Multiple HEAD tennis balls on court.

Tennis

Indoor and outdoor courts, coaching programmes, and competitive leagues for all levels.

What Do Our Tennis Offer?

Bolton Arena is one of the North West’s premier tennis venues, home to an LTA Regional Player Development Centre and indoor courts that host international wheelchair tennis events.

We offer coaching for all ages and levels, from mini tennis for under-5s to performance squads and adult social sessions. Courts are available to book for casual play too.

LTA-accredited coaching for children of all ages, from mini red for under-5s through to performance squads for aspiring competitors.

Group coaching sessions, cardio tennis, and social play sessions for adults of all abilities. A great way to improve your game and meet other players.

Book indoor and outdoor courts for casual play. Available to members and non-members, with flexible booking options.

Internal and external league play, plus regular tournaments for juniors and adults. Compete at a level that suits you.

Tennis balls in a basket on a tennis court at Bolton Arena

Up your game

At Active Bolton we offer tennis court hire within our world class indoor and outdoor facility, a range of courses and a dedicated team of professional coaches.

Our state-of-the-art sports facility includes a range of indoor tennis courts, ensuring that you can enjoy your favorite sport year-round, regardless of the weather.

Choose your perfect membership match

We offer a great range of peak and off-peak tennis memberships, or you can train and enhance your game with our tennis and fitness option 

Whether you’re a passionate player or just looking to pick up a new hobby, our tennis membership offers a host of benefits. You’ll have access to top-notch tennis facilities with a court allowance of 2 off-peak courts per day, 1 peak court per day. All courts are subject to availability. Members can invite non members to play on Tennis & Badminton courts.

2 HEAD Tour Tennis Balls on court by a net.

Tennis for all ages

Whatever your age or whatever level you aspire to, our courses develop skills and passion for this fantastic sport 

For the younger players, our junior programs are designed to introduce them to the world of tennis in a fun and nurturing environment.

If you’re an adult looking to take up tennis or take your existing skills to the next level, our courses are structured to suit your needs. From beginners’ lessons that cover the basics to advanced coaching for experienced players seeking to refine their game, our programs are designed to help you reach your aspirations on the court.

Young girl hitting a tennis ball with a HEAD tennis racket.

Performance squads

Renowned for our world class facilities and high-level coaching expertise, we provide an excellent pathway for those wanting to excel. 

What truly sets us apart, however, is our coaching team. Our expert coaches bring a wealth of experience and a commitment to nurturing talent to the forefront.

As one of only 12 Regional Player Development Centres in the UK, we nurture the best young players to build an all court game style that will enable them to compete at a National and International level.

Find out how you can fulfil those aspirations at Bolton Arena Tennis Academy

Tennis coaching of two tenns

Tennis court hire

A social game of doubles or a rematch between ‘rivals, hire one of our eight high quality courts 

Tennis courts can be booked online for existing customers and members.

Court hire starts from just £11 per hour or is free with a tennis membership with a maximum court allowance of 2 off-peak courts per day, 1 peak court per day.

Multiple HEAD tennis balls on court.

Frequently Asked Questions

Opening hours vary by venue. Please check the individual location pages for specific times. Most venues are open from 6:30am on weekdays.

No, you can pay as you go. However, membership offers the best value with unlimited access to all six venues, 100+ classes, and more.

Yes, all our venues have free car parking available for members and visitors.

Absolutely. We offer a free 3-day trial so you can experience everything we have to offer before committing to a membership.

Yes, all our venues are fully accessible with disabled parking, ramps, lifts, and accessible changing rooms. Please contact your venue if you have specific requirements.

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