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Contact Details
Building 2, Sport HQ2, Sport Ireland Campus, Snugborough Road, D15 X6WT
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FAQs
There are three main areas currently under the Diversity & Inclusion remit, shaped by funding and resource capacity:
- Women in Tennis
- Enjoy Tennis
- Transgender and Non-binary Inclusion Policy (in development)
We are always looking to expand into other areas and are happy to discuss potential initiatives with affiliated members, and to offer advice, guidance and resources where we can.
Women in Tennis is funded by Sport Ireland's Women in Sport Unit.
Enjoy Tennis is primarily funded by Sport Ireland's Dormant Accounts Fund, with additional support from the HSE National Lottery Scheme, the ITF Wheelchair Development Programme, and national stakeholder donations. A club funding scheme was available through Sport for All and the Local Sport Disability Fund for the past three years. There is no current club funding scheme for 2025 or 2026.
The Transgender and Non-binary Inclusion Policy development is funded by Sport Ireland's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fund.
- Any affiliated club can access funding to support programmes across the island of Ireland.
- Licensed tennis coaches can also apply for funding to run programmes on community courts.
- Where funding is limited, we ensure fair distribution across members and clubs, and continue to offer support and resources where funding is unavailable.
Please contact your Regional Development Officer for details on accessing and claiming funding.
We are currently developing a Transgender and Non-binary Inclusion Policy, as mandated by Sport Ireland. As advised by Sport Ireland, this process is expected to take up to 18 months to ensure proper and fair consultation with all relevant stakeholders. It is expected to be completed by September 2026.
In the meantime, the ITF Gender Eligibility Policy (2025) applies to all ITF competitions.
All available courts (indoor hard, outdoor clay and hard) can be booked via our online booking system, Skedda.
No — anyone can book a court by checking availability on our Skedda booking page. You will be automatically registered on the system when you make your first booking.
Contact us at our contact page or call 01 700 7407 and we will set up your Skedda account with the discount applied automatically. You will need to present a valid DCU student or staff ID.
Yes — we run Adult and Junior Tennis classes across five terms per year (5–8 weeks each). Contact us via our contact page or call 01 700 7407 for more information. Sign up through the NTC page on our website.
- Adults: All levels catered for — Beginner, Improver 1, Improver 2, and Intermediate. Classes run once a week, 6–9pm on weekdays.
- Juniors: Red Ball (ages 5–6), Orange Ball (ages 7–9), Green Ball (ages 10–13). Your child will need their own racket.
Yes, we do run junior camps periodically, catering to ages 6–9 and 10–13. For timing, availability, and sign-up information, contact us at our contact page or call 01 700 7407.
Up-to-date opening hours and pricing can be found on the NTC page.
Yes, we do accept walk-ins, but availability cannot be guaranteed. To secure your slot, we recommend booking in advance via Skedda.
We are located inside Albert College Park in Glasnevin, within the DCU estate.
- On foot / public transport: Enter via the main DCU entrance from Ballymun Road, turn right, and walk through the main park gates — the NTC is directly ahead.
- By car / taxi: Turn onto Hampstead Avenue from Ballymun Road, park or drop off at the Tram Café parking area, and walk through the park gates.
The DTA is due to open in the first quarter of 2026. To receive updates or register your interest in programmes and events, visit our DTA Register Your Interest page.
All confirmed courses are listed on our website. Courses run across Ireland subject to venue availability.
All registrants must have completed Garda Vetting through Tennis Ireland (ROI) or Access NI through Ulster Tennis (NI), and are required to upload their disclosure at the time of registration.
- Garda Vetting instructions →
- For Access NI: contact Anna McCartan at Ulster Tennis
You will also need to provide:
- Two referees (non-family members) and their email addresses — please ensure they are aware you have submitted them
- The name of the Qualified and Licensed Coach you will complete your logbook hours with
- A brief statement on why you wish to register
- Agreement to the Level 1 course requirements and Coach Code of Conduct
Registrants must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Upon qualification, those aged 16 and 17 may only assist a qualified and licensed coach — they cannot coach independently.
Full details — including course dates, assessments, costs, and additional requirements — are available on our website.
All confirmed Level 2 courses are listed on our website.
If no upcoming dates are listed, please register your interest by contacting Lisa Murphy via our contact page. You will be notified as soon as course dates are confirmed.
Templates, sample policies, and guidance documents are available in our Club Workshops and Resources section. For tailored advice, please contact your local Development Officer — find their details on the Tennis Ireland Staff page.
Explore volunteer recruitment and retention resources in our Club Workshops and Resources section, including downloadable guides on recruiting volunteers and helping clubs to help themselves.
Download the Volunteering at the Club – Role Descriptions document from our Club Workshops and Resources page.
We offer guidance on open days, school programmes, and member retention.
Activator Course (online): Gives volunteers ideas for running fun, inclusive sessions.
Leaders Course (in-person): Provides practical experience in organising club play.
We cover five main sustainability areas: waste, water, biodiversity, travel, and energy.
Visit our dedicated Schools Tennis page for full information. You can also watch our Schools Tennis promo video for an overview.
Certificates for each class level are available via our Club School Link Resources on Padlet:
Full requirements are outlined on our Safeguarding page. Templates are available via the Achieving Safeguarding Compliance section.
Each club must appoint two gender-specific Safeguarding Officers and one Designated Liaison Person (DLP). See Appendix 5 of the Achieving Safeguarding Compliance guide for full details.
Yes — the Safeguarding 1 Online Refresher is available through Sport Ireland. Safeguarding training must be renewed every three years.
See Appendix 10 of the Achieving Safeguarding Compliance guide.
Courses are available through Local Sports Partnerships. Use the Sport Ireland LSP Contact Finder to locate your nearest partnership.
Report immediately to your club Safeguarding Officer or Designated Liaison Person (DLP). For urgent concerns, contact TUSLA or An Garda Síochána (ROI) / PSNI (NI).
Yes. Garda Vetting is mandatory in the Republic of Ireland, and Access NI vetting is required in Northern Ireland. Disclosures must be renewed every three years.
All communication must go through parents/guardians, or via group chats that include them. Private messaging with under-18s is not permitted.
Yes, with supervision by two vetted adults. The minimum qualification to coach is a Tennis Ireland Level 1 certificate with an active licence. More information on coaching →
- Ages 5–8: 1 coach per 6–8 players
- Ages 9–14: 1 coach per 10–12 players
See Appendix 9 of the Achieving Safeguarding Compliance guide for full details.
Please complete the relevant vetting application form and follow the instructions on our Garda Vetting page.
Please complete the relevant vetting application form and follow the step-by-step instructions on our E-Vetting page.
No. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age to be vetted, and a valid vetting disclosure is required to register for the Level 1 course. The course is only open to those who are already aged 16 or older at the time of registration.
