Join us for an action-packed day at one of the UK’s premier tennis venues – David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton!
Our popular Saturday & Sunday Doubles Clinics are coming to the South West, offering 5 hours of professional doubles coaching led by our experienced team, using a programme developed by Jamie Murray OBE.
Whether you're a club player looking to refine your tactics or a social player wanting to boost confidence and positioning, this clinic is tailored to help you become a smarter, more effective doubles player.
Important #1: We’ve now moved to David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton - please note we are no longer running events at David Lloyd Bristol Westbury.
Important #2: Please ensure you check the start time of your clinic (displayed on your booking) - some clinics start at 12:00 and some 13:00.
Important #3: Please ensure you enter your car registration on the ipad on arrival to avoid a parking fine.
Why We Love Bristol Long Ashton
Premium facilities & welcoming atmosphere
Just outside central Bristol - 3 miles out!
Tennis Courts
Indoor Hard Courts
Pricing
from £109pp
Cafe
Cafe Available on Site
Car Parking
Free Car Parking Available
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The Tennis
A Tennis Clinic in Action
97% Would Recommend – We asked our tennis clinic attendees 'Would you recommend us on a scale of 1-10.' The average score was 9.69/10.
Prestigious Venues – We are fortunate to have a fantastic relationship with David Lloyd Leisure as well as many other exceptional venues across the UK.
The Jamie Murray Tennis Programme
The Tennis Programme – Curated to make you a more skilled and self assured doubles player. Designed by Jamie Murray.
Tennis Ability – Our clinics are bookable by anyone with a rating of 2-6 in our Self Rating Guide.
Venue Information
David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton is located at Ashton Rd, Bristol, BS3 2HB.
The club is situated just southwest of Bristol's city center, making it easily accessible. The Ashton bus stop is approximately a 3-minute walk away from the club. There is also free, on-site parking for those wanting to drive.
Sarah J.
7/27/2026
Really enjoyed my Active Away tennis clinic, the coaches were brilliant - they kept a great pace throughout the weekend with great feedback, advice and support throughout. Plus some tips and tactics for playing the game that really clicked through practice. Thank you, look forward to next year!
Jennifer Chambers
7/2/2026
A great coaching experience. Joel and Luke were excellent with the right balance of targeted drills and game time. I learnt some great news plays and tactics which will really help my doubles game. Everyone was very friendly and the facilities were really good. Highly recommended.
Caroline O Connor
6/22/2026
A very well organised and friendly clinic run by a friendly professional and experienced coach Joel offering carefully planned learning moments and practice along with situational drills and matchplay.
Mike C.
3/30/2026
So love the enthusiasm and kind way that the coach Kerry explained everything. really helpful tips that I hope to practice
Sara T.
1/20/2026
Brilliant day, thoroughly recommend attending, good value for money and would redo the same clinic happily
Stephen Minall
1/18/2026
A great day’s tennis at the Bristol clinic . Great coaching and a really rewarding day .\nGreat for all standards
Suzanne Reed
12/3/2025
It’s a great way to improve your tennis whatever age you are. Always fun \u0026 lots to take away for improving your match play.
Nora (not Nota) C.
11/3/2025
Really experienced coaches George and Dan who clearly explained and demonstrated key points well. The drills were very well managed.
John C.
11/3/2025
An absolutely fantastic session, lots and practical advice and great fun
Stephen
8/17/2025
A fantastic day of tennis doubles coaching in a unique venue.Hosting is great, the group bonded well and this made for a day that flew by.Content very relevant and each drill we learned something new and then how to bring it all together.
Colin W.
7/29/2025
I had a brilliant time at my Active Away clinic. Everyone was fun to play against - we were all similar standards, and learning the same things. The coaching, drills, and practice were super-fun to play and put our learnings into practice. I'm really not sure how it could have been better!
Pam P.
7/28/2025
Really enjoyed the weekend clinic in Bristol. I learnt a lot and had time to ask questions and discuss things with Jack. Would recommend to friends.
Caroline W.
6/23/2025
Exceptional coaching great opportunity to learn how to improve technically and doubles tactics
Jen
6/20/2025
Really fun and varied day of coaching. I learnt a lot! The coaches are fantastic and help you to improve your game in other ways as well as the specific skills you learn on the day. Highly recommend joining a session!
Rhodri P.
4/1/2025
Having been on many different tennis holidays over the past decade, and with different companies, I can positively say - ActiveAway is the best one. I had done a weekend tennis clinic in Southampton last year with them and also a Majorca-based week long holiday in late 2023, this weekend tennis clinic in Bristol last weekend being my third one with them. For all three, the organisation and professionalism of the coaches were second to none. It is doubles coaching and play with different drills and games being put on. There is always a high number of people on these holidays - which is great because there are different abilities of players with whom I can hit. When asking for advice the coaches always answered comprehensively and gave me invaluable advice, for example on improving my double-handed backhand or consistency on the serve. They strike a good balance between drills and play time. The David Lloyd centre was clean, with good food on offer and a nice ambience. I would definitely recommend this company if you are a budding tennis player and wanting to improve your game, work with great coaches, meet similar-minded tennis folk, and just have a good time.
Linda A.
2/25/2025
If you want to improve your doubles tennis look no further than ActiveAway. The collaboration with Jamie Murray has produced a superb programme and the brilliant coaching team make it fun to learn.
stuart
2/24/2025
I had a brilliant weekend at the tennis weekend in Bristol. The two days were hard work and focused, but the coaches (Connor, Jack and Luke) and other players were fun and my tennis definitely benefited. I will be returning for more!
Stuart W.
2/24/2025
I had a brilliant weekend at the tennis weekend in Bristol. The two days were hard work and focused, but the coaches and other players were fun and my tennis definitely benefited. I will be returning for more!
Nicola G.
1/20/2025
The coaches brought great energy, humour and knowledge to the session. We were each provided with individual after set pieces. Thank you, the day exceeded my expectations.
Nicola T.
9/1/2024
A fantastic course for all tennis abilities. The coaches are not only great tennis players but also great facilitators, which means that you are really able to make the most of the course. The techniques are applicable to all game levels and you are given a lot of time to practise and then implement in drills and match play. The course number are small enough that even though you are in a group, you still get the feeling of direct and one on one coaching and support. I will definitely be looking to book again.
John Brown
8/27/2024
We had a fantastic half day coaching with an enthusiastic team of professionals who delivered a very well thought out programme. Thank you Steve, George, Dan and Owen!
Caroline W.
8/27/2024
excellent coaching , very friendly group and great opportunity to improve
Darren C.
8/2/2024
First time I have ever done doubles coaching. George and Sam were great instructors and they male you feel very welcome. 1 day is not enough. I'm glad I did the 2 days. Many thanks for your patience and help. Great day with great staff.
Kay G.
7/29/2024
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Eddie T.
6/24/2024
Wow loves it brilliant coaching staff and friendly group i will be coming back.
Savitri M.
4/1/2024
This is our first two day weekend clinic. We have done two one day clinics. We would recommend a two day weekend clinic over a single day clinic. We gained so much !
Steve M.
3/31/2024
Fantastic day of tennis!! It was a day of both fun and enlightenment. The hosts were great and ensured everyones’s tennis of level, benefited . Will be booking again
Steve Minall
3/30/2024
Just returned from a a day clinic at Bristol . What a fantastic day of tennis - the coaches Connor and Roman were really encouraging and everything was pitched at the right . Great mixture of skills to learn . Will be booking again. - great (and tiring ! fun) - you are bound to learn and improve your game
Kay Gilbert
3/2/2024
I attended a one day clinic at David Lloyd Westbury. The content was excellent and superbly delivered by high quality coaches. We were put into sensible groups based on ability & experience, there was a clear structure to the day and even as an experienced league player, I learnt a lot. I had been to one of these events before which was good but the delivery was much improved this time. Highly recommend.
Kay Gilbert
3/2/2024
I attended a one day clinic at David Lloyd Westbury. The content was excellent and superbly delivered by high quality coaches. We were put into sensible groups based on ability & experience, there was a clear structure to the day and even as an experienced league player, I learnt a lot. I had been to one of these events before which was good but the delivery was much improved this time. Highly recommend.
Diane M.
2/28/2024
George as the main host was great at making you feel really comfortable. Fantastic to have specific coaching for doubles. Coaching team all worked well together and i learnt a lot. Highly recommend and will definitely do more active away clinics
Clare Amos
2/27/2024
We had a great day with Active Away during their clinic in Bristol. The three coaches, George, Connor and Alex were friendly, informative and helpful. I loved the way they set up exercises that were easy to follow, and quick enough to keep me engaged for the entire 6 hours. I loved it - and am thinking of doing a holiday with them now!
Yvonne J.
2/27/2024
Great day out with George and team. I would definitely recommend attending to improve your game. Y Jordan MBE
Mark R.
2/26/2024
If you want to go on a course that really will improve your game this on is a must, It covered all the main topics involved in lifting your game to the next level in a fun and effect way. definitely will be booking again.
Anonymous
2/25/2024
Recommended clinic for club players of intermediate levels, friendly approach from coaches with encouragement and feedback offered during drills. Good reinforcement of technique and applications given consistently, in an enjoyable atmosphere.
Ffion C.
1/22/2024
Great weekend at tennis clinic, loved it, worked hard and learnt so much. I came alone as a taster before trying their holidays abroad, something I will now definitely be trying next year.
Anna Catherine R.
1/22/2024
Great weekend, great coaches whose passion for the sport really shone through which seems to motivate and inspire the whole group
Rachel P.
12/10/2023
The Active Away Tennis Clinic I attended was a full on day. The hosts were entertaining but very straight forward in their delivery of information. Went home tired but full of enthusiasm after the days enjoyable and very energetic activity. Will definately be going again.
Consumer
12/5/2023
Had a great weekend of coaching with Activeaway. Such fun and really useful. Highly recommended.
Caroline B.
12/5/2023
What a fantastic day of doubles coaching, the coaches (George, Dan and Connor) were all exceptional, the content of the course was spot on, it was a thoroughly enjoyable event and I will definitely consider other Active Away events if this is anything to go by!
Ms jane morris
12/4/2023
Great coaches, great venue, would recommend
Sue W.
12/4/2023
Highly recommend Activeaway coaching. Fun and really useful
Alison
9/28/2023
The coaches were fantastic. We all learned new tennis skills . They were fun but professional. Had a great time .
Caroline W.
8/15/2023
brilliant tennis clinic , a great opportunity to learn doubles play - coaches are friendly , fun and were great at developing my doubles game
eddiie T.
8/14/2023
Great team well done.
Jo R.
8/13/2023
Another fantastic Tennis Clinic at DL Bristol with Roman and Connor! Excellent coaching and drills with others of similar intermediate standard.
Tom C.
4/9/2023
Thanks to the patient, knowledgeable and highly personable coaching team who delivered an interesting and varied training program. Learned something, got a bit fitter and thoroughly enjoyed myself with friends... what's not to like!
Stephen M.
4/2/2023
A really enjoyable day of tennis. Lots to learn whatever your level
craig Y.
3/15/2023
I really enjoyed my Active away one day training session, I felt my tennis benefited and the coaches high levels of enthusiasm, reminded me what a great game tennis is. Well done to all involved.
Alison B.
3/13/2023
I had a great experience on this course, I hope to go away and practice what I have learnt.
helen townsend
3/12/2023
We had a great day clinic with Charlie, James and Kerry. A lot of laughs, and great drills with top tips to takeaway.
Julie M.
3/12/2023
A great day’s tennis. Learnt a lot…ached a lot🤣. A day well spent.
Steve
2/15/2023
Fantastic weekend at David Lloyd Bristol hosted by Josh and assistant coaches Connor & James, very considerate as to abilities, therefore everyone in a group were of a similar ability. Great demonstrations, very focussed and fun, all in all a wonderful 10 hours tennis over the weekend.
Clint W.
2/15/2023
I had a great time at the two day coaching session with Activeaway. Professional, fun, a good level of tennis. My doubles skills have improved significantly. Suitable for all levels, good level club and league players will learn something new to improve their game. Will book again.
Robert C.
2/15/2023
Any tennis player who wants to improve their doubles game should not miss out on a tennis clinic.I learnt so much in a few hours and I now feel a better player
Nicholas B.
2/13/2023
Thoroughly recommend the tennis clinic weekend. You will hit lots of balls, learn lots of tips [from friendly and engaged coaches) that are easy to understand and apply on the day and to takeaway back to your club play. And most importantly you will have a fun weekend in first class facilities.
Naresh C.
2/13/2023
A superb and intense couple of days with full-on coaching that would suit most people but was great for me as an experienced player. Thank you and well done Active Away!
Anne M.
1/18/2023
A great days coaching. Learnt some new stuff that I'm looking forward to working on. Lots of fun too and the coaches are very competent.
Anna R.
1/18/2023
Fantastic weekend of tennis coaching, would love to join a clinic again some time.
Linda A.
1/17/2023
I had a brilliant time attending the tennis clinic in Bristol and came away with lots of tips to improve my doubles tennis. Very impressed with the friendly and helpful coaching team. Have booked a tennis holiday in Corfu for later this year and can't wait!
Janet A.
1/17/2023
I had a good day throughly enjoyed it.
Pippa P.
1/16/2023
I absolutely loved my Bristol tennis clinic . Josh , Connor and Owen were absolutely brilliant and really made our clinic a fantastic experience . I learnt so much and would highly recommend it . Thanks so much - this is my third clinic and I will definitely be back
Nick Wright
1/16/2023
Great course content delivered with energy and enthusiasm. Be ready to put your fullest effort into improving your tennis with active away
Louise R.
1/16/2023
My husband & I had a great day at the tennis clinic. The coaches were fab👍 we will definitely be booking again.
Sally S.
1/15/2023
The day at Westbury far exceeded my expectations. Josh, Connor and Owen were charming and fun. The drills were well demonstrated and well fed and I enjoyed myself enormously. Thank you so much!
Helen A.
1/15/2023
We thoroughly enjoyed the tennis clinic - we learned a lot and had good fun - the time just flew by.
Anonymous
1/15/2023
Would really recommend this tennis workshop if you wish to improve your tennis in general and especially hone your doubles knowledge with great fun drills.
Christopher Gilbert
2/13/2022
Great coaching and skills training from a friendly team. Hints and tips galore - a memory chip would be great!! Look forward to my next one👍😀
What's Included
What's Not Included
Itinerary
Your host & team of coaches will be waiting for you in the club lounge. Please feel free to arrive earlier if you’d like to join them for a coffee.
Saturday
We start the day with a fun physical warm up (nothing too strenuous) and then get stuck into hitting some balls. Take this opportunity to meet your fellow players and find your rhythm on court.
Sunday
Sunday starts in a similar vain to the Saturday, with a light physical warm up, followed by a racket warm up. The warm up is similar, but today we talk about incorporating more movement.
There will be no more than 1 coach to 6 players per court. Groups will be rotated and you will have opportunities to ‘Play Up’ & ‘Play Down.’ Please speak to your host if you feel you are being over/under challenged at any point.
Saturday
In this session we will be focusing on your setup, timing, and rhythm with three simple teaching points to boost your consistency. By mastering these fundamentals, you'll enhance your overall performance on court.
Sunday
30 minutes of Rally Skills, looking at how good your rally quality is from the back of the court and some effective tips on how we can dominate from the back with an excellent contact point.
Saturday
Our most frequently asked question, “How do I become more consistent?” Here’s your answer. In this session we will look to improve your spacing from the ball when rallying from the baseline, ensuring more precise and controlled shots.
Sunday
Here we essentially teach you your job in doubles and how to avoid your opponent’s territory while dominating your own. We’ll get you playing some high quality doubles in no time!
Saturday
Refine your groundstrokes with three essential technical tips. While three may sound minimal, these teaching points are key to significantly improving your consistency and precision during play.
Sunday
Curious about the difference between poaching and intercepting? In this masterclass, we'll break down each technique and show you how to effectively incorporate them into your doubles game.
Saturday
Ever wondered about that quirky formation tennis professionals use on TV? It's called the I formation, and for the first 10 minutes of this session we will demonstrate how you can effectively use it at club level. You will then have 35 minutes to implement this to elevate your doubles game, coordination and essentially dominate the net!
Sunday
Master the art of effective poaching: understand the strategic timing, positioning, and execution that make it a game-changing tactic in doubles play. Explore how to anticipate opportunities and disrupt your opponents' strategy with well-timed poaches.
It’s lunch time! Our suggestion is to pre-order lunch from the on site cafe (on arrival), so your lunch will be ready as soon as you walk off the court. The cafe has a fantastic selection which caters for all dietary requirements.
Time to get back on court! Warm yourself up ready for a bustling afternoon.
Saturday
Mastering control over your serves and returns is crucial in doubles. In this session you will learn how to dictate play with precision and strategic placement to gain a competitive edge on the court.
Sunday
Ever wondered about the hand signals your net player uses, which you may or may not pretend to understand? Look no further! In this session, we'll teach you the key signals for effective poaching. Recognising these cues will help you anticipate your opponent's moves and execute precise poaches to gain the upper hand in doubles play.
Saturday
The chip lob allows players to surprise opponents with its deceptive flight and placement. We want you to learn this versatile tennis shot, offering you a strategic option to vary your game.
Sunday
Learn the art of enticing your opponent to hit down your line. Master this strategic manoeuvre to control the pace of the game and create openings for decisive plays on the court.
Saturday
Who doesn’t want a clean, crisp return that pushes your opponent off the court? I know I do! Here we teach you how to anticipate and react swiftly to maximise your effectiveness in doubles play.
Sunday
Fed up with getting lobbed or mishitting your overheads? Fear not! In this session, we’ll refine your overhead technique to boost your confidence and sharpen your decision-making skills. By the end, you’ll be putting away overheads with precision rather than relying on power.
Now it’s time to put everything you’ve learned into practice – why not give the coaches a run for their money!
At the end of the clinic we will take a quick group picture which will be shared on social media (please feel free to Opt-Out). It’s a lovely way to remember your day(s).
After the clinic you’ll receive an email with all of the ‘key takeaways’ from the day.
Dates & Prices
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Yes we have! We will now be delivering our Tennis Clinics at the David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton club, with the address being: Ashton Rd, Bristol, BS3 2HB.
Yes, as a Tennis Clinic attendee the parking is free.
Please ensure you enter your car registration on the ipad on arrival to avoid a parking fine.
The club room and changing facilities, all other facilities are off limit for Active Away attendees.
As our programme is designed by Jamie Murray, one of the world’s top doubles players, the focus is primarily on Doubles Play. However, we also cover techniques that are applicable to singles players.
The nearest train station to David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton is Parson Street Station, located approximately 2 miles away. From there, you can take local bus services or a taxi to reach the club.
Alternatively, Bristol Temple Meads Station is another nearby option, offering more extensive rail connections. From Bristol Temple Meads, you can catch a bus or taxi to the club, with the journey taking around 12 minutes by bus.
Being a member at David Lloyd Bristol is not required to join our tennis clinics, but members will receive a 50% discount.
If you would like to book onto one of our Tennis Clinics with your child, please email our team at hello@activeaway.com as this would depend on your child’s age and tennis standard.
Absolutely! While attending on Saturday would be beneficial and complement Sunday’s session, there’s no real overlap. You can definitely join us on just Sunday and still get a lot out of it!
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