Blind/Low Vision Tennis
Welcome to Blind/Low Vision Tennis
What Is Blind/Low Vision Tennis?
Our Goal
Opportunities to Play or Try Blind/Low Vision Tennis
The Auckland BLV Tennis Open 2026, Albany Tennis Centre, 321 Oteha Valley Road, Sat 14th & Sun 15th November.
The Auckland BLV Tennis Open is coming to Albany Tennis Centre this November, featuring both singles and doubles events across all Blind and Low Vision classifications.
Whether you’re stepping onto the court for your very first tournament or you’re a seasoned player looking to sharpen your game, this event promises something for everyone. It’s a fantastic opportunity to experience the thrill of match play in a supportive and welcoming environment, with our friendly team on hand to help.
We’ll be sharing more details soon about classifications, how to enter, and everything else you’ll need to know with those who register their interest. Make sure you don’t miss out, complete the expression of interest form below.
Express interest Here
Lissie Cleave is a blind low vision player that supports Have A Go opportunities and enourages play in the Northland area. Lissie is also interested in supporting Have a Go opportunities in other parts of the country. You can contact Lissie at blvtennisnz@gmail.com
Tennis Northland hosted the first Blind Low Vision Tennis Tournament in Whangarei. 14th - 16th November 2025. The Tennis Northland Open Tennis Tournament.
The Auckland BLV Tennis Open 2026 is being held at Albany Tennis Club on Sat 14th & Sun 15th November. Express interest Here
Blind & Low Vision Tennis Programme – Free to Join!
We’re excited to invite Blind and Low Vision participants of all ages and vision levels to join our tennis programme! Whether you’ve played before or you’re completely new to the sport, this is a fun, inclusive, and supportive way to get active, try something new, and enjoy time on court together.
These Sunday morning sessions are designed specifically for Blind & Low Vision players, using adapted equipment and modified rules to make tennis accessible, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.We welcome everyone to join us for some fun on court, trying something new, building confidence, and being active together.
Programme Details - Three convenient venues across Auckland
• Jellicoe Park Tennis Club – Manurewa, South Auckland. 1st March, 29th March, 12th April, 24th May (11am - 1pm) Contact Peggy Temu, Jellicoe Park Tennis Club Jellicoe Park Tennis jellicoeparktennis@hotmail.com
• Ngatira Tennis Club – Mount Eden, Auckland 8th March, 22nd March, 5th April, 19th April, 3rd May, 17th May (11am - 1pm) Contact Greg Lim, Ngatira Tennis Club
• Albany Tennis Centre – Albany, North Shore. 15th March, 26th April, 10th May, 14th June (11am - 12.30pm) Contack Ali Telford, Tennis NZ ali@tennis.kiwi
The Auckland BLV Tennis Open 2026 is being held at Albany Tennis Club on Sat 14th & Sun 15th November. Express interest Here
To express interest and find out more about any of these venues, enter your details here
Hamilton Training Group - Waikato Tennis Centre
After a successful 'have a go day' a group of interested BLV people are setting up a training group which will meet at the Waikato Tennis Centre's indoor arena on Saturday afternoons.
If you would like to join this group please contact Kim Dyball.
Wellington Training Group - Tennis Central Wellington
A group of keen individuals are meeting on the third Sunday of the month to learn BLV tennis, at Tennis Central Wellington.
To find out more details please contact Jeremy Brown.
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