If you're interested in trying out a fun, interesting, and uncommon sport, then Real Tennis is for you.

Real tennis should not be confused with lawn tennis (the type of tennis you see at the Australian Open). It is a different game altogether. In fact lawn tennis originated from this sport!

Played indoors with handmade balls and wooden racquets; it is cerebral as well as physical - some liken it to the game of chess. The game is about 500 years old and there are 4 active courts in Australia and only 48 in the world (AUS, UK, France and USA).

It is a game for all ages, from 10 year olds to 80 year olds. Ballarat Tennis Club turns 40 next year and we would love you to explore and play this amazing, incredibly unique and addictive game with us. You’d be mad not to try it or even just see it in action.

Drop in to the club to join us on court, or watch all the action from the dedans. Drinks and nibbles will be available for purchase on the day.

How to get there: Situated next to the Sanctuary Day Spa at the back of the Mercure Hotel Complex on Main Road or enter via 388 Larter Street, Canadian.