Dear Members
National Day weekend is upon us so we hope you have a relaxing weekend and manage to find some court time with friends and family. Congratulations UAE on your 50th Golden Jubilee!
This week read about the Annual Orange Ball clinic, kids clubs, RA Championships and various exciting international tournaments. Also find out how the Ladies League players got on as they come close to the midway point of their competition.
A huge well done to Simon Roberts who won the Men’s Open Singles title last weekend. You’re going to have to get a bigger trophy cabinet!
Annual Orange Ball clinic
Here at Rackets Academy, we are running an Annual Orange Ball clinic that will take place in Motor City on Friday 3rd of December from 9am- 11am.
Our most talented Orange ball players will have the opportunity to compete and show their best skills under the guidance of our Coaches. This will then allow us to select our most gifted players to join our performance program for the new year. The cost is 80aed
To enquire further please contact us on WhatsApp 058 9964 575
Festive Holiday Kids Club
We will once again be running our very popular kids camps this festive holiday. At various locations every Thursday to Sunday. You can register your children now and enjoy a variety of activities including tennis, splash session, Xfit kids, football, Zumba, dodgeball and boxing to name a few.
Motor City Tennis Camp
Dates: 12 – 21 December 2021
Elite Performance Camp
Dates: 12 – 21 December 2021
Fitness First Lakes Multi-Sport Camp
Dates: 12 – 30 December 2021
Fitness First Town Center Multi-Sport Camp- Springs
Dates: 12 – 30 December 2021
Fitness First Mudon Multi-Sport Camp
Dates: 12 – 23 December 2021
Pre-Tournament Ten Pro Camp
Dates: 14 – 16 January 2022 – Friday – Saturday – Sunday
Call 052 992 8595 or follow the link to find out more
Rackets Academy Championships
12th December 2021 – January 1st 2022
Rackets Academy once again hosts the largest amateur competition in the UAE for every age category this December. Over 350 competitors will play over a 3 week period. The best players from the gulf region compete for a place in the main draw of 2 $35K PTT Dubai Events which starts on 26th of December 2021
Dubai ACTC Hard Court Tennis Challenge
Friday 17th to Sunday 19th December 2021
Rackets Academy have partnered with the All Court Tennis Club to bring you the ACTC Hard Court Challenge, Dubai.
We invite you to join the tennis challenge and social gathering which is taking place at the Atlantis Hotel this December where male and female players will compete in a variety of singles, doubles and separate ties over the course of the three-day event. Matches will be scored with a unique and exciting timed format, where every point counts towards the overall score.
As well as the tennis you can enjoy a post tennis Saturday brunch at Dubai’s hottest beach club, White Beach; chic outdoor restaurant with a fun vibe, featuring an Insta worthy infinity pool and DJs.
You are also invited to join your fellow ACTC members and partners at Nammos beach club for a beautiful Mediterranean inspired lunch whilst enjoying the restaurants very own private beach.
Preferential rates are available at Atlantis hotel and there will be lots of opportunities to win fabulous prizes including snorkeling in the Atlantis Dive tank, dinner for two at Saffron restaurant, Expo tickets and more.
“The All Court Tennis Club is a global lifestyle community of passionate, active tennis players, connected locally and internationally through city chapters – with exclusive access to clubs and courts, experiences and events.
Every year, our teams work to create new collaborations for access to private courts, events in iconic locations and special tennis insider knowledge, available only to members of the All Court Tennis Club.
Dubai Bowl
Ten-Pro Global Junior Tour
17th – 23rd January 2022
We are excited to welcome to the Middle East for the first time the highly talented boys and girls from all over the world! If you love to play tennis , don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this international tennis tournament where every player is guaranteed at least 4 to 8 matches. Registration for 2 categories allowed. Coaching on court allowed / UTR &Ten-Pro Points Available
Located at Rackets Academy courts across Dubai
Categories: U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 &U16
3 Day Pre-Tournament Camp
14-16 th January 2022 9am – 3.30pm
Venue: Motor City 3 Day Pre-Tournament Camp Includes: 9hrs Tennis Training / 3Hrs Fitness / 6hrs Matchplay Access to Physio / Discount Sports Massage Trophy Presentation
Private Lessons / Fitness Sessions / Hitting Session / Match Practice are all available by request
New Venue
We are happy to announce our partnership between Rackets Academy and ISD (Inspiratus Sports District) which brings our member’s a new venue in Sports City, with multiple new courts.
At Rackets Academy we are all about bringing the best to our members. That’s why we jumped at the chance of this new venue. We can now offer 4 tennis courts and 3 padel courts- all brand new, state-of-the-art and flood lit to enjoy, in world-class surroundings. Comprising of full changing room facilities and easy parking. A great addition to Rackets Academy!
Tennis Courts – 160
Padel Courts 90min – 350
Singles Padel Court – 180
We also have a padel court at al Barari. Book both locations on our app.
We hope you love them!
Urban Playground
Urban Playground is rooftop ball park gym and café. Rackets Academy are proud to have an association with Urban Playground which is an eco-urban playground in Dubai, designed to keep you and your family physically and socially active. It’s more than a sports center- it’s the ultimate play space for active people looking for the newest fitness and sporting activities. Some of the amazing activities include touch Tennis, spec Tennis, 360ball cricket batting nets, baseball hitting cages, ball park cricket and group exercise classes. Go to www.urbanplayground.ae to get a 10% discount off your next booking and the chance to win a free Padel racket.
Ladies League 24th November 2021
Another exciting week on the courts and some super close matches.
Results are in…
Hotshots v Rackettes
Line 1 1-6, 7-6, (1-0)
Line 2 4-6, 7-5
Rackettes win
Aces v Bulldogs
Line 1 6-3, 6-0
Line 2 6-3, 7-5
Aces win
Radu’s Rebels v No Strings Attached
Line 1 6-3, 6 -3
Line 2 2-6, 6-4 (1-0)
Radu’s Rebels win
Match Makers v Baseliners
Line 1 6-2, 6-3
Line 2 2-6, 6-2 (1-2)
Match Makers win
Match Point v Queens of the Court
Line 1 1-6, 2-6
Line 2 7-6, 3-6, (0-1)
Queens of the Court win
Player of the week
Congratulations to Stephanie who has been awarded Player of the week by her coach Raduan. She came back from a set down and won her match. She is a fantastic team member, bringing food, even if she doesn’t play and is very positive attitude on and of the court. Well done Stephanie- Not such a Rebel after all!
Christmas Fancy Dress Social Tournament
15th December 2021-.30-10.30am
Save the date ladies as we will be organizing a fancy dress event to mark the festive break. All ladies are invited to play. This event is free of charge.
As tradition dictates, teams are encouraged to dress their coaches!
Tennishop.ae will have a pop up showcasing the new Nike tennis range.
Please register via your Team Captain
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Have a super week ahead!
Rackets Academy
