What is Barclays Free Park Tennis?

Barclays Free Parks Tennis (FPT) is a programme that offers free tennis sessions to players of all ages and skill levels. These sessions are designed to be accessible to everyone, attracting players who are unable to pay for coaching sessions or court bookings. The sessions are run by a minimum of two trained and enhanced DBS/PVG-checked Activators. These Activators are volunteers who have completed an online training course and are responsible for delivering engaging tennis sessions in the parks.

Why should you become a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator?

Becoming a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator is hugely rewarding; your time and effort will make a big difference in people’s lives – helping players of all ages and backgrounds pick up a racket and have fun playing tennis. Not only will you be helping to grow the game and make a real impact in your community, keep active and enjoy spending time out on court. Working together as a team, this is also a good opportunity to meet new people.

What are the benefits of becoming an Activator?

Here’s just a few of the benefits on offer for our Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators: Free online training – giving you all the knowledge and resources you need to run fun sessions at your local park courts Free tennis equipment – we’ll kit you out with an equipment bag with rackets, balls, markers and everything else you need Free hoodie – once you’ve finished your training, we’ll send you a Barclays Free Park Tennis hoodie to wear during your sessions Support – the Operator at your local park courts will support you throughout your time as an Activator with ongoing admin and online sessions

Can I become an Activator if I am not a skilled tennis player?

Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators do not need to be skilled tennis players, the most important qualities are good communication and organizational skills, as well as being great with people. Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators will undergo a free, online course that lasts approximately 2 hours. The course covers various elements, including session content, organisation, safeguarding and inclusion, to equip the Activators with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Do I need any equipment for Barclays Free Park Tennis?

No. All balls and rackets are provided by Park Sports.

What are the Basic Rules of Tennis?

There are five different ways to win a point in tennis: Opponent hits the ball into the net. Opponent hits the ball outside of the marked area. Opponent serves a double fault (misses 2 serves in a row). The ball bounces twice before your opponent hits it (except for wheelchair players. They have two bounces permitted). Hitting a winning shot that your opponent can't return e.g. an ace. Source: LTA

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Free Park Tennis

SUNDAY 10AM-11AM

Free Weekend Tennis

Free social tennis sessions for all ages, every Sunday, at Park Sports Lammas Park. Free Park Tennis gives you the chance to meet new people and enjoy free exercise with a full-body workout, whilst practicing your skills - all in just a one-hour session.

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We're looking for volunteers to help run our Barclays Free Park Tennis Sessions at Lammas Park.

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Every Sunday at Park Sports Lammas Park

Barclays Free Parks Tennis (FPT) is a programme that offers free tennis sessions to players of all ages and skill levels. These sessions are designed to be accessible to everyone, attracting players who are unable to pay for coaching sessions or court bookings.

Sessions are run by trained and enhanced DBS/PVG-checked volunteers who have completed an online Activator training course and are responsible for delivering engaging tennis sessions.

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What can you expect?

Anyone can play – Whatever your age or ability, Barclays Free Park Tennis is open to anyone looking to get started, improve their skills and enjoy free tennis.
Play tennis for free – We’ll never charge you to play, just sign up for free each week and we’ll see you on court.
Meet new people – Free Park Tennis is a group session, so you’ll get to meet and play tennis with a whole host of different people.
We’ll provide rackets and equipment – It doesn’t matter if you haven’t played before, or if you don’t own a tennis racket.

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Fun games and exercises – Every session is packed with a variety of games to keep you active and progress your skills.
Free workout – Each session will give you a free workout, get you outdoors and help you practice your game.
Led by trained volunteers – Sessions are run all year round by a group of trained volunteers, who are set and ready to give you the best tennis experience.
Bring the family – If you’re looking for free things to do for the whole family, we’ve got you covered. Both adults and children can get involved and enjoy playing tennis together.

Source: LTA

How to Find Us

Located in the heart of Ealing, Park Sports Lammas Park is less than 10 minutes' walk from the Piccadilly line via South Ealing and Northfields stations. Given its location, it's also extremely accessible by car and those driving can park free of charge on Culmington Road and Elers Road.

If arriving by bicycle, at the front of the café, you will be able to use our bicycle parking rack to lock your bike up safely. You will need to bring your own padlock.

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What is Barclays Free Park Tennis?

Barclays Free Parks Tennis (FPT) is a programme that offers free tennis sessions to players of all ages and skill levels. These sessions are designed to be accessible to everyone, attracting players who are unable to pay for coaching sessions or court bookings.
The sessions are run by a minimum of two trained and enhanced DBS/PVG-checked Activators.
These Activators are volunteers who have completed an online training course and are responsible for delivering engaging tennis sessions in the parks.
Why should you become a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator?

Becoming a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator is hugely rewarding; your time and effort will make a big difference in people’s lives – helping players of all ages and backgrounds pick up a racket and have fun playing tennis.
Not only will you be helping to grow the game and make a real impact in your community, keep active and enjoy spending time out on court. Working together as a team, this is also a good opportunity to meet new people.
What are the benefits of becoming an Activator?
Here’s just a few of the benefits on offer for our Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators:
- Free online training – giving you all the knowledge and resources you need to run fun sessions at your local park courts
- Free tennis equipment – we’ll kit you out with an equipment bag with rackets, balls, markers and everything else you need
- Free hoodie – once you’ve finished your training, we’ll send you a Barclays Free Park Tennis hoodie to wear during your sessions
- Support – the Operator at your local park courts will support you throughout your time as an Activator with ongoing admin and online sessions
How to become an activator?
Becoming a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator is simple and free for you to apply:
- Click here to sign up as a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator
- Create your account and complete the onboarding process
- Complete your training, DBS and Safeguarding training
- Get to know all the resources and we will let you know when your session is all set up
For full instructions on becoming a Barclays Free Park Tennis Activator, please read the LTA's helpful guide.
Can I become an Activator if I am not a skilled tennis player?

Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators do not need to be skilled tennis players, the most important qualities are good communication and organizational skills, as well as being great with people.
Barclays Free Park Tennis Activators will undergo a free, online course that lasts approximately 2 hours.
The course covers various elements, including session content, organisation, safeguarding and inclusion, to equip the Activators with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Join Our Team of Activators!

We’re looking for volunteers to help run our Sunday morning Barclays Free Park Tennis Sessions at Lammas Park. For more information about getting involved and how to become an Activator, please complete the form below.

Join Our Team of Activators!

We're looking for volunteers to help run our Barclays Free Park Tennis Sessions at Lammas Park.

Find out how to join our team.

Every Sunday at Park Sports Lammas Park

What can you expect?

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