Adult Sessions:
Barclays Free Park Tennis: every Saturday from 10:00am - 11:00am.
Open to everyone - just turn up and join in the fun. Sign up here
- Free, social tennis sessions, every weekend, at Abbey Park.
- Each week you can sign up to a session at your local park court – no matter your age, background or ability – and play tennis for free.
- No partner? No problem. Barclays Free Park Tennis gives you the chance to meet new people, enjoy free exercise with a full-body workout and practice your skills, all in just a one-hour session every weekend at 10:00.
Torbay Council have also received Multisport funding from Sport England to provide FREE Walking tennis, Cardio Tennis, Women and & Girls sessions, Down Syndrome multi sports sessions and Inclusive Multi Sports, contact torbayparkstennis@gmail.com for more information.
Tennis Xpress Course: A fun and social group coaching course which helps adult beginners to get into tennis. Tennis Xpress teaches the foundations of the game so that by the end of the six week course you will be able to enjoy fun matches with friends, family or other people that you meet.
LTA Cardio Tennis: Cardio Tennis is a high energy group fitness session that combines music and tennis with cardiovascular exercise. Delivering the ultimate full body workout, Cardio Tennis is fun, social and designed to get you moving.
LTA Walking Tennis: What is walking tennis? It's a safe, fun and inclusive way to stay active! It's a game open to anyone, whether you're a life long tennis player, a complete beginner, returning from injury, or just need a bit more time to get into the swing of things, you can give the game a go in a supportive and fun setting. It's low impact and social too!
It's a slower paced version of the traditional game. You can play at any age and it's a great way for seniors to keep both their mind and body active, whilst enjoying the social side of being part of a tennis community.
What are the rules?
- You can let the ball bounce for extra time
- You can play on a smaller court and use modified equipment
- Players can't run or jump
Starting on Friday 1st August at 10am for 1 hour for 6 weeks with a fully qualified LTA Coach. All equipment will be provided and all sessions are free!
Inclusive Tennis: We want to invite you to an inclusive tennis session open for children and adults with physical and learning disabilities as well as for those with mental health conditions. We know the power of playing sports for people with specific needs and we're passionate about offering experiences that harness that power. Our inclusive sessions will be a fun, interactive and appropriate session for all individuals, regardless of ability and fitness.
Starting Thursday 31st July for 6 weeks, 1 hour per week, with a fully qualified LTA Coach. Thursdays 10am - 11am at Abbey Park Tennis Courts Torquay.
Wheelchair Tennis Sessions: Starting on Thursday 31st July at 4pm, we are planning a 6 week programme for 1 hr per week, for free for all participants. Everyone welcome whether you have never played tennis in your chair before, or you are an experienced chair player, we'd love to see you! Equipment is provided, and with a fully qualified LTA Coach.
Junior Sessions:
LTA Youth - Red: At the Red stage, children practice to serve (with an overarm throw) rally, and learn to play points. Coaches will help children to develop adaptive skills, coordination, balance & speed. Through basic instruction, children continue to prepare for the game ahead.
LTA Youth - Orange: At the Orange stage, children learn the rules & scoring to play the game from serve & return. Coaches will support children to grow their motor skills (orientation, hand-eye coordination, running & moving) to play in a dynamic environment. At the Orange stage children will increase proficiency, problem-solving skills & learn sportsmanship.
LTA Youth - Green: At the Green stage, children enjoy playing tennis on a full size court. Coaches will help children to grow their game to play with variety and will continue to improve their tactical awareness whilst refining technique. Children will become more autonomous and accept greater responsibilities.
LTA Youth - Yellow: At the Yellow stage, children are now playing on a full size court with the balls the professionals use. Children will continue to explore different game styles and start to find their own. They will evolve through well-rounded motor skills development whilst improving their physical capacities. By this stage, children will be tennis fans for life!
Our Mini Pay and Play and Junior Pay and Play sessions are open to everyone and give you the flexibility to pay as you go. The sessions are aimed at Beginner and Improver levels and allow children to practice and play in group sessions. You will learn new skills and have great fun whilst making new friends.
