Tennis Thursdays Summer 2026
Welcome to the Tennis Thursdays programme for Summer 2026!
All activities are free of charge but must be booked in advance. Age ranges vary depending on the activity so please check to make sure you are booking something suitable for your child. We cannot accept bookings outside of the given age ranges.
All sessions are led by qualified coaches with all equipment provided.
Tots and parents tennis - ages 3 to 5 (each child must be accompanied by an adult on a 1-2-1 basis)
A fun, play-based introduction to the sport packed full of games to help your little one learn.
| Activity | Age range | Date and time | Location | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tots and parents tennis at Saltwell Park | 3 to 5 | Thursday 23 July 9:30 - 10:15 | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Email [email protected] |
| Tots and parents tennis at Saltwell Park | 3 to 5 | Thursday 30 July 9:30 - 10:15 | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Email [email protected] |
| Tots and parents tennis at Saltwell Park | 3 to 5 | Thursday 6 August 9:30 - 10:15 | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Email [email protected] |
Family tennis - all ages 5 plus (children must be accompanied by at least one adult)
An ideal introduction to the sport or a chance to develop skills whilst getting the whole family active together.
| Activity | Age range | Date and time | Location | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family tennis | Over 5 | Thursday 23 July 10:30 - 12 noon | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Email [email protected] |
| Family tennis | Over 5 | Thursday 30 July 1 to 2:30pm | Derwent Park, NE39 1LG | Email [email protected] |
| Family tennis | Over 5 | Thursday 6 August 10:30 to 12 noon | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Email [email protected] |
Junior tennis - ages 6 to 11
Led by qualified coaches, sessions are designed to build strong foundations in movement, coordination, and racket skills through engaging games and activities.
| Activity | Age range | Date and time | Location | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior tennis at Derwent Park | 6 to 11 | Thursday 23 July 1 to 2:30pm | Derwent Park, NE39 1LG | Book now |
| Junior tennis at Saltwell Park | 6 to 11 | Thursday 30 July 9.30 to 10:15am | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Book now |
| Junior tennis at Derwent Park | 6 to 11 | Thursday 6 August 1 to 2.30pm | Derwent Park, NE39 1LG | Book now |
| Junior tennis at Saltwell Park | 6 to 11 | Thursday 27 August 9.30 to 10:15am | Saltwell Park, NE9 5AX | Book now |
Tennis and bowling combo session - ages 6 to 11
Try something a little different this summer with this 2 in 1 sport session! First up is tennis where children will get the chance to play on our new courts at Marley Hill in a session packed full of fun skills, drills and games. Then Marley Hill Bowling Club is opening their green to give children the chance to try out the fantastic sport of bowling where they'll be introduced to the basics and try to win points in some friendly challenges.
| Activity | Age range | Date and time | Location | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennis and bowling combo | 6 to 11 | Thursday 20 August 10 to 12 noon | Church Street, behind Marley Hill Community Centre | Book now |
For more information on how to book a court for pay and play tennis, please visit LTA.