The Lensbury is set to host May Half Term Tennis Camps, which will run from Tuesday, 26 May - Friday, 29 May and are available to all local children (members and non-members).

Speaking about its camps, The Lensbury said: "Our fun and inclusive tennis camps support young players to learn, move and grow with confidence through games‐based activities and age‐appropriate coaching in a positive, supportive environment."

The Lensbury's Tennis Camps schedule is as follows:

Red Ball – five to seven years: 9.30am - 12.30pm

A fun first step into tennis using smaller courts and softer balls.

• Perfect for beginners
• Game-based learning  
• Builds coordination and confidence

Orange & Green Ball – eight to 10 years: 9.30am - 2.30pm

Develop rally skills and movement on a slightly larger court.

• Improves technique and Control
• Tactical awareness and consistency
• Transition towards full court tennis

Yellow Ball – 11+ years: 9.30am - 2.30pm

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Full-court tennis focused on skill development and match play.

• Technique, tactics and scoring
• Suitable for club players
• Challenging but supportive environment

The Lensbury's May Half Term Tennis Camps are running from 26 - 29 May (Credit: The Lensbury)

The Lensbury will also host a Kids Camp during May Half Term, which is running from 12:30pm - 5pm. The camp is priced from £33 for members & £37.95 for non-members per day. Discounted full week prices are available. 

To book, contact [email protected], call either 020 8614 6432 or 020 8614 6420 or visit The Lensbury's racquets page here. 

Heading up the racquets programme at The Lensbury is the hotel's new Racquets Manager, Richard Henman.

Bringing more than 30 years of racquets expertise and a strong family history in tennis, The Lensbury says it is "delighted to welcome Richard Henman as our new Racquets Manager".

The Lensbury has appointed Richard Henman as its new Racquets Manager (Credit: The Lensbury)

Speaking about why he is excited to join The Lensbury as Racquets Manager, Henman said: "The club's rich history, world-class racquets, sports and wellness facilities, and passionate community made it a unique opportunity.

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"With the recent introduction of both padel and pickleball, I'm looking forward to working with the team to elevate the racquets programme, create memorable sporting and social experiences that offer value for money for all racquets members. 

"The Lensbury's commitment to excellence aligns with my own personal and professional values, and I'm excited to contribute to the club's future success." 

He added: "I bring a high level of expertise in tennis, padel and squash coaching, club management and wider commercial sports marketing experience to this role.

"As a Level 4 LTA accredited coach, I've worked across top clubs and performance programmes, from The Hurlingham Club to Dukes Meadows Academy and the Queen's Club Foundation. 

"I'm also a Level 2 Padel Instructor, having developed new padel programmes for David Lloyd Clubs, with additional experience in squash and member-focused coaching.

"This has given me skills to lead high-performing coaches and teams and to develop innovative racquets programmes, foster and build strong relationships with club members, coaches, colleagues, partners and wider sports communities.

"I'll be working closely with the coaching team, colleagues and club members to identify new opportunities for growth and innovation and will ensure The Lensbury remains one of the UK's leading premium tennis and racquets venues."

Speaking about his key focus for the racquets community this year, Henman said: "My key focus will be to enhance the overall member experience across all the racquets sports and develop and grow an engaging and social racquets pathway. 

"I want to ensure each sport caters for all standards of players and age-groups, and run inclusive and enjoyable programmes, featuring fun social events, group and individual coaching, tournaments, club leagues and inter-club matches."

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