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Join one of the world’s most popular sports. Open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginner to competitive.

Game, set, match

Whether you’re an experienced player or picking up a racket for the very first time, Royal Navy tennis is for everyone. Teamwork, fitness, and fun are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy when you start playing.

Getting into the sport is easy with our weekly training session at Portsmouth Indoor Tennis Centre. Grassroots events take place regularly throughout the year and the annual Royal Navy Tennis Championships are open to all. For novice players, the championship tournament is a great way to experience the competitive side of the game.


If you’re ready to compete at a higher level and represent the Royal Navy at home and abroad, qualified players can go on to compete at Inter-Service challenges and tournaments.

We also support those who want to go beyond playing, offering pathways to help you train, develop, and qualify as a coach or umpire.
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What you can do with Royal Navy Tennis

Men's Tennis

  • 1 Development Team
  • Grassroots and Beginners – Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
  • Men’s Masters (under 35s)
  • Men’s Masters (over 35s)
  • Compete at regional, national, and inter-service competitions
  • Weekly training sessions at Portsmouth Indoor Tennis Centre

Women's Tennis

  • 1 Development Team
  • Grassroots and Beginners – Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles
  • Women’s Masters (under 35s)
  • Women’s Masters (over 35s)
  • Compete at regional, national, and inter-service competitions
  • Weekly training sessions at Portsmouth Indoor Tennis Centre

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Tennis by the numbers

Serving WInners

  • 50Courts across the Royal Navy
  • 150+Players across the Royal Navy
  • 20Wimbledon qualifying players

Contact

Join the sport

Get together, get out there, and get active.

Tennis in the Royal Navy is managed by the Royal Navy Tennis Association (RNTLA). Get in touch with us through Navy Sport to get started, learn more about the association, and get set up with the right kit.

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