Description
Tennis is a dynamic and engaging sport that combines agility, strategy, and endurance.
Whether you’re rallying with friends, competing in matches, or working on your serve, tennis offers a fantastic full-body workout and a chance to sharpen your mental focus. It’s a game for all ages and skill levels, providing fun and challenge every time you step on the court.
Our Tennis Club welcomes players of all abilities — from complete beginners picking up a racket for the first time to seasoned players chasing their next victory. We organise regular coaching sessions, social matches, and competitive leagues to help you develop your skills and enjoy the game in a friendly environment. More than just a sport, we’re a supportive community united by a love of tennis. Grab your racket — it’s more than tennis, it’s a way of life.
2022/23 Season
BUCS Team of the Year Winner. Northern 4A league winners (Mens 4s) Northern 2A league winners & Conference Cup Winners (Womens 1s)
2023/24 Season
Norhtern 2A league Winners (Mens 1s), Varsity Winners (Mens 1s)
2024/25 Season
JMSU Social Media Star Award Nominee.
About Us
LJMU Tennis is an LTA award-winning club based at the Liverpool Tennis Centre, home to six indoor and six outdoor acrylic courts. We welcome players of all levels, offering an inclusive environment for everyone at John Moores University to enjoy tennis. Our members have access to weekly coaching sessions tailored for beginners, improvers, and performance-level players, all led by LTA-qualified coaches. Competitive opportunities include participation in BUCS team leagues and interclub competitions such as club championships and ladder leagues, with results counting toward your official LTA rating. Alongside serious competition, we also host fun events like Mixed Doubles, Touch tennis, and even three-legged tennis, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Staff members are also encouraged to join, with structured coaching and match play sessions available.
Key Information
Our sessions take place at Liverpool Tennis Centre every week. Beginner and Match Play sessions are held on Fridays, while team training for competitive players happens on Tuesday evenings from 8 to 10. Beyond playing, we also offer opportunities to develop as a coach, with subsidised LTA coaching qualifications that can help you find part-time work during university or support your career after graduation. LJMU Tennis is more than just a sports club—it’s a community. We round off each term with social events, including our annual Christmas and end-of-year meals, and often partner with other societies for joint socials to keep the fun going off the court.
Why Us?
If you're looking for a club that combines competitive sport with a lively social scene, LJMU Tennis is the place to be. Whether you're an experienced player or picking up a racket for the first time, we cater to all standards and welcome everyone into our community. Even if tennis isn’t your main focus, you’ll still enjoy some of the best social events the university has to offer. For new members, we ensure you feel at home from day one by pairing each fresher with a dedicated "fresher mum or dad" who’ll help integrate you into the team. At LJMU Tennis, you’ll find more than just a club—you’ll find your people.
Committee
Each sports club is led by a student committee responsible for running the club, organising activities, and representing members. The committee is chaired by the Club Captain, with support from other elected roles.
Club Captain - Sam Thomas
Vice Club Captain - Lucy Bowker
Communications Officer - Sophie Scriven
Treasurer - Reece Ihle Matthews
Social Sec - Claudia Pearce, Jess Bar & Adam Webb
Welfare Officer - Evie Howes
Charity Officer - Rhys Owen
BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport)
See how the team is performing in BUCS competitions. Click below to view upcoming fixtures, results, and current league standings.
Team LJMU Merch
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