Tennis in Leeuwarden
4 clubs where you can start.

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Jonker Sikke Sportcentrum in Jellum -
LTV De Bontekoe Sportcentrum in Westeinde -
Tennis & padelvereniging Stiens Sports club in Stiens -
Tennis Fabriek Sports club in the Vrijheidswijk -
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Tennisvereniging Grouw Sports club in Grou
How to start tennis in Leeuwarden
Tennis is usually played through a club: you become a member, get a pass for the courts and can take lessons with the club's coach.
- Choose a club nearbyThe list above shows which clubs offer a trial class or introductory lesson.
- Book a trial classYou can usually borrow a racket the first time. Bring sports shoes without black soles.
- Become a memberWith a membership you can play freely and join in lessons and tournaments. Lessons are often paid for separately.
How much does tennis cost?
At a club you pay a membership fee. A few examples:
- Tennisclub 't NijlânSeniors € 195
- Tennis & padelvereniging StiensSeniors (18 years and older) € 195,00; Juniors € 75,00 (membership fee 2026)
- Tennisvereniging GrouwSenior € 175,-; Junior € 75,-
- Tennis FabriekDay membership 09:00-17:00 €160
Your first time
In a first tennis class or trial session you learn the basic strokes: forehand, backhand and serve. Most clubs will lend you a racket the first time. Bring sports clothing and shoes without black soles.
About tennis
You play tennis alone or with two people against each other, with a racket and a ball over a net. You win points, games and sets. It is played on clay, artificial grass with sand, or hardcourt. In the Netherlands you usually play through a club, with competitions in spring and autumn.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can you play tennis in Leeuwarden?
- There are 4 tennis clubs in the municipality of Leeuwarden, including Tennis & padelvereniging Stiens, Tennis Fabriek, Tennisclub 't Nijlân, Tennisvereniging Grouw.
- Which tennis clubs offer a trial session?
- None of the clubs mention a trial class. Ask the club if you can join in once.
- How much does tennis cost in Leeuwarden?
- Tennisclub 't Nijlân: Seniors € 195. Tennis & padelvereniging Stiens: Seniors (18 years and older) € 195,00; Juniors € 75,00 (membership fee 2026).
- Is tennis in Leeuwarden suitable for beginners?
- Ask the club about a beginners' group; not every club states the level.