Tennis Courts in Rushcutters Bay —
Coaching, Court Hire & Cafe
Five courts tucked into one of Sydney’s most picturesque harbourside parks, with coaching led by accredited Tennis Australia coaches and a cafe worth lingering at afterwards — whether you’re a seasoned competitor or picking up a racquet for the first time.
Coaching for Every Age at Rushcutters Bay
Casual hit-ups, structured competition, or a corporate day out — everything under our tennis banner, the same way you’ll find it on court.
Social Tennis
Friendly matches with coach feedback. Turn up, get matched, and meet new players — midweek mornings, Friday nights and weekend afternoons.
Night League
Singles and doubles across four divisions, 9 weeks plus a final. Join as a team or we’ll partner you up.
Hot Shots Tournament
Round-robin match play for juniors at every stage — red, orange, green and yellow ball. Real scoring, real serving, real fun.
Kinder Tennis
Parent-and-child classes for 2–4 year olds — motor skills, balance, coordination and a first taste of tennis. 30-min sessions Tue & Wed mornings.
Cardio Tennis
A tennis workout to a high-energy soundtrack — cardio drills, all fitness levels, no experience needed. 45–60 min sessions, first one free.
Holiday Camps
School-holiday tennis camps with professional coaching, games, competitions, prizes and before-and-after care.”
Kids Tennis
Structured programs built to develop technical skills, coordination and a genuine love for the game.
Adult Groups
Small classes of up to 6, structured by level — 60 to 90-minute sessions with casual or package pricing.
Private Lessons
Fully personalised coaching in 30 or 60-minute formats. 5 and 10-pack pricing available.
Adult Clinic
Sharpen technique and point construction with dynamic drills and match play.
Ladies Clinic
Technical drills and friendly match play across multiple courts, with plenty of personal tips.
Camp days built for real kids.
Structured around the ANZ Hot Shots framework, our holiday camps give kids ages 4–14 a safe, active, coach-led week — grouped by age and ability, with friendship groups kept together wherever possible.
- Skills, drills & match play
- Multi-sport afternoon games
- Friday BBQ + trophies
- Racquets provided if needed
- Before & after care to 6pm
- Single day, half day or full week
Coaches you'll
actually remember.
From a four-year-old’s first rally to a squad player chasing match-tough form — every session at Rushcutters is led by accredited coaches who know the game and know your name. First-timers get the same care as tournament players.
Head Coach · 30 years coaching experience
Head Coach · 7 years coaching experience
30+ years coaching experience, including 7 years abroad
Coached Andy Roddick at Rick Macci Tennis Academy
Bronze Medallion and Advanced Resuscitation Certificate
Australian top 15 senior ranking, former state-ranked junior
Kids Tennis Private LessonsAdult GroupsCardio Tennis Adult Clinic
Cafe, functions & parties
You don’t need a racquet to enjoy Rushcutters Bay — the kiosk, Bartley Room and Sunday birthday parties round out the centre.
Scramble & Bean
Nestled amongst the trees overlooking Rushcutters Bay. Little Marionette coffee, a full breakfast and lunch menu, indoor and outdoor seating.
The Bartley Room
Corporate events, birthdays, Christmas parties, fitness classes — a flexible room with plasma screen, kitchenette and catering options.
Birthday Parties
Two hours of tennis, games and pure fun run by our qualified coaches. Sunday sessions — stress-free for parents, unforgettable for the kids.
A club, not
just a centre.
Five courts, real community, and three decades of coaching under one management group — this is more than a centre; it’s a club.
Book online in seconds or walk down any day — courts open daily from 7am, right on Rushcutters Bay.
Direct affiliation with Tennis Australia and Tennis NSW keeps our patrons connected to sanctioned tournaments and junior pathways.
We coach at Darlinghurst Primary, Plunkett St, Glenmore Rd Public, Sydney Grammar, Scots College and Conservatorium High — plus scholarships for local families.
First swing's
on us.
New to tennis? We offer a free trial session for kids so they can try before you commit — it’s how a lot of our current members got started.
What players
are saying.
Everything you need before you play
Court hire, coaching, cafe and comps — quick answers to the questions we get most often at Waratah Street.
How do I book a court, and what does it cost?
Rushcutters Bay has 5 tennis courts, bookable up to 3 weeks in advance via the Book a Court page (Mindbody system). Rates are $31.20/hour on weekdays 7am–5pm, and $38.30/hour on weekday evenings (5pm–10pm) and all weekend. Please note: third-party/external coaching is not permitted on the courts.
What ages does Hot Shots cover, and how much does it co
Our Tennis Australia Hot Shots program welcomes children from toddler age through to early teens, from Kinder Tennis through to Ace & Super Squads. Lessons start from $24.00/week for Kinder Tennis, fees are charged weekly via direct debit, and Active Kids Vouchers are accepted for $100 off enrolment.
Can my child try a session before joining?
Yes — a free trial session is available for kids only (not adult coaching). Just contact us or call (02) 9357 7332 to arrange a time.
When does the competition run, and how does it work?
Night League runs Monday to Thursday across singles and doubles divisions, in teams of two, with balls provided. Each season runs for 9 weeks plus a final, and if more than two wet-weather nights occur, a make-up night is scheduled. You can register as a team or as an individual and be partnered up. For current season dates and pricing, see the Night League page.
Can I hire a room, and is there food on site?
Yes — the onsite Kiosk/Cafe serves coffee, sweets and lunch options, with catering available for private bookings. Two function spaces are available: the Bartley Room (seats 40 / standing 80, from $31/hour community rate or $55.90/hour corporate rate) and the Club Room (seats 20 / standing 50, from $18/hour community rate or $33.30/hour commercial rate).
How do parties work, and what's the price?
Parties run every Sunday in 2-hour sessions (10am–12pm, 1pm–3pm, 4pm–6pm) and are tennis-based, with court hire, equipment and a qualified coach included; the Bartley Room is also available as an alternative party space. Pricing is $25 per participant for groups of 1–10, $22.50 for 11–20, and $20 for 21 or more. Catering can be arranged through the onsite cafe.
Do you work with local schools, and offer financial support?
Yes — Rushcutters Bay runs programs with local schools including Darlinghurst Primary, Plunkett Street Primary, Glenmore Road Public School, Sydney Grammar, Scots College and Conservatorium High School. SSMG also offers scholarships providing a free term of coaching for eligible families who need financial support — contact info.rbtc@ssmgroup.com.au to find out more.
Where exactly is the centre, and what are the hours?
7 Waratah Street, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011 — close to Elizabeth Bay, Edgecliff, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst, Paddington, Woolloomooloo, Double Bay and Darling Point. The centre is open Monday–Friday 7:00am–10:00pm, and Saturday–Sunday 7:00am–7:00pm. Call (02) 9357 7332 or email info.rbtc@ssmgroup.com.au.
Right on
Rushcutters Bay
An easy trip from Elizabeth Bay, Edgecliff, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst, Paddington, Darling Point, Double Bay, Woolloomooloo and Woollahra.
- Address7 Waratah Street, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011
- Phone(02) 9357 7332
- Emailrushcuttersbay@ssmgroup.com.au
- CourtsMon–Thu 7am–10pm · Fri 7am–8pm · Sat–Sun 7am–9pm
- Cafe7am–2:30pm daily (closed Christmas Day & Good Friday)