What is Walking Tennis?

Walking Tennis at Hythe LTC

Love tennis but prefer a gentler pace of play?

Walking Tennis is safe, fun, inclusive, and a fantastic way to stay active, improve fitness, and meet new people.


🗓️ When & How It Works

Day: Monday

Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm

Courts: 5 - 8 (artificial grass)

Format: Three 20-minute rounds with different partners

Followed by tea/coffee in the clubhouse

👉 Players of all levels are welcome


🎾 What to Bring

Racket, Sunglasses, hat/cap, water bottle

Trainers or flat-soled (non-slip) shoes

Comfortable clothing

💡 Rackets can be provided

👥 Who Can Play

Our friendly social sessions are open to:

✅ Adult (Joint, Single, Student, Walking Tennis/Pickleball) members

📩 Registration

Spaces are limited to 16 players each week

For all enquiries or to book a taster session please email: membership@hythetennis.com 

👉 To play, register by midday on Sunday using the link below 👇

🌟 Why Try Walking Tennis?

Gentle, low-impact exercise

Socialise and meet new players

Perfect for beginners or players returning to tennis


LTA WALKING TENNIS BOOKING LINK - from 13 April 2026


 

Discover more about LTA Walking Tennis

Key Rules:

No running or jumping: Fast walking is allowed but players must always keep one foot on the ground

Tennis balls: Walking Tennis is played using low pressurised, orange balls - provided by the club

Second bounce option: Players have the option to allow the ball to bounce twice before returning the ball, giving them more time to react. NOTE: if the second bounce lands outside the court, the point is lost

Singles and doubles: Both games are played on a full-size tennis court, with no difference in court dimensions and markings

Serving: Doubles - the second bounce can land in the tram lines. Singles - the second bounce can land outside the service box as long as it is still in the singles court. Underarm serves are permitted

Scoring: Other than sudden death point at deuce conventional tennis scoring applies.