Welcome to the University of Plymouth Tennis and Padel Club (UPTPC)
The University of Plymouth Tennis and Padel Club welcomes players of all abilities, whether you are a first time player with no previous experience or a player with plenty of match experience. UPTPC offers a tremendous amount of opportunities for all our members, so be sure to join one of the most exciting, family-like clubs on campus!
Our typical UPTPC schedule is as follows:
Social Play
Social play is open to all members of any ability, doesn't matter if you've never picked up a racket or been playing for years. There will always be someone at social play that can help you improve and develop your game. If you don't own a racket someone will always be on hand to lend you one. These sessions are a perfect opportunity for new members to socialise and get to know other members within the club!
If you wish to, members of social play also have opportunities to compete against one another in organised tournaments as well as friendly matches, which can help you develop your skills and leads to a nice, social day!
Padel Tennis
Every Thursday, from 6:30-8pm, we hold Padel Tennis sessions up at Marjon's sports centre! Padel is a new and upcoming sport that is super sociable and enjoyed by everyone – even if you're brand new to it! We usually have some people offering lifts, or will have a committee member leading a group up on the bus.
We are also excited to announce we have opportunities to be picked to play competitive padel, whether that be the yearly varsity against Marjon, or inter-university fixtures which is new for this year! If you have any questions about how to get involved, don't hesitate to give us a message on our Instagram page @uptc_
Teams
UPTPC has both men’s and ladies first teams for tennis that compete in BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport). Both the 1st teams train together on Mondays and Saturdays and have previously done well in all their leagues. We also have opportunities for teams to compete to local leagues, as well as team trips away to compete at high standards and fun away days.
Themed Socials
Usually on a Wednesday night, we have a themed social, where we dress up in wacky and fun outfits and bar hop our way around town! Its a great way to meet new people and socialise as a group! Our social secs have always got a fun-filled (sometimes chaotic) night out planned and make sure everyone is involved whether they are freshies or oldies!
We also host a variety of non-night out related social events throughout the year such as bowling nights, curry nights, match days, quiz nights and much more!
Other events
We also run other special events throughout the year where every club member is more than welcome to participate, such as:
- Volunteering and charity events
- Padel tennis sessions
- Charity events and challenges
- Our Christmas dinner and annual UPTPC awards
- Alumni weekend
- Finals day (Summer BBQ with friendly matches played amongst members)
- Summer ball
- Wimbledon trip
- Local camping trip
The membership fee is £60, which gives you access to: 2 social play days and 1 padel tennis session every week, training sessions for those who make the teams, as well as priceless experiences!
If you have any queries or questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our committee on our Facebook or Instagram pages.
Committee 2026/27:
Chair: Josh Bird
Vice-Chair: Ben Iredale
Treasurer: Ollie Wilson
Health and Safety Sec: Leon White
1st Team Captain (M): Connor Billington
1st Team Captain (F): Rhianna Buckley
2nd Team Captain (M) : Ollie Wilson
2nd Team Captain (F): Ineke De Boer
Social Sec: Callum Roulston
Social Sec: Charlie Thomas
Social Media Sec: Maisie Brewer
Tournament and Fundraising Sec: Luke Niemirski
Mental Health and Wellbeing Sec: Maia Bhatia
Padel Tennis Sec: Marcus Murray
Padel Tennis Sec: Wilf Donnelly
Follow us on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/CuQV85D1yD9sBsjq/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uptpc_
Whatsapp: Link can be found in the bio of the instagram