Grab a racquet and get ready to hit the court — experienced tennis coaches are making the trip from Cairns to Cooktown for three huge days of FREE school holiday tennis!
This September school holidays, the Cooktown Tennis Courts are the place to be, with Baseline Tennis Academy Cairns heading north to Cooktown to deliver three days of action-packed tennis clinics for local children and young people.
From Wednesday 23 to Friday 25 September, participants can serve, rally, move and play their way through fun and supportive sessions led by experienced coaches, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills, build confidence and enjoy some friendly competition along the way.
Never picked up a racquet before? No problem. Already love tennis and want more time on the court? Even better. The clinics are designed to get young people moving and having fun, no matter their experience level.
And with coaches travelling all the way from Cairns to deliver the program, it’s a fantastic chance for young players to learn from experienced tennis professionals right here in Cooktown — and completely FREE.
Two three-hour clinics will run each day from Wednesday 23 to Friday 25 September:
Come along for one day to give tennis a go, or book all three and make the most of the opportunity to really build those skills across the week.
Everything needed to get on court is covered, with all tennis equipment provided, plus morning or afternoon tea and refreshments.
More than just a hit around
Alongside the serves, rallies and tennis games, the clinics are about bringing young people together, building confidence, encouraging teamwork and creating positive connections through sport.
The free clinics are supported through the Bushfire Community Recovery Resilience Program, combining physical activity, wellbeing and community connection in a fun school holiday environment.
What to bring
With the action happening outdoors, participants should wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear and bring:
- A hat
- Sunscreen
- A water bottle
- Plenty of energy for the court!
Game, set… book!
When: Wednesday 23 to Friday 25 September 2026
Where: Cooktown Tennis Courts, 6–9 Garden Street, Cooktown
Cost: FREE
Bookings: Essential — spots are limited
Participants can book one clinic or all three days. If booking multiple days, additional tickets will need to be selected during checkout.
Three days. Free tennis. Experienced coaches from Cairns. Limited spots.
Don’t let this one sail past the baseline — book a place and get ready to serve up some serious school holiday fun!
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Assistance provided by the Australian and Queensland governments through the jointly funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
There’s plenty more school holiday fun to discover!
This is just one of the activities happening across Cook Shire these September school holidays. From sport and swimming to movies, theatre, crafts and more, there’s plenty to keep the whole family busy across the two-week break.
Visit the School Holiday Calendar to see what else is on and start planning your holidays.