Growing the Game for Women and Girls

Our Womens Program:

Join us as we celebrate and support the Growing the Game for Women and Girls initiative at Fawkner Tennis Club — helping build a more inclusive, welcoming and equitable tennis community for everyone, on and off the court.

Women and girls remain underrepresented in areas like coaching, leadership and administration, and are more likely than boys to drop out of the sport during adolescence. This event is part of a broader effort to change that, embracing the vision of 'no limits for women and girls' and giving all participants the chance to enjoy tennis, build connection and belonging, and thrive in the sport.

What's on:

10x free coaching sessions (1–2 hours each) run by professional women coaches, open to all women and girls looking to get involved in something new or improve their game. The program is aimed at people who have never played tennis before, or have very little experience! No racquet? Let us know and we can organise this for you at each lesson. Snacks and water are also provided at every session. There are limited spots per session, so book in early.  

The program wraps up with a final celebration lesson, marking everyone's achievements throughout the program — with prizes and other exciting opportunities up for grabs. To receive a Tennis Australia completion certificate, you must attend atleast 6 sessions during the program. 

Sessions dates and time: 

Session 1 – Sat 10/10 – 10:30am–12:30pm (2 hours) - FULL
Session 2 – Sat 17/10 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour) - FULL
Session 3 – Sat 24/10 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour) - FULL
Session 4 – Sat 7/11 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour)
Session 5 – Sat 14/11 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour)
Session 6 – Sat 21/11 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour)
Session 7 – Sat 28/11 – 10:30am–11:30am (1 hour)
Session 8 – Sat 5/12 – 10:30am–12:00pm (1.5 hours)
Session 9 – Sat 12/12 – 10:30am–12:30pm (2 hours)
Session 10 (Finale) – Sat 19/12 – 10:30am–12:30pm (2 hours)

Please note:

- due to popular demand, we've limited entry to 6 sessions total per person.

- Sessions 8-10 will now only be available to book 1 month before the session date.

- Complete 6 sessions to recieve a Tennis Australia Certificate

- If you don't (or cant get in) attend the first session, thats ok! You can attend any 6 sessions at any stage throughout the 10 week program.  

What to bring?

- Water bottle

- Hat

- Sunscreen (available at the club also)

- Tennis Racquet (please let us know in advance if you need us to provide one for you)

- Appropriate clothing and shoes (note thongs/sandals and open-toed shoewear will not be permitted on the court)

Come along, get active, and be part of growing the game for women and girls in tennis!