Tennis is a sport that is good for your health and mindset. You get a good workout running around the court, especially in Bangkok’s hot climate, and there’s a strategic side to the game that gives you a mental workout too. The game is known to improve your ability to deal with stress, and results in better problem solving off the court.
Tennis is a very social sport too - the game of doubles involves 4 players, so you’ll be sure to make new friends too, especially if you join a tennis club and sign up for lessons or social competitions.
If you have a tennis partner or a group of friends who fancy a hit, you’ll need to decide where to play and book a court. There’s a multitude of tennis clubs in Bangkok that let you book their tennis courts by the hour - and the rates are quite affordable. And there’s very little required to play - just a pair of good shoes, a tennis racket and some balls.
If you’re new to Bangkok, or just getting started with tennis - it’s a good idea to reach out to one of the tennis clubs near you. Sign up for some lessons to improve your game and also meet some tennis partners. The clubs may also offer social competitions and tournaments for experienced players.
You’ll find different types of courts:
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“Open” - this means they are uncovered, and exposed to the elements. So, it can be hot during the day, and wet if it rains.
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“Covered” or “indoor” - this means you will be playing in the shade under a roof, but usually in the open air.
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The court surface varies too. Most will be hard court surfaces, such as plexi pave which is a hard playing surface used in international competitions. And there’s also clay and artificial grass surfaces.
Here’s a few of the tennis clubs in Bangkok,
APF Tennis Academy
The APF Tennis Academy was founded by professional tennis player Mr Kaneko Hideki, he played for Japan in the ATP series and also in the Davis Cup.
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2 covered plexi-pave hard courts (Australian Open grade surface)
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Court hire: 600 Baht per hour (Members), 800 Baht per hour (Non-Members). Courts only available for bookings between 12:00-16:00
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Phone 02 665 6278 or 081 901 6843 for bookings
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Location: Klongtoey, 350m from Big C Rama IV (see map)
Cozy Tennis
Cozy Tennis Courts have four international standard tennis courts, and are located close to Rama 9 park. They also have a Tennis Shop on-site where you can buy racquets and tennis equipment.
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4 covered plexi-pave tennis courts, and 1 hitting wall
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Court hire: 350 Baht per hour (day time), 450 Baht per hour (night time)
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Open 07:00 - 22:00
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For bookings Line: @cozytennis or call 088 297 2124
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Located at the end of Soi Chaloem Phra Kiat Rama 9, Soi 46 - parking available (see map)
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Nearest BTS: Udom Suk
Le Smash Club & Tennis Academy - ⭐ Luma Pick ⭐
Reviewed online as “a tennis club with smiles”. It’s certainly one of the tennis clubs in Bangkok to consider for competition, community and lifestyle.
As a Luma member, you are eligible for:
50% Off on Membership Fees at Le Smash Club & Tennis Academy
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7 courts - Plexipave US Open
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Membership options daily/monthly/yearly
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Academy for kids/junior players
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Proshop selling tennis equipments
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Phone number reception 022852553 or Head Coach Pierre Sequier 0811002878 outdoor hard courts
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Court hire: 120 Baht per hour (day time), 240 baht per hour (night time)
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Open: 07:00 - 22:00
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Location Chong Nonsi (see map)
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Nearest BTS: Chong Nonsi
The Olympic Club
This is a health club with a difference - offering gym, studio classes. tennis, badminton and squash - as well as a beautiful outdoor pool and sauna facilities at both the Pathumwan Princess hotel.
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2 full sized courts with imported artificial grass and optimum brightness levels.
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Open: 06:00 - 22:00 (Monday to Friday), 07:00 - 21:00 (Saturday & Sunday)
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Membership packages: daily, monthly and 3/6/12 month packages available
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For more information contact 02 216 3700 Ext. 20805
The Racquet Club
The Racquet Club has something for the whole family. With a Fitness Centre, Climbing Walls, Swimming Pool, Tennis courts, Badminton, Squash and RacquetBall courts, Thai Boxing and Futsal.
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7 covered tennis courts
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Open daily: 06:00 - 23:00
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Membership packages: daily, monthly and 3/6/12 month packages available
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For more information call 02 119 7200
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Location: Sukhumvit Soi 49 (see map)
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Nearest BTS: 2.3km from Phrom Phong BTS
Simoorgh Tennis Academy
A professional tennis academy with world class trainers, friendly players and close to the BTS.
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4 open hard courts
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Open daily: 06:00 - 22:00
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Court hire: 250 Baht per hour (daytime), 350 Baht per hour (night time)
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For bookings, phone 02 311 3842 or contact Line ID: jalalfathi
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Location: Sukhumvit Soi 49 (see map)
Troops Tennis Academy
Convenient location, with newly resurfaced courts - a short motorbike ride from On Nut BTS and with some parking available.
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6 open hard courts (renovated to US Open standards), 2 mini red-ball courts and 1 orange ballcourt
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Court hire: 250 Baht per hour (day time), 350 Baht per hour (night time)
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For bookings: Phone: 02 742 8889
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Open: 06:00 - 22:00
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Onsite shop sells tennis equipment
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Location: Sukhumvit 50, Klongtoey (see map)
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Nearest BTS: 2.5km from On Nut BTS
There’s also two tennis clubs in Nonthaburi, which is around 25km north of Bangkok, if you live on the north side or fancy trying somewhere new to play.
Impact Tennis Academy
The Impact Tennis Academy is based on the grounds surrounding the Impact Arena as well as the site of the ATP Bangkok. Named by Functional Tennis as “one of the best tennis academies in the World” in 2019.
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Covered and open tennis courts, synthetic and clay courts: including 2 covered European clay courts, 6 covered hard courts, 4 open hard courts
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Gym, ice bath, massage facilities
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Open 09:00- 21:00 (Mon-Fri), 09:00-20:00 (Sat & Sun)
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Court hire: 250 Baht per hour (members), 350 Baht per hour (non-members)
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Membership packages: 6/12 month packages available
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Bookings on Facebook, or email stephenk@impact.co.th
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Director of Tennis Academy, Stephen Koon (coach to ATP, ITF and Olympic players)
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Location: Nonthaburi (see map)
Smash It Tennis Academy Bangkok
Smash It Tennis Academy has covered tennis courts, and provides coaching for all levels - including members of the Thai national team.
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3 covered courts
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Open daily: 07:00 - 22:00
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Court hire: 220 Baht per hour (daytime), 280 Baht per hour (night time)
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On-site shop sells tennis equipment
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For bookings call 062 695 4568
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Location: Nonthaburi (see map)