The club1 min read
Can I do a photo shoot on the courts?
Short answer: yes, you can — and we're all for it. A tennis court is one of the most photogenic sports backdrops there is: terracotta clay, clean lines, a green background.
How it works
A shoot is booked like a regular court rental — for an hour or more. The best time is weekday daytime hours: softer light, emptier courts, cheaper rates. In summer, there's also the outdoor court with natural light and greenery all around.
What people shoot here
- Sports photo shoots — the "tenniscore" aesthetic is at its peak: polos, skirts, vintage rackets.
- Love stories and family shoots — the court adds motion and a storyline instead of static poses.
- Content for blogs and brands — an hour-long shoot covers a month's content plan.
- Kids' albums — a young tennis player with a racket on a real court.
A couple of rules
- No heels — clay is soft and heels leave dents. Sneakers or plimsolls are perfect.
- Props are welcome: we'll provide rackets and a basket of balls on site.
- The shoot mustn't disturb play on neighboring courts — no drones over other people's rallies.
Commercial shoots
A big crew, lighting rigs, video production — that works too: write to us in advance, we'll arrange a time when the hall is free and discuss the terms.
Booking a court for a shoot works like any regular booking — all the options here.
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Book a court or sign up for a first lesson — tennis will take care of the rest.