Membership & Delivery Structure

Supporting clubs through a connected tennis network.

Tennis in New Zealand works through a connected network of national, regional and local organisations, all focused on helping clubs thrive.

Following the adoption of the Tennis NZ constitution and the wider modernisation of the tennis system, roles and responsibilities across the network are now more clearly defined. This helps ensure clubs receive consistent support, better access to services, and stronger connections to the wider tennis community.

What does this mean for clubs?

 The tennis network is designed to deliver sport at the level where it can have the greatest impact:

Tennis NZ

Tennis NZ leads the delivery of national services and initiatives that benefits clubs across the country, including:

• Clubspark and Book A Court
• Tennis Hot Shots and other national participations programmes
• Coach educations and development
• National competitions and pathways
• Digital platforms and technology
• National advocacy and partnerships

Regional Tennis Organisations (RTOs)

RTOs provide leadership and support within their region, helping clubs access opportunities, programmes and resources that meet local needs. Support may include:

• Interclub and regional competitions
• Event coordination, including Love Tennis
• Club development and planning
• Governance and administration support
• Participation and growth initiatives

Local Tennis Partners (LTPs)

In some cases, LTPs work alongside RTOs to provide additional local support and maintain strong connections with clubs and communities.

This connected approach helps ensure that:

• Clubs know where to go for support
• National tools and services are available to more clubs
• Local needs are better represented
• Feedback from clubs is heard and helps shape future priorities
• resources and expertise can be shared across the tennis network
• Tennis can continue to grow sustainability throughout New Zealand

Together, Tennis NZ, RTOs, LTPs are working to make it easier for clubs to succeed, attract participants and deliver great tennis experiences.

Tennis NZ provides the national programmes, systems and resources that help clubs operate effectively and create experience for players.

This includes:

• Technology platforms and digital tools
• Coach development and education
• Participation programmes
• National competitions and pathways
• Marketing and promotional initiatives
• Advocacy for the sport

Regional and Local Support

Your RTO and, where applicable, your LTP, provide hands-on support tailored to the needs of clubs in your area.

This may include:

• Club development guidance
• event and competition delivery
• Volunteer and administrator support
• Governance assistance
• Access to programmes and funding opportunities
• Advice on participation and membership growth

Working together

By combining national expertise with regional and local support, the tennis network helps clubs build strong foundations, create positive player experiences , and grow participation in their coimmunities.

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