As the pleasant weather beckons, there is an enticing opportunity to engage in complimentary tennis sessions in Exeter. Commencing later this month, free tennis sessions will be hosted at the Cowick Barton Playing Fields, under the ownership of the Exeter City Council, every Saturday from the 20th of April. These sessions, catering to individuals aged 12 and above, irrespective of their tennis expertise, will run from 12 noon to 1 pm each week.
Conducted by Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) qualified coaches Lee Burrell and Tamzin Sherzad, the sessions aim to accommodate participants of varying skill levels. All necessary equipment will be provided, although attendees are welcome to bring their own rackets if preferred.
Expressing eagerness for the return of these sessions, Lee Burrell, one of the aforementioned coaches, highlighted their prior popularity and advised interested individuals to secure their spot in advance to avoid disappointment. The initiative is made possible by Tennis For Free (TFF), a charitable organization dedicated to promoting fully inclusive mass participation alternative tennis sessions for all demographics. With the aim to make tennis more accessible, the free sessions will also be available at Heavitree Pleasure Ground.
For those considering participation, it is imperative to book in advance through the LTA Clubspark website for the Cowick Barton sessions (age 12 and above, all abilities) at https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/COWICKBARTONPLAYINGFIELDS and for the Heavitree sessions (all ages and abilities) at https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/heavitreepleasureground. This presents an excellent opportunity for individuals in Exeter to revel in outdoor activity and hone their skills through enjoyable tennis sessions. Whether seeking to improve existing abilities or to explore the sport for the first time, these gratis sessions offer an invaluable opportunity not to be missed.