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Whether you're a wild card or a cross-court champ, a tennis holiday abroad can combine your love of the sport with the chance to take your game to the next level. You can hone your tennis skills at any of our Beach Clubs while enjoying a sun-filled activity holiday.
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Inclusive tennis holidays
Tennis Holidays Designed By Mark Petchey
Our tennis holiday programmes are designed by Mark Petchey, a former top 100 ATP tennis player who's coached Andy Murray and, Emma Raducanu. The tennis offering at our Beach Clubs is top-notch and anyone can take part.
The daily group coaching sessions are available at no extra cost and you'll come away from your tennis holiday a more confident player. Plus you may even inspire your child to become the next Grand Slam champion along the way. Private one-to-one coaching is available to help you get those volleys in shape – a great option for anyone choosing a solo tennis holiday.
Tennis weeks with Mark Petchey
You'll be training in the sunshine with an ex-pro who'll never be far from the courts. Mark will join our expert team for inclusive coaching and social sessions to share his experience, knowledge, and skills with you.
These weeks are the perfect way to improve your tennis, so join us for some superb coaching from Mark Petchey and the Neilson team. Dates for 2026 will be confirmed soon, watch this space.
Free play and social tennis holidays
Hit the courts at any time when coaching isn’t taking place for extra practice during your Neilson tennis holiday. Simply book a court, grab some kit and enjoy a match with a friend. Alternatively, get together with a group for a competitive afternoon or simply put into practice the skills learnt from our professionals. Coaches are on hand between sessions to offer friendly advice to get your tennis in tip-top condition.
You'll also be able to join in with some social tennis. Offered on most days, our tennis coaches will get you playing a series of double matches. It's a great way to meet new people and brush up on those skills. Winner buys the first round?
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Tennis for everyone
Your tennis holidays, your way
Family tennis holidays
The whole family can get stuck in on your Neilson tennis holiday. Children as young as 2 will get an introduction to tennis within their kids’ clubs. The session will be run by a qualified tennis coach. Plenty of tennis-based games will keep the fun factor high.
Junior Tennis coaching is available for kids aged 6-13 years old, so they will have more chances to ace their game. They can enjoy up to 4 complimentary 1-hour sessions per week and learn from a professionally trained coach. Junior coaching is only available during the school summer holidays and the May and October half-term.
What's more, we have an excellent range of junior equipment available, including Wilson Roger Federer rackets and Junior Blades. They'll pick up tips and tricks from our expert coaches while having a blast with new friends.
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Tennis holidays for singles
Our solo tennis holidays are great if you want to perfect your game. Our Beach Clubs are incredibly sociable, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to meet others and find an opponent or training partner.
While an action-packed schedule is available during your stay, we understand solo travellers may want some peace and quiet at times. There'll be plenty of opportunities for downtime to unwind alone or catch up with others at the hotel bar.
We have one-to-one coaching sessions available if you want to boost your backhand or simply get some hands-on help with your skills. Book these upon arrival to avoid missing out.
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Private Coaching & Premium Tennis
If your footwork or backhand is letting you down, book a one-to-one coaching session during your tennis holiday. These can be booked at all our Beach Clubs with tennis courts for a supplement (charged in local currency). Blocks of 3, 4 or 5 private lessons can be booked and are subject to availability.
More on private coaching.
Premium tennis is available Alana Beach Club, Levante, Messini and Buca Beach Clubs if you want intensive coaching and play tennis regularly.
You'll get 10 hours of coaching over 5 days in small groups of up to 8 people. This costs just £180 per person and will focus on:
- Refining techniques to develop consistency
- Developing groundstrokes and net play
- Mastering service techniques and playing to a game plan
- Nailing footwork • 4 super drills sessions (4hrs)
- Enhancing fitness with tennis-specific exercises
- Honing your skills in a 30-minute one-to-one session
It's only suitable for red/black group players. Don't miss out, pre-book before travel to guarantee your place.
Pickleball holidays
We're excited to offer the fun sport of pickleball at some of our Beach Clubs. Pickleball was invented in the USA in 1965 and found its way to Europe in 2011, gaining in popularity, it is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. It combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. The court is a similar size to a badminton one with a slightly modified tennis net. Two or four players use solid paddles to hit a perforated ball, over the net.
It's good fun, easy to pick up and a game for all ages. There aren't too many rules either, making it the perfect addition to our range of activities at Messini, Alana and our new resorts, Neilson x The Ravenala Attitude in Mauritius and Neilson x Mangia's Torre del Barone resort in Sicily.
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Padel tennis holidays
Padel is typically played in doubles on an enclosed court roughly 25% smaller than the size of a tennis court. Scoring is the same as normal tennis and the balls used are similar but with a little less pressure. The main differences are that the court has walls and the balls can be played off them in a similar way as in the game of squash and that solid, stringless bats are used. The height of the ball being served must be at or below the waist level.
The rules are broadly the same as tennis and groups of mixed age and abilities can easily play together. Padel tennis sessions with one of our coaches are included, and there is a supplement for the free play sessions. Give it a go during your tennis holiday at Levante Beach Club, Neilson x Cook's Club Adakoy and our new Neilson x Mangia's Torre del Barone Resort in Sicily.
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From expert tips and travel stories to guest favourites – here's where the energy lives on, long after the beach towels been packed away.
Warm up exercises to get you tennis court ready
It's important to hydrate when you play tennis, and when you play in our beachclubs, you’ll need to be on top of this. Equally important as your fuelling routine is a good tennis warm-up drill. Play un-stretched and you could find yourself limping for the rest of your holiday. Plus, if you’re at all competitive about your tennis game then you know you need to be ready to perform from the first serve. Static stretching – stretching and holding the stretch at its extreme – is a bad way to warm up that can cause injuries (though it is a good warm down). And tennis is a full-body game, so get your whole body moving. If you can’t do a full warm-up before a game, at least try to do a quick jog and get your arms, shoulders, hips and knees moving.
What tennis level are you?
This guide will help you work out your tennis level so that you can make the most of our tennis programme. It won’t rank where you stand against official LTA players, but it’s a great starting point when you're signing up to group or private coaching sessions on a Beach Club tennis holiday.
Tennis serve :top tips and techniques
Were you a big Sam Groth fan? Sadly, Australia’s one-time world number 53 has retired now, but before he did he served a ball at a reported 163.4mph at the Buscan Open in South Korea. That’s Sam’s claim for tennis immortality. And it’s a good one. Serving is such a vital part of tennis at the top level, and it’s probably the part that most part-time players struggle to master. A Neilson tennis holiday puts you in the perfect places and with the perfect people to get not just a functional serve, but one that will become a potent weapon in your arsenal. A bit like Sam Groth (you know who he is now). But before you start packing your tennis gear, here are some top tips from us and a handy video from former GB player Mark Petchey, to help improve your serve.
Help and support
Frequently Asked Questions
First up, trainers. A tennis holiday will involve lots of twists, turns, and short sprints, so having durable footwear is key. Make sure they offer support and pair them with slightly padded socks.
Shorts are a must too and should allow for plenty of movement without getting in the way. We recommend choosing moisture-wicking materials. A sweatband can also be helpful.
Being in the sun all day can take its toll, so pack suncream, sunglasses, and a hat for protection. It's also recommended that you pack a water bottle to stay hydrated. We provide rackets and balls, but feel free if you'd prefer to bring your own gear. Read our advice on how to choose the right tennis racket or check out our more extensive packing list for your tennis holiday.
Looking for a Beach Club to improve your game during your tennis holiday? You can't fault Messini and Buca Beach Clubs in Greece when it comes to tennis facilities with 7 shared courts. Alternatively, head to Levante Beach Club in Rhodes with 6 courts including a show court or our full racket sports centre at the new Neilson x Mangia's Torre del Barone Resort in SIcily and two courts at Neilson x The Ravenala Attitude in Mauritius.
For something more relaxed, Sardinia's Baia dei Mori Beach Club is the place to unwind between matches and coaching sessions during your tennis holiday. Those looking to master their killer backhand can book our Premium tennis package at Alana Beach Club in Croatia, which has 6 tennis courts.
Tennis holidays are our bread and butter. It's why we've sought insight from industry professionals like Mark Petchey, so that we can offer you the best tennis holidays in Europe.
Our 40-plus years of experience ensure you won't find any double faults in our singles or family tennis holidays.
We've received many positive reviews to reassure you why a tennis holiday with Neilson should be on your sporting bucket list. Check out our Neilson hub for tips and tricks ahead of your trip. Alternatively, get in touch with our friendly team to find out more and book your next holiday with us.