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New girls’ tennis sessions launching Monday 13th October – free trial available

We are excited to announce the launch of our new girls’ tennis sessions starting on Monday 13 October, offering a fun and inclusive way for girls to get active, build confidence, and learn new skills on the court.

The sessions are split into two age groups to ensure age-appropriate coaching and development:

🕔 5pm–6pm – Rising stars – Girls aged 10 and under

🕕 6pm–7pm – Wild roses – Girls aged 11 and over

The sessions are designed to help girls of all abilities enjoy tennis, make new friends, and grow their confidence through sport.

A free trial is available, giving them the chance to try out the sessions before committing. Spaces are limited, so early booking is encouraged.

To book a free trial head over to the Class4Kids website

 

And if you’d like to find out more, please contact Millie on 07818 040727 or email milliedavidsen06@gmail.com.

Open Day and Tennis Masterclass Saturday 30th August 1pm – 6pm

Saturday 30th August 2025

A rare opportunity to be coached by former Davis Cup player Danny Sapsford and his team from Bright Ideas for Tennis

Come along, improve your skills and learn the finer points of the game from the professionals.

Session Times:                                                                                                                                   Cost

1.00pm – 1:45pm     Mini (5 – 10 year olds)                                                                         £5.00      

1:45pm- 2:30pm     Teenagers                                                                                                   £5.00     

2:30pm – 3:30pm    Social Adult Players                                                                            £10.00

3:30pm – 4:30pm    Adult Team Players                                                                            £10.00      

Entry into any of the  sessions gives one free entry into the fastest serve competition.

4:30pm – 5pm         Fastest Serve Competition                                      £3.00 for 5 serves

5pm – 5:30pm        Exhibition Match – watch the pros play.

5:30pm – 6pm       Championship Tie Breakers

Participants 16+ will be entered into a draw for the chance to play in the tie breakers with the pros.

Refreshments available throughout the afternoon (cash only).

Places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis. To ensure your participation please follow these instructions:

  1. Download the entry form here 
  2. Make payment as per the account details on the form
  3. Fill in your details and return to: bltcsec@aol.com
  4. See you on the 30th August for an amazing day.

Success for Millie and Raz at Colchester & District Finals Day

Two of our top junior players reached the Colchester  District Finals Day held at Frinton-on-Sea Lawn Tennis Club on 9th September.

Razvan Bulancea played a 3 set match on the grass and coming out of the blocks all guns blazing winning the first set but in the intense heat was unable to maintain his lead and lost by 2 sets to 1.

Millie Davidsen battled hard in a very close match, losing the first set 5-7 but taking the next two sets 7-5, 7-5 for a well deserved victory.

Great tennis from both players – well done!

 

Junior Players enjoying great success in matches

With 10 Braintree Junior teams entered into the Halstead and District Junior League this season there are great opportunities for our budding tennis players to practice in competitive and fun match play. 

The league has gotten off to a great start this season with lots of players winning matches and most importantly gaining lots of match experience that is invaluable to their improvement.

If you haven’t been able to get involved in any matches yet this season but are keen to get playing, our Junior Cup Championships being held over the May Bank Holiday Weekend (27th – 29th) present a great opportunity to play some informal matches in an environment they’re comfortable in. If you want to get involved let Rob know on 07710 420226 or robhardyptc@gmail.com.

There is also the opportunity to play some individual LTA competitions if you are looking to take your game even further! Our very own Amelia Kizelbach has been playing lots of individual comps that have taken her to top 5 in the county and to the National Championships in 2022!

If you are interested in playing some LTA competitions more info can be found through the link below and you can contact Rob if you have any questions.

https://www.lta.org.uk/compete/