

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Newcomer Training at a glance

Format	Group training with doubles & group games
Season	May to the end of September (except Berlin school holidays & public holidays)
Start time	Mondays from 7 pm
How it works	60 minutes of training · then free play on a few courts until dusk
Location	Outdoor courts
Meeting point	Court 8
Participation	Only members who joined in the current year
Age	18+
Included	Balls provided · rackets free to borrow
Cost	Included in the membership fee

Schedule & format

No registration needed — just show up.

Meet: Mondays from 7 pm at Court 8
Training: 60 minutes (groups, doubles, game-based drills)
Afterwards: free play on a few courts until dusk

The coaches group players by playing level so everyone can find suitable partners and train effectively.

Who is Newcomer Training for?

You’re new to the club (joined this year) and want to meet playing partners.
You have at least basic playing experience (able to rally).
You’d rather play (doubles, group games) than only drill technique in isolation.

If you’re just getting started: Take a look at our beginner courses — or begin with individual training.

Fine print

No sessions during Berlin school holidays or on public holidays.
Weather: In bad weather, training is cancelled.
Equipment: You can borrow a racket for free; balls are provided. (Clay-court shoes are ideal; regular sneakers are fine as long as the tread isn’t too aggressive.)