Tennis at Bodmin Leisure Centre

Better, Bodmin Leisure Centre are very proud to be Cornwall’s only indoor tennis centre, with 3 indoor courts and 4 floodlit outdoor tennis courts,

We welcome players of all ages and abilities. Whether you are club standard, returning to tennis, or complete beginner, we have something for you. We offer a comprehensive range of tennis activities, from court hire to individual coaching and also group coaching for junior and adult players.

Our facilities are open to all, membership options are available.

 

Tots Tennis (3-5 years)

Children and parents will work together on sending and receiving skills, simple racket and ball work, balance, movement and coordination.

Learn Ages 5-8 years (LTA Youth RED)

During this stage they will learn the fundamentals of tennis whilst playing on a smaller court with smaller rackets and softer balls. This allows them to develop key skills such as forehands and backhands whilst being able to rally with the coaches and their peers. 

Learn Ages 8-9 years (LTA Youth ORANGE)

Mini tennis orange is a great way for players to progress from mini tennis red. The court will be bigger than red stage but still not full sized. Mini tennis orange allows players to develop a more rounded game and start learning basic tactics before progressing onto a full size court.

Learn Ages 9-11 years (LTA Youth GREEN)

Mini Tennis Green is played on a full size court with bigger rackets but the balls are still slightly softer then normal yellow balls. During Mini tennis green players will start developing all aspects of their game on the full sized courts.

Learn Ages 11+ years (LTA Youth YELLOW)

Players are using full sized tennis courts and full yellow tennis balls. At this age the emphasis on tactical and technical development around match related skills.

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To arrange a FREE trial please contact our Tennis Manager, Steve Holmes on stephen.holmes@gll.org or call 01208 75715. Alternatively Click Here to book one of our courses online

Girls Tennis Session (12 - 17 years)

A fun, social tennis session aimed at getting teenage girls playing and enjoying tennis. The session is run by LTA Accredited female coach, who will create a relaxed atmosphere with a range of play based games

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LTA Youth Start Courses (4 - 11 years)

Perfect introduction to tennis! LTA Youth Start is for children aged 4 - 11 years old who are new to tennis.

The players recieve 6 fun active tennis coaching sessions, Tennis Racket & balls, t-shirt and wristbands. Each child will recieve attendance stickers and certificate on completion. £29.99 (+£5 P & P) to find a course at Bodmin

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Internal LTA Youth Matchplay Sessions (6 - 11 years)

We offer matchplay sessions for our players, who can attend and put into practice their coaching. These sessions are invite only. If you would like to know more please email stephen.holmes@gll.org

Designed for adults that would like coaching and learn the various techniques and tactics. These courses offer better coach / pupil ratios and the focus is on the needs of the group. Sessions will test your abilities on games based coaching drills. Course are pre paid for 9 or 14 weeks.

Learn Adult Beginner:

Aimed at players starting out or returning to tennis. Our aim is to build your confidence as a player with lots of coaching on all the main strokes (forehand, backhand, volley and serve). Our AIM is to get you playing tennis!

Learn Adult Improver:

Players that know their way around a tennis court. Players can rally from the back of the court and at the net, using a good foundation of techniques. Your serve is developing and you have good knowledge of the doubles tactics and positions. 

Learn Adult Advanced:

For team players or players that want to train and compete in an intense but fun environment. Players work on advanced techniques, spins and tactical patterns of play at a relatively high pace with CONSISTENCY

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LTA Tennis Xpress - Adult Beginner Course:

A fun and social group coaching course which helps adult beginners to get into tennis.

Tennis Xpress teaches the foundations of the game so that by the end of the six week course you will be able to enjoy fun matches with friends, family or other people that you meet. Under the guidance of an LTA Accredited coach you will be taught new skills and shown how to serve, rally and score.

By using a variety of ball types and court sizes the game will be made easy and fun, enabling you to gain confidence and enjoy mastering the basics.

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To arrange a FREE Trial Session please email our Tennis Manager Steve Holmes on stephen.holmes@gll.org or call us on 01208 75715.

Our Pay and Play sessions offer customers the opportunities to put their skills into practice at our social doubles sessions or if you fancy a little more structure then try our coached drop ins. Booking is adviseable as places are limited on these sessions.

Adult Social Doubles

All players are welcome to mix and match in this social and relaexed doubles session. Just bring a tube of balls and mix in.

Adult Social Drop In Coaching

If you are looking for a little bit more structure or guidance then try one of our social drop in coaching sessions. Our centre coach will lead you through some games based drills before you end the session with some doubles.

Adult Club Standard Coaching

For players of intermediate standard, consistent rallying or play club standard doubles. This session is active and sometimes competitive games based drills, finishing with doubles or singles matchplay play.

 

Be ACTIVE 50+ 

Fun, sociable and Low impact coach led activity session for players aged over 50 years old. Ideal starter session for older individuals or couples, individuals with long term health conditions or complete beginners.

Give it a go! All equipment is provided.

 

Cardio Tennis

Cardio Tennis is a fun sociable but high energy group fitness activity. It is set on a tennis court supported by music and a qualified coach. Chase down every ball and burn lots of calories. Limited tennis playing experience is required. Booking is essential

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Indoor and outdoor tennis courts are available for public use. Courts are bookable on an hourly basis starting on every hour. Customers can only hire one court per booking. 

Indoor Tennis Court Hire

Standard Price	Members / Concessionary Price
£22.00	£16.50

Outdoor Tennis Courts - Available

Standard Price	PAYG Price	Better Tennis	Guest Fee*
£10.00	£8.40	Free of Charge	£5.20

* Better Tennis Members playing with non members.

 

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1 to 1 lessons can be arranged at Better, Bodmin Leisure Centre with one of our enthusiastic and dedicated tennis coaching team.

To enquire about individual lessons please email Stephen.holmes@gll.org who will start the process and get you in touch with our tennis coaching team. 

Check out our fantastic Better Outdoor Tennis Membership at Bodmin Leisure Centre, available from £125 per annum. Enjoy the following as part of the membership:

• Outdoor Daily Tennis - 1 per day
• Up to 20% off tennis drop in sessions
• 20% off indoor tennis court bookings
• Access to tennis coaching courses
• Members only nights
• Eligible for team selection and practice sessions

Available at Bodmin Leisure Centre only. 

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Tennis Racket restring service available. Please complete the racket restring form at reception. If you would like specific string, then please provide. 

To find out what strings we have available, please email stephen.holmes@gll.org 

Our Safeguarding Code of Conduct covers the supervision and care of children and young people. The sets out the behaviours and good practice required of all staff and others working on GLL premises.

We are proud to promote the British Tennis Safeguarding policy standards, codes of behaviour and reporting procedures that demonstrates our commitment to safeguarding children and adults ar risk.

British Tennis Safeguarding Policy

British Tennis Diversity and Inclusion Policy

For more information on our safeguarding commitment or on LTA minimum standards at Bodmin Tennis Centre, please contact Karen Edmond Welfare Officer by emailing: karen.edmond@gll.org.