Tennis is set to be a smash in Harrow’s parks again this spring, with Emma Wells Tennis netting the role of new operator on our recently refurbished courts.
- Tennis in Harrow to be powered by new contract with Emma Wells Tennis
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Players will continue to book courts on the ClubSpark website
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Revamped community tennis sessions to be launched in time for Summer
The experienced tennis provider will build on the momentum established by Premier Tennis (now Courtside) to rally up more engagement with the sport from 3 March.
Courtside has seen more than 4,000 people play on the courts, served 900 coaching sessions, and overseen 2,850 free tennis sessions through its community programme. The new partnership will ensure that residents of all backgrounds and abilities have access to high-quality tennis facilities and programmes.
And there will be even more to love with the launch of a revitalised community tennis programme, set to debut this summer. Designed to encourage participation at all levels, the programme will feature coaching sessions, social play opportunities, and special events tailored to different age groups and skill sets.
Cllr Janet Mote, Portfolio Holder for Community & Culture, said:
"We are excited to partner with Emma Wells Tennis! With spring around the corner and warmer days ahead, I know many people will be looking forward to hitting the courts.
“Whether you’re new to tennis, or a seasoned player, our courts will continue to operate the same way. We’re working with Emma Wells to refresh our community tennis sessions which will bring even more fun and benefits. "
36 courts across Harrow parks were fully refurbished in 2023 thanks to £587,425.42 grant from the Lawn Tennis Association
Emma Wells who joins Harrow is also the Tennis Operator for the Borough of Merton and comes with over 20 years experience globally in the tennis industry and is a triple LTA Award winner, notably winning LTA Park of the Year Award in 2023.
Emma wells said:
“Our goal is to provide an open and consistent offer for people from all ages and abilities on these amazing courts in Harrow and to build communities of players as well as upskill the next generation of tennis leaders and coaches. It is our mission to ensure that ‘Tennis is Opened Up’ for all and as many barriers to playing are broken down.”
The current booking system for tennis courts remains and all the information about community coaching and free sessions will be available at https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/TennisHarrow
Further details regarding these changes will be communicated to Harrow Parks Forum representatives. Additionally, the Clubspark platform and the London Borough of Harrow website will be updated to reflect the latest developments.