Tennis on the Isle of Man
We have four main tennis clubs on the Island at present that cater for all age groups from 5 years old to veterans. Tennis Leagues run through the summer months with Junior competitions being held every two –three months. Also, the Island County Championships are held every year for the Yellow Ball players to compete for being the Island Champion. Tennis for the younger ages are categorised in to Red Ball (aged 5 – 7 years old), Orange Ball (aged 7 – 9 years old), Green Ball (aged 9 – 11 years old) and Yellow Ball for all older players. These are due to junior physical development and that the ball weight increases as the players physically develop. All junior players participating in the Sporting Club Manx Youth Games sessions will be playing with Red sponge ball which makes the game fun and easier to pick up, this also teaches the player how to win points by strategy rather than power.
If your child is interested in participating relevant information is below.
Come and join in the fun!!
Region |
Venue |
Day |
Time |
Sch Yr |
|
North |
Bunscoill Rhumsaa |
Thursdays 26th Jan - 11th May, Excluding 23rd Feb, 13th + 20th April 2023 |
5.30pm - 6.30pm |
2 to 3 |
North |
South |
Rushen Primary School (SH) |
Tuesdays 24th Jan - 9th May, Excluding 21st Feb, 11th + 18th April 2023 |
6pm - 7pm |
2 to 3 |
South |
East |
NSC (SH) |
Wednesday 25th Jan - 10th May, Excluding 1st + 22nd Feb, 12th + 19th April 2023 |
5pm - 6pm |
2 to 3 |
East |
West |
St Johns Primary School (SH) |
Fridays 27th Jan - 5th May 2023, Excluding 24th Feb, 7th, 14th + 21st April 2023 |
6pm - 7pm |
2 to 3 |
West |
Contacts |
|
Role |
Robert Comber |
iomltatdo@manx.net |
MYG Co-ordinator /Tennis Development Officer |
Brian Walton |
IOM LTA Chairman |
|
Ramsey Tennis Club |
iomltatdo@manx.net | |
Douglas Tennis Club |
coaching@douglstennis.im | |
Albany Tennis Club |
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Castletown Tennis Club |