Dorset Tennis & Padel exists to promote the games of tennis and padel at all levels throughout Dorset (the area covered by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, and Dorset Councils). It became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in January 2025 and is now going through the approval process of the national LTA to recognise it as the successor to Dorset […]
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LTA Dorset Coach Forum 2025
Another fantastic LTA Dorset Coach Forum at David Lloyd Poole, all about coaching doubles and helping young players build confidence at the net. Amazing energy on and off the court. Brilliant to see a record number of Dorset coaches catching up, sharing ideas and having some brilliant discussions in the off-court session, focused around how […]
Wheelchair Tennis Star Lucy Shuker Joins Dorset Tennis & Padel as Ambassador
We’re thrilled to announce that Lucy Shuker, multiple Grand Slam competitor and Paralympic flag bearer, has officially joined Dorset Tennis & Padel as our Ambassador to inspire the next generation and promote tennis and padel across the county. Fresh from competing on the world stage, Lucy brings her passion, experience, and leadership to our community, […]
8U – 11U Advantage Tour has arrived
The Dorset 8U-11U Advantage Tour is HERE! A brand-new, fun-first competition series designed to get more kids on court competing, playing as a team and having fun 🎉 UPCOMING FIRST EVENT Sunday, 2nd November at East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club 8U – 2.30 pm to 2 pm 9U – 2 pm to 4 […]
LTA Awards and Dorset Tennis & Padel County Awards – Nominations Open
Nominations are open for the 2026 LTA Awards. All nominations must be submitted online through the nomination form on the LTA website: www.lta.org.uk/awards We’re excited to recognise the incredible contributions from players, coaches, clubs, and volunteers across Dorset. With a variety of award categories open for nominations, this is your chance to shine a spotlight […]
Sue’s 9 Hour Tennisathon in Aid of The Royal Osteoporosis Society
An American doubles style tournament and charity bake-off is being held at East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, organised by Sue Hobden, in aid of The Royal Osteoporosis Society. Date | Sunday, 12th October How can I get involved? Sign up to play (minimum donation £5) individually or as a pair / team Get […]
12U Boys & Girls Teams Compete in County Cup Play-Offs
Brilliant team effort from our Dorset boys’ and girls’ 12U County Cup teams who both competed in the Play-Offs, 13th and 14th September, for a place in the National Finals – fantastic achievement for a small county. Huge well done to our girls who finished 2nd. Despite tough weather with matches reduced to a one […]
Dorset County Closed Padel Championships 2025
The second Dorset County Closed Padel Championships has been another huge success this year. In two parts, the first weekend, 4th to 7th September featured the 14U and 18U Boys and Girls Doubles and Men’s and Women’s Open Doubles and took place at East Dorset LTCC. Fantastic to see the juniors competing and a special […]
Southbourne Tennis Club Celebrate 60 Decades of Tennis
Congratulations to Southbourne Tennis Club who are proudly celebrating their 60th Anniversary this year. To mark this amazing milestone, the club held a Community Fun Day, a fantastic event packed with activities for all ages including : Cardio Tennis Mini Tennis Kids Games Dance Fitness Pickleball Tennis Aerial Fitness BBQ The day was a huge […]
Men’s O60s Padel Team In Action at the UK Padel County Championships
Fantastic team effort from our Men’s O60s Padel team at the UK Padel County O60 Championships, 6th and 7th September at Rocket Padel, Bristol. The team came incredibly close to winning their Group, with two hard fought matches decided by 10-point tie-breaks that just went the opposition’s way. A great fight from the team all […]
